In this episode, Dr. Walker chats with Dr. Mariam Shahidi, Endocrinologist from UAH. They review a shared case and discuss the impact that some potentially long-term side effects of immonotherapymay may have on patients, in relation to the pituitary gland, effects on the thyroid, and more.

The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.

Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Merck.

Host: Dr. John Walker

Producer: Kristopher Marks (www.vivmentalhealth.com)

The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.

Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Merck.

Host: Dr. John Walker

Producer: Kristopher Marks (www.vivmentalhealth.com)

They discuss the impact that immunotherapy has had in the field of gastroenterology, with a deep dive into a particular case study. A fantastic conversation that's both candid and revealing.

The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.

Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Merck.

Host: Dr. John Walker

Producer: Kristopher Marks (www.vivmentalhealth.com)

Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Merck.

Host: Dr. John Walker

Producer: Kristopher Marks (www.vivmentalhealth.com)

Guest Notes:

Dr. Omar Abdel-Rahman Abdelsalam

M.B.B.Ch., M.Sc. (Oncology), MD (Oncology)

Assistant Professor, UofA

Medical Oncologist, CCI

Dr. Omar M Abdel-Rahman Abdelsalam is currently working as an assistant professor, Division of Medical Oncology, Department of Oncology, University of Alberta. Primary clinical interests are in the field of Gastrointestinal and Endocrine Oncology.

Dr. Hatim Karichawala

MD, FRCPC

Medical Oncologist

Dept of Medical Oncology

Assistant Professor in the department of Oncology in the faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Alberta

Lead of GI Oncology Research at the University of Alberta

In this episode, Dr. Walker chats with melanoma survivor and immunotherapy patient Chris Brochu, who is joined by his mother Leslie Brochu and aunt, Lee Ongman. They discuss Chris' incredible journey from diagnosis to recovery, and his continued advocacy for cancer research and patient support.

The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.

Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation and Bristol Myers Squibb, and Merck.

Host: Dr. John Walker

Producer: Kristopher Marks (www.vivmentalhealth.com)

Join Dr. John Walker and oncologist Dr. Michael Chu as they discuss the seemingly limitless potential of immunotherapy in the fight against cancer.

Find out more about Dr. Chu by following the link below:

https://myleapmagazine.ca/2019/07/29/exploring-cost-effective-immunotherapy-treatments/

The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.

Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation and Bristol Myers Squibb.

Host: Dr. John Walker

Producer: Kristopher Marks (www.vivmentalhealth.com)

In this episode, Dr. Walker chats with University of Alberta rheumatologist Dr. Carrie Ye about the fascinating connections between immunotherapy and rheumatology.

The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.

Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation and Bristol Myers Squibb.

Host: Dr. John Walker

Producer: Kristopher Marks (www.vivmentalhealth.com)

In this episode, Dr. Walker chats with Dr. Kevin Wen as they discuss the challenges and treatments related to nephritis as it relates to immunotherapy.

The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.

Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation and Bristol Myers Squibb.

Host: Dr. John Walker

Producer: Kristopher Marks (www.vivmentalhealth.com)