As part of World Pancreatic Cancer Month, PanKind are hosting an educational webinar with the hope of increasing awareness, supporting earlier diagnosis, and improving survival from pancreatic cancer.
Intended for GPs and healthcare professionals, this webinar will provide an update on pancreatic cancer signs and symptoms, diagnostic techniques, as well as new and emerging treatments.
Dr Andrew Dean, medical oncologist, will present for approximately 45 minutes followed by a 10-minute moderated audience Q&A.
Andrew Dean
Head of Medical Oncology, St John of God Hospital, Perth
Andrew Dean is the Head of Medical Oncology at St John of God Hospital in Perth and a consultant for GenesisCare. Previously, he established the palliative care service at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital and St John of God Hospital in Perth and was appointed professor of palliative medicine by the Edith Cowan University. He flies himself to a variety of rural areas in Western Australia including Geraldton and Broome to provide outreach oncology services.
In 2001 Andrew established the myvmc.com health information website as a resource for patients, their families and allied health professionals which was recognised by IT initiative awards and the Prime Minister's Award for excellence in community business partnerships.
He has published articles on symptom control, novel therapies for ovarian cancer, pancreatic cancer, and the molecular profiling of solid tumours. He regularly participates in international clinical trials and continues to be a major contributor to pancreatic, lung, and ovarian cancer studies.
Sofia Casbolt
Program Manager, PanKind
Sofia is the Program Manager at PanKind Foundation and webinar host.