GOSH Podcast Gynecologic Cancer Initiative

From childhood memories to global aspirations, every plunge counts in the fight against ovarian cancer. Dive into our latest episode with Jim Shepard to learn more!#MakingWaves #GOSHpodcastBio: Meet Jim Shepard. The co-chairs of Plunge for the Cure. The Plunge for the Cure Foundation is a registered Canadian charity that was established to raise funds for drug and treatment development targeting ovarian cancer. Jim initiated the foundation motivated by a family member's diagnosis and the alar...

Delve into the world of endometriosis education with Dr. Natasha Orr as she shares insights on research, advocacy, and patient-centered care. #EndometriosisAwareness #HealthcareEmpowerment Meet Natasha Orr, a researcher at the University of British Columbia (UBC) with a passion for understanding and helping people with endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain. Natasha finished her PhD in 2022, where she studied central sensitization and endometriosis associated pain. During her PhD, s...

Delve into the complexities of endometriosis with Dr. Paul Young, a distinguished gynecologist and researcher. Gain insights into diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing research efforts in our latest podcast episode! #EndometriosisAwareness #PelvicHealth #MedicalResearchBio: Dr. Paul Yong (MD, PhD, FRCSC) is a distinguished Gynaecologist, directing the Research Program at the BC Women’s Centre for Pelvic Pain & Endometriosis. Dr. Young’s clinical focus lies in pelvic pain, with a particul...

Join us in a powerful conversation with Anna, as she shares her journey with endometriosis, breaking down misconceptions and fostering awareness.🎙️ News Alert! GOSH podcast is now streaming in video format on YouTube.✨ Try out our new format through the link: https://youtu.be/qg5QQb0pyq8Anna's Bio: Anna Leonova is a dedicated researcher currently pursuing a PhD in Women+ and Children’s Health Sciences at UBC. She holds a BSc in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Trent Uni...

Welcome to the first episode of the new year! Meet Geneviève Allaire-Stacey, Researcher behind eSense-Cancer 🌱👩‍🔬 Delve into the insightful work of Geneviève, focusing on adapting therapy modules in sexual health for gynecologic cancer survivors. Her commitment to nuanced, patient-centric research is at the heart of eSense-CancerGeneviève Allaire-Stacey is currently doing her Master's of Science in Women+ and Children’s Health Sciences under the supervision of Dr. Lori Brotto. In 2022, s...

GOSH Podcast survey:https://ubc.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9vJ2Jt3Mr6OPJBkIn our previous episode, we heard from Amanda’s mother, Anita, who told her story of her ovarian cancer diagnosis. Today we will hear from Amanda, a beloved daughter and one of Anita's caregivers. Amanda is a Registered Massage Therapist with nearly three decades of experience in her field. She is happily married and the proud mother of a 15-year-old son. Her family extends beyond her immediate household, with a...