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  • The Spectrum of Cancer Care from a Family Physician Perspective: Part 1 - Tips for Expediting Cancer Diagnosis

In this four-part series, Drs Anna Wilkinson, Alexandra Ginty,  Genevieve Chaput, Sian Shuel, and Nureen Sumar discuss the spectrum of cancer care from a family physician perspective. The series is also available as a podcast. In part one, Dr. Anna Wilkinson reviews tips for expediting cancer diagnosis.   Learning objectives are: Recognize which symptoms, physical…

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Jason Price September 12, 2021

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Jason Price September 12, 2021

Educational

Janet Strome October 29, 2021

Very good presentation.

Ralph Masi November 22, 2021

enjoyed the session

August 11, 2023

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Speaker(s):

  • Dr. Alexandra Ginty MD CCFP(EM) FCFP
  • Dr. Anna Wilkinson MSc MD CCFP FCFP
  • Dr. Genevieve Chaput MD MEd CCFP FCFP
  • Dr. Nureen Sumar MD MSc CCFP
  • Dr. Sian Shuel MD CCFP(PC)

Spearkers do not have any conflicts of interest to declare.

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