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Non-Chemotherapy Options for Cancer

Non-Chemotherapy Options for Cancer
Non-Chemotherapy Options for Cancer

There are many ways to attack cancer, chemotherapy is NOT the only medical treatment. This lecture will touch on some more recent therapies such as immunotherapy, small molecule inhibitors and monoclonal antibodies.

Language: English

In case you have missed this webinar, you have the opportunity to watch a recorded version here.

This webinar qualifies for one (1) hour of continuing education.

Speaker:

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Laura Brockley

DVM, BVSc, MANZCVS, FANZCVS

Dr Laura Brockley obtained her Bachelor of Veterinary Science with honours from the University of Melbourne in 2001.  She initially worked in small animal and mixed practices in Victoria and the United Kingdom, including teaching students at the Royal College in London.  Laura completed an internship and residency in Veterinary Oncology at the Melbourne Veterinary Specialist Centre in 2011.  In 2013 she became a registered specialist in Veterinary Oncology (Fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists).  Laura has a strong clinical interest in immunotherapy, lymphoma diagnostics and treatment, and using evidence-based medicine to provide compassionate care to cancer patients.  She advocates spending the time to ensure pet owners are making an informed decision on treatment options ranging from palliative to potentially curative in intent. Laura is actively involved in continuing education, including lecturing Veterinary nursing students and examining our next generation of oncology specialists.

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Duration: 0:56 h
Speaker: Laura Brockley
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