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Welcome to Simply Oncology. Cancer is daunting for both patients and for clinical teams.Dr John McGrane and Dr Michael Rowe are oncologists who want to break down the complex parts of cancer care into clear and simple sessions.We will dive deep into the world of cancer research, patient stories and the latest cancer breakthroughs. Simply Oncology will have patient focused episodes along with episo... more

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Join us as we complete our tour of the adjuvant kidney cancer treatment space.

We are joined again by the excellent Dr Will Ince from Cambridge and Dr Naveen Vasudev from Leeds!

In our last episode we discussed KEYNOTE 564 and the... more

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Joins us as we celebrate 100 episodes in style!!

In the first of our 2 part special we tackle the Adjuvant Treatment Landscape in Kidney Cancer.

We talk to Dr Will Ince from Addenbrookes Hospital Cambridge and Dr Naveen Vasudev fr... more

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Welcome back for Part 2 of our Early Melanoma series with Dr Toby Talbot.

We dive in to the potential side effects of treatment and how this affects decisions about adjuvant treatment.

We hear about adjuvant BRAF targeted therapy,... more

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We welcome back our very own Dr Toby Talbot Consultant Clinical Oncologist at Royal Cornwall Hospital for his patient-focussed insights into managing early stage melanoma.

In this two part series, we explore what melanoma is, why i... more

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Dr Naveen Vasudev
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Leeds
Episode: Episode 101: In the Clinic - The future of Adjuvant treatment in kidney cancer with Dr Will Ince and Dr Naveen Vasudev
Dr Will Ince
Clinician presenting in this episode
Cambridge
Episode: Episode 101: In the Clinic - The future of Adjuvant treatment in kidney cancer with Dr Will Ince and Dr Naveen Vasudev
Will Ince
Lead for UK Renal Oncology Group; co-host of the discussion on adjuvant therapy in kidney cancer
UK Renal Oncology Group
Episode: Episode 100: In the Clinic - Adjuvant Therapy in Kidney Cancer - The Treatment Landscape with Dr Will Ince and Dr Naveen Vasudev
Naveen Vasudev
Lead of PRISM trial contributor and expert in kidney cancer adjuvant therapy
Naveen Vasudev – clinician/researcher
Episode: Episode 100: In the Clinic - Adjuvant Therapy in Kidney Cancer - The Treatment Landscape with Dr Will Ince and Dr Naveen Vasudev
Toby Talbot
Oncologist discussed early melanoma management
Episode: Episode 99: Fundamentals- Early stage melanoma with Dr Toby Talbot (Part 2)
Dr. Toby Talbot
Consultant oncologist
Royal Cornwall Hospital
Episode: Episode 98: Fundamentals- Treating early stage melanoma with Dr Toby Talbot (Part 1)
Ajay Aggarwal
Clinical oncologist based at Guy's and St Thomas', professor at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, lead on the ARCHERY trial
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust; London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine; ARCHERY trial lead
Episode: Episode 96: Artificial Intelligence in Radiotherapy - the ARCHERY trial with Professor Ajay Aggarwal
Amy Eccles
Radiologist
London Oncology Clinic
Episode: Episode 95: PSMA Lutetium in Prostate Cancer with Dr Amy Eccles -part 2
Lisa Durrant
Therapeutic radiographer leading the late effect service in Taunton; pioneer of the late effect service in the Southwest
Taunton late effects service
Episode: Episode 92: Fundamentals - Discussing Pelvic Radiation Disease with Lisa Durrant

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John McGrane
Host focusing on oncology and clinical context; frequently collaborates with a co-host.
Michael Rowe
Co-host with clinical and research-driven discussions on oncology topics.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
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    Very clear and concise. Very informative. The emotion and passion John and Mike have for their helping patients really comes across.

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Episode 98: Fundamentals- Treating early stage melanoma with Dr Toby Talbot (Part 1)
Q: What is Breslow thickness and why does it matter for treatment planning?
It measures the depth of the melanoma from the skin surface; thicker tumors carry higher risk and typically prompt wider surgical margins and consideration of additional procedures beyond the initial excision.
Episode 96: Artificial Intelligence in Radiotherapy - the ARCHERY trial with Professor Ajay Aggarwal
Q: What are the main barriers to global implementation of ARCHERY in low- and middle-income countries?
Barriers include data governance and security, cross-border data sharing, varying data architectures, and the lengthy contract processes with multiple centers, but the trial is designed to address these through a cloud-based, scalable platform and a strong emphasis on needs-led solutions and local capacity building.
Episode 96: Artificial Intelligence in Radiotherapy - the ARCHERY trial with Professor Ajay Aggarwal
Q: What would success look like for ARCHERY, and does the planning tool have a jazzy name?
Success means achieving a high-quality baseline for auto-contouring and auto-planning that meets or exceeds a 90-95 percent target, with demonstrable time and cost savings, and broad feasibility across different health systems; the tool is called the Radiotherapy Planning Assistant (RPA).
Episode 96: Artificial Intelligence in Radiotherapy - the ARCHERY trial with Professor Ajay Aggarwal
Q: Ajay, could you help us tease apart where AI actually fits in oncology beyond data processing?
AI in oncology is about prediction, decision analytics, and managing large datasets to support clinical decisions, while ensuring we don't rely on rubbish data or poorly framed questions; it has real potential when used as a decision-support tool rather than a replacement for human judgment.
Episode 92: Fundamentals - Discussing Pelvic Radiation Disease with Lisa Durrant
Q: What practical steps have been taken to improve care pathways for pelvic radiotherapy late effects in the Southwest?
A radiographer-led service has been established across centers to coordinate care, with specialist focus areas (prostate, gynecologic), and connections to gastroenterology, pain management, and other services to support comprehensive survivorship.

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A clinically minded show that translates complex cancer care into clear, practical terms. Episodes frequently cover treatment pathways, emerging therapies, and survivorship, often featuring expert clinicians to contextualize research with real-world patient care. Noteworthy is the guest mix of physicians, radiologists, and oncology researchers, plus a recurring focus on biomarkers, radiotherapy, and late effects—useful for professionals seeking concise, evidence-grounded insights and for listeners seeking patient-centered explanations without jargon.

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