About i-MPACT (Immune-Mediated Pathophysiology & Clinical Triage)
This podcast series introduces i-MPACT, a multifaceted program which aims to improve the care of patients treated with immunotherapy, while providing a better understanding of the pathophysiology associated with immune-related adverse events.
Each episode features an interview with a leading expert discussing proactive, longitudinal care, as well as the potential for irAEs following treatment with immunotherapy and current toxicity management strategies.
i-MPACT Podcast - Ep. 12 - Dr. Mike McCall (Part 2 of 2)
In part two of this two-part interview, host Dr. John Walker sits down for a candid conversation with Dr. Mike McCall, MD, PhD, FRCSC, Surgical Oncology and General Surgery at the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta.
The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.
Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Merck.
Host: Dr. John Walker
Produced by VĪV Productions courtesy of VĪV Mental Health (www.vivmentalhealth.com)
5 Aug 2024
i-MPACT Podcast - Ep. 12 - Dr. Mike McCall (Part 1 of 2)
In part one of this two-part interview, host Dr. John Walker sits down for a candid conversation with Dr. Mike McCall, MD, PhD, FRCSC, Surgical Oncology and General Surgery at the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta.
The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.
Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Merck.
Host: Dr. John Walker
Produced by VĪV Productions courtesy of VĪV Mental Health (www.vivmentalhealth.com)
22 Jul 2024
i-MPACT Podcast - Ep. 11 - Dr. Egiroh Omene
Dr. John Walker chats with Dr. Egiroh Omene, MD, FRCPC and neuro-oncologist at the Cross Cancer Institute at the University of Alberta.
The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.
Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Merck.
Host: Dr. John Walker
Produced by VĪV Productions courtesy of VĪV Mental Health (www.vivmentalhealth.com)
29 Aug 2022
i-MPACT Podcast – Ep. 10 - Dr. Mariam Shahidi
In this episode, Dr. Walker chats with Dr. Mariam Shahidi, Endocrinologist from UAH. They review a shared case and discuss the impact that some potentially long-term side effects of immonotherapymay may have on patients, in relation to the pituitary gland, effects on the thyroid, and more.
The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.
Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Merck.
Host: Dr. John Walker
Producer: Kristopher Marks (www.vivmentalhealth.com)
26 May 2022
i-MPACT Podcast - Ep. 9 - Dr. Alia Daoud
Dr. Alia Daoud chats with Dr. John Walker about the respiratory and pulmonary effects of immunotherapy, using various (and very interesting!) case studies for reference.
The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.
Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Merck.
Host: Dr. John Walker
Producer: Kristopher Marks (www.vivmentalhealth.com)
18 May 2022
i-MPACT Podcast - Ep. 8 - Dr. Jan-Erick Nilsson
Dr. Walker chats with Jan-Erick Nilsson, MD, LMCC, FRCPC, who is the assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Alberta's Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine.
They discuss the impact that immunotherapy has had in the field of gastroenterology, with a deep dive into a particular case study. A fantastic conversation that's both candid and revealing.
The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.
Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Merck.
Host: Dr. John Walker
Producer: Kristopher Marks (www.vivmentalhealth.com)
11 May 2022
i-MPACT Podcast - Ep. 7 - Dr. Omar Abdel-Rahman Abdelsalam & Dr. Hatim Karichawala
In this episode, Dr. Walker chats with Dr. Omar Abdel-Rahman Abdelsalam and Dr. Hatim Karichawala about their experiences with immunotherapy, and embark on a lively discussion about the pros and cons of the treatment. The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.
Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Merck.
Host: Dr. John Walker
Producer: Kristopher Marks (www.vivmentalhealth.com)
Guest Notes:
Dr. Omar Abdel-Rahman Abdelsalam
M.B.B.Ch (http://M.B.B.Ch)., M.Sc. (Oncology), MD (Oncology)
Assistant Professor, UofA
Medical Oncologist, CCI
Dr. Omar M Abdel-Rahman Abdelsalam is currently working as an assistant professor, Division of Medical Oncology, Department of Oncology, University of Alberta. Primary clinical interests are in the field of Gastrointestinal and Endocrine Oncology.
Dr. Hatim Karichawala
MD, FRCPC
Medical Oncologist
Dept of Medical Oncology
Assistant Professor in the department of Oncology in the faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Alberta
Lead of GI Oncology Research at the University of Alberta
4 May 2022
i-MPACT Podcast - Ep. 6 - Chris Brochu
In this episode, Dr. Walker chats with melanoma survivor and immunotherapy patient Chris Brochu, who is joined by his mother Leslie Brochu and aunt, Lee Ongman. They discuss Chris' incredible journey from diagnosis to recovery, and his continued advocacy for cancer research and patient support.
The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.
Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation and Bristol Myers Squibb, and Merck.
Host: Dr. John Walker
Producer: Kristopher Marks (www.vivmentalhealth.com)
4 Feb 2022
i-MPACT Podcast - Ep. 5 - The Next Level of Immunotherapy
Join Dr. John Walker and oncologist Dr. Michael Chu as they discuss the seemingly limitless potential of immunotherapy in the fight against cancer.
Find out more about Dr. Chu by following the link below:
https://myleapmagazine.ca/2019/07/29/exploring-cost-effective-immunotherapy-treatments/
The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.
Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation and Bristol Myers Squibb.
Host: Dr. John Walker
Producer: Kristopher Marks (www.vivmentalhealth.com)
26 Jan 2022
i-MPACT Podcast - Ep. 4 - Rheumatology and Immunotherapy
In this episode, Dr. Walker chats with University of Alberta rheumatologist Dr. Carrie Ye about the fascinating connections between immunotherapy and rheumatology.
The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.
Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation and Bristol Myers Squibb.
Host: Dr. John Walker
Producer: Kristopher Marks (www.vivmentalhealth.com)
In this episode, Dr. Walker chats with Dr. Kevin Wen as they discuss the challenges and treatments related to nephritis as it relates to immunotherapy.
The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.
Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation and Bristol Myers Squibb.
Host: Dr. John Walker
Producer: Kristopher Marks (www.vivmentalhealth.com)
12 Jan 2022
i-MPACT Podcast - Ep. 2 - A Conversation with "The Godfather"
In this episode, Dr. Walker chats with colleague and fellow oncologist Dr. Michael Smylie about how immunotherapy has changed the way we fight cancer.
The i-MPACT Podcast is a series that discusses cutting-edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. It is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.
Find out more about the work of Dr. Smylie here:
https://myleapmagazine.ca/2018/07/26/research-rockstar-dr-michael-smylie/
Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation and Bristol Myers Squibb.
Host: Dr. John Walker
Producer: Kristopher Marks - www.vivmentalhealth.com
5 Jan 2022
i-MPACT Podcast - Ep. 1 - The Origins of i-MPACT
Join Dr. John Walker and other leading experts in immunotherapy for the i-MPACT Podcast, a series dedicated to discussing cutting-edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease. This is series is designed with both health professionals and patients in mind.
Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation and Bristol Myers Squibb.
Produced by Kristopher Marks (www.vivmentalhealth.com)
26 Dec 2021
The i-MPACT Podcast - Trailer
Join Dr. John Walker and other leading experts in immunotherapy for the i-MPACT Podcast, a series dedicated to the discussing cutting-edge research and treatments related to the immune system’s dynamic role in health and disease.
These conversations are designed with both health professionals and patients in mind, allowing for new ideas to be shared, treatments explained, and to make this information as accessible as possible - in a format that’s easy to interpret.
Proudly supported by the Alberta Cancer Foundation and Bristol Myers Squibb.
Host: Dr. John Walker
Producer: Kristopher Marks - www.vivmentalhealth.com
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