The Cancer Assist Podcast

The Cancer Assist Podcast

Cancer Assistance Program

Episodes 77
Avg. Duration 44m
Activity Highly Active
Since May 2017
Latest Episode Feb 2026

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Monthly
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Episodic
Consistency
98%
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About This Podcast

Join Dr. Bill Evans, members of The Cancer Assistance Program and cancer specialists as they discuss cancer diagnosis, causes and treatment. The Cancer Assist Show is hosted by Dr. Bill Evans, MD, FRCP, Past President of the Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre at HHS. Brought to you by the Cancer Assistance Program – an organization lending support to cancer patients and families of those affected by cancer.

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Recent Episodes

Parenting Through Cancer: The Conversations Families Don’t Talk About

Feb 17, 2026 52m

Parenting during cancer brings emotional, practical, and deeply personal challenges. In this episode, experts Laura Jin, Child Life Specialist (CLS), Grief & Bereavement at Kemp Care…

Designing Cancer Care That Works for Patients: Inside Ontario’s Regional Cancer Plan

Jan 16, 2026 46m

In this episode of the Cancer Assist Podcast, Dr. Bill Evans is joined by Jennifer Smyth, Director of Regional Cancer Programs, for an in-depth conversation about how cancer care is planned and…

Behind the Mission: A Conversation About The Cancer Assistance Program

Dec 15, 2025 45m

This month on the Cancer Assist Podcast, we turn the microphone inward towards CAP’s Executive Director, Debbie Logel Butler. Debbie shares the story behind the Cancer Assistance Program from its…

The Power of Honest Conversations in Serious Illness

Nov 17, 2025 49m

In this episode of The Cancer Assist Podcast, Dr. Bill Evans welcomes Dr. Oren Levine, medical oncologist and associate professor at McMaster University, to explore the importance of serious illness…

Understanding BRCA Genes: What You Need to Know About Hereditary Breast Cancer

Oct 15, 2025 41m

In this episode of the Cancer Assist Podcast, Dr Bill Evans sits down with Dr Andrea Eisen to talk about how genetics influence breast and ovarian cancer risk. They explore what BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes…

Guiding Cancer Treatment with Evidence, Not Opinion

Sep 15, 2025 53m

In this episode of the Cancer Assist Podcast, Dr. Bill Evans sits down with Dr. Jonathan Sussman, Professor and Chair, Department of Oncology, McMaster University, Scientific Director, Program in…

Reconstructing Confidence: Breast Cancer Surgery Options

Aug 15, 2025 47m

In this episode of The Cancer Assist Podcast, Dr. Bill Evans speaks with Dr. Christopher Coroneos, Associate Professor at McMaster University and reconstructive surgeon at the Juravinski Cancer…

The Power of Connection for Young Adults with Cancer

Jul 15, 2025 46m

When Kenisha Hanson was diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, her life plans came to a sudden halt. In this episode, Kenisha shares how she redefined success on her own terms and found peace…

Breaking Barriers in Lung Cancer: New Treatments, New Hope with Dr. Peter Ellis

Jun 16, 2025 50m

In this episode of the Cancer Assist Podcast, Dr. Bill Evans sits down with Dr. Peter Ellis, medical oncologist at the Juravinski Cancer Centre, to talk about the incredible changes in lung cancer…

The Forgotten Cancer: Understanding Bladder Cancer

May 15, 2025 40m

Bladder cancer affects over 12,000 Canadians each year, yet it remains one of the least talked-about cancers. In this much-needed conversation, Dr. Bill Evans is joined by urologist Dr. Lorraine…

Who Am I Now? Navigating Self-Identity After Cancer Treatment with Dr. Karen Zhang

Apr 15, 2025 29m

Cancer changes more than just the body, it reshapes how we see ourselves. In this episode of the Cancer Assist Podcast,  Dr. Karen Zhang, Psychologist and Interim Head of Service, Psychosocial…

S6E15 Nutrition for Cancer Patients: Overcoming Taste Changes, Appetite Loss & More

Mar 15, 2025 57m

Cancer treatments can make eating a challenge, but the right nutrition is essential for maintaining strength and managing side effects. Oncology dietitians Karen Biggs, RD, MHSc. and Renée Ouellette,…

S6E14 Breaking the Stigma: The Truth About Lung Cancer Screening & Survival with Dr. Christian Finley

Feb 15, 2025 35m

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths, but early detection can change that. In this episode, Dr. Bill Evans sits down with thoracic surgeon Dr. Christian Finley to discuss the…

S6E13 Care to Plan, Plan to Care: Diving Into the Regional Cancer Plan 6 with Neil Johnson and Jennifer Smyth

Jan 15, 2025 50m

In this episode, we discuss the Regional Cancer Plan 6 for Hamilton, Haldimand, Niagara, and Brant with Neil Johnson, Vice President of Oncology at Hamilton Health Sciences and Regional Vice…

S6E12 Taking the Holistic Approach with Andrea Floyd

Dec 15, 2024 43m

Dr. Bill Evans is joined by Andrea Floyd, BScN, NP, MBA, member of the Cancer Assistance Program’s Board of Directors, and cancer survivor. Andrea talks about her own cancer journey and why she…

S6E11 Supporting Children and Teens Through A Parent’s Cancer Journey with Laura Jin

Nov 15, 2024 47m

Laura Jin, Child Life Specialist at the Juravinski Cancer Centre is our guest this episode. She joins our host, Dr. Bill Evans to discuss the importance of supporting children whose parents are…

S6E10 From Surgery to Radiation: Personalized Approaches to Endometrial Cancer

Oct 15, 2024 49m

In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of endometrial cancer treatment, from surgical innovations using minimally invasive procedures, to the role of brachytherapy in preventing cancer…

S6E9 Burnout in Caregiving: Practical Steps to a Sweeter Life with Farzana Doctor

Sep 17, 2024 40m

In this week’s episode, we follow the journey of Farzana Doctor; a dedicated social worker turned writer who has balanced her career in psychotherapy with a flourishing writing career, authoring six…

S6E8 Radiating Innovation: The Evolution of Diagnostic Medicine

Aug 15, 2024 1h 7m

Owen Roberts joins us to explore the dynamic intersection of technology and healthcare, focusing on how innovations like FDG-PET scans and the Human Genome Project have propelled advancements in…

S6E7 Multiple Myeloma: What is it, And Can It Ever Be Cured?

Jul 15, 2024 53m

Join us as we talk with Dr. Ronan Foley, a specialist in hematology. Dr. Foley explains what multiple myeloma is, current treatment options, and the promising research that may lead to a cure in the…

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