Cancer and obesity: understanding the association. |Ep.7

In this episode, join Dr. E.F. Rain in a conversation with Dr. Shahid Ahmed, PhD, MD, FRCPC, FACP, a medical oncologist and professor at the University of Saskatchewan, Canada. Dr. Ahmed explains the relationship between obesity and certain types of cancer, emphasizing the importance of assessing these patients with a multidisciplinary approach to make long-term changes and increase the chances of successful treatment. This conversation was based on the following article: Reference: Pati S, Irfan W, Jameel A, Ahmed S, Shahid RK. Obesity and Cancer: A Current Overview of Epidemiology, Pathogenesis, Outcomes, and Management. Cancers (Basel). 2023 Jan 12;15(2):485. doi: 10.3390/cancers15020485. PMID: 36672434; PMCID: PMC9857053. Follow us on social media! -Instagram and TikTok: @agora_health -Facebook Page: Agora Health -Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music: Decoding Healthcare Research - Dr.E.F.Rain as @dr.ef.rain on Instagram. Disclosure: The content of this podcast is purely academic in nature and is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The material discussed does not represent or reflect the views, opinions, or policies of the Medical College of Georgia, and the information presented should not be construed as medical advice or guidance. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns or questions. I'd like to explicitly state that I have no endorsement from, affiliations with, or financial interests in any pharmaceutical companies or medical device manufacturers. Any mention of medications, devices, or treatments is made solely within the context of literature and academic discussion.