Lessons from Fellowships and building Clinical Trials Units

In this episode of Conversations in Lung Cancer Research, we welcome A/Prof Bryan Chan, a senior Medical Oncologist and this years TOGA ASM Convener. Bryan, affiliated with multiple institutions including Adam Crosby Cancer Center and Griffith University, discusses his comprehensive career journey from fellowship at the Princess Margaret Cancer Center in Toronto to his current roles in Australia. The discussion highlights the benefits of overseas fellowships, the development of clinical trials, and his leadership in thoracic oncology at the Sunshine Coast University Hospital. Bryan also touches upon the challenges and rewards of balancing private and public practice and pioneering quality improvement initiatives. The episode concludes with an exciting preview of the upcoming TOGA Annual Scientific Meeting, which Bryan is convening. Medical professionals and anyone interested in the latest in lung cancer research and practice will find valuable insights in this conversation with Bryan. (00:00) Welcome and Introduction(00:41) Guest Introduction: Associate Professor Brian Chan(02:12) Brian's Fellowship Experience at Princess Margaret Cancer Center(03:44) Benefits of Overseas Fellowships(06:58) Transitioning Back to Australia(08:29) Balancing Public and Private Practice(10:08) Establishing a Quality Committee(15:02) Building a Clinical Trials Unit(18:15) Advice for Junior Consultants(21:19) TOGA Annual Scientific Meeting Preview(25:39) Conclusion and Farewell  Support TOGAThank you for listening to Conversations in Lung Cancer Research. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.---------------Connect with TOGAAttend an Event: https://thoraciconcology.org.au/events/Become a Member: Join the TOGA community at https://thoraciconcology.org.au/membership/Donate: Support our research and treatment initiatives at https://thoraciconcology.org.au/support-us/donate/Follow UsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thoracic-oncology-group-of-australasia/X (Twitter): https://x.com/TOGAANZInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/togaanz/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Thoracic_Oncology---------------Acknowledgement of CountryThe Thoracic Oncology Group of Australasia Limited acknowledges Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait cultures; and to Elders past and present.