Prostate Cancer Research and Clinical Trials – What You Should Know (Part 1)

In this episode of PROSTATE CANCER: REAL TALK, hosts El and Shay are joined by Dr. Donald Vander Griend, an Associate Professor in the Department of Pathology and Associate Director for Shared Resource at the UI Cancer Center. Growing up in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Dr. Vander Griend has a deeply personal connection to his research, as both his father and father-in-law are prostate cancer survivors.Dr. Vander Griend earned his PhD in Cancer Biology from the University of Chicago and completed his research fellowship at Johns Hopkins University in the Departments of Urology and Oncology. His career is devoted entirely to prostate cancer research, utilizing cutting-edge technology and science to discover new ways to prevent and treat the disease.In this episode, Dr. Vander Griend shares his expertise on how clinical trials work, their role in advancing prostate cancer treatment, and what patients should consider when exploring research participation. Tune in to gain valuable insights into the science driving the future of prostate cancer care and how clinical research can make a difference in the lives of patients and their families.www.prostatecancerrealtalk.com