Harnessing the Immune System to Fight Cancer: Revolutionary Insights and Future Advances - Live Webinar

Learn about the pivotal role of immunotherapy, diet, and gut health in revolutionizing cancer care.

Join us for a one hour discussion on June 26th to explore ways we are using the immune system to combat cancer.

Over the last decade, significant strides have been made in utilizing the immune system for cancer treatment. Discover how these advances not only involve cutting-edge therapies provided by oncology teams, but also extend to lifestyle factors like diet and gut microbiota.

We will delve into the exciting developments, including emerging treatments like vaccines, and discuss the future trajectory of cancer immunotherapy.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the past, present, and future of harnessing the immune system in the fight against cancer. Register now to secure your spot!

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About The Speaker

Dr Ricky Frazer 

MBBCH (Hons), MSc (MedEduc), BSc, PgCert (Onc), PgCert (ClinLead), PgCert (AcuteMed) MAcadMEd, MRCP, AFFMLM

Ricky Frazer is a medical oncology consultant at Velindre Cancer Centre (VCC) in Cardiff, specializing in renal cancer, skin cancer, and acute oncology. He serves as the clinical lead for both the Acute Oncology Assessment Unit and the Immunotherapy Toxicity Management Service at VCC. Ricky is also one of the founding members of the UK Renal Oncology Collaborative (UK ROC).

He recently completed a postgraduate certificate in acute medicine at the University of South Wales, earning a distinction. Ricky was a Welsh Clinical Leadership Training Fellow with the Wales Deanery and is a Founding Associate Fellow of the Faculty of Medical Leadership and Management. With a strong passion for education, he is currently a Royal College of Physicians (RCP) College Tutor and Faculty Lead, as well as an Honorary Lecturer at Cardiff University. He holds a Master’s in Medical Education and was awarded the National Munro Medal by the RCP for excellence and leadership in education.

Ricky is the Vice President of the National Immuno-Oncology Clinical Network (IOCN) and co-leads the monthly National Immuno-Oncology Education Forum. He played a key role in the development of the national "Practical Management of your Immuno-Oncology Patient" (PMI-OP) educational series, focusing on immunotherapy identification and management.

In 2023, Ricky was named Individual Leader of the Year for Velindre NHS Trust, and the South East Wales Immunotherapy Toxicity Team, which he is a part of, won awards for education, research, innovation, and improving patient experience. The team also received the prestigious Macmillan UK National Innovation Excellence Award in Glasgow in November 2023. Additionally, Ricky serves as a Voluntary Clinical Advisor for Macmillan.

The Immunobuddies’

Dr Frazer is co-founder of a Podcast called ‘The Immunobuddies’ launched in February 2023 which covers the use and management of immunotherapy in treating cancer.

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• On Apple

Summary of positions

• Consultant Medical Oncologist Specialising in Melanoma (and non-melanoma skin cancers), Renal Cancer and Immunotherapy
• Clinical Lead for the Acute Oncology Assessment Unit and Co-lead for the South East Wales Immunotherapy Toxicity Service
• Deputy CEO Immuno-oncology Clinical Network (IOCN)
• HEIW Faculty Lead for Velindre Cancer Centre and Royal College of Physicians College Tutor 
• Honorary Lecturer Cardiff University                                  
• Medical Education Leaders UK Welsh Delegate
• Infection, Prevention and Control Lead

Contact

LinkedIn: @ricky-frazer-49bb6426