DID YOU KNOW...?
1 in 9 Canadian Men are diagnosed with prostate cancer
Take part in this fun, inspiring event and help raise much-needed funds for Prostate Cancer research at London Health Sciences Centre.
OUR VISION
An informed public who would continue to support research initiatives in the treatment and conquest of prostate cancer.
OUR MISSION
An informed public who would continue to support research initiatives in the treatment and conquest of prostate cancer.
YOUR fundraising at work
CHIN-HARDIE CHAIR WELCOMES Dr. Brant Inman
What is the chin-hardie chair?
The Chin-Hardie Chair in Urologic Oncology will transform how cancers of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system are diagnosed and treated. Funds raised for this position empower the division to challenge traditional approaches and drive change.
National Impact
With around only 20 Urologic Chairs in Canada, the Chin-Hardie Chair positions London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) at the forefront of urologic cancer research. This role ultimately helps foster collaborations with other leading institutions.
Who is Dr. Brant Inman?
Dr. Brant Inman was recruited as the inaugural Chin-Hardie Chair in September 2023 for a term of five years. He is a renowned specialist in prostate, bladder, and kidney cancers, bringing years of experience to LHSC.
He is an expert in various surgical techniques, from robotic and laparoscopic to open surgery. His role as the Chin-Hardie Chair enables him to lead groundbreaking research, transforming cancer care for patients in London and beyond.
Progress to date
In the first year of Dr. Inman’s five-year term, significant strides have already been made:
- More Research and Enhancements – Dr. Inman’s team has hired additional staff and restructured their research capacity.
- New Treatment Trials – Several clinical trials are underway, testing advanced therapies that could bring better outcomes to patients facing bleak diagnoses.
What's Next?
- Biobanking: London Urology BioSolutions Repository – Building a repository of patient samples to help with current and future research initiatives.
- New Clinical Trials – Launching large-scale studies will bring more options to patients.
- Translational Science – Quickly translating lab findings to the clinic to help patients faster.
- Collaboration – Building and improving connections with local teams and industry collaborators to drive innovation in patient treatment.