Episode 70: Transforming breast cancer care

In the first of three episodes recorded at the brand new breast cancer centre of excellence at St Bartholomew’s Hospital, host Steve Bland finds out how the idea for the groundbreaking centre came about, how it's going to transform the way breast cancer is treated in this part of London and how Barts Charity has helped fund the centre.

To do that, Steve is joined by Laura Johnson, the surgical lead at the Breast Cancer Centre, and Fiona Miller Smith, the Chief Executive of Barts Charity, who tells Steve all about the 'Here For It' campaign being run by the charity to raise money to further support the centre.

About the Breast Cancer Centre:

With support from Barts Charity, the centre, which is based across the hospital's Smithfield and Giltspur wings, brings together surgery, reconstruction, diagnostics and outpatient care under one roof — making it easier to access the right care, at the right time.

Designed to reduce delays and improve outcomes, it offers women faster diagnosis, safer surgery and fairer access to leading treatments and clinical trials. As part of the wider cancer services, it reflects the hospital's commitment to improving survival and quality of life for everyone affected by cancer.

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