The Medical Journal of Australia Episode 555: MJA Podcasts 2024 Episode 14: what doctors need to know about gastric and oesophageal cancer
Apr 28, 2024
Dr. Ashraf Tokhi, a general and upper gastrointestinal surgeon, discusses the rising occurrence of gastric and esophageal cancers in Australia. The podcast covers diagnostic challenges faced by GPs, red flag symptoms for referrals, advancements in treatments over the years, and compares cancer care approaches in Australia and the UK.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Diagnostic Challenges in Identifying Gastric and Esophageal Cancer for General Practitioners
02:24 • 2min
Recognizing Red Flag Symptoms and Referral to Specialists for Gastric and Esophageal Cancer
04:15 • 3min
Advancements in the Treatment of Gastric and Esophageal Cancer Over the Past Two Decades
07:30 • 3min
Contrasting Esophageal and Gastric Cancer Care in Australia and the UK
10:28 • 2min