An Introduction to Cancer: Anatomy, Biology and Treatments with David O’Halloran - virtual

Tuesday 16 and Wednesday 17 September 2025 - virtual event

This is a 2-day course which will present a basic understanding of cancer. Through a series of presentations, David describes how cancer develops, the commonest types of cancer, cancer detection and treatment modalities.

Audience

All those new to and in early careers in oncology including research, clinical trials unit (CTU), admin support, doctors, nurses, allied health professionals (AHPs), hospice, industry colleagues and any other staff groups who require an understanding of the anatomy, biology and treatments of cancer.

Topics covered

  • Introduction to cells, tissues and cancer
  • The spread of cancer
  • Classification of cancer
  • Overview of treatment options for cancer
  • Colorectal cancer
  • Leukaemia and lymphoma
  • Lung cancer
  • Breast and prostate cancer

We will email you the link to join the virtual course approximately 2 to 3 weeks before the event.

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Last updated: June 2025