Fall 2011 - Institute of Medical Science - University of Toronto
Fall 2011 - Institute of Medical Science - University of Toronto
Fall 2011 - Institute of Medical Science - University of Toronto
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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR<br />
Letter from<br />
the Editor<br />
I<br />
am always fascinated to learn about new scientific research. Having the privilege to study at<br />
the IMS has undoubtedly shown me the many ways in which science can be used to improve<br />
patient care - one <strong>of</strong> my own inspirations for starting the IMS Magazine. In the past three<br />
issues, we have explored a variety <strong>of</strong> research areas, from the genetics <strong>of</strong> childhood aggression,<br />
to multiple sclerosis and binge eating disorders. I have found them all very intriguing topics and<br />
rewarding to learn about.<br />
In this issue <strong>of</strong> the IMS Magazine, I would like to turn your attention to the topic <strong>of</strong> my area<br />
<strong>of</strong> research, prostate cancer. With the help <strong>of</strong> our very own world-class experts, Dr. Laurence<br />
Klotz, Dr. Neil Fleshner, Dr. Masoom Haider, and Dr. Vasundara Venkateswaran, we hope to<br />
provide you with a better understanding <strong>of</strong> prostate cancer prevention measures, management<br />
options, and future research strategies. Further, we give you a look into the Active Surveillance<br />
program, a management strategy initiated at Sunnybrook Hospital by Dr. Laurence Klotz, which<br />
is increasingly used worldwide for low-risk prostate cancer patients.<br />
In light <strong>of</strong> November, prostate cancer awareness month, I hope that this issue <strong>of</strong> the IMS Magazine<br />
will not only enhance your understanding <strong>of</strong> the disease, but also emphasize the importance <strong>of</strong><br />
early detection. I encourage all those participating in the moustache-growing Movember charity<br />
event to submit your photos to the IMS Magazine Movember Contest (see page 43 for more<br />
information).<br />
Natalie Venier<br />
Editor-In-Chief<br />
Natalie Venier is a third year PhD Candidate<br />
at the <strong>Institute</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Medical</strong> <strong>Science</strong>.<br />
She is currently studying prostate cancer<br />
chemoprevention at Sunnybrook Health<br />
<strong>Science</strong>s Centre.<br />
I am also proud to announce the success <strong>of</strong> the Summer Student Writing Competition, which<br />
was met with great enthusiasm by this year’s SURP students. We received a number <strong>of</strong> excellent<br />
submissions, including one by Roman Shapiro, the winner <strong>of</strong> the competition. I encourage you<br />
to read through his interesting article on biases in Randomized Controlled Trials. We hope to<br />
continue to publish some <strong>of</strong> the other excellent submissions in future issues <strong>of</strong> the IMS Magazine.<br />
I would also like to take this opportunity to thank the IMS Community for their insightful<br />
feedback in response to the last issue, which I encourage you to read about in our new<br />
Commentary section.<br />
In closing, I would like to thank Dr. Allan Kaplan and the IMS department for their on-going<br />
support with the IMS Magazine. Additionally, I must acknowledge the phenomenal IMS<br />
Magazine Team, whose contributions are invaluable to its production. I’m looking forward to<br />
your feedback.<br />
Enjoy!<br />
Photo by Paulina Rzeczkowska<br />
Natalie Venier<br />
Editor-In-Chief, IMS Magazine<br />
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