Friday, June 28, 2024 Congratulations to Dr. Vicki Baracos on her recent appointment to the Order of Canada. Vickie's research has transformed our understanding of cachexia, a debilitating syndrome that causes rapid weight and muscle loss in patients with advanced-stage cancer, leaving them with a skin-and-bones appearance. A professor at the University of Alberta, she developed groundbreaking insights into the fundamental biology of this complex condition. Her work has since led to clinical classification and diagnosis, and has paved the way for treatment and improved patient outcomes."Dr. Vicki Baracos was an active member of our supportive care committee during the time the focus of the committee broadened to consider symptoms other than chemotherapy induced nausea and vomiting. Although we were not able to develop a trial in cancer cachexia, which is her area of interest, her research expertise was very helpful in developing studies addressing other symptoms," says Dr Joseph Pater, CCTG Founding Director and Professor Emeritus at Queen’s University.One of Canada’s highest honours, the Order of Canada celebrates outstanding achievements and extraordinary contributions. For more information >
