Prof. Kris Chatamra, Director of Queen Sirikit Centre for Breast Cancer
- Cultural/family expectations led him to medicine.
- Entered surgery due to influential mentors and opportunity.
Podcast
Overview
In this remarkable episode, Prof. Kris Chatamra, Director of the Queen Sirikit Centre for Breast Cancer, shares his journey and the groundbreaking work behind one of Asia’s leading breast cancer centers. Host Ashutosh Garg explores Prof. Chatamra’s motivations, challenges, and vision for the future.
00:00 – What Inspired His Path to Medicine and Surgery?
- Cultural/family expectations led him to medicine.
- Entered surgery due to influential mentors and opportunity.
03:10 – Why Move Back to Thailand After a UK Career?
- Spotted opportunities to elevate healthcare quality in Thailand.
- Supported by his wife and inspired by local needs despite UK accolades.
05:14 – Key Lessons from Royal Marsden Hospital
- Patients are the center of care, not the doctor.
- Importance of maintaining emotional balance with patients.
07:18 – How Did Queen Sirikit’s Patronage Influence the Center?
- Witnessed her selfless dedication to Thai people.
- Inspired Prof. Chatamra’s values and QSCBC’s founding principles.
09:09 – Introducing a Multidisciplinary, Patient-Centered Model
- Applied Royal Marsden learnings to Thailand.
- Shifted breast cancer care toward a team-based, holistic approach.
10:50 – Main Challenges for Breast Cancer Care in Asia
- Cultural taboos and stigma, plus financial barriers.
- Focus on education and pioneering early detection programs.
13:17 – Early Detection and Awareness Strategies
- Leveraged celebrities and visual materials to destigmatize breast cancer.
- Outreach programs serving underprivileged women.
16:21 – Importance of Tumor Bank and Genome Profiling
- Ensures tissue samples for ongoing/future personalized care.
- Supports research and innovative treatments like immunotherapy.
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Learn more about Prof Kris Chatamra: Linkedin
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- Cultural/family expectations led him to medicine.
- Entered surgery due to influential mentors and opportunity.
