Previous event: Exploring surgical options for advanced colorectal cancer
On Wednesday 22 November 2023 we held a panel discussion on the latest in surgical research for advanced bowel cancer patients.
As well as looking at the latest research innovations, our panel took time to speak about how to support patients through their treatment journey. Those who attended the event also had the opportunity to put questions to the panel.
About the speakers
Mr Alex Tzivanakis MD FRCS
Consultant Surgeon, Peritoneal Malignancy Institute, Basingstoke, Hampshire Hospitals Foundation NHS Trust
Alex qualified in 2005 after completing his medical degree at Imperial College London. Alex then completed his surgical training in Oxford and Wessex deaneries in 2017, after completing his research degree (MD) in 2014. Alex joined the Peritoneal Malignancy Institute, Basingstoke in 2017 as a consultant surgeon. Since then he’s extensively published and presented work on peritoneal surface oncology.
Vicki Evans
Lead Peritoneal Malignancy Clinical Nurse Specialist, Peritoneal Malignancy Institute, Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Vicki studied at Southampton University and qualified as a nurse in 2003, completing a BSc and Masters in advanced nursing practice after qualification. She joined the Peritoneal Malignancy team in 2007 as the second clinical nurse specialist (CNS) for the service.
Vicki currently leads a team of five specialist nurses supporting patients throughout their treatment pathway, and her practice is focused on the personalisation of patient care.
