Brain tumor program achieves best-in-class outcomes
April 16, 2025
KINGSTON, Ont. – Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC) is setting new benchmarks in brain tumor care with its groundbreaking Integrative Brain Tumor Program (IBTP), developed under the leadership of Dr. Teresa Purzner (pictured), a neurosurgeon, researcher, and entrepreneur. Since its launch, the IBTP has dramatically improved quality key metrics, increased patient referrals, and attracted global interest from hospitals looking to replicate its success.
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