Dr. Gregory Guilcher

Biography

Gregory Guilcher is an Associate Professor in the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary, specializing in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology. His academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Queen's University, followed by a Doctor of Medicine from Memorial University of Newfoundland. He further honed his expertise through a Fellowship in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at the University of British Columbia. Dr. Guilcher's research focuses on acute late toxicities of childhood cancer therapy, pharmacogenomic testing to predict and prevent toxicity, and immune recovery in children undergoing cancer treatment. He is particularly interested in the challenges surrounding hematopoietic cell transplantation for sickle cell disease and has chaired several critical committees in pediatric oncology. His career goals include expanding access to hematopoietic cell transplantation in low- and middle-income countries. Notably, he has been involved in groundbreaking clinical trials aimed at minimizing toxicity during transplantation processes for children with sickle cell disease. Dr. Guilcher's contributions to the field have earned him various accolades, including the President's Excellence Award for Outstanding Achievement in Innovation and Research from Alberta Health Services.

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