Anal cancer is a serious health concern that often flies under the radar, even among healthcare providers. In today’s episode, Dr. Gary Bucher, the medical director and founder of the Anal Dysplasia Clinic Midwest, sheds light on the importance of early detection and prevention of this virus-driven cancer.

Recognizing the significant knowledge gap and societal stigma surrounding anal health, Dr. Bucher emphasizes the need for open conversations and proactive screening, especially for high-risk groups.

Timestamps:

(00:01:50) Raising Awareness on Anal Cancer Risks

(00:11:18) Prioritizing Anal Cancer Screening for Improved Health (00:13:22) Destigmatizing Anal Cancer Screening Discussions

(00:16:55) Smoking and HPV Vaccination in Anal Cancer

About Our Guest

For over 35 years, Dr. Bucher has been a leader in clinical care and research with HIV/ AIDS patients. He has felt the need to be on the forefront of advances and care for PLWH. Dr. Bucher saw the rates of anal cancer increasing in PLWH, MSM and other high-risk groups.

For over 35 years, Dr. Bucher has been a leader in clinical care and research with HIV/ AIDS patients. He has felt the need to be on the forefront of advances and care for PLWH. Dr. Bucher saw the rates of anal cancer increasing in PLWH, MSM and other high-risk groups.

Dr. Bucher has remained passionate about the the clinical advancements in the treatment of HPV related diseases. In 2020, Dr. Bucher began to develop a mentorship training program to prepare the next generation of providers in anal precancer screening and treatment. The multi-tiered preceptorship program officially launched in 2023 and is primed to fill a much needed gap in the growing need for providers who are proficient in HRA and HSIL treatments.

Learn more about his work in the following channels:

• https://adcmidwest.com/
• https://www.facebook.com/adcmidwest/
• https://www.instagram.com/adcmidwest/
• https://www.youtube.com/@ADCMidwest
• https://www.linkedin.com/company/anal-dysplasia-clinic-midwest-adc-midwest/

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