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Jennifer Chan

Dr. Jennifer Chan reappointed as Institute Director

The Cumming School of Medicine and Alberta Health Services are pleased to announce the reappointment of Dr. Jennifer Chan, MD, as director of the Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute, effective January 1, 2026.

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The Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute is a partnership between the University of Calgary and Alberta Health Services, bringing together scientists and clinicians to integrate research and care cross disciplines – from understanding and preventing cancer, to transforming its detection and treatment, to improving life with and after cancer.

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