VARIAN remote areas are not disadvantaged when it comes to accessing cancer treatment . E-Health is now an option for patients .”
For those who still need to travel , Varian Australia works with the Sony Foundation , which provides young cancer patients with accommodation and support during their treatment . “ Regional Australians do have , unfortunately , greater challenges getting access to radiation therapy . So we ' ve partnered with them to provide some funding for their accommodation , and we get to know their background and create a kind of care package for them with magazines and food from the local area . It just lets them know there are other people out there who care about what ' s happening .”
Support from Siemens will allow for a more comprehensive cancer care offering In April 2021 , Siemens Healthineers completed their acquisition of Varian . Cortiula believes the two companies can drive faster progress in cancer care together . “ It means we can fast-track our vision for a world without fear of cancer ,” said Cortiula . “ It allows us to ensure the best outcomes can be reached by combining people , technology and data . Siemens has some of the best imaging technology available . I see this as an opportunity to really accelerate our product development .”
So , what does the future hold for the combined businesses ? “ Varian ’ s approach is still centred around intelligent cancer care and driving progress for cancer care for the next 30 years and beyond ,” says Rebecca . “ I see us accelerating our use of software automated processes and helping oncology professionals collaborate and develop more precise and holistic cancer treatments . We ’ ll see greater cooperation between research institutions oncology practices . Multidisciplinary teams working together with a whole of care approach , so that no matter where the patient is located , they can get access to the best possible quality care .”
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