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Pencer Brain Tumor Centre
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"We are dedicated to building hope — by conducting research into brain tumours, our ultimate goal is to one day find a cure."On May 23, 1997, Gerry Pencer was diagnosed with a grade 4 Glioblastoma Multiforme brain tumour. For the active and effervescent CEO of the world’s largest private label soft drink maker, this was the most frightening and lonely time of his life. Unknown at that time to Gerry, an additional 10,000 Canadians would be diagnosed with a brain tumour that year. During the 
course of his illness, Gerry sought information, answers, treatment options, and support systems for both himself and his family. When he learned of the lack of readily available resources for brain tumour patients, Gerry set out to change all that. And, like everything he did, he was determined to do it big. Gerry transformed his devastating diagnosis of a brain tumour into the vision for Canada’s most comprehensive, multidisciplinary brain tumour center.
Why a Centre?
The Centre was founded to provide information, treatment and support for brain tumour patients and their families all in one “Centre of Excellence”
Our mission is to provide multidisciplinary care, treatment and support for brain tumour patients and their families as well as promote clinical and translational (related to basic scientific principles) brain tumour research.
Key Facts
| • | The Gerry & Nancy Pencer Brian Tumor Centre opened in November 1998 at Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) |
| • | By opening the Centre, the late Gerry Pencer hoped to improve the quality of life of people living with brain tumours. |
| • | Located on the 18th floor of PMH, the Centre offers state-of-the-art care in a calm and positive environment. |
| • | Along with the highest quality medical services, the Pencer Brain Tumor Centre also provides support services that inspire hope by giving people tools and approaches that help them cope more effectively with their illness. |
