WE Have Cancer
216 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 64 ratingsEach year more than 12 million people will hear the devastating words "you have cancer."
In each episode of WE Have Cancer we share the stories of patients, survivors, caregivers and medical professionals as a way to provide information, inspiration and hope to those touched by cancer.
The host, Lee Silverstein, is a survivor of a rare form of pediatric kidney cancer and has been battling stage 4 colon cancer since 2011.
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Episodes
The Cancer Olympics, With Dr. Robin McGee
June 08, 2015 06:45 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MBRobin McGee was diagnosed with stage 3C rectal cancer after years of bungled and inadequate medical attention. Later on, she discovered that the best-practice chemotherapy was not available in Nova Scotia, Canada, where she lives. After her very delayed diagnosis, she reached out to her community using a blog entitled “Robin‘s Cancer Olympics.” The uplifting and humorous […] The post The Cancer Olympics, With Dr. Robin McGee appeared first on The Colon Cancer Podcast.
You’re Never Too Young for Colorectal Cancer, with Kimberly Bishop
June 02, 2015 05:48 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MBFor several years, Kimberly Bishop was told by her doctor, despite obvious symptoms, that she was too young to have colorectal cancer. As her symptoms worsened, her doctor finally sent her for a colonoscopy where a 13cm cancerous polyp was discovered at the recto-sigmoid junction. Kimberly was just 34 when she was diagnosed with rectal […] The post You’re Never Too Young for Colorectal Cancer, with Kimberly Bishop appeared first on The Colon Cancer Podcast.
Choosing to Lead a Positive Life With AFAP, With Daniel Shockley
May 26, 2015 05:57 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MBDaniel Shockley is a veteran of the U.S. Navy. At the age of 50 he was diagnosed with AFAP, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. AFAP is a subtype of a condition known as Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP), which causes an increased number of colon polyps, and therefore, an increased risk of colon cancer in the people […] The post Choosing to Lead a Positive Life With AFAP, With Daniel Shockley appeared first on The Colon Cancer Podcast.
My Life With Cancer, With Lee Silverstein
May 18, 2015 15:30 - 36 minutes - 41.9 MBWelcome to the inaugural episode of the Colon Cancer Podcast. Join me as I share the story of how cancer has been a part of my life, for most of my life. Lee Silverstein introduces the listeners to The Colon Cancer Podcast. Lee will take you through his incredible journey with cancer, which began when […] The post My Life With Cancer, With Lee Silverstein appeared first on The Colon Cancer Podcast.
Founder of National “Dress in Blue Day,” Anita Mitchell
May 18, 2015 15:28 - 38 minutes - 87.8 MBIn this episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Anita Mitchell Isler, a stage 4 colon cancer survivor and the woman who founded “Dress in Blue Day.” Anita is also the founder of Colon STARS, a non-profit organization who’s mission is to save lives by educating people on the importance of colorectal cancer screening. Join […] The post Founder of National “Dress in Blue Day,” Anita Mitchell appeared first on The Colon Cancer Podcast.
Chris4LIfe Founder and President, Michael Sapienza
May 18, 2015 15:23 - 26 minutes - 30.8 MBMichael Sapienza founded Chris4Life in honor of his mother, Christine Sapienza, who lost her battle with colon cancer in 2009. The mission of Chris4Life is: What I Learned from Michael Sapienza One person can make an impact. Chris4Life has grown and now sponsors major events across the country to raise money to support colon cancer […] The post Chris4LIfe Founder and President, Michael Sapienza appeared first on The Colon Cancer Podcast.
From Homelessness to Colon Cancer Advocate, With Candace Henley
May 11, 2015 12:31 - 27 minutes - 31.4 MBCandace Henley says she was “Superwoman” prior to her colon cancer diagnosis. The mother of five children, she worked out at the gym, drove a bus for the Chicago Transit Authority and was involved in her church. When she was diagnosed with stage IIB colon cancer the effects were devastating; not just physically, but also […] The post From Homelessness to Colon Cancer Advocate, With Candace Henley appeared first on The Colon Cancer Podcast.
Lynch Syndrome, and Genetic Testing and Counseling, With Georgia Hurst and Ellen Matloff
May 04, 2015 12:33 - 28 minutes - 33.2 MBGeorgia Hurst is the founder of I Have Lynch Syndrome, Inc. As stated on her website Ellen Matloff is the President and CEO of My Gene Counsel. “My Gene Counsel will translate the jargon behind the latest breakthrough on the evening news and tell you what it really means for you and your family.” During […] The post Lynch Syndrome, and Genetic Testing and Counseling, With Georgia Hurst and Ellen Matloff appeared first on The Colon Cancer Podcast.
Conquering the Psychological Effects of Colon Cancer, with Ed Yakacki III
April 27, 2015 12:30 - 30 minutes - 34.6 MBEd Yakacki III was diagnosed with colon cancer at the young age of 30. Ed faced two battles; conquering the physical effects of colon cancer, and conquering the psychological effects of colon cancer after treatment. Trying to go back to a “normal” life after treatment is a serious issue for many cancer survivors. Like many […] The post Conquering the Psychological Effects of Colon Cancer, with Ed Yakacki III appeared first on The Colon Cancer Podcast.
From Swimsuit Model to Colon Cancer Survivor and Advocate, with Grace De La Rosa
April 20, 2015 12:30 - 25 minutes - 28.8 MBGrace De La Rosa is a colon cancer survivor and works tirelessly advocating for colon cancer related issues. She has always made her health and well-being one of the priorities in her life. A swimwear and fitness model, and fitness competitor, exercise and healthy eating have always been a part of her lifestyle, yet at […] The post From Swimsuit Model to Colon Cancer Survivor and Advocate, with Grace De La Rosa appeared first on The Colon Cancer Podcast.
Living Life With a Hereditary Colon Cancer Syndrome, with Travis Bray, PhD.
April 14, 2015 15:41 - 31 minutes - 36.5 MBLike his grandfather and father before him, Travis Bray was born with F.A.P. – Familial Adenomatous Polyposis – “a rare, hereditary colon cancer syndrome that causes extra tissue (polyps) to form in the large intestine and in the upper part of your small intestine (duodenum).” The vast majority of people with F.A.P. will be stricken […] The post Living Life With a Hereditary Colon Cancer Syndrome, with Travis Bray, PhD. appeared first on The Colon Cancer Podcast.
“It’s Not Harder Than Cancer” – With Author, Michael Holtz
April 03, 2015 15:30 - 26 minutes - 29.9 MBMichael Holtz is a stage 3 colon cancer survivor and author of the new book, It’s Not Harder Than Cancer. During our conversation, Michael talks about his career with the American Cancer Society, and how his personal experience with colon cancer, compelled him to make a career change and leave the American Cancer Society. Disagreeing with those […] The post “It’s Not Harder Than Cancer” – With Author, Michael Holtz appeared first on The Colon Cancer Podcast.
Living Life With a Colostomy, With Tony Pace
March 27, 2015 15:00 - 37 minutes - 43 MBStage 4 Colon Cancer survivor, Tony Pace, made a life-changing and brave decision after completing a very difficult journey through his treatment. After bladder reconstruction surgery, a partial colectomy, a partial hepatectomy, followed by chemotherapy, he made the decision to have a permanent colostomy. During his quarterly colonoscopies, his doctor would remove between 6 – […] The post Living Life With a Colostomy, With Tony Pace appeared first on The Colon Cancer Podcast.
You’re Never Too Young for Colon Cancer, with Dawn Eicher
March 21, 2015 21:23 - 23 minutes - 27 MBFor years, Dawn Eicher was told by doctors, despite obvious symptoms, that she was too young to have colon cancer. While pregnant with her 2nd child, her symptoms worsened. Her doctors told her it was pregnancy related, gave her suppositories, and sent her home. It took 10 more months before she would finally receive a […] The post You’re Never Too Young for Colon Cancer, with Dawn Eicher appeared first on The Colon Cancer Podcast.
Raising Awareness About Colon Cancer in a Most Unique Way, With Ben DeHan and Dustin Brians
March 18, 2015 22:30 - 30 minutes - 34.9 MBBen Dehan and Dustin Brians are two good friends that were searching for a way to make a positive impact in the colon cancer community. They wanted to bring more visibility to the cancer, that in their words, is “the cancer no one wants to talk about.” Their project, the Buttfolio, will certainly get people talking! […] The post Raising Awareness About Colon Cancer in a Most Unique Way, With Ben DeHan and Dustin Brians appeared first on The Colon Cancer Podcast.
Taking Charge of Your Colon Cancer Treatment, With Sue Kidera
March 13, 2015 05:37 - 30 minutes - 34.8 MBThis quote from stage 4 colon cancer survivor, Sue Kidera, beautifully describes her ongoing battle with colon cancer. Through multiple surgeries, chemotherapy treatments, Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (S.B.R.T.), and currently the TAS-102 clinical trial, Sue continues her courageous battle to beat this disease. Listen to our conversation and learn how Sue has taken the lead role […] The post Taking Charge of Your Colon Cancer Treatment, With Sue Kidera appeared first on The Colon Ca...