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Sept Survivorship Topic: Navigating Health Insurance Options

Triad Cancer Connection Podcast - September 18, 2023 15:40 - 22 minutes
We are lucky to have an expert on this topic this month.  Sarah Jolly is a Certified Marketplace Navigator with NC Navigator Consortium and works for Legal Aid in Forsyth County. We have a lot of great information to share on this topic and hope you find it helpful!  Resources: For Medic...

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Survivorship Topic: Navigating Health Insurance Options

Triad Cancer Connection Podcast - September 18, 2023 15:40 - 22 minutes
We are lucky to have an expert on this topic this month.  Sarah Jolly is a Certified Marketplace Navigator with NC Navigator Consortium and works for Legal Aid in Forsyth County. We have a lot of great information to share on this topic and hope you find it helpful!  Resources: For Medic...

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Season 3. 4: Kathleen Haden, ANP

When We Had Cancer - September 06, 2023 18:32 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Ms. Kathleen Haden, ANP, is a nurse practitioner who now focuses mainly on cancer prevention strategies in clinic. But her journey is an interesting one: training to be a nurse practitioner when it was very uncommon (and not nearly as straightforward!), working in HIV/infectious disease units at...

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Bladder Cancer Was Not Cathy's First Cancer Diagnosis

Bladder Cancer Matters - September 06, 2023 16:06 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratings
In Episode 55 of Bladder Cancer Matters, host Rick Bangs talks with Cathy Murphy about how she overcame multiple cancer diagnoses and faced them head-on. Their conversation will draw you in with its emotional depth and compelling insights. Among other topics, they discuss: Her journey with two ...

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Season 3. 3: Craig Slingluff, MD

When We Had Cancer - August 28, 2023 01:38 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Dr. Craig Slingluff is a surgical oncologist and immunology researcher who treats and investigates melanoma, respectively. But he also was diagnosed with cancer, himself. Two years ago, he found out he had metastatic prostate cancer. With family and faculty support, Dr. Slingluff has a new persp...

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Raw, Real, and Relevant: A Conversation with Shannon Murphy

Bladder Cancer Matters - August 22, 2023 17:39 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratings
In Episode 54 of Bladder Cancer Matters, host Rick Bangs talks with Shannon Murphy about her bladder cancer diagnosis at age 35. Their discussion is real, raw, and riveting. Among other topics, they discuss: Her experiences with a cystoscopy, TURBT, and BCG The difficulties in determining whe...

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Season 3. 2: Ann Marie Smith, MDiv

When We Had Cancer - August 21, 2023 02:09 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Her breast cancer diagnosis in 2008 did not just have her thinking about death and dying, it inspired a second career: chaplaincy. Ms. Ann Marie Smith, MDiv, began volunteering with hospice care after her breast cancer journey, and eventually got her masters in divinity before doing her chaplain...

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How Avelumab Can Help Patients With Locally Advanced or Metastatic Bladder Cancer With Dr. Tom Powles

Bladder Cancer Matters - August 15, 2023 17:19 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratings
In Episode 53 of Bladder Cancer Matters, host Rick Bangs talks with Dr. Tom Powles about an interesting clinical trial he and others conducted studying the effectiveness of a drug to treat metastatic bladder cancer. Among other topics, they discuss:  The JAVELIN 100 trial that successfully stud...

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Season 3. 1: Fumiko Chino, MD

When We Had Cancer - August 15, 2023 16:21 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Starting off the 3rd season of "When We Had Cancer," which newly features providers (in the general sense) of cancer patients, is an interview with Dr. Fumiko Chino. Dr. Chino is a radiation oncologist in Manhattan, New York City, at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Daughter of a radiatio...

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Does Removing More Lymph Nodes During a Radical Cystectomy Lead to Better Outcomes?

Bladder Cancer Matters - August 02, 2023 16:22 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratings
Historically, many patients who have a radical cystectomy (bladder removal) also have an extended lymph node dissection, which means taking out several lymph nodes during the surgery. A new study led by Dr. Seth Lerner of Baylor College of Medicine (and also a BCAN Board Member) suggests that ta...

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Season 2. 7: Maggie Walsh

When We Had Cancer - July 31, 2023 00:52 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Maggie is a 34-year old cancer survivor who, frankly, isn’t thankful she ever was diagnosed. Maggie’s cancer compromised her fertility, brought upon anger, and played awful waiting games with biopsy results. Tune in to this week’s episode to hear about a rare cancer diagnosis, family planning, s...

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What You Need to Know About Sexuality and Bladder Cancer Treatments

Bladder Cancer Matters - July 11, 2023 14:20 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratings
*** This episode contains explicit language and candid conversations about bladder cancer and sexuality. We believe it's essential to have open, honest conversations about these matters, to provide support and guidance to those who may be facing similar experiences. Bladder cancer can bring ...

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Facing Bladder Cancer During Chemo Drug Shortages

Bladder Cancer Matters - July 06, 2023 14:38 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratings
In an important and timely podcast, host Rick Bangs talks with Dr. Goya Iyer, a medical oncologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, where he is section head for urothelial cancer. They discuss the disturbing shortage of platinum-based chemotherapy drugs for bladder cancer patients, mos...

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Bladder Cancer and Aging: Navigating Challenges and Prioritizing Care

Bladder Cancer Matters - June 27, 2023 18:10 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratings
In Episode 49, host Rick Bangs's special guest is Dr. Sarah Psutka.  Dr. Psutka is a urologic oncologist specializing in bladder and other genital urinary cancers at the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance. She's also associate professor of urology at the University of Washington School of Medicine.  ...

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Is Bladder Preservation Right For You with Dr. Jason Efstathiou

Bladder Cancer Matters - June 20, 2023 15:55 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratings
In Episode 48 of Bladder Cancer Matters, host Rick Bangs talks with Dr. Jason Efstathiou about a topic that's frequently on the minds of patients with muscle invasive bladder cancer: Can they keep their bladders?  They discuss: What bladder preservation is The different types of approaches to...

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I Am a Triathlete and a Bladder Cancer Patient, Part 2

Bladder Cancer Matters - June 07, 2023 18:18 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratings
In Episode 47 Part 2 of Bladder Cancer Matters, host Rick Bangs continues his conversation with Damon Thomas, a triathlete and a bladder cancer survivor. You can also  read Damon's story in BCAN's patient stories section. In Part 2, Rick and Damon talk about: How he made the decision to tell...

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I Am a Triathlete and a Bladder Cancer Patient, Part 1

Bladder Cancer Matters - June 07, 2023 16:21 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratings
In Episode 47 Part 1 of Bladder Cancer Matters, host Rick Bangs talks with Damon Thomas, a triathlete and a bladder cancer survivor. You can also read Damon's story in BCAN's patient stories section. Rick and Damon talk about: Damon's delayed diagnosis His experience with his first cystos...

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Season 2. 6: Colleen Bergin

When We Had Cancer - May 26, 2023 12:38 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Colleen is a 3-year retiree and a two-time breast cancer survivor. Living in rural Virginia with her four animals and husband, Bill Collins, of almost 48 years (who gets credit for being her rock through it all), Colleen recommends that you be there for your loved ones on cancer journeys. Saying...

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Season 3. 2: Colleen Bergin

When We Had Cancer - May 26, 2023 12:38 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Colleen is a 3-year retiree and a two-time breast cancer survivor. Living in rural Virginia with her four animals and husband, Bill Collins, of almost 48 years (who gets credit for being her rock through it all), Colleen recommends that you be there for your loved ones on cancer journeys. Saying...

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Survivorship Topic: Heart Health After Treatment

Triad Cancer Connection Podcast - May 25, 2023 17:15 - 29 minutes
Our expert speaker this month is cardio-oncologist Dr. Kenneth Bodek with Novant Health. For a reflection guide or to register for the discussion group, go to www.cancerservicesonline.org/specialtopic.

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June Survivorship Topic: Heart Health After Treatment

Triad Cancer Connection Podcast - May 25, 2023 17:15 - 29 minutes
Our expert speaker this month is cardio-oncologist Dr. Kenneth Bodek with Novant Health. For a reflection guide or to register for the discussion group, go to www.cancerservicesonline.org/specialtopic.

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What Do I Do If BCG Treatments Don't Work with Dr. Michael O'Donnell

Bladder Cancer Matters - May 24, 2023 14:29 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratings
In Episode 45 of Bladder Cancer Matters, host Rick Bangs talks with Dr. Michael O'Donnell, Director of Urologic Oncology at the University of Iowa. He is the author of over 150 peer-reviewed manuscripts and serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Urology and CURE. Dr. O'Donnell leads sev...

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I Got Bladder Cancer at 22 Years of Age with Kristen S.

Bladder Cancer Matters - May 15, 2023 14:31 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratings
In Episode 45 of Bladder Cancer Matters, host Rick Bangs talks with a very special guest, Kristen. She was diagnosed with bladder cancer at 22 years of age (the average age at diagnosis is 73). She had to fight for a correct diagnosis, including when one of her doctors told her that she was jus...

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May Survivorship Topic: Neuropathy

Triad Cancer Connection Podcast - May 09, 2023 17:07 - 29 minutes
  Our expert speakers this month are Stephanie Rehm, a physical therapist and Claire Salmond, an occupational therapist, both with Novant Health. For a reflection guide or to register for the discussion group, go to www.cancerservicesonline.org/specialtopic.

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Survivorship Topic: Neuropathy

Triad Cancer Connection Podcast - May 09, 2023 17:07 - 29 minutes
  Our expert speakers this month are Stephanie Rehm, a physical therapist and Claire Salmond, an occupational therapist, both with Novant Health. For a reflection guide or to register for the discussion group, go to www.cancerservicesonline.org/specialtopic.

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Season 3. 1: Michelle St. Germaine

When We Had Cancer - May 09, 2023 12:37 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
This episode is a little different. Instead of interviewing a cancer survivor, I read a chapter from my book, "Six Women." This chapter is a story about a beautiful woman named Michelle called "Coffee Shop Miracles." Welcome to Season 3.        Featured Songs Easy on Me by Adele  Clair de ...

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Season 2. 5: Michelle St. Germaine

When We Had Cancer - May 09, 2023 12:37 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
This episode is a little different. Instead of interviewing a cancer survivor, I read a chapter from my book, "Six Women." This chapter is a story about a beautiful woman named Michelle called "Coffee Shop Miracles." Welcome to Season 3.        Featured Songs Easy on Me by Adele  Clair de ...

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What Are Bladder Cancer Guidelines and Why Do They Matter to Patients?

Bladder Cancer Matters - April 24, 2023 21:11 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 28 ratings
In Episode 44 of Bladder Cancer Matters, host Rick Bangs talks with Thomas Flaig, MD, a genitourinary cancer medical oncologist and vice chancellor for research for the University of Colorado Denver and Anschutz Medical Campuses. In addition to his clinical and administrative work, Dr. Flaig ha...

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Season 2. 4: Deborah Clarkston

When We Had Cancer - April 22, 2023 15:34 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
Deborah, Deb, or Debby—depending on who you are—is a 5year cancer survivor from triple negative breast cancer, s/p double mastectomy. An ER/ICU nurse by training, Deborah took the diagnosis seriously: time to figure it out, get treatment, and move on. She now volunteers with the UVA Cancer Peer ...

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April Survivorship Topic: Nutrition During and After Cancer Treatment

Triad Cancer Connection Podcast - March 28, 2023 21:28 - 29 minutes
Our expert speakers this month are Lora White, RD, CSO, LDN and Amber Thomas, RD, CSO. We have a lot of great information to share on this topic and hope you find it helpful! For a reflection guide or to register for the discussion group, go to www.cancerservicesonline.org/specialtopic. Lo...

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