Monica Fawzy Bryant, Esq. Dealing with cancer extends beyond physical health, often bringing financial challenges that can overwhelm patients and their loved ones.   In this episode, we offer a beacon of support as we speak to Monica Bryant, Esq., a cancer rights attorney and Co-founder/Chief Operating Officer of Triage Cancer. She reviews the financial hurdles that may arise during treatment and provides practical strategies to help with economic hardships. She also highlights a wealth of resources designed to aid patients, covering everything from financial grants to transportatio ..read more

Mayra Gomez Padua, PhD Ser cuidador, para muchos es una muestra de compasión. Sin embargo, a medida que pasa el tiempo, muchos cuidadores se encuentran abrumados por el estrés, la carga, y la tristesa asociado con ser un cuidador de alguien dianosticado con cáncer. En muchas ocaciones los cuidadores se encuentran dejando su salud al lado. En este episodio, la Dra. Mayra Gómez Padua, psicóloga clínica bilingüe nos explica la importancia de mantener el equilibrio entre ser cuidador y manteniendo su autocuidado.  Aquí, ella ofrece herramientas y alternativas que ayudarán a los cuidadores na ..read more

Nishi Shah, MD, MBBS Remarkable progress has been made in the treatment of myeloma over the past decade, giving patients and families much hope for the future. In this episode, we speak to Dr. Nishi Shah of Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center in New York City. While the wide variety of therapies available to patients are discussed, this episode also focuses on the newest, cutting-edge therapies for myeloma, such as CAR T-cell therapy and bispecific antibodies.   DOWNLOAD TRANSCRIPT CLICK HERE to participate in our episode survey. Mentioned on this episode:  Multipl ..read more

In the episode, we explore the family of diseases called myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs). Dr. Anand Patel and Dr. Olatoyosi Odenike of The University of Chicago Medicine share the latest advances in treatments for MPNs, including myelofibrosis (MF), polycythemia vera (PV) and essential thrombocythemia (ET). We also highlight how treatment teams prioritize the improvement of patients’ quality of life as a key aspect of care. DOWNLOAD TRANSCRIPT CLICK HERE to participate in our episode survey. Mentioned on this episode:  Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN) MPN Booklet Chronic Myeloid L ..read more

Nutrition is a crucial part of cancer care. Many patients and caregivers play an active role in managing their nutrition during and after treatment. In this episode, we discuss nutrition after a cancer diagnosis with Luz Chavez and Susanne Massarani, Registered Dietitians from The University of Chicago. Learn the basics of oncology nutrition and how a good diet can help combat treatment-related weight loss and side effects. Caregivers will also benefit from tips on how to care for their loved ones when they experience appetite changes or other gastrointestinal symptoms. DOWNLOAD TRANSCRIPT CL ..read more

Caner Saygin, MD A diagnosis of cancer can cause significant emotional distress to a patient.  A diagnosis of a rare leukemia can leave patients and caregivers feeling unsure and nervous about the future.  In this episode, we speak to Dr. Caner Saygin of University of Chicago Medicine about hairy cell leukemia, a rare, but treatable cancer.  Dr. Saygin delves into this disease, highlighting the need for an accurate diagnosis, as well as current and emerging treatments.  Patients will be given hope for a good quality of life while managing this disease. DOWNLOAD TRANSCRIPT ..read more

Adriana Rossi, MD Testing for minimal or measurable residual disease (MRD) in blood cancer has transformed the way we look at remission and treatment planning. In this episode, we speak to Dr. Adriana Rossi of Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York about how MRD testing is being utilized for blood cancer patients. Join us as we explore minimal/measurable residual disease (MRD) testing for blood cancer and its role in guiding treatment decisions and predicting relapse and prognosis.    DOWNLOAD TRANSCRIPT CLICK HERE to participate in our episode survey. Mentioned on this episode:  Mini ..read more

Cliff Davis Cliff Davis was only sixteen weeks away from graduating medical school when he received the shocking news that he had Hodgkin Lymphoma.  His path has been unique and his story will inspire you. Cliff has a story that is familiar to many patients –a cancer diagnosis that resulted in pausing his schooling and career aspirations. In this case, going back to finish medical school proved much more difficult than expected when he took a leave of absence. Be sure to tune into this incredible story of resilience, as Cliff never gave up on the one thing he felt like he was meant to do ..read more

Have you ever wondered how doctors determine the treatment for a blood cancer patient? In this episode, we’re speaking with Dr. Eric Severson of Labcorp Oncology and Dr. John DiPersio of Washington University in St. Louis, MO, about genomics testing, what it is, and how it benefits blood cancer patients. You will learn about the crucial collaboration between pathologists and oncologists to make sure patients are getting the most accurate diagnosis and best possible treatments for their particular blood cancers. DOWNLOAD TRANSCRIPT CLICK HERE to participate in our episode survey. Mentioned on ..read more

Iris Cohen Fineberg, PhD, MSW, OSW-C Caregivers can come from many places in a patient’s life. They may be a spouse, family member, neighbor or “chosen family”. When caring for a cancer patient takes a village, caregivers come together to do what’s best for the patient. Join us as we sit down with Dr. Iris Cohen Fineberg, an Associate Professor at Stony Brook University, who specializes in oncology social work and palliative care. In this episode, we discuss planned family meetings, communicating with the treatment team, and how the community can provide supportive care to the patient. We invi ..read more