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CCO Oncology Podcast

Clinical Care Options

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Updates on new data and best practices in the care of patients with cancer across a wide variety of solid tumors and hematologic malignancies from Clinical Care Options. Gain practical clinical insights and strategies and earn CME/CE credit for selected episodes.
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This space is dedicated to supporting parents and families while their child is going through treatments for pediatric cancer and beyond. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy
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CancerCare's free Connect Education Workshops are a way for people to learn about cancer-related issues from the convenience of their home or office. Leading experts in oncology provide the most up-to-date information in these workshops to help you and your loved ones better understand and cope with your cancer diagnosis, treatment options, quality-of-life concerns, treatment side effects, pain management, doctor-patient communication and other important topics.
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CancerCare's free Connect Education Workshops are a way for people to learn about cancer-related issues from the convenience of their home or office. Leading experts in oncology provide the most up-to-date information in these workshops to help you and your loved ones better understand and cope with your cancer diagnosis, treatment options, quality-of-life concerns, treatment side effects, pain management, doctor-patient communication and other important topics.
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CancerCare's free Connect Education Workshops are a way for people to learn about cancer-related issues from the convenience of their home or office. Leading experts in oncology provide the most up-to-date information in these workshops to help you and your loved ones better understand and cope with your cancer diagnosis, treatment options, quality-of-life concerns, treatment side effects, pain management, doctor-patient communication and other important topics.
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This is a mostly upbeat, sometimes downbeat, look at my life with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia a.k.a, CLL. Though CLL could also stand for "Could'a Lived Longer," I believe you can still have a life well-lived despite your CLL. I hope hearing about my journey will encourage you on your walk with leukemia.
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Help us raise money for people who are suffering from leukemia and lymphoma, both are types of blood cancer. I also need your help so my homeroom can win. Don’t let us down! Dates: 5/6/19—5/31/9 Cover art photo provided by Robert Collins on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@robbie36
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In July 2016, a few weeks before my 25th birthday, I was diagnosed with Hairy Cell Leukemia - a chronic, slow-growing blood cancer. Thankfully, HCL has a good prognosis. I'll be flying to Washington DC to participate in a clinical trial for HCL patients at the NIH. This podcast will be a diary of my treatment experience, as well as a place to explore some of the questions that this diagnosis has brought up for me: How do I cope with being faced with my mortality? How do I live with a chronic ...
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Join Tia on a journey of true authenticity as she shares her profound insights on life's challenges and triumphs here on her Authentically Tia Podcast. From overcoming loss and battling a rare form of Leukemia, Tia's story is a testament to resilience and awakening. Despite undergoing treatments and physical changes, she radiates love and gratitude, offering her healing secrets to inspire and uplift others on their own paths to healing and self-discovery.
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I lost my 19 year old son to Leukemia in 2013. I am going take you on the journey of that loss. A journey that no dad or mom should ever have to take. A journey in which I experienced grief like never before. I journey in which I became an entirely new version of myself. Come along for a while. This may benefit someone, maybe me.
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We are Deadmen Talking

Frank Wiseman and Bill Guandolo

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Two men trying to out-maneuver death host candid discussions about the journey. Bill Guandolo beat a 7-month death sentence with Plasma Cell Leukemia; his partner Frank Wiseman applies Bill's Cancer fighting techniques to avoid contracting cancer and dying young. Our podcast was created for anyone who has been affected by cancer or knows someone dealing with the hardships of a cancer diagnosis.
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A Peace of Grief

Sydoney Taylor

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A Peace of Grief is a weekly Podcast about a mother’s journey with her son through Heart Failure, Heart Transplant, Autism, Lymphoma & Leukemia which tragically took his life. Weekly she will give voice to pain, anger, frustration and the grief suffered through loss. How will she find PEACE in life after the loss?
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Four years ago, January 15, 2019, I was diagnosed with CLL, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia & Thankfully, I am Stage Zero. We need to be healthy Physically, Mindfully & Spiritually. TRANSFORMATION ~ Statistics: 97% Greater Chance of Moving Through a Wanted Transformation Process due to ACCOUNTABILITY ~ RELATIONSHIPS! Change Requires Accountability! What change do YOU Want and Need?! Join Me on Life's Journey through Grit, Grace & Transformation!
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20 for 20

Iron Light Labs

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For the 20th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, this podcast tells 20 stories of heroism that will make sure our country doesn't forget that fateful day and its meaning. Our host Niels Jorgensen served as an FDNY firefighter for almost 22 years until a forced medical retirement because of the leukemia he contracted from cleaning up Ground Zero. Niels also drove the truck in the Emmy-nominated Rescue Me with Denis Leary.
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I’m Jared, a makeup artist, sometimes drag queen, Britney Spears stan and as of 2020: a 33 year old leukemia and transplant survivor. As an unofficial expert on starting over, I’m navigating life after second chances. From getting canceled online to beating illnesses in isolation, each week I’ll use pop culture, personal stories and guest interviews to examine what it means to begin, again. Whether you're battling cancer, being canceled or recovering from a hangover, anything can take us off ...
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Reinforce the Horse

Alyssa Reiman & Jason Reiman

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Dad and Daughter, (Jason and Alyssa), discuss their love and passion for horses. Sessions will include talks together and with special guests about horses, life, spirituality, and self-development. Whether you're an experienced equestrian or not, we're confident you'll find meaningful, positive, and life-changing discussion here on Reinforce the Horse.
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Featuring one-on-one interviews conducted by Dr Neil Love, this series provides medical oncologists with access to an array of important perspectives and information on relevant advances in the treatment of hematologic cancer to facilitate optimal patient care.
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Welcome to BioChat, a podcast by ABclonal Technology. With this show, we aim to familiarize you with not only ABclonal’s contributions to efforts in scientific discovery, but also to highlight the direction of ongoing bioscience research and to help scientists determine how best to leverage their skills to improve global human health and quality of life.
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Discover how to transform the most challenging chapter of your life with Jim Mann's inspiring podcast. As a stage 4 cancer survivor, Jim interviews famous musical artists like Tasha Layton, Ellie Holcomb, Katy Nichole, and Tim Timmons, as well as health influencers who beat incurable diseases like depression and addiction. Through humor and a renewed sense of purpose, guests courageously share their stories of overcoming the toughest times and learning to trust God. Tune in to Jim's powerful ...
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Two Onc Docs

Sam and Karine

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This is Sam and Karine, and we are Two Onc Docs! We both graduated from our Heme/Onc fellowships in 2021 and became board certified in both Hematology and Oncology. Our mission with Two Onc Docs is to create short board review episodes that you can listen to on your drive to work, while you make your morning coffee, or between pages on call. This is intended to be a supplement to other established board studying resources for busy trainees. *This podcast is intended to be an educational reso ...
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Two Cents NONSENSE

Jaqi Clements & Jessica Bader

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Identical Twin Mom Besties Jaqi Clements (President/Owner of KAVEAH brands, Mother to the ClementsTwins models- Ava & Leah, Chase Clements and wife to T-Cell ALL/Leukemia Survivor Kevin Clements) and Jessica Bader (Former international musical performer, digital marketing specialist and Mother to the BaderTwins models- Angelina & Jaelynn, Aurora Bader, and wife to Zachary) sit down with various entertainers, influencers, and tons of experts within the entertainment industry. They talk about ...
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Welcome to Talking Techniques! In this Podcast BioTechniques Digital Editor Tristan Free, interviews researchers at the forefront of their fields about the latest breakthroughs, controversies and conversations in the life sciences. From CRISPR to COVID-19, organoids to the microbiome, this podcast will explore the latest developments in the lab and interesting applications of techniques, while trying to determine how we can drive science forward in progressive and inventive ways. Hosted on A ...
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HemeTalks: Conversations in Hematology Education is the latest podcast channel by the American Society of Hematology (ASH)! Explore educational content crafted by subject-matter experts from the ASH tailored to fulfill your professional education requirements. Whether you are a clinician or researcher, HemeTalks provides innovative education designed for every career stage and subspecialty.
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The Hematologist is the member newsletter of American Society of Hematology (ASH). It is designed for the broad constituency of ASH, all working toward the ultimate goal of conquering blood diseases. The Hematologist updates readers about important developments in the field of hematology and highlights what ASH is doing for its members.
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Mayo Clinic Healh Matters brings you the latest medical advice, news and research to help you live a happier, healthier life. Join host Kristen Meinzer in conversation with Mayo Clinic’s leading medical experts as she asks all the questions you’re eager to (or maybe even afraid to) ask, letting curiosity lead the way. Wondering if you might have ADHD? Or how your pet affects your health? Be part of an informative—and fun—discussion about one of the most important topics: your health.
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CancerCare's free Connect Education Workshops are a way for people to learn about cancer-related issues from the convenience of their home or office. Leading experts in oncology provide the most up-to-date information in these workshops to help you and your loved ones better understand and cope with your cancer diagnosis, treatment options, quality-of-life concerns, treatment side effects, pain management, doctor-patient communication and other important topics.
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In a community saturated by talk of babies and marriages, British Asian bereavement is curiously complicated - and often ignored. Family, religious and cultural issues make each passing unique from the mainstream and brings in sharp focus the generational expectations that can cause further heartache at a time of sensitivity. Fresh To Death is out to change that. Restaurateur Saima is living with a terminal diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer and filmmaker Maleena lost her teenage brother to le ...
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Behind The Mike Podcast is a Christ-centered show where host Mike Stone dives deep into inspiring stories and profound insights from guests who view life through a biblical lens. Each episode offers hope, encouragement and wisdom to help you navigate life's challenges with faith and purpose. Tune in for conversations that uplift your spirit and strengthen your walk with Christ. Send your questions or topics to Mike@BehindTheMike.net The podcast is also available on YouTube at https://youtube ...
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While annual major scientific meetings are the venue to stay up-to-date in your clinical area, it is near impossible to attend all breaking news sessions. Through interviews with experts, Healio’s Meeting Mic provides a post-meeting wrap-up of the most important content that listeners can consume on-the-go.
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"What Nobody Tells Us" shares everything you need to know about the things no one wants to talk about. Our society too easily avoids uncomfortable conversations, leaving those going through tough times feeling isolated, overwhelmed, and stressed beyond belief. Few know this better than host Christie Bishop. In 2009, at just 30 years old, host Christie Bishop's life and career were turned upside down when her then-fiancee, Bryan, was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor and given just six ...
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I used to think that being a good dad was all about managing the chaos. Providing, being a good husband, feeding the dogs, volunteering at school, and making sure the homework gets done. And, if you can do all that in a nice suburban neighborhood, you're probably really doing well. I checked these boxes on most days and figured I was doing alright. Then, on Nov. 1, 2015, my daughter Galia said "Dad, my leg hurts." I thought it was nothing; it turns out it was something. Acute Myeloid Leukemi ...
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Changing the cancer paradigm. - The Cancer Secrets Podcast, hosted by Dr. Jonathan Stegall - MD and Integrative Oncologist - is designed to give cancer patients and their loved ones hope, support, and a voice they can trust.
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KILL CANCER CELLS: www.killcancercells.com If you want to know what these survivors did to reverse their condition, look for a book coming out: Kill Cancer Cells: The Alternative Cancer Therapy, the Miracle They Want to Keep Secret by Lawrence Earl. Complete instructions with dosages, application methods, diets, products and much more. For both Humans and Animals. 273 pages of Life saving information. “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” Hippocrates “If you are not your own d ...
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This is a TV, Movie, Podcast that speaks on anything and everything in the world of Entertainment. But I do it my way! Please feel free to listen and enjoy Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coopscons.com/support
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A laid-back conversation with scientists engaged in exciting work. We will discuss their research and explore the path these individuals took in getting to where they are today. My goal is to get to know the human behind the scientist. Join in!
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Welcome to "Long Island’s Leading Lawyers", a podcast that delves into the careers of the luminaries who have shaped the legal landscape on Long Island and beyond. Join us as we uncover stories, insights, and wisdom from prominent figures in our legal community. This podcast is hosted by James Paul Joseph, the managing partner of Joseph Law Group, P.C., a highly regarded boutique law firm concentrating on matrimonial and family law. In addition to his role at JLG, James has held leadership p ...
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Hosted by Makeba Giles. Lifestyle Media - Encouraging comprehensive health and wellness: mind, body, and spirit. Delivering inspiration, information, and resources through inspiring stories of real people, editorial content, expert advice, culture, society, news, and more. WEBSITE: www.faithhealthandhome.com EMAIL: info@faithhealthandhome.com
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Dying of Laughter

Chelsea London Lloyd | Comedian + Grief Gal

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DYING OF LAUGHTER with Chelsea London Lloyd is a podcast featuring interviews with millennial comedians and funny-at-heart humans with a deceased parent or sibling. Lloyd grew up with two sick parents; her dad died of ALS after a 15 year journey + her mom currently combats stage 4 metastatic breast cancer for the second time. Bonus episodes include interviews with grief counselors, funeral directors, cancer survivors, previvors, therapists, life coaches, oncologists + genetic counselors to n ...
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Tune in for a special BioChat where we talk to Xunlei Kang, MD, PhD, from the University of Missouri School of Medicine as we recognize Blood Cancer Awareness Month with a discussion about the direction of research into acute myeloid leukemia and hematopoiesis. Dr. Kang talks about his journey from China to the United States, breakthroughs made by …
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Mason was experiencing back pain that continued for three months. Then one day, Mason couldn’t walk or get out of his bed. His family took him to the hospital where he was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in March of this year. · Mason’s treatments have been tough, and they’re expected to last for two years as he continues to need many p…
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In this episode, Contributing Editor Surbhi Shah, MD, a classical hematologist at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, leads a conversation about anticoagulation stewardship. Her guests are Allison Burnett, PharmD, PhC, an antithrombosis stewardship pharmacist at the University of New Mexico Hospital and president of the Anticoagulation Forum, and Geoffrey Barn…
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What are the biggest challenges facing today’s teens? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Mark Gregson, founder of Heartlight, a residential counseling center for troubled teens, as we explore the impact of trauma, loneliness, and societal pressures on our youth. Mark shares his invaluable insights, highlighting both positive trends like d…
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In this episode, listen to Alice T. Shaw, MD, PhD, and Jessica J. Lin, MD, share their thoughts on the current understanding of ROS1 rearrangements in non-small-cell lung cancer tumor biology and its implications for molecular testing and treatment selection including: ROS1-gene fusions in advanced lung cancer ROS1 testing recommendations with DNA …
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In Part 1 we discuss how to explain palliative care to patients, pain and anti-emetic management, non-pharmacologic strategies, and current innovations within palliative care. We are so honored to have Dr. Janet Abrahm here with us who is a national leader in the field of palliative care and a professor at Harvard Medical School.…
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Katherine Scott shares her incredible journey from the Irish countryside to the bustling streets of London. Katherine recounts her early days at the foot of a mountain near the Atlantic Ocean and her move to London at 17, where she gained experience in roles from bookkeeping to the county council administration. Katherine then opens up about her in…
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Kathy Moffatt is an Equine Experiential Learning Facilitator, Transformational Life Coach, Reiki Practitioner, and writer. Although loving horses all her life, her real involvement began in the mid 90's when she and her husband bought a farm. Embodied horses then appeared. Her love of learning brought her down a path of becoming a student of riding…
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What does it mean to truly understand and embrace Christianity? Fourth-generation restaurant owner and multifaceted entrepreneur Peter Demos shares his captivating transformation from a religious skeptic to a committed Christian. Discover how Peter's journey through the family restaurant business, a brief stint in law, and his eventual return to ma…
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Speakers: Alexis Thompson, MD, and Sujit Sheth, MD Description: For general hematologists with a foundational understanding of thalassemia, this episode discusses the changing demographics due to immigration and refugee resettlement. It covers the diagnosis process from newborn screening to older individuals, emphasizing genetic testing due to nume…
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This episode of Talking Technique deviates slightly from specific lab technologies to instead discuss techniques and methods we use for teaching and testing life sciences. To do this, I’m speaking to two pioneers of unconventional teaching and testing approaches to STEM education. Angela Consani is the Co-Founder and CEO of the Bioscience Core Skil…
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In 2023, both a toddler in Arkansas and a swimmer in Texas died from the infection of a brain-eating amoeba, Naegleria fowleri, likely contracted from local water sources. ""Brain-eating amoebas"" is a scary headline that sounds like something out of the Twilight Zone, but just how worried should we be? And how serious are the ramifications of infe…
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We go through a journey with Lorre Faszholz, HealingStrong Group Leader, who found a red spot and recounts the journey from the first alarming signs of melanoma to her invasive diagnosis. Lorre's story reminds us how important it is to be our own advocate. Lorre received a stage 1, and later on, a stage 4 metastatic melanoma diagnosis She shares th…
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Discover the remarkable journey of Cameron and BJ Arnett in this engaging episode. Ever wondered how a couple can successfully merge personal and professional lives while keeping faith at the center? Hear Cameron and BJ’s story as they take on their latest project, "The Forge," which marks their first on-screen kiss and a significant milestone in t…
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- Overview of ASCO’s 2024 Theme – The Art and Science of Cancer from Comfort to Cure- Updates on the Treatment of Breast Cancer Presented at ASCO- Updates on the Treatment of Ovarian Cancer Presented at ASCO- The Role of Clinical Trials: How Research Increases Treatment Options- Updates on the Treatment of Prostate Cancer Presented at ASCO- Talking…
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· During the summer in 2022, Emelie was swimming with her siblings, Olivia and Liam. When they came inside for lunch, Emelie screamed and cried from pain. Her family took her to the local emergency room where it was confirmed she had masses on her kidneys. The family went to Boston where Emelie was diagnosed with Bilateral Wilms Tumors, a form of k…
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· When Leilani was 4 months old, they noticed a lump in her neck. Her pediatrician ordered an x-ray, which revealed several tumors, including in her chest. · Her treatment has included chemotherapy as well as surgery to remove tumors. · Her family is enjoying a treatment-free summer ahead of her upcoming scans in September. They are hoping to be ca…
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Calista had aches and pains in her legs, lower back, and shoulder. In July 2023, she developed a fever which continued for a week, accompanied by fatigue, severe lower back and stomach pain and difficulty lifting her arms. She had lab work done to rule out viruses and infections. Her family took Calista to the emergency room where lab work confirme…
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Max was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in 2014. His doctors thought he was having recurrent ear infections and then they noticed his stomach had become distended. His pediatrician suggested blood work, which revealed leukemia. · His treatment included chemotherapy, and he is slated to complete treatment in September. · Max enjoys lacro…
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Sarah Laffey, 27, neuroblastoma, Charlestown · In 2015, Sarah’s right eye swelled shut and she went to the hospital in Colorado, where she was living at the time. She was having lower back pain as well so the doctors did a CT scan, which revealed neuroblastoma. · Her treatment has included chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and radiation. She has had sev…
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Kristen Van de Geer was living in Alaska, where her husband was stationed in the Coast Guard, and was experiencing stomach pains. As a teenager, she was diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome or IBS, but with a family history of colon cancer and her mother’s passing in 2017 from gallbladder cancer, she wanted to be sure that nothing else was wrong…
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Following a typical, fun night out with friends Ryan woke up the next morning with severe stomach pains. He went to urgent care the same morning where scans revealed several masses in his stomach. Additional biopsies confirmed that Ryan had Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor or DSRCT, a type of sarcoma that forms in the body’s connective tissue. ·…
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· Cecilia was diagnosed with optical pathways glioma in November 2023. Her mom had noticed that one of her eyes was moving differently than the other eye. Her pediatrician sent her to the hospital where doctors discovered a tumor in her eye. · Cecilia’s treatment has included chemotherapy and surgery. · Her mom, April, homeschools Cecilia and her t…
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Before cancer touched Robb, it impacted his family when both his mother and father were diagnosed with the disease. In 2013, Robb’s mother was diagnosed with T-Cell Lymphoma and treated at Dana-Farber, by Dr. Philippe Armand, before passing gracefully in 2017. Three months later, Robb’s father was diagnosed with bladder cancer and began treatment w…
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Nicole Olivera: ? 7 Years worked for Flynn Applebee’s ? General Manager of Westfield, MA Applebee’s ? Store raised $3100 for Jimmy Fund ? In 2000, my grandmother was diagnosed with lymphoma. She was treated at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Brighton and at some point the Hematology-Oncology Department at Dana Farber took over. She received chemotherap…
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In January 2018, at 8 months old while living in Puerto Rico, Lia suddenly lost movement and sensation from her hips down. She began treatment in Puerto Rico, but their experience wasn't the best, and one of the doctors told Lia’s mom that her tumor was very rare. Her mom conducted research and learned that Dana-Farber was one of the best places to…
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Phaedra was 14 years old and sitting in her high school nurse’s office. The nurse noticed her pupils were dilated different sizes and called Phaedra’s mom, recommending she get checked out by a doctor. At the hospital, it was discovered that they had a benign tumor, which was promptly resected. Scans a few years later at 17 indicated that there wer…
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Jenn Perry discovered her breast cancer like many women do: finding a lump. She had a biopsy which confirmed a tumor. But Jenn is not like most breast cancer patients and survivors. Jenn has an inherited genetic syndrome known as Li-Fraumeni Syndrome (LFS). When Jenn was treated for breast cancer, she didn’t know what LFS was. She just knew there w…
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Kevin M. Haigis, PhD, joined Dana-Farber as Chief Scientific Officer in 2020. Prior to assuming this role, Dr. Haigis was Director of Cancer Genetics at Beth Israel Deaconess Cancer Center. Dr. Haigis received his PhD in genetics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and did post-doctoral work at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where …
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Two miles there and two miles back. That’s the distance John Warner would walk from his Back Bay home to Dana-Farber to keep himself in shape while in treatment for renal cell carcinoma, or kidney cancer. John was diagnosed in the winter of 2021. John experienced blood in his urine which led to a scan at his physical. That scan revealed a tumor bet…
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Craig Bunnell, MD, MPH, MBA, is the Morse Family Chief Medical Officer of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and Harvard Medical School-affiliated teaching hospital. In this role, Dr. Bunnell oversees adult and pediatric clinical services at Dana-Farber. Under his leadership, the Institute has become a l…
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Dr. Jänne received his MD and PhD from the University of Pennsylvania in 1996. He completed postgraduate training in internal medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital and in medical oncology at DFCI in 2001. He is the Senior Vice President for Translational Medicine and the Scientific Director of the Belfer Center for Applied Cancer Science. His ma…
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In June 2018, Gloria was playing golf when she realized something was wrong. Her primary care doctor was alarmed when Gloria asked to bump up her physical and arranged for an immediate appointment and blood tests, which revealed she had Acute lymphocytic leukemia. · Referred to Dana-Farber by her son, a physician, Gloria began a grueling chemothera…
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The Dubowik household came down with the flu. While everyone else recovered, Evelyn got worse and had “bizarre” bruising. Her mother took her to the emergency room for difficulty breathing. After some lab work, doctors discovered she had cancer. · Evelyn is in a two-year treatment plan and went from “standard risk” to “high risk” when she didn’t hi…
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Nine years ago, Joel was diagnosed with prostate cancer at his annual wellness exam while living in Connecticut; his best friend was his urologist at the time. He began making regular visits to Boston to get treated at Dana-Farber. Dr. Mark Pomerantz is a medical oncologist and Clinical Director for the Lank Center for Genitourinary Oncology at Dan…
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Paul Mossberg, 58, esophageal cancer, Brookline, with Melissa Levin, MSW, LICSW, Senior Clinical Social Worker and Programmatic Specialist for the Neuro-Inclusive Oncology Care and Empowerment Program, Dana-Farber.By Audacy
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Dr. Meyerhardt is the Chief Clinical Officer for Dana-Farber and Co-Director of the Colon and Rectal Cancer Center as a medical oncologist specializing in cancers in the GI tract. He is also the Douglas Gray Woodruff Chair in Colorectal Cancer Research and a Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Meyerhardt received his MD from Yale S…
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Anne Gross, PhD, RN, FAAN, is senior vice president for patient care services and chief nursing officer. Dr. Gross is responsible for adult and pediatric nursing practice across all sites of care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, The Phyllis F. Cantor Center for Research in Nursing and Patient Care Services, and the Center for Clinical and Professio…
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Laurie H. Glimcher, MD, was named President and CEO of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in 2016. She is also Director of the Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center and the Richard and Susan Smith Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. Previously, she was the Stephen and Suzanne Weiss Dean and Professor of Medicine of Weill Cornell Medicine and Pro…
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In early 2020, it became difficult for Clinton to eat. It was during the pandemic and much harder at the time to see a doctor, so it took a while before he was able to get checked out. In January 2021, Clinton was diagnosed with esophageal cancer that metastasized into his lungs. His treatment included six months on a feeding tube, chemotherapy and…
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Dr. Hartley-Brown's clinical area of focus is treating patients with Multiple Myeloma. This is an incurable blood cancer, that affects African Americans more prevalently than other ethnic populations. She also practices clinical research, mainly in the relapsed refractory myeloma disease setting. Dr. Hartley-Brown actively participates as a princip…
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