Best Medicom Podcasts (2024)

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Are You Using Humor Appropriately With Patients & Colleagues? 24:04

28m ago24:04

24:04

Andrea Austin, MD (Heartline: Conversations With Healthcare Changemakers podcast), and Bradley Block, MD (Physician's Guide to Doctoring podcast), have a conversation about the benefits and potential pitfalls of using humor in medicine. They describe common situations where physicians may consider using humor and offer advice on how to crack jokes …

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Civic Health & Engagement: A Call to Action to Ensure Patients Vote 20:23

2d ago20:23

20:23

On this episode, PW editorial board member and regular contributor Alex McDonald, MD, FAAFP (Southern California Kaiser Permanente, and President-Elect of the California Academy of Family Physicians), sits down with Ilan Shapiro, MD (Pediatrician and Medical Director, AltaMed), to discuss the importance of civic engagement and how ensuring patients…

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Supporting Your Patients as They Navigate Their Breast Cancer Journey 16:15

7d ago16:15

16:15

For breast cancer awareness month, Steven Chen, MD, MBA, highlights the value of whole-person health in managing breast cancer-related lymphedema, emphasizing differences from traditional care, cost barriers, patient education, early detection, long-term side effects, and the importance of specialist collaboration. Let us know what you thought of t…

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Ensuring Timely Diagnosis & Referrals for Patients With Postpartum Depression 14:57

19d ago14:57

14:57

On this episode, Ewurama Sackey, MD, and Jason James, MD, advocate for clinicians in the fields of behavioral health and obstetrics and gynecology to screen patients more often for postpartum depression (PPD). They emphasize PPD’s distinction from the “baby blues” and strategies to reduce disparities for women of color. Let us know what you thought…

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National Primary Care Week: Strengthening Healthcare Through Community Care 22:41

30d ago22:41

22:41

For National Primary Care Week, PW editorial board member and regular contributor Alex McDonald, MD, FAAFP (Southern California Kaiser Permanente, and President-Elect of the California Academy of Family Physicians), has a conversation with family medicine physician Marc Price, DO (Family Medicine of Malta). They discuss the PCP’s role as a trusted …

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Disney’s Recent Controversy & How Doctors Can Use Arbitration Agreements Appropriately 13:58

1M ago13:58

13:58

PW regular contributor Dr. MedLaw reviews a recent controversy in which Disney claimed arbitration after a woman died of anaphylaxis while visiting their parks. With this in mind, Dr. MedLaw shares how arbitration agreements are held to different ethical standards in medicine and how physicians can ensure they are fair to patients and hold up in co…

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Leveraging Nonverbal Cues to Build Trust & Improve Patient Care 10:10

1M ago10:10

10:10

On this episode, Dr. Bradley Block (Physician's Guide to Doctoring podcast) shares how physicians can use subtle nonverbal cues to convey interest and authority to their patients, which can help build trust and improve the efficiency of visits. He also discusses how physicians can address “the question behind the question,” or the deeper issues pat…

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Resilience in Medicine: Sharing Practices Physicians Can Easily Adopt to Improve Well-Being 9:09

2M ago9:09

9:09

This week, we are joined by Andrea Austin, MD (Southwest Healthcare Medical Education Consortium; Heartline: Conversations With Healthcare Changemakers). Dr. Austin discusses the concept of resilience, sharing practical, small changes physicians can make to improve their mental health and well-being, especially in moments of stress. Let us know wha…

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Strategies to Help Diagnosis NSCLC and the Benefits of a Team-Based Approach, Part 2 6:57

2M ago6:57

6:57

Dr. Rajat Thawani continues his conversation on non-small cell lung cancer. Today he reviews various strategies to help diagnosis NSCLC, including the importance of testing patients who are smokers and non-smokers. He also explains why multidisciplinary teams can help this patient population. Let us know what you thought of this week’s episode on T…

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Integrating Non-Covalent BTK Inhibitors in CLL: Navigating a Rapidly Evolving Treatment Landscape 17:37

2M ago17:37

17:37

In this podcast episode, Dr. Versha Banerji discusses the role of non-covalent BTK inhibitors for the treatment of CLL. Our Guest: Dr. Versha Banerji is a Clinician Scientist at CancerCare Manitoba and Senior Scientist at the Research Institute in Oncology and Hematology, based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. If you enjoyed our podcast episode, please revie…

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Biomarker Testing and NSCLC, Part 1 6:26

2M ago6:26

6:26

Today we are joined by Dr. Rajat Thawani. He discusses why biomarker testing is crucial in guiding treatment decisions for patients with ROS1 mutations in NSCLC. He also highlights how specialized biomarker testing teams enhance the identification and management of patients with ROS1-positive NSCLC by providing knowledge about resistance mechanisms…

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Understanding the Standard of Care in Medical Malpractice 10:57

2M ago10:57

10:57

Today we are joined by Dr. MedLaw. She discusses the complexities of the "standard of care" in medical malpractice cases. Dr. MedLaw explains that while the standard is meant to reflect what is recognized as acceptable and appropriate medical practice, it must also consider the specific circumstances, location, and the evolving nature of medical kn…

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The Influence of Nutrition on Sleep Patterns 14:25

3M ago14:25

14:25

Today we are joined by Abhinav Singh, MD, MPH. He discusses the impact of diet and lifestyle on sleep quality, including how raw foods, and foods rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants, can help lower inflammation and improve sleep. Additionally, Dr. Singh explains why it is important for providers to determine whether patients have trouble fall…

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Thinking Beyond Opioids: Proactive Ways to Address Pain in Patients With IBD 10:49

3M ago10:49

10:49

Today we are joined by gastroenterologist Dr. Gil Melmed. He discusses the high prevalence of pain in patients with IBD, especially among those hospitalized with acute pain. He also highlights the risks associated with opioid use and advocates for a proactive pain management approach while describing a proactive pain bundle implemented at Cedars-Si…

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Understanding the “Barbie Effect” & How Pop Culture Can Influence Patient Healthcare 10:49

3M ago10:49

10:49

Today we are joined by Dr. Christopher Worsham from Harvard Medical School. He explains why healthcare professionals should utilize publicly available data to better understand how popular culture influences patient behaviors. Reference: Worsham CM, et al. Online search interest in gynecologists after the release of the film Barbie. JAMA Netw Open.…

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The Obesity Epidemic: Misinformation, High Medication Costs, & Future Treatments 11:16

3M ago11:16

11:16

Today we are joined by Dr. Anthony Auriemma. He discusses the popularity and efficacy of GLP one therapy but notes that while these new medications have shown promising results, there is a lot of misinformation about them. He also expresses hope for future treatments, including new medications and potential price reductions. Let us know what you th…

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Caring for Colleagues & Their Children, Part 2: Documentation & Confidentiality 6:24

4M ago6:24

6:24

PeerPOV: The Pulse on Medicine is a weekly podcast series that features expert commentary on the latest healthcare news, landmark research, and more. On this episode, PW editorial board member and regular contributor Alex McDonald, MD, FAAFP (Southern California Kaiser Permanente, and President-Elect of the California Academy of Family Physicians),…

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Caring for Colleagues & Their Children, Part 1: Setting Expectations 13:05

4M ago13:05

13:05

PeerPOV: The Pulse on Medicine is a weekly podcast series that features expert commentary on the latest healthcare news, landmark research, and more. On this episode, PW editorial board member and regular contributor Alex McDonald, MD, FAAFP (Southern California Kaiser Permanente, and President-Elect of the California Academy of Family Physicians),…

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Embracing Whole-Person Health for Physician & Patient Wellness 9:48

4M ago9:48

9:48

PeerPOV: The Pulse on Medicine is a weekly podcast series that features expert points of view on the latest healthcare news, landmark research, and more. On this episode, Jeffrey Gladd, MD, chief medical officer at Fullscript, shares his personal journey with whole-person health and how it has impacted his practice. Let us know what you thought of …

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AI Diagnostics, Private Equity in Your Practice 27:26

4M ago27:26

27:26

John Bertrand (CEO, Digital Diagnostics) speaks with us about LumineticsCore, an AI diagnostic system that autonomously diagnoses patients for diabetic retinopathy, including macular edema, to detect disease before it leads to blindness. Also, regular contributor Dr. MedLaw discusses the role of private equity in your practice. Enjoy Listening! Let…

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Highlights from EHA 2024 - Updates on the Treatment of CLL 42:13

4M ago42:13

42:13

In this podcast episode, three of Canada’s top hematologists discuss data on the treatment of CLL presented at the European Hematology Association (or EHA) meeting in Madrid, Spain. The discussion involves an analysis of the data from 6 oral presentations on combination and novel therapies for the treatment of CLL. In this discussion, the data is p…

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LIVE FROM EHA 2024 - Sonrotoclax plus Zanubrutinib in R/R CLL 16:33

5M ago16:33

16:33

In this episode of our podcast, recorded at the European Hematology Association (EHA) meeting in Madrid, Spain, we discuss updated results of the BGB-11417-101 trial with Dr. Stephen Opat. The BGB-11417-101 trial examined the efficacy and safety of sonrotoclax plus zanubrutinib for the treatment of R/R CLL. Our Guest: Dr. Stephen Opat is the direct…

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The Evidence Behind Stress Reduction: For You and Your Patients 30:26

5M ago30:26

30:26

PW editorial board member and regular host Alex McDonald, MD, speaks with stress expert Jay Winner, MD, about stress reduction techniques for you and your patients. Too much stress can ruin our days and shorten our lives. It ages us, harms relationships, and impairs job performance. Excessive stress can exacerbate almost any medical condition, incl…

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How to Handle Negative Reviews, Genetic Kidney Disease 41:53

5M ago41:53

41:53

Regular contributor Dr. MedLaw explores what to do when you get a negative online review. We also speak with Drs. John Sayer (University of Newcastle, UK) and Roman-Ulrich Müller (University Clinic Cologne, Germany), live from the 61st European Renal Association annual meeting to discuss the 11% of the world’s population that has genetic kidney dis…

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Ableism and Antiableism: What You Need to Know 27:29

6M ago27:29

27:29

PW Editorial Board member Alex McDonald, MD (Southern California Kaiser Permanente Medical Group), speaks with Joanna Bisgrove, MD (Rush Universitiy), who has broken remarkable boundaries as a hard-of-hearing physician. As a physician with a disability, Dr. Bisgrove is determined to advocate for a country where there are no barriers for persons wit…

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Pre-Nups for Physicians, ACC 2024 Late-Breakers 37:37

6M ago37:37

37:37

We speak with Gregg Stone, MD, who presented findings at ACC 2024 from RELIEVE-HF, a randomized trial designed to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of treating patients with heart failure with an interatrial shunt. The results are clear, so keep listening to hear his interpretation of the results. We next talk to, Javed Butler, MD, who presente…

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Thriving in Medicine- Mastering Leadership and Balance 40:51

7M ago40:51

40:51

Dike Drummond, MD (TheHappyMD@PW author) brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in preventing physician burnout through innovative strategies and leadership principles to a lively discussion. Dr. Drummond explores the concept of "leadership power tools," one of the seven healthy habits for doctors to maintain wellbeing and stave off burnout. T…

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Cutting Edge Advances in the Treatment of Lung Cancer 15:13

7M ago15:13

15:13

In this episode, Dr. Barbara Melosky discusses cutting edge approaches to the treatment of Lung Cancer, including the use of artificial intelligence and novel therapeutic approaches such as cancer vaccines and new targeted therapies. Our Guest: Dr. Barbara Melosky Dr Melosky is a Professor of Medicine at the University of British Columbia and a Med…

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Precision Medicine Series: Ep15: Biomarkers in Upper GI Cancers 41:28

7M ago41:28

41:28

Welcome to our podcast episode on diagnostic, prognostic and predictive biomarkers for the treatment of upper GI cancers. In this episode, Dr Brezden-Masley (medical oncologist) and Dr Streutker (pathologist) discuss the latest biomarkers that may inform treatment of upper GI cancer. Our Guests: Dr. Christine Brezden-Masley Dr. Brezden-Masley is a …

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What & Why You Need to Know About Value-Based Care 30:51

7M ago30:51

30:51

PW editorial board member and regular contributor Alex McDonald, MD, speaks with Kim Yu, MD, FAAFP (PRIME National Strategy Consultant, American Board of Family Medicine; Director of Health Care Strategy, KCS Inc.), about new mandates concerning value-based care and what they might mean to you. Enjoy listening! Let us know what you thought of this …

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Physician Liability & AI, the Checkmate 67T Trial 31:21

8M ago31:21

31:21

Regular contributor Dr. MedLaw discusses the question many physicians are asking themselves: what are the rules regarding AI use in medicine and physician liability? Also, Saby George, MD, FACP (Roswell Park Cancer Institute), discusses results of the Checkmate 67T trial, which he recently presented at the 2024 ASCO Genitourinary Cancers symposium.…

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Management of Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma (cSCC): A Surgeon’s Perspective 24:11

8M ago24:11

24:11

In this video capsule, Dr. Mark Taylor discusses the surgical implications for the treatment of cSCC. This podcast episode is best viewed alongside the slides, which can be found in the video capsule version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uk5JEUjbkDE&t=127s. Our Guest: Dr. S. Mark Taylor is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive surgeon in Halifax, …

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Immunotherapy for Kidney Transplant Patients with Skin Cancer 21:32

8M ago21:32

21:32

In this podcast episode, Dr. Evan Lipson discusses the use of immunotherapy for patients with skin cancer who have had a kidney transplant. Our guest: Dr. Lipson is an internationally-recognized skin cancer and immunotherapy specialist at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Lipson leads cutting edge clinical trials for patients with melanoma and other skin cancers.…

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The Benefits of a Trauma-Informed Approach to Practice 26:27

8M ago26:27

26:27

PW Editorial Board member and columnist Alex McDonald, MD (family and sports medicine, Kaiser Permanente), speaks with Erika Roshanravan, MD (family physician and medical director, CommuniCare+OLE), about trauma-informed care and the need to shift the focus in patient conversations from “What’s wrong with you?” to “What happened to you?” A trauma-i…

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How Will the 2024 Presidential Election Affect Healthcare? 28:08

8M ago28:08

28:08

“Healthcare is at a very delicate moment,” says Jeanne Haggerty, a lobbyist for Williams & Jensen in Washington DC. With 25 years of governmental affairs experience in Washington, she should know. Haggerty’s successful career on the Hill has included working on the Senate Finance Committee, and later, the House Energy and Commerce Committee. During…

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Regain Your Grip On the Work You Love 33:29

9M ago33:29

33:29

Regular contributor Dike Drummond, MD, (family physician, CEO of TheHappyMD.com, PW columnist) talks about the difference between your job and your medical practice, recognizing the fact that they are almost never attuned. More importantly, he provides critical tools to mend the bridge and regain your grip on the work that you love. What are the ch…

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Beating Medical Mistrust, Responsibility for Another Doctor’s Actions 31:11

9M ago31:11

31:11

Sara Gorman, PhD, MPH, discusses the work she does as executive director of Those Nerdy Girls, along with a group who provide evidence-based answers to common medical questions in order to battle medical mistrust and misinformation. Dr. Gorman is also the founder of Critica, non-profit organization of scientists and social scientists who counteract…

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LGBTQ+ Healthcare: What You Should Know 29:39

10M ago29:39

29:39

Physician’s Weekly editorial Board member Alex McDonald, MD, CAQSM, FAAFP (Kaiser Permanente), speaks with Scott Nass, MD, MPA, FAAFP, AAHIVS (Aledade), about LGBTQ+ healthcare. Since 2019, Dr. Nass has served as Chief Medical Officer for the transgender community-founded and -led Transgender Health and Wellness Center in Palm Springs, Riverside, a…

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Anticipated Medical Breakthroughs of 2024 25:50

10M ago25:50

25:50

The medical field is constantly evolving, with innovative advancements revolutionizing the way we diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases. As we move into 2024, there are numerous promising developments that hold the potential to significantly impact healthcare and improve the lives of individuals worldwide. PW Podcast host, Rachel Giles, MD, and PW …

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Top 10 Medical Innovations of 2023 28:39

11M ago28:39

28:39

PW Podcast host Rachel Giles, MD, and PW editorial board member Alex McDonald, MD, offer their perspectives on what they feel are the top 10 medical innovations of 2023. Some are already in practice, whereas others are recent breakthroughs not quite ready for “prime time.” All in all, it was a great year for medical science. Think we missed a top m…

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LIVE FROM ASH 2023: Isa-CYBORD induction chemotherapy in newly diagnosed, transplant eligible MM 16:58

11M ago16:58

16:58

In this podcast episode, Dr. Rami Kotb and Dr. Donna Reece discuss results of the CMRG Isa-CYBORD trial presented at the ASH 2023 meeting, and the implications of the results for Canadian clinical practice. Our Guests: Dr. Rami Kotb is a physician in the Division of Hematology, Department of Medical Oncology & Hematology at CancerCare Manitoba, Win…

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The PSA Test Controversy, Doctor Vs Insurer on Settlements 26:13

11M ago26:13

26:13

In a lively discussion, E. David Crawford, MD (University of Colorado), explains the controversy around prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test screening. The National Cancer Institute describes the PSA controversy as follows: “Using the PSA test to screen men for prostate cancer is controversial because it is not yet known for certain whether this te…

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Live from ASH 2023: Dr Brown Discusses Updated Results of the ALPINE Trial in CLL 13:48

11M ago13:48

13:48

In this episode of our podcast, recorded at the American Society of Hematology (ASH) in San Diego, California, we discuss updated results of the ALPINE trial with Dr. Jennifer Brown. The ALPINE trial examined the efficacy and safety of zanubrutinib versus ibrutinib for the treatment of CLL. Our Guest: Dr. Jennifer Brown is the Director of the CLL C…

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Medical Communication to the Masses: The TikTok College Doc 31:47

11M ago31:47

31:47

Physician’s Weekly’s editorial Board member Alex McDonald, MD, FAAFP, speaks with Jill Grimes, MD (best known as @tiktokcollegedoc), about hercommitment to empowering individuals with accurate medical information and practical advice that has made her a respected figure in the field of healthcare communication and education. Dr. Grimes is a highly …

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Time to Quit Your Practice? Probably Not 32:30

12M ago32:30

32:30

This week, we take the time to delve into the important topic of physician burnout with our single guest, Dike Drummond, MD, family physicians and CEO of TheHappyMD.com. In this first episode of a series of in-depth conversations, Dr. Drummond speaks with us about how and when to quit your practice. More importantly, he talks about the vast majorit…

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Know Your Lemons, Is it Negligence if a Patient Falls in the Waiting Room? 29:37

12M ago29:37

29:37

The Know Your Lemons Foundation was founded in 2014 by Corrine Ellsworth-Beaumont, MA, PhD, a designer who lost her grandmothers and a close friend to breast cancer. She created the #knowyourlemons campaign as an initiative to help improve early detection of breast cancer through symptoms and screening education in a fun, accessible, and inclusive …

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Medicare’s First 10 Negotiable Drugs, Chatbots in Your Practice? 31:00

1y ago31:00

31:00

Digital health expert Patty Riskind (CEO, Orbita) digs into three main barriers physicians may perceive in incorporating chatbots into their practice. Virtual assistants, such as chatbots, have changed the way businesses operate, and how people navigate their day-to-day tasks. From making travel plans to scheduling car services, digital tools are i…

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Medical School: Time of Paralysis or Privilege? 29:43

1y ago29:43

29:43

Caryssa Lim, MPH, a third-year medical student at Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine, talks with PW editorial board member Alex McDonald, MD, about whether medical school can/should be looked at as a time of despair and paralysis or the best opportunity of a lifetime to affect change. They also discuss what it was like being a me…

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First-line treatment strategies for the management of la/mUC: S2 Ep 5 - ESMO 2023: Discussion on 1L LA/mUC 32:28

1y ago32:28

32:28

In this video capsule series, we discuss the first-line treatment strategies for the management of locally advanced metastatic urothelial carcinoma in Canada. This fifth episode of the series was recorded live from ESMO 2023 with Dr. Thomas Powles, who presented results of the EV-302 trial, and Dr. Normand Blais, Dr. Srikala Sridhar, and Dr. Bernie…

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A Remarkable Story of Breast Cancer Survival 26:19

1y ago26:19

26:19

Heather Raymond shares her remarkable story of breast cancer survival, following a diagnosis while working at Kaiser Permanente in 2021, with PW editorial board member Alex McDonald, MD. They discuss the importance of screening and how to talk with patients, because awareness in October isn’t enough. Enjoy listening! Let us know what you thought of…

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