This podcast features experts Dr. Christopher Fausel (Indiana University Simon Cancer Center), Jim Kenney (formerly Harvard Pilgrim), and Dr. Clayton Yates (Johns Hopkins School of Medicine) discussing strategies for achieving equitable treatment access for prostate cancer care. It emphasizes the significance of recognizing and addressing health disparities, particularly among Black men, who are disproportionately affected by prostate cancer. The conversation covers advancements in treatment options, including the impact of androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) and the potential of combination therapies to enhance outcomes. The speakers also highlight the importance of patient-provider communication, the role of precision medicine, and the need for systemic approaches to improve access and literacy in healthcare. Health plan professionals are encouraged to leverage data and engage in targeted interventions to mitigate disparities within their patient populations.

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