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Latest Episodes

Cancer During COVID
September 25, 2023

Chris joins us today to share her cancer treatment journey while facing the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and worldwide quarantines. We discussed why she chose to attend her care appointments in

The Birth of Chemotherapy
September 18, 2023

Dr. Ryan joins us again today to discuss the origins of chemotherapy treatment. We discuss how earlier chemotherapy treatments were initially derived from poison and how chemotherapy research and deve

Clinical Trial Myths
August 28, 2023

Dr. Brian Burnette joins us again today to discuss the myths surrounding clinical trials. We debunk some of the biggest myths around clinical trials and cancer research and why doctors are required to

Quality vs Quantity
August 21, 2023

In this episode of Cancer Covered: Dr. Mitch Winkler and Dr. Kamal Abbi delve into the complex dynamics of cancer treatment in the palliative setting, exploring the struggle between curative goals an

Bleeding Breakthrough
August 14, 2023

In this episode of Cancer Covered: Highlighting the impact of gene therapy on Mason's life and the potential for this treatment to revolutionize the lives of individuals with bleeding disorders, Dr. M

Cancer and Alcohol
August 07, 2023

Dr. Ruth Warren joins us today to discuss alcohol, cancer risk, and societys relationship with alcohol consumption. We explore how our relationship with alcohol is conditioned at a young age and how

The Birth of Radiation
July 31, 2023

Michael joins us today to discuss the history of radiation treatment for various types of cancers. We discuss why it was initially perceived as a magical solution to treating cancer and why regulation

Cancer Myths
July 24, 2023

This week on Cancer Covered: Differentiating between evidence-based research and myths Debunking common myths around cancer and cancer care Where we believe these myths began How oncologists de

Scans: When, Why & Which One?
July 17, 2023

This week on Cancer Covered: Why oncologists need to order scans How scans help doctors diagnose, treat, and monitor cancer Common misconceptions about getting follow-up scans after a cancer diag

Just Cut it Out!
July 10, 2023

This week on Cancer Covered: Why surgery isnt always the answer for treating or curing cancer Why our ancient ancestors did not perform radical surgeries to treat cancer The discovery of anesthe