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Dr Eugene Manley grew up in Detroit in the 1980s cycling through emergency rooms 20 to 30 times a year with asthma and anaphylaxis while hospital staff talked past his family and buried them in paperwork they could not decode. He responded by earning a BS in mechanical engineering an MS in biomedical engineering and a PhD in molecular biology cell biology and biochemistry. Along the way he tore his ACL training for a jiu jitsu black belt worked 86 straight days in a lab during his doctorate and learned how academic and clinical systems punish people who refuse to shrink.In this episode Manley walks through a recent post surgery ordeal at Mount Sinai Queens where staff falsified records attempted an illegal discharge and nearly sent him home on the wrong blood thinner. He explains how medical racism shows up in charts staffing and decision making and why measurable equity fails without accountability. Listeners hear how his STEMM and Cancer Health Equity Foundation builds pipelines for underrepresented students challenges clinical trial design and teaches patients how to protect themselves when institutions lie. RELATED LINKS• Eugene Manley Jr• STEMM and Cancer Health Equity Foundation• Village Voice• LUNGevity FoundationFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jenny Opalinski has spent more than a decade inside hospitals where people lose the ability to speak, breathe, swallow, and sometimes survive. A medical speech language pathologist by training, she worked in ICU, neuro rehab, and long term acute care settings, including a Level 1 trauma center, where she watched clinicians absorb 10 to 15 traumatic events in a single shift and then get told to move the crash cart faster next time.That lived reality pushed her to co found The Wellness Shift, an advocacy and education platform focused on healthcare worker burnout, suicide, and assault. In this conversation, Opalinski walks through the moment that changed everything for her: standing in a hospital hallway listening to a family wail after a failed code, followed by a debrief that addressed logistics and ignored grief entirely.She also explains how that work led to Humanity Rx, her podcast about the human cost of medicine, and Dragon's Breath: Calming Tricks for Big Feelings, a children's book that translates evidence based breathing and regulation strategies into language kids can actually use. The episode covers moral injury, time scarcity, false wellness, respiratory muscle training, and why empathy keeps getting treated as an optional expense instead of clinical infrastructure.RELATED LINKSJenny Opalinski on LinkedInThe Wellness ShiftHumanity RxDragon's Breath: Calming Tricks for Big FeelingsAspire Respiratory ProductsFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sarah Gromko and Matthew Zachary go back to SUNY Binghamton in the early 1990s, when they were barely 19 and living inside rehearsal rooms. She starred in campus musical theater productions. He served as pianist and music director for many of those shows and played rehearsal piano for the THEA101 repertory company. This episode reunites two former theater nerds who grew up and took very different paths through art, illness, and work that still circles the same truth.Gromko trained as a singer and composer, studied film scoring at Berklee College of Music, worked in New York and New Orleans, then moved into healthcare as a speech language pathologist and recognized vocologist. She explains aphasia, apraxia, dysarthria, and dysphagia with clarity earned from the clinic. She recounts helping a 16 year old gunshot survivor in New Orleans speak again using Melodic Intonation Therapy. The conversation covers voice banking for ALS, gender affirming voice care, and the damage caused when medicine confuses speech loss with intelligence loss. The result feels like an epic reunion powered by 1990s nostalgia and sharpened by decades of lived consequence.RELATED LINKSSarah GromkoGramco VoiceMelodic Intonation TherapyFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's guest is Shaun Barnard, described by friends and family as a man of endless ideas and blue-sky thinking. Shaun channelled his great passion for traveling into founding In My Wildest, a UK charity created in memory of his mum, who died from breast cancer. This charity helps people living with cancer fund travel insurance, which is oftentimes very expensive, so they can keep exploring the world, making memories, and living fully, even in the hardest of moments.We talk about the state of travel insurance for cancer patients in the UK, honoring his mother's love of travel, how and why In My Wildest was created, and so much more!!Resources:Shaun's website: https://www.inmywildest.orgShaun's email: hi@inmywildest.orgShaun's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inmywildestFollow:Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/melissagrosboll/My website: https://melissagrosboll.comEmail me: drmelissagrosboll@gmail.com

A kiwi cancer patient forced to move to Australia to get life prolonging drugs, that are not funded in Aoteaora is giving a big thank you to the country. In New Zealand she was draining her savings and paying $133,000 a year for the drug daratumumab or dara; in Australia it is costing her nothing. Nic Vipond spoke to Lisa Owen.

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Matt Hampton and Dr Tom Ingegno came into my world the way the best guests always do. They found me first. They pulled me onto their Irreverent Health Podcast, a show that blends medicine, curiosity, and unapologetic nonsense the same way Gen X kids blended Saturday morning cartoons with nuclear-war anxiety. We recorded together, we went off the rails together, and by the end I told them the rule. If you ever come to New York, you sit in my studio. No exceptions.They showed up. They took the hot seat. They told Alexa to shut up. They joked about Postmates. They compared bifocals before I even hit record. From there it turned into a full blown eighties time machine powered by weed policy, AI diagnostics, acupuncture philosophy, art school trauma, cannabis data science, paranormal detours, and the kind of deep cut pop culture references only Gen X survivors can decode.Matt builds AI systems. Tom heals people with needles and a lifetime of East Asian medicine. Together they make healthcare funny without pretending it works. They remind you that curiosity carries weight when the system collapses under its own stupidity.This episode is a reunion of three loudmouths raised on Atari, late night cable, and the hard lesson that you either tell the truth or get flattened by it. Go subscribe to Irreverent Health. These guys earned it.RELATED LINKS• Irreverent Health Podcast• Matt Hampton – Consilium Institute• Envoy Design• Dr. Tom Ingegno – Charm City Integrative Health• The Cupping Book• You Got Sick—Now What?• Matt Hampton on LinkedIn• Dr. Tom Ingegno on LinkedInFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cancer patients in Donegal are at risk of losing the same day Dublin flight service, as the Donegal-Dublin PSO contract is due for renewal at the end of February. A campaign has been launched to preserve the service, as any proposed changes could make same-day return travel impossible. The service has been described as a lifeline, not a luxury, and it's removal would leave cancer patients to accrue extra costs through overnight stays and extra travel. Andrea was joined by Bríd Sweeney, Donegal native and Mary Coyle.

Bill Thach has had 9 lines of treatment, over 1,000 doses of chemo, and more scans than an airport. He runs ultramarathons for fun. He jokes about being his own Porta Potty. He became a father, then got cancer while his daughter was 5 months old. Today she is 8. He hides the worst of it so she can believe he stands strong, even when he knows that hiding has a cost.We talk about the illusion of strength, what it means to look fine when your body is falling apart, and how a random postcard in an MD Anderson waiting room led him to Man Up to Cancer, where he now leads Diversity and AYA Engagement. Fatherhood. Rage. Sex. Denial. Humor. Survival. All that and why the words good morning can act like a lifeline.RELATED LINKSFight Colorectal CancerCURE TodayINCA AllianceMan Up to CancerWeeViewsYouTubeLinkedInFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Asking for help is never easy. Dorothy Gibbons introduces Kathia, manager at The Rose’s southeast location. Three departments fall under Kathia’s leadership: medical records, registration, and sponsorship programs. The Rose offers care and access, removing barriers like language, cost, and transportation. Even after diagnosis, bilingual patient navigators remain with patients, helping them through paperwork and treatment. Preventive care and self-advocacy are emphasized throughout. Please consider sharing this episode, or making a donation at therose.org so more women receive breast cancer screening and care. Subscribe to Let’s Talk About Your Breasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and wherever you get your podcasts. Key Questions Answered 1. What is Kathia’s role at The Rose?2. What does 'removing barriers' mean at The Rose?3. How does the sponsorship program at The Rose work?4. Why is it hard for women to ask for help regarding their healthcare?5. What is the process for patients who may need sponsorship?6. How does Kathia personally relate to patients at The Rose?7. What support does The Rose provide for patients diagnosed with breast cancer and facing barriers?8. How does the new system at The Rose improve patient experience? Timestamped Overview 00:00 Patient-Centered Care Program 05:20 Building Relationships Before Sponsorship 08:07 Healthcare Barriers for Non-English Speakers 11:02 Support Resources for Cancer Patients 13:13 Patient Education Process Explained 18:15 Teaching Self-Advocacy to Kids 22:32 Compassionate Staff with Shared Experiences 23:13 Connection and Mission ForwardSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Talia shares her deeply personal journey with chronic illness and how it shaped her professional calling to support patients navigate the emotional weight of a diagnosis, helping them live meaningful, balanced lives. The conversation explores universal experiences many clients face, including acceptance, grief, self-doubt, and the exhausting cycle of hypervigilance that can take over daily life. Drawing from both lived experience and clinical insight, Dr. Talia underscores why self-compassion is not optional but essential when living with chronic illness. She offers practical, grounding tools for softening hypervigilance, rebuilding trust in the body, and creating emotional safety in the healing process. The discussion invites listeners to meet their experience with honesty and kindness, reminding them they do not have to carry it alone and that support can be a powerful part of recovery.Product Discount Codes + LinksRe-Align Your Life WorkshopJuna: Website (Discount Code: LEIGHANN)Broc Shot: Website (Discount Code: LEIGHANNLINDSEY)Hoolest: Website (Discount Code: THEACCRESCENT10)Guest InfoDr. Talia - WebsiteDr. Talia - InstagramRelated EpisodesPodcast Ep. 187: Lindsay Courcelle - Unblocking the Body: The Power of Myofascial Release in Emotional HealingPodcast Ep. 176: Leigh Ann Lindsey - How I Work with Cancer Patients to Address Emotional Root Causes to Disease Podcast Ep. 128: Dr. Juli Kramer - The Physiology of Repressed Emotions and CancerWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn More

Rev. Percy McCray, founder of Percy McCray Ministries, discusses the growing role of digital and online spiritual support for cancer patients.

Shannon Burkett has lived about six lives. Broadway actor. SNL alum. Nurse. Filmmaker. Advocate. Cancer survivor. And the kind of person who makes you question what you've done with your day. She wrote and produced My Vagina—the stop-motion musical kind, not the cry-for-help kind—and built a global movement after her son was poisoned by lead dust in their New York apartment. Out of that came LEAD: How This Story Ends Is Up to Us, a documentary born from rage, science, and maternal defiance. We talked about everything from The Goonies to Patrick Stewart to the quiet rage of parenting in a country that treats public health like a hobby. This episode is about art, anger, resilience, and what happens when an unstoppable theater nerd turned science geek Jersey girl collides with an immovable healthcare system.RELATED LINKSShannon Burkett Official SiteLEAD: How This Story Ends Is Up to UsEnd Lead PoisoningLinkedIn: Shannon BurkettBroadwayWorld ProfileFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Adam Torres and Majed Mohamed, Head of Community Engagement & Advocacy at Friends of Cancer Patients, talk about reducing stigma, improving early cancer detection, and advancing patient-centered advocacy through awareness, policy engagement, and direct support initiatives in the UAE. About Majed Mohamed A passionate and dedicated Public Health Specialist with a strong foundation in medical sciences, committed to improving health outcomes through strategic advocacy, policy development, and research. Experienced in working across sectors to promote awareness, prevention, and support for patients with NCDs. Focused on enhancing healthcare systems, driving public health initiatives, and contributing to global efforts to improve cancer care. Specializing in patient advocacy, health policy, and research, with a keen interest in fostering partnerships between public and private sectors to create impactful solutions for pressing health challenges. About Friends of Cancer Patients Friends of Cancer Patients charity is a non-profit organization registered at the UAE Ministry of Social Affairs under the ministerial decree No. 427 for the year 2013. FOCP was founded in September 1999 under the directives and patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of the Ruler of Sharjah, International Ambassador of the World Cancer Declaration for Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) and International Ambassador for Childhood Cancer for UICC and Founder and Patron of the Friends of Cancer Patients society. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ and ⁠Majed Mohamed⁠, Head of Community Engagement & Advocacy at Friends of Cancer Patients, talk about reducing stigma, improving early cancer detection, and advancing patient-centered advocacy through awareness, policy engagement, and direct support initiatives in the UAE. About ⁠Majed Mohamed⁠ A passionate and dedicated Public Health Specialist with a strong foundation in medical sciences, committed to improving health outcomes through strategic advocacy, policy development, and research. Experienced in working across sectors to promote awareness, prevention, and support for patients with NCDs. Focused on enhancing healthcare systems, driving public health initiatives, and contributing to global efforts to improve cancer care. Specializing in patient advocacy, health policy, and research, with a keen interest in fostering partnerships between public and private sectors to create impactful solutions for pressing health challenges. About ⁠Friends of Cancer Patients⁠ Friends of Cancer Patients charity is a non-profit organization registered at the UAE Ministry of Social Affairs under the ministerial decree No. 427 for the year 2013. FOCP was founded in September 1999 under the directives and patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Wife of the Ruler of Sharjah, International Ambassador of the World Cancer Declaration for Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) and International Ambassador for Childhood Cancer for UICC and Founder and Patron of the Friends of Cancer Patients society. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As part of our official DealFlow Discovery Conference Interview Series, produced by Mission Matters, along with our partner DealFlow Events, we're showcasing the innovative companies presenting at the upcoming DealFlow Discovery Conference (January 28-29, at the Borgata in Atlantic City) and the executives behind them. In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Raphi Levy, CFO at Alpha Tau, about the company's Alpha DaRT tumor-targeting approach, how it fits into existing clinical workflows, and the upcoming milestones and trial progress Alpha Tau is advancing as it expands treatment options for cancer patients. This interview is part of our effort to help investors discover compelling companies ahead of the event — and to help CEOs introduce their story to the 1500+ conference attendees. Learn more about the event and presenting companies:https://dealflowdiscoveryconference.com/ About Raphi Levy Mr. Levy specializes in corporate finance and strategy, having spent 13 years working in the Investment Banking Division at Goldman Sachs in New York and Tel Aviv, most recently serving as Executive Director in charge of healthcare banking in Israel. He holds a BS in Economics from the Wharton School and a BSE and MSE in Electrical Engineering from the School of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Pennsylvania, USA. About Alpha Tau Alpha Tau Medical™ was founded in 2016 by CEO Uzi Sofer to develop and commercialize the Alpha DaRT™ (Diffusing Alpha-emitters Radiation Therapy), invented by Professors Itzhak Kelson and Yona Keisari from Tel Aviv University. Alpha Tau's goal is to bring this innovative alpha radiation technology to cancer patients around the world. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

EVEN MORE about this episode!Can diet, energy, and spiritual guidance play a role in healing epilepsy and chronic health challenges? Join Julie Ryan as she shares real-time medical intuitive insights, spirit guidance, and energetic scans—exploring epilepsy, healing diets, intuition, spirit messages, and the power of raising your vibration. Through energetic scanning, visualization, and spirit guidance, Julie explores how diet, intention, and frequency may support healing—sparking a deeper conversation about reclaiming personal power on any health journey.The episode continues with real-time readings and practical guidance for listeners around the world: messages from loved ones in spirit, energetic insights into digestive issues, and suggestions for supportive remedies—all woven together with compassion and clarity. From love and loss to companionship later in life, Julie shares wisdom drawn from both spirit and lived experience, reminding listeners that guidance is always available.You'll also hear moving stories involving pets as spirit guides, reassurance about a missing cat, and an honest exploration of navigating serious illness through both conventional and energetic support. This episode beautifully blends practicality with spirituality, offering hope, validation, and healing perspectives for anyone seeking answers, comfort, or a deeper connection to the unseen support all around us.Episode Chapters:(0:00:01) - Healing and Insights(0:13:45) - Messages From Beyond and Health Concerns(0:19:57) - Dating and Relationship Advice(0:23:49) - Pet Communication and Spirituality(0:28:52) - Guidance for Cancer Patient(0:43:43) - Health Insights for Pain(0:54:28) - Advice for Various Health Issues➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Español YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Português YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Deutsch YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Français YouTube✏️Ask Julie a Question!

This episode features Kerstin Sandelin, MD, PhD, FACS(Hon), FRCS, a breast surgeon from Stockholm, Sweden, who gave the Distinguished Lecture of the International Society of Surgery during the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Clinical Congress in Chicago. In her lecture, Dr. Sandelin addressed the gaps in breast cancer care throughout the world and offered information about how low- and middle-income countries will benefit from global standardization. Talk about the podcast on social media using the hashtag #HouseofSurgery

In this powerful Q&A episode of The Armor Men's Health Show, Donna Lee sits down with board-certified urologist and Urology Specialists of Austin's very own Dr. Lucas Jacomides to tackle two deeply personal listener questions that many men are quietly struggling with.First, a 65-year-old listener asks a question that cuts to the core of men's health advocacy: Why do we wait for prostate cancer before taking action? With a long history of severe BPH, multiple TURP procedures, bladder incontinence, and a strong family history of cancer, he wants to know how to find a provider who treats the whole person—not just a diagnosis. Dr. Jacomides breaks down the medical reasoning, explores proactive options, and explains how patients can advocate for care that aligns with their quality-of-life goals.Next, the conversation turns to Peyronie's Disease—what it is, how it affects men physically and emotionally, and the real-world treatment options available today. Dr. Jacomides offers a clear, compassionate explanation of how he approaches this condition with patients and what expectations should look like moving forward.This episode is packed with insight, education, and reassurance for men who want answers—and for partners who want to better understand the challenges men face. If you're looking for honest conversations and expert guidance on men's health, this is one you won't want to miss.

Michael Kramer was 19 when cancer ambushed his life. He went from surfing Florida beaches to chemo, radiation, and a bone marrow transplant that left him alive but carrying a chronic disease. He had necrosis in his knees and elbows, lost his ability to surf for years, and found himself stuck in hospitals instead of the ocean. Yet he adapted. Michael picked up a guitar, built Lego sets, led support groups, and started sharing his story on Instagram and TikTok.We talk about masculinity, identity, and what happens when the thing that defines you gets stripped away. He opens up about dating in Miami, freezing sperm at a children's hospital, awkward Uber-for-sperm moments with his brother, and how meditation became survival. Michael lost his father to cancer when he was a teen, and that grief shaped how he lives and advocates today. He is funny, grounded, and honest about the realities of survivorship in your twenties. This episode shows what resilience looks like when you refuse to walk it off and choose to speak it out loud instead.RELATED LINKSMichael Kramer on InstagramMichael Kramer on TikTokMichael and Mom Inspire on YouTubeAshlee Cramer's BookUniversity of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer CenterStupid Cancer FEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Walk It Off on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Picture this: a patient with early-stage breast cancer is sitting in front of you in the clinic. You are about to offer your expert management plan. The age-old question arises—should you really perform a sentinel lymph node biopsy, or could omission actually help this patient more? Today, we're tackling one of the hottest debates in modern breast cancer care.Should we rethink sentinel lymph node biopsy for select patients, and can skipping it actually improve quality of life without sacrificing cancer control? The stakes couldn't be higher—balancing accurate cancer staging and minimizing harm is the name of the game. Together, we're breaking down the latest evidence from the SOUND and INSEMA trials. What do these landmark studies mean for your patients, your practice, and the future of axillary management? Ready for a journal review that might just change your next consult? Hosts:- Rashmi Kumar, MD, PhDResident, University of Michigan General Surgery Residency ProgramTwitter/X: @RashmiJKumar- Melissa Pilewskie, MDAttending Breast Surgical Oncologist, Co-Director of the Weiser Family Center for Breast Cancer, Michigan Medicine Twitter/X: @MPilewskie- Stephanie Downs-Canner, MDAttending Breast Surgical Oncologist & Physician-Scientist, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Program Director of the Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship Training Program Twitter/X: @SDownsCannerLearning Objectives:- Understand when and for whom it is safe and beneficial to omit sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) in early-stage breast cancer patients.- Identify the risks associated with foregoing SLNB, including loss of nodal staging, and analyze how this impacts treatment selection and prognosis.- Review key findings from the SOUND and INSEMA trials and their influence on axillary management.- Discuss implications for adjuvant therapy, genomic profiling, and multidisciplinary clinical practice.- Recognize which patient populations should still receive SLNB, and the importance of individualized, multidisciplinary decision-making.References:- Gentilini OD, Botteri E, Sangalli C, et al. Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy vs No Axillary Surgery in Patients With Small Breast Cancer and Negative Results on Ultrasonography of Axillary Lymph Nodes: The SOUND Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Oncol. 2023;9(11):1557–1564. doi:10.1001/jamaoncol.2023.3759 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37733364/- Reimer T, Stachs A, Veselinovic K, et al. Axillary surgery in breast cancer – primary results of the INSEMA trial. 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Daniel Garza had momentum. Acting roles, directing gigs, national tours lined up. Then anal cancer stopped everything. Radiation wrecked his body, stripped him of control, and left him in diapers, staring down despair. His partner, Christian Ramirez, carried him through the darkest nights, changed his wounds, fought hospitals, and paid the price with his own health. Christian still lives with permanent damage from caregiving, but he stayed anyway.Together they talk with me about masculinity, sex, shame, friendship, and survival. They describe the friendships that vanished, the laughter that kept them alive, and the brutal reality of caregiving no one prepares you for. We get into survivor guilt, PTSD, and why even rocks need rocks. Daniel is now an actor, director, and comedian living with HIV. Christian continues to tell the unfiltered truth about what it takes to be a caregiver and stay whole. This episode gives voice to both sides of the cancer experience, the survivor and the one who stands guard. RELATED LINKSDaniel Garza IMDbDaniel Garza on InstagramDaniel Garza on FacebookChristian Ramirez on LinkedInLilmesican Productions Inc (Daniel & Christian)Stupid Cancer FEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Walk It Off on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Dr. Sanda Moldovan interviews Katrina Faux, a functional practitioner who healed her breast cancer naturally. They discuss the increasing rates of breast cancer, the importance of holistic approaches, and the role of emotional trauma in cancer development. Katrina shares her personal journey, the detoxification process, and the impact of mold and heavy metals on health. They also explore the significance of functional testing, dietary approaches, and the connection between oral health and cancer. Katrina emphasizes the need for empowerment and education for clients dealing with cancer, and she offers resources for prevention and healing. Want to see more of The Holistic Dentistry Show? Watch our episodes on YouTube! Do you have a mouth- or body-related question for Dr. Sanda? Send her a message on Instagram! Remember, you're not healthy until your mouth is healthy. So take care of it in the most natural way.  Key Takeaways: Chapters (00:00) Introduction and Personal Updates (02:59) Katrina's Journey with Breast Cancer (05:53) The Role of Emotional Trauma in Cancer (08:51) Deciding on Natural Healing Methods (11:49) Detoxification and Its Importance (14:37) Navigating Heavy Metals and Mold Exposure (17:52) Monitoring Health Post-Remission (20:50) Helping Others Through Their Cancer Journeys (23:51) Innovative Screening and Prevention Techniques (27:45) The Role of Oral Health in Cancer (29:52) Detoxification Strategies for Cancer Patients (32:52) Dietary Approaches to Cancer Treatment (35:28) Challenges in Alternative Cancer Treatments (37:47) Proactive Measures for Cancer Prevention (40:20) Resources for Cancer Patients Guest Info: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katrinafoe/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cancerfreedom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nutritional.pilates Connect With Us:  AskDrSanda | YouTube BeverlyHillsDentalHealth.com | Instagram  DrSandaMoldovan.com | Instagram  Orasana.com | Instagram  

Trevor Maxwell lived the archetype of masculinity in rural Maine. Big, strong, splitting wood, raising kids, and carrying the load. Then cancer ripped that script apart. In 2018 he was bedridden, emasculated, ashamed, and convinced his family would be better off without him. His wife refused to let him disappear. That moment forced Trevor to face his depression, get help, and rebuild himself. Out of that came Man Up To Cancer, now the largest community for men with cancer, a place where men stop pretending they are bulletproof and start being honest with each other.Eric Charsky joins the conversation. A veteran with five cancers, forty-nine surgeries, and the scars to prove it, Eric lays out what happens when the military's invincible mindset collides with mortality. Together, we talk masculinity, vulnerability, sex, shame, and survival. This episode is blunt, raw, and overdue.RELATED LINKSMan Up To CancerTrevor Maxwell on LinkedInDempsey CenterEric Charsky on LinkedInStupid Cancer FEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Walk It Off on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do we find the "heart" of survivorship? In this 2025 recap of Navigating Cancer TOGETHER, we explore the most impactful cancer survivor stories of the year and share essential support for caregivers and patients. Host Talaya Dendy reflects on a landmark year for the show, providing a vulnerable 2025 cancer recap that balances professional milestones with her own personal 14-year health and survivorship journey.Whether you are navigating life after cancer or are currently in the thick of treatment, this episode offers a roadmap for the road ahead. We dive into the most-listened-to stories of the year, from prostate cancer awareness and men's health to the "Choosing Flat" movement and why these patient and survivor-led voices are the true heartbeat of the cancer community.Stop navigating alone. Join us!✨Episode Highlights:00:07:11 The Top Stories of 2025: Prostate Cancer Awareness & Choosing Flat00:10:17 Breaking the Silence: The Importance of Black Men's Voices in Cancer00:16:21 The 4:00 AM "Insomnia Club"00:24:23 Talaya's Favorite Moment: "What's at the Heart of Survivorship?00:32:14 14 Years NED & "Graduating" OncologyTranscript: https://bit.ly/podscript179Playlist: https://podcast.ausha.co/navigatingcancertogether/playlist/best-of-2025Connect & Engage with Talaya: https://solo.to/cancerdoula

The most anticipated annual tradition on Out of Patients returns with the 2025 Holiday Podcast Spectacular starring Matthew's twins Koby and Hannah. Now 15 and a half and deep into sophomore year, the twins deliver another unfiltered year end recap that longtime listeners wait for every December. What began as a novelty in 2018 has become a time capsule of adolescence, parenting, and how fast childhood burns off.This year's recap covers real moments from 2025 A subway ride home with a bloodied face after running full speed into that tree that grows in Brooklyn. Broadway obsessions fueled by James Madison High School's Roundabout Youth Ensemble access, including Chess, & Juliet, Good Night and Good Luck, and Pirates of Penzance holding court on Broadway. A Disneylanmd trip where the Millennium Falcon triggered a full system reboot. A New York Auto Show pilgrimage capped by a Bugatti sighting. All the things.The twins talk school pressure, AP classes, learner permit anxiety, pop culture fixation, musical theater devotion, and the strange clarity that comes with turning 15. The humor stays sharp, the details stay specific, and the passage of time stays undefeated. This episode lands where the show works best: family, honesty, and letting young people speak for themselves.FEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode originally dropped in October, 2024Dr. Dawn Mussallem joins Rip for an enlightening discussion on the vital role of personalized precision lifestyle medicine in breast cancer prevention and recovery. They dive deep into the importance of nutrition, emphasizing whole food plant-based diets, supplements, and the power of social connections in enhancing health outcomes. Dr. Mussallem shares her insights on various supplements, including the benefits and risks associated with Vitamins D, B12, and the impact of iron during cancer therapies, alongside the benefits of herbs and spices like turmeric and ginger in supporting overall health. The conversation also highlights the significance of sleep hygiene, social connections, and managing stress. While there is no "one size fits all" approach to cancer treatment and recovery, this episode aims to empower listeners to ask questions, seek knowledgable physicians, and prioritize overall physical and emotional health in their recovery.Register for our 2026 April Black Mountain, NC retreat - from now until January 10th, 2026, use code PODCAST for $300 offListen to Part 1 of this Podcast SeriesEpisode WebpageWatch the Episode on YouTube

Jason Gilley walked into adulthood with a fastball, a college roster spot, and a head of curls that deserved its own agent. Cancer crashed that party and took him on a tour of chemo chairs, pediatric wards, metal taste, numb legs, PTSD, and the kind of late night panic that rewires a kid before he even knows who he is.I sat with him in the studio and heard a story I know in my bones. He grew up fast. He learned how to stare down mortality at nineteen. He found anchors in baseball, therapy, and the strange friendships cancer hands you when it tears your plans apart. He owns the fear and the humor without slogans or shortcuts. Listeners will meet a young man who refuses to let cancer shrink his world. He fights for the life he wants. He names the truth without apology. He reminds us that survivorship stays messy and sacred at the same time. This conversation will stay with you.RELATED LINKS• Jason Gilley on IG• Athletek Baseball Podcast• EMDR information• Children's Healthcare of AtlantaFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I speak with Dr. Henning Saupe about how Pulse Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy is used in cancer care and health optimization.We discuss how PEMF works at a cellular level, its role in mitochondrial function, the differences between low- and high-intensity devices, key contraindications, and how PEMF is applied in real-world oncology protocols.Dr. Henning Saupe can be found here:Website -https://www.arcadia-praxisklinik.de/en/Timestamps:00:00 INTRO01:32 How PEMF can help in cancer diagnosis08:25 How PEMF works12:32 Cancer and mitochondria17:27 Contraindications for PEMF therapy18:46 Intensity differences between PEMF devices29:00 Benefits of high-intensity PEMF devices for cancer patients35:09 Are low-intensity PEMF devices effective?36:55 Dr. Henning Saupe's clinic for cancer patientsDISCLAIMER: All content posted on this channel is for informational purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast disclaims responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. Opinions of guests are their own, and this podcast does not accept responsibility for statements made by guests. This podcast does not make any representations or warranties about guests' qualifications or credibility. Individuals on this podcast may have a direct or non-direct interest in products or services referred to herein. If you think you have a medical problem, consult a licensed physician.

In this Season One finale, host Talaya Dendy celebrates the milestone of completing The Healing Pen and a Mic Companion podcast. Reflecting on the live October workshop, Talaya shares why she has decided to keep her signature 5-hour "deep dive" format and how journaling serves as a vital tool for movement, not just reflection. This episode features moving testimonials from participants and a first look at the evolving future of the program for 2026 .Support Our Mission / Partner With Us:Bring Healing to Your Community: Interested in hosting The Healing Pen and a Mic workshop in your city or organization? We'd love to partner with you!Sponsor Future Workshops: Help us continue offering these much-needed, workshops to the cancer community.For partnership or sponsorship inquiries, please email us at nctpodcastfan@gmail.com.

Dr. Marissa Russo trained to become a cancer biologist. She spent four years studying one of the deadliest brain tumors in adults and built her entire research career around a simple, urgent goal: open her own lab and improve the odds for patients with almost no shot at survival. In 2024 she applied for an F31 diversity grant through the NIH. The reviewers liked her work. Her resubmission was strong. Then the grant system started glitching. Dates vanished. Study sections disappeared. Emails went silent. When she finally reached a program officer, the message was clear: scrub the DEI language, withdraw, and resubmit. She rewrote the application in ten days. It failed. She had to start over. Again. This time with her identity erased.Marissa left the lab. She found new purpose as a science communicator, working at STAT News through the AAAS Mass Media Fellowship. Her story captures what happens when talent collides with institutional sabotage. Not every scientist gets to choose a Plan B. She made hers count.RELATED LINKSMarissa Russo at STAT NewsNIH F31 grant story in STATAAAS Mass Media FellowshipContact Marissa RussoFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of The Cancer Caregiver Podcast, host Charlotte Bayala speaks with Samira Daswani, founder and CEO of Manta Cares, about her journey from cancer patient to healthcare innovator.Samira shares how navigating her own diagnosis exposed the emotional and logistical gaps in oncology care gaps that patients and caregivers are often expected to manage on their own. The conversation explores patient-first design, the role of caregivers in treatment decision-making, cultural barriers to cancer communication, and how better navigation tools can reduce overwhelm during an already fragile time.This episode highlights the often unseen burden carried by caregivers and patients alike, and why empowering people with timely, accessible information can change how they experience cancer care.Find Samira at www.mantacares.com

In this episode of Navigating Cancer TOGETHER, host Talaya Dendy welcomes back award-winning journalist, poet, and two-time cancer survivor Annamaria Scaccia. Annamaria shares her powerful story of surviving both kidney and thyroid cancer by age 40 and how she is transforming her life through bodybuilding and advocacy. They discuss the psychological power of strength training, the challenges of managing rare cancer types, how cancer impacts relationships, and the importance of self-awareness in the healing process. Tune in to discover how physical discipline, raw truth, and giving yourself grace can help you reclaim your power and navigate the complex emotional landscape of long-term survivorship.✨Episode Highlights:00:02:32 Annamaria's Origin Story00:05:39 Transitioning from Kickboxing to Bodybuilding after a Kidney Cancer Diagnosis00:09:18 Bodybuilding for Healing and Trauma Recovery00:17:45 Self-Awareness and the Truth of the Iron00:20:50 Navigating a Second Cancer Diagnosis00:27:41 Addressing Multiple Primary Cancers Transcript: https://bit.ly/podscript178Connect & Engage with Annamaria:Links: https://linktr.ee/gotchascaccia?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=e18723c7-b1a1-4be2-9794-507317879f6cInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gotchascaccia/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annamariascaccia/Podcast: https://www.kidneycancer.org/podcast/National Cancer Survivor Month Episode: https://youtu.be/JlET8Ljujiw?si=f1_b4aAJ_rkTopk2Join the Community: Looking for a safe space to share your raw truth? Join the waitlist for the Navigating Cancer TOGETHER Cancer Community Forum. Connect with others in a private, supportive environment completely free from the noise and distractions of social media. Be the first to know when we open: https://www.ontheotherside.life/forum-waitlistSponsor: This episode is brought to you by On the Other Side. Thank you for your support! It helps to bring these critical conversations to life.Hosted, Produced, Written, and Edited by: Talaya DendyDisclaimer: The information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only and SHOULD NOT be used as a substitute for sound professional medical advice, evaluation, or care from your physician or other qualified health care provider.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Scott Capozza and I could have been cloned in a bad lab experiment. Both diagnosed with cancer in our early twenties. Both raised on dial-up and mixtapes. Both now boy-girl twin dads with speech-therapist wives and a lifelong grudge against insurance companies. Scott is the first and only full-time oncology physical therapist at Yale New Haven Health, which means if he catches a cold, cancer rehab in Connecticut flatlines. He's part of a small, stubborn tribe of providers who believe movement belongs in cancer care, not just after it. We talked about sperm banking in the nineties, marathon training during chemo, and what it means to be told you're “otherwise healthy” when your lungs, ears, and fertility disagree. Scott's proof that survivorship is not a finish line. It's an endurance event with no medals, just perspective.RELATED LINKSScott Capozza on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-capozza-a68873257Yale New Haven Health: https://www.ynhh.orgExercising Through Cancer: https://www.exercisingthroughcancer.com/team/scott-capozza-pt-msptProfiles in Survivorship – Yale Medicine: https://medicine.yale.edu/news-article/profiles-in-survivorship-scott-capozzaFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this powerful episode of the Healing Pen and a Mic companion podcast, host Talaya Dendy sits down with Lisa Beckendorf, a celebrated cancer survivor and patient advocate.Lisa shares her personal journey through multiple cancer diagnoses and the pivotal moment she transitioned from a career in commercial real estate to full-time advocacy. Initially asking, "Why me?", she realized her experience was a powerful way to give back to the cancer community.This conversation dives into the transformative impact of journaling and storytelling in the healing process. Lisa highlights how the practice, central to the Healing Pen and a Mic Workshop offers emotional release, fosters deep community connections, and is a critical tool for personal growth.Whether you are navigating a diagnosis, supporting a loved one, or seeking to turn your personal story into powerful action, this episode offers invaluable insights on finding solace, strength, and purpose through writing and community.Support Our Mission / Partner With Us:Bring Healing to Your Community: Interested in hosting The Healing Pen and a Mic workshop in your city or organization? We'd love to partner with you!Sponsor Future Workshops: Help us continue offering these much-needed, workshops to the cancer community.For partnership or sponsorship inquiries, please email us at nctpodcastfan@gmail.com.

What if the biggest gap in cancer care isn't the treatment but what happens before and after? In this episode of ReInvent Healthcare, Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo is joined by Dr. Nalini Chilkov, founder of the American Institute of Integrative Oncology Research and Education (aiioRE.com), to explore how functional practitioners can fill the urgent void left by conventional oncology.Discover why building a body where cancer cannot thrive is essential, whether your client is recovering from treatment, living with cancer long-term, or wants to prevent recurrence. From terrain restoration and tumor microenvironment to nutrient repletion, blood viscosity, immune modulation, and glycemic control, this episode uncovers clinical strategies every practitioner needs to know to better support cancer patients and survivors.What's Inside This Episode?The distinction between the “disease team” and the “health team” and why both are vitalWhy the tumor microenvironment and terrain may matter more than the tumor itselfThe blood markers that reveal hidden risks that are often missed by oncologistsHow glycemic control and inflammation increase cancer recurrence by up to 40%The often missed danger of fibrin clots in cancer patients (and what to do about it)Why many patients develop autoimmune disease after immunotherapy and how to modulate without overstimulationPractical tips to rebuild the microbiome and blood-brain barrier post-treatmentA new way to think about melatonin, vitamin A, zinc, and omega-3s in cancer supportHow to talk to oncologists and position yourself as an essential part of the care teamWhy terrain restoration and functional support matter most after cancer treatment endsResources and Links:Download our FREE Metabolic Health Guide hereJoin the Next-Level Health Practitioner Facebook group here for free resources and community supportVisit INEMethod.com for advanced practitioner training and tools to elevate your clinical skillsCheck out other podcast episodes hereGuest Resources and LinksVisit OutsmartCancer.com for free recipes, educational tools, and the Outsmart Cancer Roadmap (coming soon)Practitioner training and professional resources at aiioRE.comChilkov Clinic - NaliniChilkov.com Social Media:Facebook: facebook.com/DrNaliniInstagram: instagram.com/drnalinichilkov/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nalinichilkovGuest BioDr. Nalini Chilkov is a leading authority and pioneer in the field of Integrative Cancer Care, cancer prevention, and immune enhancement. She is the Founder of the American Institute of Integrative Oncology Research & Education and creator of the OutSmart Cancer System teaching...

Dr. MaryAnn Wilbur trained her whole life to care for patients, then left medicine behind when it became a machine that punished empathy and rewarded throughput. She didn't burn out. She got out. A gynecologic oncologist, public health researcher, and no-bullshit single mom, MaryAnn walked straight off the cliff her career breadcrumbed her to—and lived to write the book.In this episode, we talk about what happens when doctors are forced to choose between their ethics and their employment, why medicine now operates like a low-resource war zone, and how the system breaks the very people it claims to elevate. We cover moral injury, medical gaslighting, and why she refused to lie on surgical charts just to boost hospital revenue.Her escape plan? Tell the truth, organize the exodus, and build something that actually works. If you've ever wondered why your doctor disappeared, this is your answer. If you're a clinician hiding your own suffering, this is your permission slip.RELATED LINKSMaryAnn Wilbur on LinkedInMedicine ForwardClinician Burnout FoundationThe Doctor Is No Longer In (Book)Suck It Up, Buttercup (Documentary)FEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this powerful and heart-centered episode, Talaya Dendy welcomes Jennifer Schultz, a four-time melanoma survivor, university professor of public speaking, and passionate advocate.Recorded live during The Healing Pen and a Mic Journaling Workshop at the Mali Center in St. Paul, Jenn shares the intimate reality of her 10-year battle with recurrent cancer and her journey into survivorship. Drawing from her personal experience and professional expertise, Jenn offers hope, discussing how she found safety, community, and solace not only through support groups but also by harnessing the transformative impact of journaling.Tune in for Jenn's inspiring story and her dedication to educating and empowering cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. This episode is filled with invaluable life lessons and a strong sense of community.Support Our Mission / Partner With Us:Bring Healing to Your Community: Interested in hosting The Healing Pen and a Mic workshop in your city or organization? We'd love to partner with you!Sponsor Future Workshops: Help us continue offering these much-needed, workshops to the cancer community.For partnership or sponsorship inquiries, please email us at nctpodcastfan@gmail.com.

Episode 5 of Standard Deviation with Oliver Bogler on the Out of Patients podcast feed pulls you straight into the story of Dr Ethan Moitra, a psychologist who fights for LGBTQ mental health while the system throws every obstacle it can find at him.Ethan built a study that tracked how COVID 19 tore through an already vulnerable community. He secured an NIH grant. He built a team. He reached 180 participants. Then he opened an email on a Saturday and learned that Washington had erased his work with one sentence about taxpayer priorities. The funding vanished. The timeline collapsed. His team scattered. Participants who trusted him sat in limbo.A federal court eventually forced the government to reinstate the grant, but the damage stayed baked into the process. Ethan had to push through months of paperwork while his university kept the original deadline as if the shutdown had not happened. The system handed him a win that felt like a warning.I brought Ethan on because his story shows how politics reaches into science and punishes the people who serve communities already carrying too much trauma. His honesty lands hard because he names the fear now spreading across academia and how young scientists question whether they can afford to care about the wrong population.You will hear what this ordeal did to him, what it cost his team, and why he refuses to walk away.RELATED LINKSFaculty PageNIH Grant DetailsScientific PresentationBoston Globe CoverageFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join host Talaya Dendy on Navigating Cancer TOGETHER for another inspiring conversation with the truly remarkable Wenora Johnson.Wenora is a three-time cancer survivor (colorectal, endometrial, and basal cell carcinoma) and a passionate patient and research advocate. In this episode, she shares her incredible, decades-long journey and how her background in the Navy instilled the grit and discipline she needed to face these health challenges.What You'll Learn:Lynch Syndrome & Genetic Testing: Wenora discusses the pivotal role that genetic testing and the discovery of Lynch syndrome played in her early detection and survival. This segment is a must-listen for anyone considering testing.The Power of Policy Change: Hear about Wenora's dedicated work in patient advocacy, including her efforts to push for policy changes that would lower the recommended age for initial colonoscopies.Self-Advocacy & Resilience: Get real-world advice on how to stand up for yourself in the healthcare system and how Wenora harnessed her inner resilience to overcome multiple diagnoses.Caregiving Insights: The conversation touches on the often-overlooked challenges and realities faced by caregivers.Whether you are a patient, a caregiver, or simply looking for a story of extraordinary determination, Wenora's insights and message of hope are invaluable. Don't miss this episode!✨Episode Highlights:02:12 Meet Wenora Johnson: A Three-Time Survivor06:22 The Impact of Lynch Syndrome on Her Journey10:08 Why Genetic Testing Is So Important16:04 Fighting for Change: Advocacy and Policy33:00 Understanding Caregiving Challenges36:19 Tips for Self-Advocacy and Building Resilience43:19 Wenora's Final Thoughts and Resources (FORCE)Transcript: https://bit.ly/podscript177Resource: FORCE, https://www.facingourrisk.org/about-usInspired by Wenora's resilience? Start your journey with calm. Download your FREE Guided Meditation: "Calming Your Mind After a Cancer Diagnosis." Get inner peace now! https://www.ontheotherside.life/guidedmeditation

Chelsea J. Smith walks into a studio and suddenly I feel like a smurf. She's six-foot-three of sharp humor, dancer's poise, and radioactive charm. A working actor and thyroid cancer survivor, Chelsea is the kind of guest who laughs while dropping truth bombs about what it means to be told you're “lucky” to have the “good cancer.” We talk about turning trauma into art, how Shakespeare saved her sanity during the pandemic, and why bartending might be the best acting class money can't buy. She drops the polite bullshit, dismantles survivor guilt with punchline precision, and reminds every listener that grace and rage can live in the same body. If you've ever been told to “walk it off” while your body betrayed you, this one hits close.RELATED LINKS• Chelsea J. Smith Website• Chelsea on Instagram• Chelsea on Backstage• Chelsea on YouTube• Cancer Hope Network• Artichokes and Grace – Book by Chelsea's motherFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if the right kind of water during a fast could supercharge your mitochondria and accelerate healing?Dr. Katie sits down with Dr. Petra Davelaar, a naturopathic doctor who's making waves in the world of metabolic health with her research on deuterium depleted water. If you've never heard of deuterium, you're not alone. This heavy isotope of hydrogen exists in every glass of water you drink, and when it builds up in your cells, it can throw off your mitochondrial function and create the perfect conditions for illness to take hold. Turns out, drinking regular water during a prolonged fast might actually be counterproductive because you're loading your system with deuterium at exactly the wrong time. Dr. Davelaar breaks down the science in a way that finally makes sense, explaining why this tiny subatomic difference matters more than most people realize.Chapters:05:30 - When Your Mitochondria Hit The Brakes07:17 - The Hidden Traffic System Around Every Cell10:04 - The Threshold Where Health Starts To Slip13:00 - Why Fat Fueled Diets Change Everything16:21 - The Water That Supercharges Healing18:13 - Surprising Anti Cancer Effects In The Research21:11 - The Survival Data No One Talks About24:24 - Clearing The Biggest Block To Recovery33:37 - How Sunlight Turns On Your Energy Dr. Davelaar shares data from 32 years of clinical use showing that people who cycle deuterium depleted water alongside their treatment see their life expectancy increase by three to five times compared to standard care alone.  Dr. Davelaar connects the dots between deuterium, sunlight exposure, and  ketogenic eating. She explains why your morning sunlight matters for burning fat, why sunglasses might be working against you, and how eating local, seasonal foods naturally keeps your deuterium levels in check. Plus, she walks you through testing your own levels, how to use deuterium depleted water safely, and why this might be one of the most cost-effective interventions you've been overlooking.Access the FREE Water Fasting Masterclass Now: https://www.katiedeming.com/the-healing-power-of-fasting/ Transform your hydration with the system that delivers filtered, mineralized, and structured water all in one. Spring Aqua System: https://springaqua.info/drkatieMORE FROM KATIE DEMING M.D. Work with Dr. Katie: www.katiedeming.com 6 Pillars of Healing Cancer Workshop Series - Click Here to Enroll Follow Dr. Katie Deming on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiedemingmd/ Email: INFO@KATIEDEMING.COM Please Support the Show Share this episode with a friend or family member Give a Review on Spotify Give a Review on Apple Podcast Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5LplU70TE9i01tW_7Tozi8b6X6rGBKA2&si=ZXLy5PjM7daD6AV5 DISCLAIMER: The Born to Heal Podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for seeking professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual medical histories are unique; therefore, this episode should not be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease without consulting your healthcare provider.

Leigh Ann and Kelly discuss the nuanced differences between soul care and self-care, especially during the holiday season. They explore how traditional self-care routines can sometimes become just another item on the to-do list, losing their emotional nourishment. The conversation emphasizes the importance of soul care, which often involves unproductive yet deeply fulfilling activities that nourish the spirit. Leigh Ann shares personal insights and practices, such as journaling and mindful walks, to illustrate how small, intentional actions can provide significant soul nourishment. The episode also offers practical advice for navigating holiday stress, setting boundaries, and finding joy in everyday moments. Leigh Ann and Kelly encourage listeners to reassess their holiday traditions, identify misalignments, and make small changes to create a more authentic and nourishing holiday experience.Product Discount Codes + Links2025 Holistic Holiday Gift Guide: HereHerbal Face Food: Website (Discount Code: LAL30)Prolon Fast-Mimicking Program: Website (Discount Link Gives 25% off) Healing Alchemy Membership: Learn MoreWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipRelated EpisodesPodcast Ep. 200: Leigh Ann Lindsey - What I've Learned After 200 Episodes!Podcast Ep. 176: Leigh Ann Lindsey - How I Work with Cancer Patients to Address Emotional Root Causes to Disease Connect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube

Welcome to the Healing Pen and a Mic Companion Podcast! In this powerful introductory episode, join Talaya Dendy, a 14-year cancer thriver, cancer doula, and compassionate facilitator, as she unveils the vision behind The Healing Pen and a Mic.Discover the transformative power of combining journaling and storytelling (through podcasting) as a path to healing within the cancer community. Talaya sets the stage for her unique Journaling & Podcast Workshop, emphasizing the importance of emotional exploration, giving voice to your story, and finding authentic connection when navigating the uncertainties of a cancer journey, including survivorship post-treatment.This episode offers a glimpse into the workshop's impact, inviting you into the welcoming, supportive space at The Mali Center in St. Paul, MN. You'll gain insights into how this initiative helps foster emotional comfort, spiritual peace, and resilience, drawing inspiration from the brave voices of cancer survivors, patients, and caregivers.Support Our Mission / Partner With Us:Bring Healing to Your Community: Interested in hosting The Healing Pen and a Mic workshop in your city or organization? We'd love to partner with you!Sponsor Future Workshops: Help us continue offering these vital, free workshops to the cancer community.For partnership or sponsorship inquiries, please email us at nctpodcastfan@gmail.com.

Welcome back to The Healing Pen and a Mic Companion Podcast! In the second episode, Talaya Dendy sits down with Donya Dawson, a courageous cancer survivor, proud member of the Rondo community, and dedicated public servant with the State of Minnesota.Live from the Mali Center in St. Paul, Donya shares her transformative journey of healing and empowerment following her breast cancer diagnosis. Donya discusses how her experience ignited a belief in creating spaces for connection, healing, and encouragement, a value deeply embedded in her work. Tune in to hear Donya's inspiring story, learn the benefits of journaling for emotional healing, and discover the importance of support systems and resources for those navigating their own health challenges. Her work is grounded in the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to reach their next level of leadership, and she embodies the value of paying it forward. whether by making connections, offering help, or asking for support because true strength is built in community. Whether you're on a healing journey or supporting someone who is, this episode offers hope, inspiration, and tips on harnessing the power of words for well-being.Support Our Mission / Partner With Us:Bring Healing to Your Community: Interested in hosting The Healing Pen and a Mic workshop in your city or organization? We'd love to partner with you!Sponsor Future Workshops: Help us continue offering these much-needed, workshops to the cancer community.For partnership or sponsorship inquiries, please email us at nctpodcastfan@gmail.com.

When Julia Stalder heard the words ductal carcinoma in situ, she was told she had the “best kind of breast cancer.” Which is like saying you got hit by the nicest bus. Julia's a lawyer turned mediator who now runs DCIS Understood, a new nonprofit born out of her own diagnosis. Instead of panicking and letting the system chew her up, she asked questions the industry would rather avoid. Why do women lose breasts for conditions that may never become invasive? Why is prostate cancer allowed patience while breast cancer gets the knife? We talked about doctors' fear of uncertainty, the epidemic of overtreatment, and what happens when you build a movement while still in the waiting room. Funny, fierce, unfiltered—this one sticks.RELATED LINKS• DCIS Understood• Stalder Mediation• Julia's story in CURE Today• PreludeDx DCISionRT feature• Julia on LinkedInFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Rachel Gatlin entered neuroscience with curiosity and optimism. Then came chaos. She started her PhD at the University of Utah in March 2020—right as the world shut down. Her lab barely existed. Her advisor was on leave. Her project focused on isolation stress in mice, and then every human on earth became her control group. Rachel fought through supply shortages, grant freezes, and the brutal postdoc job market that treats scientists like disposable parts. When her first offer vanished under a hiring freeze, she doubled down, rewrote her plan, and won her own NIH training grant. Her story is about survival in the most literal sense—how to keep your brain intact when the system built to train you keeps collapsing.RELATED LINKS• Dr. Rachel Gatlin on LinkedIn• Dr. Gatlin's Paper Preprint• Dr. Eric Nestler on Wikipedia• News Coverage: Class of 2025 – PhD Students Redefine PrioritiesFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

EPISODE DESCRIPTIONBefore she was raising millions to preserve fertility for cancer patients, Tracy Weiss was filming reenactments in her apartment for the Maury Povich Show using her grandmother's china. Her origin story includes Jerry Springer, cervical cancer, and a full-body allergic reaction to bullshit. Now, she's Executive Director of The Chick Mission, where she weaponizes sarcasm, spreadsheets, and the rage of every woman who's ever been told “you're fine” while actively bleeding out in a one-stall office bathroom.We get into all of it. The diagnosis. The misdiagnosis. The second opinion that saved her life. Why fertility preservation is still a luxury item. Why half of oncologists still don't mention it. And what it takes to turn permission to be pissed into a platform that actually pays for women's futures.This episode is blunt, hilarious, and very Jewish. There's chopped liver, Carrie Bradshaw slander, and more than one “fuck you” to the status quo. You've been warned.RELATED LINKSThe Chick MissionTracy Weiss on LinkedInFertility Preservation Interview (Dr. Aimee Podcast)Tracy's Story in Authority MagazineNBC DFW FeatureStork'd Podcast EpisodeNuDetroit ProfileChick Mission 2024 Gala RecapFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.