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In cancer, biomarkers are features of the tumor, such as a genetic mutation or the presence of a certain protein. These biomarkers affect how the cancer behaves. Doctors use the results of biomarker testing to make treatment recommendations. Several organizations, including the American Cancer Society and the LUNGevity Foundation, through the No One Missed campaign, are working to pass laws to require insurance coverage for biomarker testing for people with cancer. Joanna Fawzy Doran, CEO of Triage Cancer, discusses some of the issues people face getting biomarker testing covered by insurance and how the new laws are helping. Listen to the episode to hear Joanna talk about: which biomarker tests are less likely to be covered by insurance the insurance plans the laws do and don't apply to the options people have when a health insurance carrier denies coverage for a biomarker test deemed necessary by a doctor
In this episode, we explore the invaluable services provided by Triage Cancer, an organization dedicated to helping individuals navigate the practical aspects of a cancer diagnosis. Our guest, Joanna Doran, walks us through the extensive resources available on their website, offering a clear and easy-to-follow guide to finding the information that supports your needs. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional, this episode will provide you with essential tools to manage the challenges of cancer more effectively. Triage Cancer Website-https://triagecancer.org/ Triage Cancer Facebook Page-https://www.facebook.com/TriageCancer
DeDe Drake of Michigan was a mother of a toddler when she was diagnosed with Triple Negative breast cancer at 39. In this episode DeDe reads her essay “Mama” from Wildfire Magazine's 2024 “Family” issue. DeDe's story is about being in the middle between parenting her young daughter and needing the loving support of her own mom - all under one roof. April and DeDe will talk about the transformation of DeDe's relationship with her mom through cancer, the vulnerability in asking for and accepting help, and the ways people can be specifically proactive when showing up to support. They will also discuss the reckoning and grief in the aftermath of treatment. More about our episode sponsor Triage Cancer: https://triagecancer.org/Purchase the “Family” issue of Wildfire Magazine: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/shop/p/family24Listen to more episodes from the “Family” issue: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/118270c8-979b-466f-8b7a-53d025106a08/Buy the Wildfire book Igniting the Fire Within: Stories of Healing, Hope & Humor, Inside Today's Young Breast Cancer Community: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJVJ629F?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860Get the free Wildfire “Hot Flashes” email newsletter: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/newsletter?rq=newsletterLearn about Wildfire writing workshops: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/workshopsShop Wildfire merch & more: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/shop*Free* Get Wildfire and The Burn freebies here: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/freeMore about Wildfire Magazine: https://www.wildfirecommunity.orghttps://www.instagram.com/wildfire_bc_magazine/https://www.facebook.com/wildfirecommunityInformation on submitting your story for consideration to be published in Wildfire Magazine: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/submissions
Julia D. Pereira is a psychologist and artist who was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) at 32. In this episode Julia reads her essay “Asymmetry” from Wildfire Magazine's 2024 “Queer” issue. Julia writes beautifully about the theme of uncertainty. April and Julia will talk about magic caught in moments of uncertainty, finding strength in the unknown, and making important decisions with agency. They will also discuss finding a space to connect in breast cancer when you are queer. More about Julia: https://magicofthewild.substack.com/More about our episode sponsor Triage Cancer: https://triagecancer.org/Listen to more episodes from the “Queer” issue: Stay Visible with Stephanie Milletthttps://player.captivate.fm/episode/bf5a9ce5-4858-43b1-88ff-d4b00cb8623c/Purchase the “Queer” issue of Wildfire Magazine: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/shop/p/queerincancerland24Buy the Wildfire book Igniting the Fire Within: Stories of Healing, Hope & Humor, Inside Today's Young Breast Cancer Community: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJVJ629F?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860Get the free Wildfire “Hot Flashes” email newsletter: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/newsletter?rq=newsletterLearn about Wildfire writing workshops: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/workshopsShop Wildfire merch & more: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/shop*Free* Get Wildfire and The Burn freebies here: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/freeMore about Wildfire Magazine: https://www.wildfirecommunity.orghttps://www.instagram.com/wildfire_bc_magazine/https://www.facebook.com/wildfirecommunityInformation on submitting your story for consideration to be published in Wildfire Magazine: https://www.wildfirecommunity.org/submissions
Today's guest is Renee' Herman. She has been a nurse for over 40 years and has spent the last 6 as a Nurse Navigator for breast cancer patients. She was also diagnosed with breast cancer this past December.We talk all about what nurse navigators do, how important they are during cancer care, and the blessing of their support and care at diagnosis, throughout the treatment journey, and also into survivorship. Renee' gave lots of resources throughout our conversation. Here are a few:National Cancer Institute: https://www.cancer.gov/American Cancer Society: https://www.cancer.org/https://www.breastcancer.org/Triage Cancer: https://triagecancer.org/National Comprehensive Cancer Network: https://www.nccn.org/Each state should have its own cancer coalition. Here is the link for the Colorado Cancer Coalition: https://www.coloradocancercoalition.org/ You can Google Cancer Coalition for your own stateThe book she gives to all her patients is The Breast Cancer Treatment Handbook by Judy Kneece. You can order it here: https://www.amazon.com/Breast-Cancer-Treatment-Handbook-10th/dp/1886665176You can reach Renee' at Please let me know any takeaways you've gotten from this episode or any other. I want to hear from you!! You can reach me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/melissagrosboll/, email me at drmelissgrosboll@gmail.com, or text me at 720-201-4292.
In this episode of Cervivor Podcast, we delve into the critical intersection of cancer, legal rights, and insurance with Joanna Doran from Triage Cancer. Starting with an introduction to Triage Cancer, Joanna sheds light on the various legal issues that individuals facing cancer may encounter including how to discuss your concerns with your employer. From there, we explore specific ways Triage Cancer offers support, including events, materials, and their invaluable Legal & Financial Navigation Program. Joanna also provides insights into navigating the financial aspects of cervical cancer, discussing the complexities of dealing with insurance, from prior authorizations to appealing denials, and offers practical advice on handling medical bills.Tune in to this episode for essential guidance on navigating the legal and financial maze of cancer care. For more information on the resources mentioned in the episode: Triage Health is https://TriageHealth.org and Triage Cancer is https://TriageCancer.org. About the Guests: Janice Le-Nguyen is an HPV cervical cancer survivor, diagnosed with stage 1A2 more than 3 years ago on April Fool's Day. She is located in Henderson, Nevada, and currently works as a Systems Analyst with a good rapport with faculty, staff, and students at the state college. Janice has raised awareness for self-care, putting your health first, and advocating for listening to your body on and off campus. Janice wanted to come to the Communities of Color Retreat to learn more about providing a voice for Vietnamese-Americans and the Asian-American and Pacific Islander populations, who culturally tend to be silent about their health disparities. She is hoping to gain skills and ideas to raise awareness for the API population who may deter themselves from seeking treatment because of cultural taboos. Julie Mason Groob is a cervical and vaginal cancer survivor, living with persistent HPV, a diagnosis that began in 2012 shortly after her 27th birthday. Battling non-invasive and invasive cancer for over a decade has led Julie to tell her story and position herself as an advocate for HPV vaccinations and early-detection cancer screenings. She also volunteers as a Patient Educator with the Pathways Program in New Jersey, helping to educate early-career doctors and nurses about the cancer patient experience. Professionally, Julie has worked in performing arts administration in New York for 20 years. She currently serves as the Vice President & Chief Operating Officer at the New York City Center and previously, was a Production Manager at Radio City Music Hall and New York Theater Workshop. In the years between her cervical and vaginal cancer diagnosis, Julie ran the NYC Marathon twice with Fred's Team, raising funds for Gynecologic Cancer Research. She enjoys traveling, karaoke, fitness, and has just taken up tap dancing! Julie lives in South Orange, NJ with her husband, Kevin and their pug, Seymour. Joanna Fawzy Doran, Esq. is a prominent cancer rights attorney, author, and CEO of Triage Cancer, a national nonprofit providing free education on practical and legal issues for individuals and caregivers dealing with cancer. With nearly thirty years of experience, she has taught extensively on cancer rights law, authored pioneering books and chapters, and presented over a thousand seminars across the country. Ms. Doran has also played pivotal roles on various cancer community committees and boards, receiving multiple awards for her legislative advocacy and service. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from UCLA and a Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School Los Angeles. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cervivor/support
In part 2 of my new series, Breast Cancer 101, Monica Fawzy Bryant, Esq. Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder of Triage Cancer and Triage Health discusses the financial perils of a cancer or other life-threatening illness. Triage Cancer is a national, nonprofit organization that provides free education on the legal and practical issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers, through events, materials, and resources. Because these all apply to everyone, Triage Health, was established to encourage anybody looking for financial, estate and insurance planning to visit the site for information. We talked about the parts of a diagnosis that doesn't come up in the doctor's office, employment, insurance coverage and personal finances; all can impact your care. Just as you are advised to gather all of your medical information about treatment, doctors and hospitals, you should also collect your insurance policies, job leave policies and income sources. Make sure that your treatment plan is covered by your insurance, look beyond your doctor and hospital, also consider labs, imaging, infusion sites and other providers. Are they covered? She discussed job protections, noting many want or need to continue working during treatment. Disclosing a diagnosis is a personal decision, but there are job protections in the Affordable Care Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act for employees at larger companies or at government jobs. Ms Bryant also encourages everyone – from age 18 on – to have an estate plan. It's a fact of life, she notes, we all will eventually pass. Having a plan for your healthcare decisions and your estate should be a priority for us all. Triage offers worksheets and forms for all fifty states to help with the process. While planning ahead for a life-threatening or chronic disease is difficult, she advises us to consider total costs when choosing insurance, instead of choosing only by the monthly cost, look for the lowest yearly cost by adding the monthly premiums and the maximum out-of-pocket cost. While the ACA is not comprehensive, it does prevent you from being denied coverage based on pre-existing conditions so you can shop around at enrollment time. Triage Cancer's free educational materials can help you navigate legal and practical issues that arise after a cancer diagnosis like health insurance, finances, disability insurance, work and cancer, estate planning, and more. Services are free to the public and offered in short videos, checklists and webinars. Learn more at TriageCancer.org and TriageHealth.org
It wasn't even two weeks into the new year when the Food and Drug Administration made their first FDA approval. In this case, it was a Keytruda regimen for certain patients with gynecologic cancers. We at CURE® spoke with an the primary investigator on the study leading to the approval about what patients need to know about the latest new indication. Also last week, we highlighted the Lymphedema Treatment Act and spoke to an expert about the new law. Another story in the regulatory space: the FDA granted a Fast Track designation to speed up the review of a novel drug used to treat patients with relapsed or refractory CLL or SLL. Finally, research from the American Cancer Society showed that Medicaid expansion states tended to have improved post-surgical outcomes in patients with non-small cell lung cancer. Keytruda Plus CRT Offers ‘Better Chance of Cure' in Advanced Cervical Cancer The Food and Drug Administration has granted approval for Keytruda (pembrolizumab) in combination with chemoradiotherapy for the treatment of stages 3 to 4A cervical cancer, marking the first approval of an anti-PD-1 therapy with chemotherapy for this patient population and the third FDA approval for treating cervical cancer with Keytruda. This week, I spoke with Dr. Linda R. Duska, a gynecologic oncologist and principal investigator on the study leading to the approval, who discussed the KEYNOTE-A18 trial, which enrolled 1,060 patients and demonstrated a 30% decrease in progression for those receiving the combination of Keytruda and chemotherapy. The overall survival data is not yet mature, but the treatment showed a 41% reduction in the risk of disease progression or death. While Dr. Duska emphasized that cervical cancer is preventable thanks to a safe and effective vaccine, she said that for patients with the disease, this new regimen is particularly exciting. January is also Cervical Cancer Awareness month, so definitely stay tuned to curetoday.com for more of our coverage on the disease. Medicare Must Now Cover Lymphedema Treatment Garments The Lymphedema Treatment Act, signed into federal law on Dec. 23, 2022, is now in effect as of Jan. 1, 2024, allowing Medicare coverage for doctor-prescribed compression supplies for patients experiencing. The bill encompasses standard and custom-fitted gradient compression garments and other approved items prescribed by healthcare professionals to treat lymphedema. Now basically what that means is that patients insured by Medicare Part B can now have their lymphedema garments covered by insurance. This coverage is expected to ease financial burdens on patients, especially as these garments can be expensive. I spoke with Joanna Fawzy Doran, CEO of Triage Cancer, who emphasized the importance of patient and provider awareness about coverage rights, appealing denials and navigating the process. Although the law does not mandate private insurers to cover compression sleeves for lymphedema patients, Doran noted that Medicare's coverage sets a precedent for broader access in the future. FDA Grants NX-5948 Fast Track Designation for R/R CLL, SLL The FDA has granted Fast Track designation to NX-5948, a novel drug, for adults with relapsed or refractory chronic lymphocytic leukemia or small lymphocytic lymphoma who have previously undergone two lines of therapy, including a BTK inhibitor and a BCL2 inhibitor. Fast Track designation aims to expedite the development and review of drugs addressing serious conditions with unmet medical needs. NX-5948 is currently in a Phase 1a/1b clinical trial, with initial findings presented at the 2023 American Society of Hematology (ASH) annual meeting indicating safety, tolerance, and clinical activity. The drug showed no dose-limiting toxicities or treatment-related side effects leading to discontinuation, and the most common side effects were purpura/contusion, nausea, and thrombocytopenia. Medicaid Expansion May Decrease Early Mortality in Some With NSCLC States with Medicaid expansion tended to have a significant decrease in early, postoperative mortality from non-small cell lung cancer, according to recent research. The research focused on nearly 15,000 patients undergoing surgery for NSCLC, with 62.1% residing in states supporting Medicaid expansion. The study found notable reductions in 30-day and 90-day postoperative mortality in patients with stages 1, 2, or 3 NSCLC in expansion states. Patients in non-expansion states were found to be younger, non-Hispanic Black, uninsured, and with comorbidities. The study also evaluated changes in early mortality before and after the Affordable Care Act (ACA) implementation, showing a decrease in the 30-day mortality rate in expansion states from 0.97% to 0.26% after the ACA. Now, advocates, including the American Cancer Society, continue to emphasize the importance of expanding Medicaid eligibility to improve health outcomes. For more news on cancer updates, research and education, don't forget to subscribe to CURE®'s newsletters here.
Rosalina and Shauna dive deep into the intricacies of managing careers while navigating a cancer diagnosis. Their conversation encompasses crucial aspects such as disclosing a diagnosis at work, handling treatment while maintaining a career, and understanding legal rights like the American Disability Act and Family Medical Leave.They share personal experiences regarding returning to work, establishing boundaries, seeking accommodations, and addressing job dissatisfaction. Additionally, they explore transitioning jobs during treatment, post-treatment job challenges, and the essential role of self-care and prioritization. Throughout the episode, they emphasize the importance of recognizing your rights, managing guilt, and accessing support from resources like Triage Cancer and Careers and Cancer.Episode Timestamps:[00:02:06] Our Jobs[00:03:23] Approaching Employers About A Cancer Diagnosis[00:07:56] Navigating Your Diagnosis While Working[00:10:13] Paid Family Medical Leave[00:13:20] Domestic Partner's Insurance[00:14:52] Domestic Partnership Insurance[00:19:17] Advocate for Yourself by Creating a Work Plan[00:26:58] When You're Still Not Satisfied[00:38:21] Should I Tell My Employer About My Diagnosis?[00:41:58] Set Boundaries & Take Time For Yourself[00:45:15] Learn About Your RightsResources:https://www.domesticworkers.org/https://triagecancer.org/https://cancerandcareers.org/You can follow us on Instagram @TYFTSpodcast and email us at tyftspodcast@gmail.comPlease consider donating to our “Buy Me A Coffee” page. Your generous support will greatly assist us in continuing to produce quality content for our listeners.Every donation will get a shoutout on our podcast, as well as a free TYFTS sticker.www.buymeacoffee.com/tyftspodcastIf you want to submit a quote about your breast cancer journey, visit the link below: Submit A Quote
This episode is part of my special series, “Your Voice, Your Health and is designed to teach us all about step therapy. Joanna Doran is a cancer rights attorney, author, speaker, and CEO of Triage Cancer, a national, nonprofit organization providing free education on practical and legal issues that may impact individuals coping with cancer and their caregivers. Joanna has spent nearly thirty years working on behalf of individuals with cancer and co-authored a book called Cancer Rights Law for the American Bar Association. Tune in to learn how to identify step therapy hurdles, the appeals process - and how to educate your healthcare provider to do the same!
We're talking to Joanna Doran, Cancer Rights Expert & CEO of Triage Cancer. We discuss all things patient rights for the cancer community. This episode is a must listen for anyone impacted by cancer. Joanna shares her background and how she got into the field of Cancer Rights. We discuss the primary areas that the cancer community looks for support - financial, insurance and employment law - with practical tips on how to make sure you are advocating for yourself sooner than later. Triage Cancer is a national nonprofit organization that provides education on the practical and legal issues that can arise following a cancer diagnosis. The organization serves individuals diagnosed with cancer, as well as their families, caregivers, advocates and healthcare professionals, helping them navigate complex situations by providing free events, materials and resources. Joanna Fawzy Doran, Esq., is a cancer rights attorney, author, speaker, and CEO of Triage Cancer, a national, nonprofit organization providing free education on practical and legal issues that may impact individuals coping with cancer and their caregivers, through events, materials, and resources. You can check out everything Triage cancer has to offer at https://triagecancer.org/!
How do you help cancer patients navigate their legal rights? How do you spread the word about your services so all Americans with cancer can get the support and education they deserve?In this episode of Associations Thrive, host Joanna Pineda interviews Joanna Fawzy Doran, CEO at Triage Cancer. Joanna discusses:The legal and practical issues associated with having cancer, including access to health insurance coverage, knowing how to get access to proper care, employment issues, accessing disability benefits, finances and managing medical bills.How Triage Cancer partners with other cancer organizations to educate cancer patients, their families and their health care teams.How Triage Cancer offers events all over the country, not just the major metro areas, but the far flung reaches of the country, including Guam!Their advocacy efforts to protect and increase patients' rights.How Triage Cancer staff attorneys respond to thousands of emails and calls each year!Triage Cancer's checklists, guides, tip sheets, videos, blog, webinars and podcast.How Joanna and her sister literally wrote the book about Cancer Rights!References:Triage Cancer websiteCancer Rights Law Book
This week, we sit down with Joanna Fawzy Doran, Esq. and Amy Terhune, RPhT, CPhT, PACS, to discuss patient navigation and Triage Cancer. Joanna Fawzy Morales, Esq. is a cancer rights attorney and CEO of Triage Cancer, a national, nonprofit organization providing free education on practical and legal issues that impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers through events, materials, and resources. Joanna has spent nearly 30 years working in the cancer community as an Adjunct Professor of Law and for the John Wayne Cancer Institute's Psychosocial Care Program. She has presented nearly one thousand seminars on employment, insurance, finances, and advocacy and co-authored a Cancer Rights Law book for the American Bar Association. In 2010, she was recognized by the Los Angeles Daily Journal as one of the Top 20 Attorneys in California Under the Age of 40.Amy Terhune, CPhT, RPhT, is a Prior Authorization Supervisor at Florida Cancer Specialists and Research Institute. She has been in pharmacy for 15 years, specializing in Oncology for the last four. Amy is an expert in obtaining prior authorizations for complex Oral oncolytic medications using up-to-date precision medicine to obtain payor approval rapidly, ensuring patients start therapy to avoid unnecessary delays in patient care.Resources discussed in this episode can be found here:https://TriageCancer.orghttps://TriageCancer.org/Eventshttps://CancerFinances.org Practical Guide to Cancer Rights
In this episode the fellas sit down with Monica Fawzy Bryant, COO of Triage Cancer and a renowned cancer rights attorney specializing in healthcare and disability law. Monica shares her expertise on financial planning after a cancer diagnosis, including health insurance, employment, estate planning, and disability insurance. During the conversation, Monica delves into common legal issues faced by cancer patients and survivors, emphasizing the importance of understanding cancer-related legal matters and their impact on patients and families. She highlights essential workplace rights and protections for individuals with cancer and sheds light on navigating complex health insurance coverage for treatments and expenses. Join the post-episode conversation over on Discord! https://discord.gg/expeUDN
In this episode the fellas sit down with Monica Fawzy Bryant, COO of Triage Cancer and a renowned cancer rights attorney specializing in healthcare and disability law. Monica shares her expertise on financial planning after a cancer diagnosis, including health insurance, employment, estate planning, and disability insurance. During the conversation, Monica delves into common legal issues faced by cancer patients and survivors, emphasizing the importance of understanding cancer-related legal matters and their impact on patients and families. She highlights essential workplace rights and protections for individuals with cancer and sheds light on navigating complex health insurance coverage for treatments and expenses. Join the post-episode conversation over on Discord! https://discord.gg/expeUDN
Living with metastatic breast cancer is hard enough, but for those who are single or do not have a primary caregiver, living alone with MBC can be especially challenging. Even if you're used to being independent, having cancer and going through treatment when you live alone raises many challenges. Making space for all that you are feeling & managing the practical things of day to day may sometimes feel overwhelming but with some extra planning and working out who can support you, it is possible to continue to live alone and well even when you have MBC.In this episode, we have a panel of four amazing ladies who share their experiences with living alone while navigating their MBC diagnosis and treatment. Then, we talk to Dr. Jane Lowers, Monica Bryant of Triage Cancer, and Lesley Glenn of Project Life about resources that can help us live alone and well with MBC. There are many ways to make things easier emotionally and practically. We hope that in this episode you feel seen. *Note: individuals in this episode share their thoughts on medical aid in dying as one part of this rich discussion. MUSIC CREDITS: "Honey Jam" by Massobeats"Onion" by LuKremBo"Exit to Nowhere" by DRG1991
Triage Cancer is a national, nonprofit organization that provides free education on the legal and practical issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers.Life never feels more valuable and finite than after diagnosis. Triage Cancer believes that those diagnosed with cancer should spend their time and energy how they choose, free from the stress and worry about what information they need and where to find it. Everyone should have access to the resources they need to manage their life beyond diagnosis regardless of their type of cancer, where they live, or their financial situation.Monica Fawzy Bryant, Esq., is the COO & Founder of Triage Cancer. She is a cancer rights attorney, speaker, and author, dedicated to improving access to quality information on healthcare-related issues. Monica is also the co-author of the first and only book on Cancer Rights Law, published by the American Bar Association (ABA) in 2018. In 2019, she received a 40 Under 40 in Cancer Award, and in 2015, was awarded the Legacy Advocate Award by a leading young adult cancer organization. She is an Adjunct Law Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago School of Law, teaching a class on Cancer Rights. Throughout her career, she has provided hundreds of educational seminars for individuals who have been diagnosed with cancer, their caregivers, lawyers, advocates, health care professionals, elected officials, and the general public.
Triage Cancer is a national, nonprofit organization that provides free education on the legal and practical issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers.Life never feels more valuable and finite than after diagnosis. Triage Cancer believes that those diagnosed with cancer should spend their time and energy how they choose, free from the stress and worry about what information they need and where to find it. Everyone should have access to the resources they need to manage their life beyond diagnosis regardless of their type of cancer, where they live, or their financial situation.Monica Fawzy Bryant, Esq., is the COO & Founder of Triage Cancer. She is a cancer rights attorney, speaker, and author, dedicated to improving access to quality information on healthcare-related issues. Monica is also the co-author of the first and only book on Cancer Rights Law, published by the American Bar Association (ABA) in 2018. In 2019, she received a 40 Under 40 in Cancer Award, and in 2015, was awarded the Legacy Advocate Award by a leading young adult cancer organization. She is an Adjunct Law Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago School of Law, teaching a class on Cancer Rights. Throughout her career, she has provided hundreds of educational seminars for individuals who have been diagnosed with cancer, their caregivers, lawyers, advocates, health care professionals, elected officials, and the general public.
Triage Cancer is a national, nonprofit organization that provides free education on the legal and practical issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers.Triage Cancer is a national, nonprofit organization that provides free education on the legal and practical issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers.Life never feels more valuable and finite than after diagnosis. Triage Cancer believes that those diagnosed with cancer should spend their time and energy how they choose, free from the stress and worry about what information they need and where to find it. Everyone should have access to the resources they need to manage their life beyond diagnosis regardless of their type of cancer, where they live, or their financial situation.Monica Fawzy Bryant, Esq., is the COO & Founder of Triage Cancer. She is a cancer rights attorney, speaker, and author, dedicated to improving access to quality information on healthcare-related issues. Monica is also the co-author of the first and only book on Cancer Rights Law, published by the American Bar Association (ABA) in 2018. In 2019, she received a 40 Under 40 in Cancer Award, and in 2015, was awarded the Legacy Advocate Award by a leading young adult cancer organization. She is an Adjunct Law Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago School of Law, teaching a class on Cancer Rights. Throughout her career, she has provided hundreds of educational seminars for individuals who have been diagnosed with cancer, their caregivers, lawyers, advocates, health care professionals, elected officials, and the general public.
In this session from our second track, Joanna from Triage Cancer discusses navigating insurance. Thank you Triage Cancer for your invaluable information. Joanna is a cancer rights attorney, speaker, and author, dedicated to improving access to and availability of quality information on cancer survivorship issues. Monica is the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer for Triage Cancer, a national, nonprofit organization that provides education on the practical and legal issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers, through events, materials, and resources. Throughout her career, Monica has provided hundreds of educational seminars, written articles, blogs, and co-authored a book published by the American Bar Association called Cancer Rights Law: An Interdisciplinary Approach. For further resources on navigating insurance, see the following past presentations: Understanding Health Insurance (October 2022) Medicare: An In-Depth Look (September 2022) (CC) Decisions About Work: Accommodations, Leave, Disability, & Retirement (July 2022)
On this episode of How to Cancer, Joanna Morales discusses how to understand your legal rights when facing cancer. Joanna is a cancer rights attorney and also the CEO of Triage Cancer.
Cancer has always seemed like such a scary thing to talk about. As if just consuming content about it would somehow make me more likely to develop it. Now obviously that thought is absurd, but what is WAY crazier is how our lives can be dictated by for profit companies after we do get a cancer diagnosis. My guest today is Monica Bryant. Monica is a lawyer and ex-congress employee who now focuses her time and energy on being a Cancer Rights Attorney and Co-Founder of the non-profit "Triage Cancer". She's here today to show us just how little the we understand about a system we put our money and trust into. Sorry to the international audience that this is quite United States centered, but I think you'll actually enjoy it more after hearing all the issues you don't have to deal with. I told you it would be a different kind of spooky for Halloween! Let's learn our rights in this almost cartoonish healthcare system! Please take a brief moment to rate the show five stars on iTunes, Spotify, or Audible. The only way to help this show grow is to get new listeners, so do your part by telling other people that you enjoy the podcast. I'm always looking for new topics, guest ideas, and questions from the audience. To reach out to me email DumbEnoughPodcast@Gmail.Com or send a message on any of the show pages on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or wherever else. The October rankings are now finalized: 1. United States, with California and Oregon as the top states. 2. Australia, with New South Wales pulling ahead in the last days. 3. The United Kingdom. 4. Canada, with top province Alberta way out in front. 5. Sweden, with Vastra Gotland squeaking out a last minute victory. I'll see you all on Thursday for an episode to get your over that next hurdle in life. You've got this and I'm behind you all the way!
Joanna Morales is a cancer rights attorney, author, speaker, and CEO of Triage Cancer, a national, nonprofit organization providing free education on practical and legal issues that may impact individuals coping with cancer and their caregivers, through events, materials, and resources.Ms. Morales has spent nearly thirty years working on behalf of individuals with cancer, including five as an Adjunct Professor of Law at Loyola Law School, teaching a seminar in Cancer Rights Law, and eight at the John Wayne Cancer Institute's Psychosocial Care Program and Positive Appearance Center. She has also taught a Community Advocacy Clinic, as an Adjunct Professor of Law at Wayne State University Law School.Ms. Morales co-authored the book, Cancer Rights Law, for the American Bar Association – the first and only book of its kind. In 2020, she wrote a chapter Cancer-Related Legal Issues, for the Oncology Nursing Society's book, Oncology Nurse Navigation: Delivering Patient-Centered Care Across the Continuum. In 2017, she wrote Preventing or Minimizing Financial Toxicity Across the Continuum of Cancer Care, a chapter for the Oncology Nursing Society's book, Cancer Survivorship: Transdisciplinary, Patient-Centered Approaches to the Season of Survival. In 2009, she also contributed to a book entitled, Work and Cancer Survivors. And, her work has appeared in a variety of other publications, such as Psycho-Oncology, Heal, Cure, Coping with Cancer, Women, and Ability Magazine.Ms. Morales has presented nearly one thousand educational seminars on employment, insurance, health care, and advocacy issues throughout the country for individuals diagnosed with cancer, caregivers, health care professionals, advocates, lawyers, employers, and the general public.In addition, she has served on numerous cancer community committees and boards, including as Chair of the Board of Directors for the California Division of the American Cancer Society, ZERO Prostate Cancer's Medical Advisory Board, the National Advisory Board of CancerForward, the Stupid Cancer Survivorship Advisory Council, and the Executive Committee of the American Bar Association's Breast Cancer Task Force.Ms. Morales has received several awards and recognition for her service to the cancer community and her work in the area of legislative advocacy, including the 2009 Susan G. Komen for the Cure® Public Policy Advocate of the Year and the 2015 Legacy Advocate Award from Stupid Cancer. In 2010, she was recognized by the Los Angeles Daily Journal as one of the Top 20 Attorneys in California Under the Age of 40.Ms. Morales earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with an emphasis in International Relations from the University of California Los Angeles and a Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School Los Angeles.Joanna Morales can be reached at TriageCancer.org.***Follow the Greg Krino Show here...GregKrino.comYouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInIf you enjoyed the podcast, please leave a 5-star rating and friendly comment on your podcast app. It takes only a minute, and it really helps convince popular guests to join me.If you have comments or ideas for the show, please contact me at gregkrinoshow@gmail.com.
Guests: Monica Bryant - Founder, Triage Cancer talks "How to effectively use insurance so you don't end up drowning in medical debt", Author Brett Oubre discusses his new book "12 Steps To Boundaryless Success"
Our next guest is Monica Bryant, a cancer rights attorney, speaker, and author, dedicated to improving access to quality information on healthcare-related issues. She is the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer for Triage Cancer, a national non-profit organization that provides education on the practical and legal issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers. Monica is co-author of the first and only book on Cancer Rights Law, published by the American Bar Association (ABA) in 2018. In 2019, she received a 40 Under 40 in Cancer Award, and in 2015, was awarded the Legacy Advocate Award by a leading young adult cancer organization. She is an Adjunct Law Professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago School of Law, teaching a class on Cancer Rights. Throughout her career, she has provided more than one thousand educational seminars for individuals who have been diagnosed with cancer, their caregivers, lawyers, advocates, health care professionals, elected officials, and the general public. In episode number 262 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Monica chose UC Santa Barbara, how different the nominations process for the Supreme Court was in the past versus today, what made her specialize in Cancer Rights Law, what are the three steps you should take if the insurance company denies a treatment claim, and how you can avoid financial ruin when you get a diagnosis of a severe medical condition. Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9ORwPcsFw8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9ORwPcsFw8
Urgent Care The Podcast, Archives (Originally Published on 9/09/2018): Featured Guest, Joanna Morales CEO of Triage Cancer Triage Cancer is a national, nonprofit organization that provides education on the practical and legal issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers, through events, materials, and resources. A cancer diagnosis can be a life-altering event, not only for the individual diagnosed, but also for an individual's family, friends, caregivers, and community of support. Triage Cancer helps people move beyond diagnosis. Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | Twitter | Vimeo | Pinterest
Healthcare discussions in Washington are in full swing this week. Both the House and Senate meet to discuss a multitude of bills affecting everyday Americans, specifically those with rare and chronic diseases. Hosts Terry Wilcox and Dr. Bob break down the D.C. lingo and highlight three healthcare bills that will shape access to care and elevate patient voices: Cures 2.0, the BENEFIT Act, and the STAT Act.Lastly, what does the future hold for telehealth appointments? The use of telehealth medicine has skyrocketed, but does your insurance cover it? Hear from Monica Bryant, Chief Operating Officer at Triage Cancer, who gives the must-ask questions patients should ask of their insurance plan to find out if they're covered. Hosts: Terry Wilcox, Executive Director, Patients RisingDr. Robert Goldberg, “Dr. Bob,” Co-Founder and Vice President of the Center for Medicine in the Public InterestKate Pecora, Field CorrespondentGuests: Monica Bryant, Chief Operating Officer Triage CancerLinks: Benefit ActCures 2.0 STAT ACTWhat is Telemedicine | Will it be accessible to those who need it most?Senate Hearing: Prescription Drug Price Inflation: An Urgent Need to Lower Drug Prices in MedicareHouse Hearing: on "The Future of Medicine: Legislation to Encourage Innovation and Improve Oversight" | Democrats, Energy and Commerce CommitteeTriage CancerWhat is “Telehealth” & Does Your Insurance Cover it? Resources Telehealth Has Played an Outsized Role Meeting Mental Health Needs During the COVID-19 PandemicNeed help?The successful patient is one who can get what they need when they need it. We all know insurance slows us down, so why not take matters into your own hands? Our Navigator is an online tool that allows you to search a massive network of health-related resources using your zip code so you get local results. Get proactive and become a more successful patient right now at PatientsRisingConcierge.orgHave a question or comment about the show, or want to suggest a show topic or share your story as a patient correspondent?Drop us a line: podcast@patientsrising.orgThe views and opinions expressed herein are those of the guest(s)/ author(s) and do not reflect the official policy or position of Patients Rising.
Description: On this episode of Campfires Of Hope: Living Beyond Cancer we welcome Triage Cancer CEO Joanna Morales. Triage Cancer is a national, nonprofit organization that provides free education on the legal and practical issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers, through Joanna shares how to navigate disability insurance for the cancer community and what you need to know in how you find what fits you best.
The Senate faces a race to the end of the year with a mountain of healthcare policies on its plate. Taking center stage is the House's version of the Build Back Better plan. But it's likely to undergo several changes, all of which will impact the chronic disease community. Hosts Terry and Dr. Bob break down the legislative process ahead. Specifically, three key healthcare provisions at risk in the Senate: price caps, transparency rules for pharmacy benefit managers, and the $35 monthly insulin price cap. Plus, still deciding on a health plan? Legal expert Monica Bryant of Triage Cancer delivers her tips for open enrollment season. Learn what to look for in a health plan and how to use it effectively. Hosts: Terry Wilcox, Executive Director, Patients RisingDr. Robert Goldberg, “Dr. Bob,” Co-Founder and Vice President of the Center for Medicine in the Public InterestKate Pecora, Field Correspondent, Patients RisingGuests:Monica Bryant, COO, Triage CancerGay Grossman, Patient CorrespondentLinks:Squawk Box: Scott GottliebModerna CEO says it will take months to clear a new Covid vaccine targeting omicronPerspective: We don't need universal booster shots. We need to reach the unvaccinated. Senate Parliamentarian could further narrow Democrats' Build Back Better billLetter: AHA urges Congress to provide relief from forthcoming Medicare sequester cutsNeed help?The successful patient is one who can get what they need when they need it. We all know insurance slows us down, so why not take matters into your own hands? Our Navigator is an online tool that allows you to search a massive network of health-related resources using your zip code so you get local results. Get proactive and become a more successful patient right now at PatientsRisingConcierge.orgHave a question or comment about the show, or want to suggest a show topic or share your story as a patient correspondent?Drop us a line: podcast@patientsrising.orgThe views and opinions expressed herein are those of the guest(s)/ author(s) and do not reflect the official policy or position of Patients Rising.
Hosts Terry and Dr. Bob catch up with patient advocates following their virtual meetings on Capitol Hill. Patients Rising Now Patient Advocacy Day, held at the end of October, had patients and caregivers sharing their healthcare stories and asking for support on important bills to improve access and affordability to care, like the Safe Step Act and more. Plus, a new report on myasthenia gravis therapies raises red flags. Health economist Dr. Paul Langley examines the latest report from the Institute for Clinical and Economic Review (ICER), and explains why it could hinder patient access to important myasthenia gravis therapies. And if you're confused by Medicare, don't worry! Legal expert Monica Bryant of Triage Cancer breaks down all the different kinds of Medicare, and what patients should know when choosing a plan. Hosts: Terry Wilcox, Executive Director, Patients RisingDr. Robert Goldberg, “Dr. Bob,” Co-Founder and Vice President of the Center for Medicine in the Public InterestKate Pecora, Field Correspondent, Patients RisingGuests:Maria Gmitro, President, Community Outreach and Patient Advocacy Director, TrackMy SolutionsChristine Von Raesfeld, Founder/CEO, People with EmpathyJohn Linnel, State Captain, COPD FoundationNisha Trivedi, Rare Disease AdvocatePaul Langley, Ph.D., Lead Researcher, Patient Access and Affordability ProjectMonica Bryant, COO, Triage CancerLinks:Safe Step ActImproving Seniors' Timely Access to Care Act BENEFIT Act Worksheet: Medicare Plan Options Comparison Health Insurance Laws by StateNeed help?The successful patient is one who can get what they need when they need it. We all know insurance slows us down, so why not take matters into your own hands? Our Navigator is an online tool that allows you to search a massive network of health-related resources using your zip code so you get local results. Get proactive and become a more successful patient right now at PatientsRisingConcierge.orgHave a question or comment about the show, or want to suggest a show topic or share your story as a patient correspondent?Drop us a line: podcast@patientsrising.orgThe views and opinions expressed herein are those of the guest(s)/ author(s) and do not reflect the official policy or position of Patients Rising.
In our inaugural episode, hear real-life examples of how knowing your rights can help you navigate a cancer diagnosis, including health insurance, employment, and finances. We also break down financial toxicity, how it happens, and how to avoid it. And we introduce you to Triage Cancer and its hundreds of free resources to educate and prepare patients, caregivers, advocates, and health care professionals.
In this episode, we dive into COBRA, one of the primary options for people who have lost their employer-sponsored health insurance. But COBRA isn't the only option! You may be eligible for Medicaid, Medicare, or a private insurance plan with financial assistance through the Marketplace (think insurance shopping mall). We'll break it all down in this episode of How to Triage Cancer.
Doctor's visits, tests, procedures and therapies are just one part of a healthcare journey. Knowing and understanding the laws that govern and protect your right to work, along with health insurance coverage and reimbursement, are another challenge. Monica Bryant, a cancer rights attorney and chief operating officer of Triage Cancer joins the episode to chat about the common myths and mistakes facing patients. Many of which apply to all chronic and rare diseases. Hosts:Terry Wilcox, Executive Director, Patients RisingDr. Robert Goldberg, “Dr. Bob,” Co-Founder and Vice President of the Center for Medicine in the Public InterestKate Pecora, Field Correspondent, Patients RisingGuests:Monica Bryant, Chief Operating Officer, Triage Cancer Noreen Czyzak, Cancer PatientMichael Riotto, Patient CorrespondentLinks:What's Legal About CancerHe Inherited a Devastating Disease. A CRISPR Gene-Editing Breakthrough Stopped It Patients for Affordable Drugs ReportNeed help?The successful patient is one who can get what they need when they need it. We all know insurance slows us down, so why not take matters into your own hands? Our Navigator is an online tool that allows you to search a massive network of health-related resources using your zip code so you get local results. Get proactive and become a more successful patient right now at PatientsRisingConcierge.orgHave a question or comment about the show, or want to suggest a show topic or share your story as a patient correspondent?Drop us a line: podcast@patientsrising.orgThe views and opinions expressed herein are those of the guest(s)/ author(s) and do not reflect the official policy or position of Patients Rising.
In this episode, Ayesha Azam, Vice President of Medical Affairs at the PAN Foundation, and Joanna Morales, Chief Executive Officer of Triage Cancer explore how their organizations provide training, education materials, and more to patients, caregivers, and oncology care professionals to help address barriers in cancer care.Read more about this episode on AONNonline.org.
Joanna Morales is a cancer rights attorney, author, speaker, and CEO of Triage Cancer, a national nonprofit organization connecting people to cancer survivorship education through educational events, a speakers bureau, and online materials and resources. Joanna has spent more than 24 years working on behalf of people with cancer, including 5 as an adjunct professor of law at Loyola Law School teaching a seminar in cancer rights law and 8 at the John Wayne Cancer Institute's Psychosocial Care Program and Positive Appearance Center. In this podcast, Joanna explains the most important aspects of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act for people with cancer, as well as: how the new paid sick leave and family and medical leave programs work what to do if you've been laid off and have lost your employer-sponsored health insurance why it's important to communicate with your creditors if you can't pay your bills right now Running time: 30:02
Frankly Speaking About Cancer with the Cancer Support Community
When cancer strikes, it can impact every area of your life—your personal life, your family life and even your work life. Balancing your career with your cancer diagnosis can be one of the most complex challenges of the cancer journey, from deciding how to tell your coworkers, to taking time off and balancing the financial impact of cancer. Joining us to help us navigate these challenges are Rebecca Nellis, Vice President of Programs and Strategy for Cancer and Careers, and Monica Bryant, Chief Operating Officer of Triage Cancer.
Frankly Speaking About Cancer with the Cancer Support Community
When cancer strikes, it can impact every area of your life—your personal life, your family life and even your work life. Balancing your career with your cancer diagnosis can be one of the most complex challenges of the cancer journey, from deciding how to tell your coworkers, to taking time off and balancing the financial impact of cancer. Joining us to help us navigate these challenges are Rebecca Nellis, Vice President of Programs and Strategy for Cancer and Careers, and Monica Bryant, Chief Operating Officer of Triage Cancer.
Frankly Speaking About Cancer with the Cancer Support Community
Saturday, November 15 marked the first day of the 2015 open enrollment period for health insurance in your state's Health Insurance Marketplace or Exchange. This period ends on February 15, 2015. For anyone who is at risk for cancer, living with cancer or is a cancer survivor, there are certain things to consider when looking for a new plan or looking to change plans. Joining guest host Linda House to discuss what you need to know to navigate this year's open enrollment plan are guests Monica Bryant of Triage Cancer and Elizabeth Hoffler of the Prevent Cancer Foundation.
The Affordable Care Act is one of the most important pieces of health care legislation in our nation's history. Join as we discuss the existing/ongoing challenges with implementation, state specific information, and issues with enrollment in marketplaces with cancer rights attorney and co-founder and COO of Triage Cancer, Monica Bryant. Survivor Spotlight on Sven Reigle.
The Affordable Care Act is one of the most important pieces of health care legislation in our nation's history. Join as we discuss the existing/ongoing challenges with implementation, state specific information, and issues with enrollment in marketplaces with cancer rights attorney and co-founder and COO of Triage Cancer, Monica Bryant. Survivor Spotlight on Sven Reigle. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Frankly Speaking About Cancer with the Cancer Support Community
When cancer strikes, it can impact every area of your life—your personal life, your family life and even your work life. Balancing your career with your cancer diagnosis can be one of the most complex challenges of the cancer journey, from deciding how to tell your coworkers, to taking time off and balancing the financial impact of cancer. Joining us to help us navigate these challenges are Rebecca Nellis, Vice President of Programs and Strategy for Cancer and Careers, and Monica Bryant, Chief Operating Officer of Triage Cancer.
What is Triage Cancer? It is a wonderful organization which was created by Monica Fawzy Bryant and her sister, Joanna L. Fawzy Morales, both cancer rights attorneys. Their mission is to help survivors find optimal quality of life as they walk in and through their cancer story. She left us with this pearl of wisdom: "Stop & take a breath. Compile all of the information you need, then act." For instance, do you want to walk into your job right away and tell your boss that you have cancer? Maybe so, and maybe no. Triage Cancer is a non-profit organization that provides education and resources on the entire continuum of survivorship issues for survivors, caregivers, and healthcare providers because cancer touches the entire community. They provide information and steer people to the most appropriate resources, so in the beginning….Triage first! Next week, stay tuned for an interesting interview with Miss Monica on healthcare reform!
Get a job! Not so easy if you've got cancer. Gaps in your resume, talking to HR, FMLA and wrongful termination. Oh what fun it is. Join us as we delve into this subject matter with Rebecca Nellis (VP, Programs and Strategy at Cancer and Careers) and Monica Bryant (Cancer Rights Attorney and Co-Founder/COO at Triage Cancer). Survivor Rahib Kinit in the spotlight.
Get a job! Not so easy if you've got cancer. Gaps in your resume, talking to HR, FMLA and wrongful termination. Oh what fun it is. Join us as we delve into this subject matter with Rebecca Nellis (VP, Programs and Strategy at Cancer and Careers) and Monica Bryant (Cancer Rights Attorney and Co-Founder/COO at Triage Cancer). Survivor Rahib Kinit in the spotlight. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Affordable Care Act is one of the most transformational pieces of health legislation in our nation's history. Join us as we welcome cancer rights attorney Monica Fawzy to dispel the myths and focus on the facts for what you need to know about how this law will practically impact your life. Monica is the co-founder and COO of Triage Cancer, a nonprofit that provides education and resources on the entire continuum of cancer survivorship issues to survivors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Young adult breast cancer survivor and blogger Lisa Duncanson.
The Affordable Care Act is one of the most transformational pieces of health legislation in our nation's history. Join us as we welcome cancer rights attorney Monica Fawzy to dispel the myths and focus on the facts for what you need to know about how this law will practically impact your life. Monica is the co-founder and COO of Triage Cancer, a nonprofit that provides education and resources on the entire continuum of cancer survivorship issues to survivors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Young adult breast cancer survivor and blogger Lisa Duncanson. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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