Meet Dr. Abraham Chachoua. From humble beginnings in Australia to compassionate lung cancer oncologist in New York.
On today's episode, meet Dr. Abraham Chachoua. He likes to say he embarks on a journey with each patient, trying to make the road better and smoother…
Meet Cathy Traz and Dave Craig. Connecting patient advocacy organizations in an innovative virtual approach
These two leaders came together last year to create the COVID Advocacy Exchange, an innovative and bold virtual platform that convenes advocacy groups, patients, and industry to synchronize efforts, facilitate resource sharing and provide an opportunity for increased connection and collaboration…
Meet Alice Berger, PhD. Enabling precision medicine by uncovering the molecular alterations in cancer.
Her ultimate goal is not research fame but improved patient care…
Meet Portia Thomas. Meharry Medical College MD/PhD candidate, lung cancer researcher, aspiring pediatric oncologist.
On today's episode, meet Portia Thomas, PhD. She has presented her work in small cell lung cancer at The International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) Targeted Therapies of Lung Cancer Meeting in 2021. She is an aspiring pediatric oncologist who loves to collect guitars…
Meet Dr. Jun Zhang. Physician-scientist studying the role of the microbiome in the immune system and lung cancer treatment.
On today's episode, meet Jun Zhang, MD, PhD. His clinical interest is lung cancer and his research includes the role of the human microbiome in the immune system and lung cancer treatment…
Meet Lauren Machos. She is U.S. Oncology Opinion Leader Liaison at Pfizer, and committed lung cancer advocate on her own time. She also happens to be an accomplished professional vocalist.
On today's episode, meet Lauren Machos. Lauren is the U.S. Oncology Opinion Leader Liaison for Renal Cancer, Lung Cancer and Immuno-Oncology at Pfizer. She is a connector of people and champion advocate for the lung cancer community. She's also a professional big band swing and jazz vocalist…
Meet Dr. Christian Rolfo. Thoracic Medical Oncologist. Hear about his amazing journey from Argentina to Mount Sinai in New York City.
On today's episode, meet Dr. Christian Rolfo. Dr. Rolfo is a Professor of Oncology at Icahn School of Medicine, Associate Director of Clinical Research in the Center of Excellence in Thoracic Oncology at the Tisch Cancer Institute at Mount Sinai in New York…
Meet Dr. Jonathan Spicer. Thoracic surgeon focused on minimally invasive approaches to lung cancer.
On today's episode, meet Dr. Jonathan Spicer. His clinical interests focus on minimally invasive approaches to lung cancer as well as complex resections for advanced thoracic malignancies…
Meet Dr. Drew Moghanaki. Thoracic Radiation Oncologist and passionate advocate for lung cancer screening.
On today's episode, meet Dr. Drew Moghanaki, Professor and Chief of Thoracic Oncology at the UCLA Department of Radiation Oncology…
Meet Dr. Leora Horn. The journey from academic lung cancer research to pharmaceutical company leader.
On today's episode, meet Dr. Leora Horn. She leads AstraZeneca’s global research and development in lung cancer. In her role, she partners with lung cancer teams from across AstraZeneca Oncology to rapidly progress their research and deliver on their commitment to cure more patients with the disease…
Meet Aileen Fernandez, PhD. Cancer researcher, passionate about promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
On today's episode, meet Aileen Fernandez, PhD. Aileen works in the lab of Dr. David Rimm, and her research focuses on identifying and developing biomarkers to better identify which patients with cancer will respond to different cancer treatments…
Meet Dr. Lee Schwartzberg. Bringing precision oncology to community practice.
On today's episode meet Dr. Lee Schwartzberg, MD, FACP. We’ll talk about bringing precision medicine to community oncology practices….
Meet Dr. Michael Caligiuri. He is a world-renowned physician and scientist dedicated to cancer patients, and the visionary leader at City of Hope National Medical Center.
On today's episode, meet Dr. Michael A. Caligiuri. A leading researcher in immunology, lymphoma and leukemia, Dr. Caligiuri dedicates himself to developing the next generation of cancer therapies, rapidly delivering them to patients and curing their disease…
Meet Dean Wetherbee. He shares insights about the creative communications side of launching and growing biotech companies.
On today’s episode, meet Dean Wetherbee. He’s been involved in life sciences for over 20 years and he is passionate about getting treatments to patients…
Meet Dr. Estela Rodriguez. Thoracic oncologist passionate about empowering women to take charge of their own healthcare.
On today's episode, meet Dr. Estela Rodriguez. Dr. Rodriguez has a special interest in the early detection and treatment of lung cancer and how cancer affects women...
Meet Heidi and Pierre Onda. Educating the public that anyone with lungs can get lung cancer.
On today's episode, meet Heidi and Dr. Pierre Onda. Together they started a grassroots movement of lung cancer patients, caregivers, advocates, clinicians and researchers called The White Ribbon Project. The mission is to change the public perception of lung cancer by raising awareness that anyone with lungs can get lung cancer. It's a great story…
Meet Missi Bjork. Nurse and Caregiver.
On today's episode meet Missi Bjork. She is an RN in the Patty Ribakoff Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Massachusetts General Hospital for Children in Boston…
Meet Dr. Charu Aggarwal. Talking about precision medicine in lung cancer.
On today's episode, meet Dr. Charu Aggarwal. Dr. Aggarwal is the Leslye Heisler Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Hematology-Oncology Division at the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine. She is an active member of the Abramson Cancer Center (ACC) where she serves as Physician Leader for the clinical research program for Airways Malignancies…
Meet Priti Hegde, Ph.D., talking about the value of genomic profiling in lung cancer patients.
Meet Priti Hegde, Ph.D., Chief Scientific Officer of Foundation Medicine, Inc., a life science company that offers a portfolio of comprehensive genomic profiling products that help physicians make more informed care decisions. She is passionate about innovation in cancer research and translating innovations to precision medicine tools to advance care for patients. Dr. Hegde explains the current science of genomic testing and what the future holds. She also talks about building long term relationships with patients and helping young women scientists get a seat at the right table.
Meet Dr. Henning Willers. Advancing precision radiation medicine in the clinic and the lab.
…meet Dr. Henning Willers. He is the Director of the Thoracic Radiation Oncology Program at Massachusetts General Hospital, and Associate Professor, Harvard Medical School. Dr. Willers has a busy clinical practice focusing on the care of patients with thoracic cancers of various types while also spending time in the laboratory. He is active in clinical, physics, and biology research with the overarching goal of advancing precision radiation medicine.