Explore different aspects of a cancer care journey through the eyes of our providers, as well as the experiences of our patients. You will hear stories of hope, resilience, and innovation inspiring us to keep fighting.
Not Just for a Crisis: The Truth About Oncology Social Work
People hear “social worker” and think crisis, child removal, or something you only need if you are struggling financially. That misconception can quietly keep patients and families from getting support that would make cancer treatment easier, earlier, and more sustainable. We sit down with KeAuna and Elisabeth to explain what oncology social work actually looks like inside the clinic and across the full cancer journey. We talk about preventative, whole-person support: coping with distress, n...
27 Jul 2026
Advance Care Planning: Empowering Each Person Through Their Cancer Journey
Nobody wants to imagine a crisis, but most medical emergencies don’t arrive with a warning or a neat checklist. We sit down with Dr. Galicia-Castillo, a leader in geriatrics and palliative medicine, to talk about advance care planning in plain terms and why it should start far earlier than most people think. The goal is not to predict every possible outcome. The goal is to protect your voice and lighten the load on the people you love. We walk through what an advance care plan ac...
28 May 2026
Silent Struggles: Mental Health in Cancer Patients and Caregivers
Cancer changes more than your body. It can shake your sense of control, rewrite your identity, and make everyday life feel like it’s happening in a different language than everyone else is speaking. We sit down with the Virginia Oncology Associates oncology social work team to talk plainly about mental health during the cancer journey for both patients and caregivers. We walk through the emotional reality of diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and end-of-life care, including fear...
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