FLASCO OncoPod

About FLASCO OncoPod

The FLASCO OncoPod is a podcast series that brings you engaging interviews and conversations with oncology champions and thought leaders. Each episode explores important topics in cancer care, from the latest clinical advancements to FLASCO events and initiatives. Whether it’s discussing groundbreaking research, policy updates, or sharing personal stories from members, the OncoPod keeps oncology professionals informed and connected. It’s your go-to source for staying up-to-date on FLASCO’s efforts to support and strengthen the oncology community across Florida.

Publisher

Florida Society of Clinical Oncology

Category

business · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

30 Sept 2024

Latest episode

3 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

34 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   3 Aug 2026

   Drew Piers on Advocacy, Storytelling & Shaping the Future of Cancer Care

   In this episode of the FLASCO OncoPod, Drew Piers, President of Sachs Media, explores the powerful role advocacy, storytelling, and strategic communications play in advancing cancer care beyond the clinic. Drawing on years of experience working alongside healthcare organizations and oncology professionals, Drew discusses how trusted clinician voices can influence public policy, improve patient access to care, and strengthen public confidence in the healthcare system. Listeners will gain practical insights into communicating complex healthcare issues with clarity, combining patient stories with evidence-based data, and engaging policymakers in meaningful ways that drive positive change. Whether through community outreach, media engagement, or legislative advocacy, this episode highlights how every oncology professional can help shape the future of cancer care through authentic, patient-centered communication. Sachs Health INFLUENCE INDEX: https://sachsmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/SachsHEALTH-Influence-Index-2026.pdf (https://sachsmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/SachsHEALTH-Influence-Index-2026.pdf)

2. 

   27 Jul 2026

   The Evolving Management of Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Prevention, Multidisciplinary Care, and Emerging Therapies

   Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) continues to present unique challenges for oncology teams, requiring coordinated multidisciplinary care and an evolving understanding of both liver disease and cancer management. In this episode of the FLASCO OncoPod, Dr. Beau Bosko Toskich, MD, FSIR, Professor of Radiology, Medical Oncology, and Radiation Oncology and Director of Interventional Oncology at Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center, provides a comprehensive overview of the modern HCC treatment landscape. Dr. Toskich discusses the changing epidemiology of hepatocellular carcinoma, emphasizing the growing impact of metabolic-associated liver disease, the importance of early detection and surveillance, and opportunities for disease prevention. He explores how multidisciplinary collaboration—including hepatology, surgery, interventional radiology, medical oncology, and radiation oncology—has transformed patient care, while highlighting the expanding role of locoregional therapies, immunotherapy, transplant evaluation, and emerging combination treatment strategies. Listeners will gain practical insights into patient selection, downstaging approaches, and the latest advances that are reshaping outcomes for patients with HCC. Whether you routinely manage liver cancer or simply want to stay current on one of oncology's fastest-evolving disease states, this episode offers valuable clinical perspectives on delivering personalized, multidisciplinary care for patients with hepatocellular carcinoma.

3. 

   20 Jul 2026

   The Evolving Role of Community Oncology: Delivering Academic-Level Cancer Care Close to Home

   In this episode of the FLASCO OncoPod, Dr. McDonough moderates a discussion with Dr. Wenk, Dr. Glick, and Dr. Patel, of Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute on the evolving role of community oncology and how today's practices are delivering academic-level cancer care closer to home. Together, they explore how community oncology has transformed over the past decade, highlighting advances in precision medicine, immunotherapy, clinical research, and innovative care models. The conversation examines how large practice networks maintain consistent, high-quality care while expanding access to cutting-edge therapies and clinical trials for patients across diverse communities. From scaling innovation across a statewide network to bringing academic-level expertise closer to home, this episode offers valuable insights into the future of oncology care and the increasingly vital role community oncology plays in advancing cancer treatment, research, and patient outcomes.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 9 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

4

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32