Medscape InDiscussion: Cancer Survivorship

About Medscape InDiscussion: Cancer Survivorship

Listen to Medscape InDiscussion: Cancer Survivorship, a podcast series where thought leaders and clinical experts share their diverse insights and practical ideas for optimizing patient care. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape (https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/983318). The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of advertisers. This podcast is intended only for US healthcare professionals.

Publisher

Medscape

Category

health & fitness · science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

26 Apr 2023

Latest episode

21 Oct 2025

Latest episodes

18 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Oct 2025

   S3 Episode 6: Connecting Cancer Survivors With Support Groups

   Drs Kathryn J. Ruddy and Shanda H. Blackmon discuss the importance of support groups and other ways to support cancer survivors to enhance symptom management and connectedness. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/1002451. The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of advertisers. This podcast is intended only for US healthcare professionals. Resources The Support Group: Connection, Hope and Healing for Patients and Providers https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/product/the-support-group/ Psychological Distress After Esophageal Cancer Surgery and the Predictive Effect of Dispositional Optimism: A Nationwide Population-Based Longitudinal Study https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8727404/ Narrative Review of Anxiety and Depression in Patients With Esophageal Cancer: Underappreciated and Undertreated https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34164206/ Psychological Support of Esophageal Cancer Patient? https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6503274/ Loneliness Among Cancer Caregivers: A Narrative Review https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31581964/ CaringBridge https://www.caringbridge.org/ CanCare https://www.cancare.org/ Upper Digestive Disease App for Electronic Patient-Reported Outcomes: A Mixed Methods Pilot Study https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35304110/ Suicide Rates Among Patients With Cancers of the Digestive System https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29956393/

2. 

   18 Sept 2025

   S3 Episode 5: How Can Clinicians Effectively Screen for and Treat Pain in Cancer Survivors Both During and After Therapy?

   Drs Kathryn J. Ruddy and Andrea L. Cheville discuss pain management and the role of physical medicine and rehab in addressing the root causes of pain during and after cancer treatment. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/1002450. The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of advertisers. This podcast is intended only for US healthcare professionals. Resources Integrative Medicine for Pain Management in Oncology: Society for Integrative Oncology-ASCO Guideline https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36122322/ Primary Outcomes of the Enhanced, EHR-Facilitated Cancer Symptom Control (E2C2) Cluster-Randomized, Stepped Wedge, Pragmatic Trial https://ascopubs.org/doi/10.1200/JCO.2024.42.17_suppl.LBA12006 The Role of Community Health Workers in a Collaborative Care Management Intervention for Cancer Pain Management: A Feasibility Study for a Randomized Controlled Trial https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39963755/ A Collaborative Intervention for Improving Cancer Pain Management in Rural and Hispanic Cancer Survivors (ASCENT) https://prevention.cancer.gov/clinical-trials/clinical-trials-search/nct06198010 Current Diagnostic and Quantitative Techniques in the Field of Lymphedema Management: A Critical Review https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39235664/ Lymphedema Signs, Symptoms, and Diagnosis in Women Who Are in Minority and Low-Income Groups and Have Survived Breast Cancer https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32031628/ Bioimpedance Spectroscopy for Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema Assessment: Clinical Practice Guidelines https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36566297/ The Lymphatic System: International Society for Lymphology https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/4049104/ The Effect of Exercise on Reducing Lymphedema Severity in Breast Cancer Survivors https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38611045/ Prospective Multicentre Observational Study of Lymphedema Therapy: POLIT Study https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24931830/

3. 

   19 Aug 2025

   S3 Episode 4: What Clinicians Should Know About Use of Cannabis, Medicinal Mushrooms, and Psychedelic Mushrooms in Cancer Survivorship

   Drs Kathryn J. Ruddy and Stacy D. D'Andre discuss when cannabis, medicinal mushrooms, and psychedelic mushrooms may be useful for treating specific symptoms in patients with cancer. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/1002449. The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of advertisers. This podcast is intended only for US healthcare professionals. Resources Mushroom-Derived Bioactive Compounds Pharmacological Properties and Cancer Targeting: A Holistic Assessment https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40314874/ Phase 1 Clinical Trial of Trametes versicolor in Women With Breast Cancer https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22701186/ Reishi Mushroom for Fatigue and/or Arthralgias for Patients With Breast Cancer on Aromatase Inhibitors https://www.mayo.edu/research/clinical-trials/cls-20555252 Review of Psilocybin Use for Depression Among Cancer Patients After Approval in Oregon https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38730654/ Adverse Events in Studies of Classic Psychedelics: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39230883/ Symptom Improvements and Adverse Effects With Reishi Mushroom Use: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Cancer Patients https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39635077/ Cannabis Use Among Recently Treated Cancer Patients: Perceptions and Experiences https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37650961/ Understanding Feeling "High" and Its Role in Medical Cannabis Patient Outcomes https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37292156/ Metabolism and Liver Toxicity of Cannabidiol https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38904421/ Interaction Between Warfarin and Cannabis https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30326170/ Society of Cannabis Clinicians https://www.cannabisclinicians.org/

4. 

   17 Jul 2025

   S3 Episode 3: What Are the Important Factors to Consider in Young-Onset, Adult Cancer Survivorship?

   Drs Kathryn J. Ruddy and Narjust Florez discuss fertility, pregnancy, sexual health, delays in diagnosis, and the financial burden of young-onset cancer survivorship. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/1002448. The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of advertisers. This podcast is intended only for US healthcare professionals. Resources Cultural Competency and Cancer Survivorship: Humility, Lifelong Learning, and Effectively Communicating With Patients https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/985098/ Trends in Cancer Incidence and Mortality Rates in Early-Onset and Older-Onset Age Groups in the United States, 2010-2019 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40338148/ US Preventive Services Task Force Recommendations for Colorectal Cancer Screening: Forty-Five Is the New Fifty https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34003238/ Lung Cancer in Women: The Past, Present, and Future https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37940410/ Cancer Statistics, 2025 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39817679/ "Too Young to Have This Kind of Diagnosis": A Qualitative Exploration of Younger Adults’ Experiences of Colorectal Cancer Diagnosis https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38697784/ Dana Farber Young Adult Program (YAP) https://www.dana-farber.org/patient-family/support-services/young-adult-program From Approximation to Precision: Fertility and Pregnancy Questions in Young Patients With Lung Cancer https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38849163/ Oncofertility in Children and Adolescents https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39510740/ When the Unimaginable Happens: Lung Cancer Diagnosis During Pregnancy https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38285618/ Sexual Health Assessment in Women With Lung Cancer Study: Sexual Health Assessment in Women With Lung Cancer https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37843054/ Sexual Health and Rehabilitation Online (SHAREonline) https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06458049

5. 

   18 Jun 2025

   S3 Episode 2: Addressing Toxicities of Systemic Cancer Therapy and Improving the Cancer Survivorship Experience

   Drs. Kathryn J. Ruddy and Elizabeth J. Cathcart-Rake explore strategies for mitigating toxicities from systemic cancer therapy, emphasizing enhanced patient communication to improve the overall cancer survivorship experience in this interview.

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   18 Jun 2025

   S3 Episode 1: Palliative Care in Cancer Survivorship: Improving Access, Communication and Collaboration With Clinicians and Caregivers

   Drs. Kathryn J. Ruddy and Jacob J. Strand explore palliative care's role in cancer survivorship, focusing on improving access, communication, and collaboration with clinicians and caregivers in this interview.

7. 

   30 Oct 2024

   S2 Episode 6: How Can Clinicians Address the Impact of Financial Toxicity on Cancer Survivors?

   Drs Ann H. Partridge and Jeffrey Peppercorn discuss the growing burden of financial toxicity on cancer survivors. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/999934. The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of advertisers. This podcast is intended only for US healthcare professionals. Resources Cancer Survivorship Guidelines https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/2500027-overview Financial Toxicity and Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)–Health Professional Version https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/managing-care/track-care-costs/financial-toxicity-hp-pdq HealthWell Foundation https://www.healthwellfoundation.org/ Financial Toxicity, Part I: A New Name for a Growing Problem https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23530397/ Financial Toxicity in Cancer Care: Implications for Clinical Care and Potential Practice Solutions https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37071839/ ESMO Expert Consensus Statements on the Screening and Management of Financial Toxicity in Patients With Cancer https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38626634/ Measuring Financial Toxicity as a Clinically Relevant Patient-Reported Outcome: The Validation of the COmprehensive Score for financial Toxicity (COST) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27716900/ Quality of Life of Cancer Patients https://qol.eortc.org/questionnaire/eortc-qlq-c30/ National Survey of Patient Perspectives on Cost Discussions Among Recipients of Copay Assistance https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38864681/ Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 https://www.hhs.gov/inflation-reduction-act/index.html

8. 

   26 Sept 2024

   S2 Episode 5: How Do We Connect Cancer Survivors with Effective Diet, Exercise, and Lifestyle Resources?

   Drs Ann H. Partridge and Melinda L. Irwin discuss the importance of connecting cancer survivors with diet, exercise, and lifestyle resources through an opt-out approach. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/999933. The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of advertisers. This podcast is intended only for US healthcare professionals. Resources Almost Half of Cancer Deaths Are Preventable https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36045169/ Obesity and Cancer: A Current Overview of Epidemiology, Pathogenesis, Outcomes, and Management https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36672434/ Association Between Diet Quality and Ovarian Cancer Risk and Survival https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38400738/ Post-Diagnosis Body Mass Index and Mortality Among Women Diagnosed With Endometrial Cancer: Results From the Women's Health Initiative https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28152055/ Esophageal Cancer: Overview, Risk Factors, and Reasons for the Rise https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37812328/ Lung Cancer 2020: Epidemiology, Etiology, and Prevention https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32008623/ Reduction in the Incidence of Type 2 Diabetes With Lifestyle Intervention or Metformin https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11832527/ The Breast Cancer Weight Loss Trial (Alliance A011401): A Description and Evidence for the Lifestyle Intervention https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34932888/ Comparative Risk of Obesity-Related Cancer With Glucagon-Like Protein-1 Receptor Agonists vs. Bariatric Surgery in Patients With BMI ≥ 35 https://ascopubs.org/doi/10.1200/JCO.2024.42.16_suppl.10508

9. 

   29 Aug 2024

   S2 Episode 4: How Can We Treat and Empower Patients Navigating Accelerated Aging in Cancer Survivorship?

   Drs Ann H. Partridge and Mina S. Sedrak discuss the relationship between cancer and accelerated aging, including treatments that empower patients to lead longer, healthier lives. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/999932. The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of advertisers. This podcast is intended only for US healthcare professionals. Resources Age and Cancer Risk https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/age The Aging-Cancer Cycle: Mechanisms and Opportunities for Intervention https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36512079/ Chronic Health Conditions in Adult Survivors of Childhood Cancer https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17035650/ Anthracycline-Induced Cardiotoxicity: Causes, Mechanisms, and Prevention https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32483740/ Clinical Frailty Scale https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32644435/ Accelerated Aging in Older Cancer Survivors https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34534355/ Characterization of Cellular Senescence in Doxorubicin-Induced Aging Mice https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35398171/ Targeting Senescence Induced by Age or Chemotherapy With a Polyphenol-Rich Natural Extract Improves Longevity and Healthspan in Mice https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38951692/ Prevention of Frailty With Fisetin and Exercise (PROFFi) in Breast Cancer Survivors (PROFFi) https://classic.clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT06113016 Development and Validation of a Risk Tool for Predicting Severe Toxicity in Older Adults Receiving Chemotherapy for Early-Stage Breast Cancer https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33444080/ Calculator: Cancer and Aging Research Group-Breast Cancer (CARG-BC) Score for Older Adults https://www.uptodate.com/contents/calculator-cancer-and-aging-research-group-breast-cancer-carg-bc-score-for-older-adults Cancer and Aging Research Group https://www.mycarg.org/

10. 

    31 Jul 2024

    S2 Episode 3: How Can We Improve Access to Oncofertility Options for Cancer Survivors?

    Drs Ann H. Partridge and Clarisa R. Gracia discuss cancer survivorship and oncofertility, including family planning options, preservation, barriers, and future developments. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/999931. The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of advertisers. This podcast is intended only for US healthcare professionals. Resources Cancer Survivorship Guidelines https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/2500027-overview Preservation of Fertility in Cancer Patients: A Narrative Review https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38034134/ Anti-Müllerian Hormone and Ovarian Reserve: Update on Assessing Ovarian Function https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32770239/ Hereditary Cancer Syndromes: A Comprehensive Review With a Visual Tool https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37239385/

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    27 Jun 2024

    S2 Episode 2: What Do We Know About Quality of Life and Patient-Reported Outcomes After Transplant and CAR Therapy?

    Drs Ann H. Partridge and Stephanie Lee discuss quality of life, patient reported outcomes, and survivorship after transplant and CAR therapy. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/999930. The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of advertisers. This podcast is intended only for US healthcare professionals. Resources Late Effects and Long-Term Follow-Up https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31314311/ Long-Term Survivorship Care After CAR-T Cell Therapy https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37767547/ Survivorship Care Plan Outcomes for Primary Care Physicians, Cancer Survivors, and Systems: A Scoping Review https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29332213/ Late Effects After Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell Therapy for Lymphoid Malignancies https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33928266/ Cardiovascular Risk Profile of Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell Therapy https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32351816/ Feasibility and Acceptability of Using a Telehealth Platform to Monitor Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Hematopoietic Cell Transplantation Survivors at Risk for Cardiovascular Disease https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32171884/ Understanding and Addressing Disparities in Patients With Hematologic Malignancies: Approaches for Clinicians https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33793311/ Late Effects of Severe Acute Graft-versus-Host Disease on Quality of Life, Medical Comorbidities, and Survival https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36057421/ Correlation of Patient-Reported Outcomes With Clinical Organ Responses: Data From the Belumosudil Chronic Graft-versus-Host Disease Studies https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35781099/

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    27 Jun 2024

    S2 Episode 1: How Can Clinicians Address Sleep Disorders in Cancer Survivors to Improve Quantity and Quality of Life?

    Drs Ann H. Partridge and Eric S. Zhou discuss the importance of sleep for cancer survivors and how to diagnose and treat sleep disorders including medication and CBTI. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/999929. The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of advertisers. This podcast is intended only for US healthcare professionals. Resources Cancer Survivorship Guidelines https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/2500027-overview Sleep Disorders in Cancer–A Systematic Review https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34770209/ DSM-IV to DSM-5 Insomnia Disorder Comparison https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK519704/table/ch3.t36/ Referral Process to Further Evaluate Poor Sleep in Breast Cancer Survivors https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35128837/ The Survivorship Sleep Program (SSP): A Synchronous, Virtual Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia Pilot Program Among Cancer Survivors https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34914845/

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    24 Aug 2023

    S1 Episode 6: Cultural Competency and Cancer Survivorship: Humility, Lifelong Learning, and Effectively Communicating With Patients

    Drs Ann H. Partridge and Narjust Florez discuss meeting patients where they are, cultural competency and humility, patient navigation, and the importance of support communities in cancer survivorship. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape (https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/985098). The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of advertisers. This podcast is intended only for US healthcare professionals. Resources Cancer Survivorship Guidelines https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/2500027-overview Racial Disparities in Patient-reported Measures of Physician Cultural Competency Among Cancer Survivors in the United States https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31670752/ Global Public Health Equity Guiding Principles for Communication https://www.cdc.gov/globalhealth/equity/guide/cultural-humility.html Patient Navigator Program https://www.dana-farber.org/for-patients-and-families/care-and-treatment/support-services-and-amenities/patient-navigator-program/ EGFR Resisters https://egfrcancer.org/ The ROS1ders https://www.theros1ders.org/ KRAS Kickers https://www.kraskickers.org/ GO2 Foundation https://go2.org/ LUNGevity https://www.lungevity.org/ Patient Navigation a Powerful Tool for Those Living With MBC https://www.komen.org/blog/patient-navigation-a-powerful-tool-for-those-living-with-mbc/ CancerCare https://www.cancercare.org/ Financial Toxicity of Cancer Treatment: Moving the Discussion From Acknowledgement of the Problem to Identifying Solutions https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32300733/ Screening for Social Determinants of Health: An Opportunity or Unreasonable Burden? https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29989772/ Epic https://www.epic.com/

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    26 Jul 2023

    S1 Episode 5: Should We Write a Prescription for Cancer Rehab? Exploring Models of Care in Cancer Survivorship

    Drs Ann H. Partridge and Catherine M. Alfano discuss models of care in cancer survivorship, including personalized trajectories, the use of technology to improve remote care and the evolution of a new clinician: the oncocomprehensivist. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape (https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/985097). The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of advertisers. This podcast is intended only for US healthcare professionals. Resources Cancer Survivorship Guidelines https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/2500027-overview Improved Models of Care for Cancer Survivors https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35430022/ American Cancer Society https://www.cancer.org/ National Cancer Institute https://www.cancer.gov/ Social Determinants of Health https://health.gov/healthypeople/priority-areas/social-determinants-health Onconephrology: The Intersections Between the Kidney and Cancer https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32853404/ Cardio-Oncology: A New and Developing Sector of Research and Therapy in the Field of Cardiology https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30073443/ What Is Cancer Rehabilitation? https://www.cancer.net/survivorship/rehabilitation/what-cancer-rehabilitation Psychiatric and Psychosocial Implications in Cancer Care: The Agenda of Psycho-Oncology https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31915101/ Larissa Nekhlyudov, MD, MPH https://www.dana-farber.org/find-a-doctor/larissa-nekhlyudov/ Mayo Clinic Bone Marrow Transplant Program https://www.mayoclinic.org/departments-centers/bone-marrow-transplant/home/orc-20212005 Understanding the Role of Advanced Practice Providers in Oncology in the United States https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30339144/ Risk-Stratified Pathways for Cancer Survivorship Care: Insights From a Deliberative Multi-Stakeholder Consultation https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34590587/ Developing Personalized Survivorship Care Pathways in the United States: Existing Resources and Remaining Challenges https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33259060/ Leadership Commitments to Improve Value in Healthcare: Finding Common Ground: Workshop Summary https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21391347/ Oncology Nursing Society https://www.ons.org/ The Learning Health System Series https://nam.edu/programs/value-science-driven-health-care/learning-health-system-series/ Tumor DNA Sequencing https://www.cancer.gov/publications/dictionaries/cancer-terms/def/tumor-dna-sequencing Using Big Data and Predictive Analytics to Determine Patient Risk in Oncology https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31099672/ Health Analytics Types, Functions and Levels: A Review of Literature https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29968621/ Ethan Basch, MD, MSc https://www.med.unc.edu/medicine/oncology/directory/ethan-basch-md-msc/ The Importance of Patient-Reported Outcomes (Pros) in Value-Based Care Models https://www.obroncology.com/article/the-importance-of-patient-reported-outcomes-pros-in-value-based-care-models

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    27 Jun 2023

    S1 Episode 4: Living With and Beyond Cancer: Psychosocial and Psychological Support for Patients From Diagnosis Through Survivorship

    Drs Ann H. Partridge and Donald L. Rosenstein discuss psychosocial and psychological adjustments to a cancer diagnosis, treatment, and living with and beyond cancer in survivorship, including anxiety, grief, and suicidal ideation. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape (https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/985096). The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of advertisers. This podcast is intended only for US healthcare professionals. Resources The Human Side of Cancer: Living With Hope, Coping With Uncertainty; Hardcover – September 5, 2000 https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-human-side-of-cancer-jimmie-hollandsheldon-lewis?variant=32207804203042 Depression and Anxiety During the Year Before Death From Cancer https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35500323/ Psychological and Behavioral Approaches to Cancer Pain Management https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24799497/ A Literature Review of Suicide in Cancer Patients https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21946906/ Families Addressing Cancer Together (FACT): Feasibility and Acceptability of a Web-based Psychosocial Intervention for Parents With Cancer https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35831719/ Psychological and Parental Functioning of Widowed Fathers: The First Two Years https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31021128/ Parenting Through Grief: A Cross-sectional Study of Recently Bereaved Adults With Minor Children https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34423711/

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    25 May 2023

    S1 Episode 3: Let's Talk About Sex: How Can Doctors Approach the Challenging Conversation of Cancer Survivorship and Sexual Wellness?

    Drs Ann H. Partridge and Karen M. Winkfield discuss cancer survivorship, sexual health and wellness, and the importance of approaching this conversation with all patients and linking them to care. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape (https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/985095). The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of advertisers. This podcast is intended only for US healthcare professionals. Resources Cancer Survivorship Guidelines https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/2500027-overview Sexual Health and Cancer: What Providers Need to Know https://www.cancertherapyadvisor.com/home/cancer-topics/general-oncology/sexual-health-cancer-what-providers-need-to-know/2/ Vaginal Cuff Brachytherapy for Endometrial Cancer: A Review of Major Clinical Trials With a Focus on Fractionation https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35256417/ Sexual Health Toxicity in Cancer Survivors: Is There a Gender Disparity in Physician Evaluation and Intervention? https://www.redjournal.org/article/S0360-3016(20)32291-4/fulltext Vaginal Dilator Use to Promote Sexual Wellbeing After Radiotherapy in Gynecological Cancer Survivors https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35089231/ Sexuality After Cancer as an Unmet Need: Addressing Disparities, Achieving Equality https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35658499/ Health Outcomes of Sexual and Gender Minorities After Cancer: A Systematic Review https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34154645/ Sexual Health Care in Cancer Patients: A Survey of Healthcare Providers' Knowledge, Attitudes and Barriers https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32786162/ Aromatase Inhibitors https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK557856/ The Lack of Sexual Health Education in Medical Training Leaves Students and Residents Feeling Unprepared https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34711518/ Living Beyond Breast Cancer https://www.lbbc.org Sexuality and Intimacy After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-Qgpksg154 3 Black Docs https://www.3blackdocs.com/

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    26 Apr 2023

    S1 Episode 2: Cardio-oncology: Engaging a Multidisciplinary Team to Address Risk Factors for Cardiovascular Disease in Cancer Survivorship

    Drs Ann H. Partridge and Joshua D. Mitchell discuss the art and science of cardio-oncology in cancer survivorship and the importance of finding a balance between treatment and preserving heart function. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape (https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/985093). The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of advertisers. This podcast is intended only for US healthcare professionals. Resources Cancer Survivorship Guidelines https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/2500027-overview Risk Factors for Coronary Artery Disease https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/164163-overview Therapy Insight: Management of Cardiovascular Disease in Patients With Cancer and Cardiac Complications of Cancer Therapy https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/583339_2 Cardiotoxicity Associated With the Use of Trastuzumab in Breast Cancer Patients https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/568845_3 Understanding Radiation-Induced Vascular Disease https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20298931/ The Mediterranean Diet, Its Components, and Cardiovascular Disease https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25447615/ Clinical Practice Guidelines in Cardio-Oncology https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35718421/ 2019 ACC/AHA Guideline on the Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease: A Report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Task Force on Clinical Practice Guidelines https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30879355/ Why Exercise Has a Crucial Role in Cancer Prevention, Risk Reduction and Improved Outcomes https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34426823/ Mechanisms of Cardiotoxicity and the Development of Heart Failure https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26567492/ Alcohol Consumption and Heart Failure: A Systematic Review https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18417065/ Screening and Behavioral Counseling Interventions to Reduce Unhealthy Alcohol Use in Adolescents and Adults: US Preventive Services Task Force Recommendation Statement https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30422199/

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    26 Apr 2023

    S1 Episode 1: Cancer Survivorship Research: Improving Patient Care for a Growing Population of Cancer Survivors

    Drs Ann H. Partridge and Patricia A. Ganz discuss cancer survivorship, a field that emerged over the past 30 years, and the research that informs how clinicians can provide better care for patients. Relevant disclosures can be found with the episode show notes on Medscape (https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/983318). The topics and discussions are planned, produced, and reviewed independently of advertisers. This podcast is intended only for US healthcare professionals. Resources Cancer Survivorship Guidelines https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/2500027-overview Cancer Treatment and Survivorship Statistics, 2022 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35736631/ Breast Cancer Statistics, 2022 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36190501 Increasing Colorectal Cancer Incidence Before and After Age 50: Implications for Screening Initiation and Promotion of "On-Time" Screening https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34486085/ Adult Weight Gain and Adiposity-Related Cancers: A Dose-Response Meta-analysis of Prospective Observational Studies https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25757865/ Seasons of Survival: Reflections of a Physician With Cancer https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/4010738/ The 'Three Ps' of Cancer Survivorship Care https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21310037/ The Rising Incidence of Second Cancers: Patterns of Occurrence and Identification of Risk Factors for Children and Adults https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24857148/ Practical Clinical Interventions for Diet, Physical Activity, and Weight Control in Cancer Survivors https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25683894/ National Cancer Act of 1971 https://www.cancer.gov/about-nci/overview/history/national-cancer-act-1971 Accuracy of Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) for Screening to Detect Major Depression: Individual Participant Data Meta-analysis https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30967483/ Karnofsky Performance Status Revisited: Reliability, Validity, and Guidelines https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/6699671/

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