Cancer Clear and Simple
Welcome to 'Cancer Clear and Simple,' the podcast dedicated to simplifying cancer. Join us as we discuss the world of cancer, breaking down complex concepts for our listening audience. One of our goals is to equip individuals and families dealing with cancer by providing clear, and concise insights. Through personal stories, expert interviews and practical tips, listeners are enabled to make informed decisions. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or just simply wanting information, tune in to 'Cancer Clear and Simple' for a easy-to-follow guide on understanding and coping with cancer.
Podcasting since 2024 • 16 episodes
Cancer Clear and Simple
Latest Episodes
Dr. Noelle Loconte, UW Health | Caregiving Under Pressure
Caregiving changes you. Under the pressure of serious diagnoses and relentless decisions, we talk candidly about what keeps caregivers and clinicians going—and where the system falls short. With Dr. Noelle Loconte, a GI medical oncologist and c...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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27:51
Kelsey Swenson, FNP – UW Health | Why Support Matters in Cancer Caregiving
Caregiving doesn’t pause for work shifts, school pickup, or broken cars—and it definitely doesn’t pause for a two-hour drive to chemo. We sit down with Kelsey Swenson, a pediatric nurse practitioner in hematology and oncology, to talk candidly ...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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17:19
Dr. Christian Capitini │ Behind the Caregiver
Caregivers carry cancer care far beyond the hospital walls. We sit down with Dr. Christian Capitini, acting director of the UW Carbone Cancer Center, to explore the unseen work families do—learning medical language on the fly, managing beeping ...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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33:36
Dr. Monica Patel │ Clinical Trials: Not a Last Resort
Dr. Monica Patel, medical oncologist at UW Health, shares her expertise on clinical trials in cancer care and the importance of ensuring equitable access for all communities. She challenges common misconceptions while providing practical guidan...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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19:57
Michael’s Stage 3 Melanoma Story
What happens when the person designing cancer treatment technology suddenly becomes the patient? In this powerful episode, software engineer Michael Wilson shares his journey from coding radiotherapy machines to battling stage 3 melanoma....
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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18:04
