Episode 87
How Can Personalized Medicine Transform Cancer Treatment for Patients?
October 10th, 2024
39 mins 22 secs
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About this Episode
In this podcast episode, Dr. Robert Whitfield, a seasoned oncologic surgeon, and Dr. Ran Goshen, CEO of N1X10, discuss the complexities of cancer treatment and the importance of personalized medicine. Dr. Whitfield shares his personal and professional experiences, emphasizing the need for clear communication and patient-centered care. Dr. Goshen explains how his company uses genetic sequencing to tailor treatments to individual patients, highlighting a case where accurate diagnosis significantly altered treatment strategy. Dr. Whitfield and Dr. Goshen also highlight the vital role of patient advocacy in navigating cancer treatment, encouraging patients to be proactive and informed about their healthcare choices.
Show Highlights:
Discussion on Cancer as a Unique Disease (00:01:36)
Cancer's complexity and the significance of personalized medicine
Personal Genetic Material and Environmental Stressors (00:03:30)
The impact of genetics and lifestyle on cancer expression
Challenges in Health Care Systems (00:04:32)
Misaligned incentives among healthcare stakeholders affecting patient care
Rising Colorectal Cancer Rates in Young Patients (00:08:36)
Increasing incidence of colorectal cancer in younger demographics
Personal Experience with Family Cancer (00:09:23)
Dr. Whitfield shares his personal losses due to cancer and its implications on treatment decisions.
Patient Personalized Oncology Advocacy (00:11:41)
Introducing a new approach focused on patient-centered cancer advocacy
Planning and Intervention Phase (00:15:02)
The process of planning and intervention in personalized oncology advocacy
Importance of Patient Understanding (00:24:14)
Emphasizing the need for clear communication with patients during their treatment journey
Chemotherapy Response (00:27:40)
Discussion on the unusual lack of response to chemotherapy in a specific ovarian cancer case
Regret in Treatment Decisions (00:31:19)
Dr. Goshen highlights the emotional burden of regret in cancer treatment decisions.
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