This is Cancer

Season 2 Trailer

"This is Cancer" returns for a second season - honest, compelling, and inspiring stories from cancer patients and the physicians who put forth miraculous efforts to treat them. This series is the perfect companion podcast - not only for people who’ve been touched by cancer, but for those of us who simply love the human experience. Brought to you by Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, National Leaders in Cancer. "This is Cancer" premieres everywhere May 10th.
“This is Cancer” is brought to you by Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, and produced at Spot Content Studio in St. Louis, MO.
For more information, visit siteman.wustl.edu

Bonus Episode: Cancer Treatment is Never One-Size-Fits-All

Resources, age, and mindset each play a key role in developing cancer treatment plans. Washington University radiation oncologist Lannis Hall, MD, MPH and former Siteman radiation therapist Larissa Bullock discuss how they take patients’ unique challenges, like food insecurity, transportation, fertility, and psychological health, into account. Both explain why expert cancer care includes real support for tangible needs. 
 
“This is Cancer” is brought to you by Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, and produced at Spot Content Studio in St. Louis, MO.
 
For more information on Siteman Cancer Center, go to:
https://siteman.wustl.edu/
https://siteman.wustl.edu/prevention/pecad/
https://siteman.wustl.edu/treatment/survivorship/
https://siteman.wustl.edu/visiting/patient-and-family-services/
 

Bonus Episode: Differentiating Leukemia and Lymphoma

Why are two dissimilar cancers so commonly confused? Washington University radiation oncologist Maria Thomas, MD, PhD, and Washington University medical oncologist Neha Mehta-Shah, MD explain the differences and similarities of leukemia and lymphoma.
 
“This is Cancer” is brought to you by Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, and produced at Spot Content Studio in St. Louis, MO.
 
For more information on topics discussed in this episode, go to:
https://siteman.wustl.edu/
https://siteman.wustl.edu/treatment/cancer-types/leukemia/https://siteman.wustl.edu/treatment/cancer-types/lymphoma/ 

Bonus Episode: The Agony of the Biopsy Wait

Host, Laura Susic, recently underwent genetic counseling - which resulted in her qualification for increased screenings. In this bonus episode, Laura shares the anxiety and stress she felt when Washington University physicians found a suspicious lump during her first breast MRI. Laura relates to co-host, Patrick, about the agony of waiting for the biopsy results and the fear of hearing, “This is Cancer.”
 
“This is Cancer” is brought to you by Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, and produced at Spot Content Studio in St. Louis, MO.
 
For more information on Siteman Cancer Center, go to:
https://siteman.wustl.edu/
 

”Keep Choosing Positivity”

In Episode 8 of This is Cancer, we honor the life of our colleague and dear friend, Jenny Miller. In the summer of 2022, the 33-year-old mother of two was diagnosed with a rare, stage-4 adrenal cancer. While Jenny was in treatment, she wanted to share her story on the podcast. Sadly, she passed away just two months later. You'll hear Jenny's inspiring attitude and the unwavering positivity she used to face her diagnosis. Her colleague and close friend, Rachel Cliffe, joins us to share the joy of knowing her and the grief that came with losing her. We want to thank Jenny's husband and family for allowing us to share this episode. We love you, Jenny. 
 
“This is Cancer” is brought to you by Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, and produced at Spot Content Studio in St. Louis, MO.
 
For more information on topics discussed in this episode, go to:
https://siteman.wustl.edu/

Losing a Loved One

In 2021, our host Patrick (a cancer survivor himself) lost his father, Paul, to skin cancer. Washington University medical oncologist Jesse Keller, MD, who cared for Paul for years, joins us to reflect on the relationships that form between doctors, patients and their families. We also explore the value of hospice care as another form of treating cancer. 
 
“This is Cancer” is brought to you by Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, and produced at Spot Content Studio in St. Louis, MO.
 
For more information on topics discussed in this episode, go to:
https://siteman.wustl.edu/
https://siteman.wustl.edu/visiting/patient-and-family-services/kidscan/
https://siteman.wustl.edu/prevention/genetic-counseling/
https://siteman.wustl.edu/treatment/cancer-types/skin/symptoms-risk-and-prevention/

Tour de Force

When Justin noticed a dip in his competitive cycling performance, a visit to the chiropractor led to the discovery of Hodgkin's lymphoma. Washington University radiation oncologist Maria Thomas, MD, PhD, and Washington University medical oncologist Neha Mehta-Shah, MD, recount Justin's elite perseverance and championship attitude that got him through a marathon of chemotherapy, radiation and a stem cell transplant.
 
“This is Cancer” is brought to you by Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, and produced at Spot Content Studio in St. Louis, MO.
 
For more information on topics discussed in this episode, go to:
https://siteman.wustl.edu/
https://siteman.wustl.edu/visiting/patient-and-family-services/kidscan/
https://siteman.wustl.edu/prevention/genetic-counseling/
https://siteman.wustl.edu/treatment/cancer-types/skin/symptoms-risk-and-prevention/

Family Matters

Because Danielle has a strong family history of breast cancer, her doctor continuously pushed her to get genetic counseling. And it’s a good thing she did – Danielle’s assessment led to the discovery of breast cancer in its early stages, when it’s easier to treat. Now, Danielle is a survivor and eager to share her journey. Washington University geneticist Amy Cyr, MD, joins the conversation to emphasize the need for more awareness about genetic screenings and counseling. She also discusses how she recently helped our host, Laura, make a plan for her own genetic breast cancer risk.
 
“This is Cancer” is brought to you by Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, and produced at Spot Content Studio in St. Louis, MO.
 
For more information on topics discussed in this episode, go to:
https://siteman.wustl.edu/
https://siteman.wustl.edu/prevention/mammography/locations/mammography-van/ 
https://siteman.wustl.edu/prevention/ydr/
https://siteman.wustl.edu/prevention/genetic-counseling/

Impossible is Nothing

Teri was training to qualify for the Ironman World Championship when she was diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer in 2009. Now, over a decade later, she is considered to have no evidence of disease. Teri shares her incredible story of resilience in the hopes of inspiring others and saving lives. She is joined by Washington University gastroenterologist Jean Wang, MD, PhD, to talk about advances in treatment and the importance of early detection.
 
“This is Cancer” is brought to you by Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, and produced at Spot Content Studio in St. Louis, MO.
 
For more information on topics discussed in this episode, go to:
https://siteman.wustl.edu/
https://siteman.wustl.edu/visiting/patient-and-family-services/siteman-psychology-service/
https://siteman.wustl.edu/treatment/cancer-types/skin/symptoms-risk-and-prevention/
https://siteman.wustl.edu/prevention/smoking-cessation-program/
https://www.poweredbyhope.org/
https://www.pedalthecause.org/

Surrender to Your Situation

Sometimes, the best way to deal with a cancer diagnosis is to accept that we can’t always control it. In this episode, ovarian cancer survivor Larissa and Washington University radiation oncologist Lannis Hall, MD, MPH, reflect on their relationship and how they went from former coworkers at Siteman to cancer patient and doctor.
 
“This is Cancer” is brought to you by Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, and produced at Spot Content Studio in St. Louis, MO.
 
For more information on topics discussed in this episode, go to:
https://siteman.wustl.edu/
https://siteman.wustl.edu/prevention/ydr/
https://siteman.wustl.edu/visiting/patient-and-family-services/kidscan/
www.yourdiseaserisk.comhttps://siteman.wustl.edu/prevention/genetic-counseling/