Sick & Good Podcast

Sick & Good
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Dustin Mesick, RDN and Colin Goodwin, PsyD are cancer survivors inspired by their personal experiences and incorporated this into their individual career paths in nutritional services and clinical psychology, respectively. The original concept to offer a support group that focused on body and mind was shifted with the emergence of the pandemic and evolved into the virtual platform of a podcast. In choosing the name of the podcast, Sick & Good Podcast was chosen as a double entendre, incorporating the last names of the co-hosts and promoting the possibility of a dialectical nature in physical illness (sick) and overall wellness (good). The mission statement for the Sick & Good Podcast states the purpose is to have conversations with medical and other healthcare professionals related to the cancer field on broad topics ranging from diagnosis to treatment and the recovery process with the hope to provide education and levity to cancer patients, survivors and other interested listeners. 

  1. Jul 17

    Cancer and Acupuncture with Dr. David Lee, PhD

    In this episode of the Sick & Good Podcast, we sit down with Dr. David Lee, President of the Korean Acupuncture and Asian Medicine Association in Los Angeles, who has spent over 26 years helping patients through an integrative approach that combines acupuncture, traditional Eastern medicine, and personalized care. Together, we explore how acupuncture is being incorporated into supportive oncology care and discuss what current research and decades of clinical experience, can teach us about improving quality of life during cancer treatment. Topics include: -Can acupuncture play a meaningful role alongside modern cancer treatment? -Why acupuncture may improve multiple symptoms simultaneously, including pain, sleep, stress, fatigue, and overall wellbeing. How Eastern medicine approaches the whole person rather than focusing solely on disease. -Acupuncture alongside chemotherapy and supportive cancer care. -Clinical observations of changes in blood cell counts and how these should be interpreted alongside conventional oncology treatment. -The philosophy behind treating patients without relying exclusively on disease-based diagnoses. -The role and limitations of nutrition, herbs, and constitutional medicine in cancer care. -How acupuncture has evolved from a symptom-focused therapy into an increasingly recognized component of integrative oncology. -We also discuss the growing body of evidence supporting acupuncture for selected cancer-related symptoms. Organizations including the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), the Society for Integrative Oncology (SIO), and the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) now include acupuncture in clinical guidelines for certain supportive care indications, including cancer-related pain, chemotherapy-induced nausea, aromatase inhibitor-related joint pain, and chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy. -This conversation is intended for educational purposes only. Acupuncture should be viewed as a complementary therapy, not a replacement for evidence-based cancer treatment. Patients should always consult their oncology team before beginning any integrative therapy. -If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, and share to help us continue bringing evidence-informed conversations on nutrition, integrative medicine, and whole-person health.

  2. 12/23/2025

    Medical Concierge Services with Tiffany Troso-Sandoval, MD

    In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Tiffany Troso-Sandoval, a double board-certified medical oncologist with over 25 years of experience at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and the founder of Winning the Cancer Journey and Second Look Oncology. Dr. Troso shares how her decades of caring for patients with breast and gynecologic cancers inspired her to build a private practice focused on one-on-one patient advocacy and education. She breaks down what it means to serve as a medical concierge, helping patients understand their bloodwork, scan results, and treatment options while also creating customized systems to stay organized throughout the cancer journey. Dr. Troso also gives a behind-the-scenes look at her upcoming two books, the online educational modules she’s developing to demystify the treatment process, and her work as the host of The Empowered Patient Podcast, where she strives to transform the doctor–patient relationship. We also dive into her path to oncology, the populations she most frequently supports, and how she empowers patients to feel informed, confident, and in control at every stage of care.

  3. 10/03/2025

    Integrating Oncology and Primary Care with Samantha Siegel, MD

    In this episode of Sick & Good, we meet with Dr. Samantha Siegel, an onco-primary care and survivorship physician at Kaiser Permanente, and a cancer survivor herself. As the Director of Cancer Survivorship at Kaiser San Francisco and cofounder of the PCP-ONC CARES program, Dr. Siegel is transforming how patients are supported from the moment of diagnosis through long-term survivorship. Dr. Siegel shares her own cancer journey and how it has profoundly shaped her practice, blending her personal experience as a survivor with her role as a physician. We explore her passion for integrative oncology, the evolving field of onco-primary care, and the unique needs of adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer survivors. She also reflects on the future of supportive cancer care and the treatments that give her hope. Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Siegel is the host of Beyond the Clinic, AIM at Melanoma’s supportive cancer care podcast, where she continues her mission of redefining what it means to live well during and after cancer.

  4. 09/19/2025 ·  Bonus

    Dietitian CEU Bonus Episode: Thyroid Cancer Awareness & Management with Julia Diaz, RD

    Thyroid Cancer Awareness & Management: Recorded Bonus CEU Podcast Episode Start : 06/01/2025   End Date: 03/25/2028 Description: Registered Dietitian and thyroid cancer survivor Julia Diaz, RD combines her professional expertise and lived experience to guide dietitians in supporting thyroid cancer patients and survivors. This 0.75 CEU-eligible session explores risk factors, diagnosis, treatment realities, and long-term survivorship strategies. Julia provides practical tools for navigating the low iodine diet, clears up misconceptions about hormone replacement therapy, and shares insights on emerging topics such as GLP-1 medications. Learning Objectives – By the end of this session, participants will be able to: Risk Factors and Early Detection – Identify key risk factors and recognize early symptoms of thyroid cancer.Diagnosis and Prevalence – Understand diagnostic procedures and interpret prevalence and global trends.Treatment Options – Explore standard treatment approaches such as thyroidectomy and radioactive iodine therapy, including common challenges.Radioactive Iodine Therapy Preparation – Apply best practices for preparing patients with the low iodine diet and related dietary restrictions.Long-Term Recovery – Develop nutrition and lifestyle strategies to support survivorship, addressing nutrient deficiencies and weight management.Lifelong Monitoring – Recognize the importance of ongoing monitoring to minimize recurrence risk.Emerging Trends – Evaluate evolving practices in thyroid cancer management, including the role of GLP-1 medications and their impact on patient care.Recording Sections: 0:00 – Introduction & Objectives03:45 – Risk Factors & Diagnosis17:00 – Treatment Options & Advances30:55 – Nutrition & Lifestyle Management42:20 – Emerging Trends & GLP-1 Medications47:10 – Closing RemarksDisclaimer: The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (Academy) and Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) are not responsible for the provider’s interpretation of the Academy/CDR Code of Ethics for the Nutrition and Dietetics Profession or its enforcement as it relates to the scenarios and content presented in this activity. The presenter, Julia Diaz, and the Sick & Good Podcast declare that there are no conflicts of interest relevant to this recording. This session is free from commercial support or funding from non-CPE revenue sources. This re-released episode has been approved for 0.75 CEUs for dietitians, offering both evidence-based knowledge and lived wisdom for professionals navigating the complexities of thyroid cancer care. To earn your CEU, go to the link in the description. Under Bonus Episode Links, you’ll find the post-quiz link. https://sickandgood.com/home/thyroid-cancer-awareness-and-management/

  5. 08/29/2025

    Coping with Cancer with Mary Mathew, LMFT

    In this episode of the Sick & Good Podcast, we sit down with Mary Mathew, MA, LMFT licensed psychotherapist and founder of Beyond Cancer LA, a private practice dedicated to supporting cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. Mary shares insights from her recent presentation at the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation Conference, highlighting the emotional challenges that often accompany a cancer diagnosis. Together, we explore common themes such as grief, adjustment, depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress, as well as the role of internal versus external coping skills. Mary also explains what it means to look through a “cancer lens,” sharing narratives from her practice, and discusses the co-morbid mental health conditions she frequently encounters. This thoughtful conversation sheds light on the vital connection between mental health and the cancer journey, offering hope and strategies for resilience. Please follow the link to the navigate to the Beyond Care LA website and Sick & Good merch page: https://beyondcancerla.com/ https://sickandgood.com/home/shop/

  6. 06/16/2025

    Rural Cancer Care with Jess Piper, LICSW

    Jess shares her work as a social worker specializing in rural care at NaviCare. She he highlights rural health and the pivots to telehealth and how the pandemic has resulted in a resurgence of patients come back for cancer treatment. We explore ethical and moral dilemmas in treating patients in rural areas and the contribution to fragmented care. Jess relates her experience in oncology social work to line dancing and protecting her cubs. You know, like a line dancing Mama Bear.  Please follow the link to the navigate to the Navi Care Services website and Sick & Good merch page: https://www.navicareservices.com https://sickandgood.com/home/shop/

  7. 04/10/2025

    Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Research with Caroline Dorfman, PhD

    Dr. Caroline Dorfman, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences in the Duke University School of Medicine. Caroline has conducted extensive AYA cancer research and offers her findings on topics of pain, fatigue, distress and sexual reproductive health. We examine barriers for onco-fertility and reproductive preservation as financial and value-based decisions and the conversation closes on health behavior issues and difficulties in overall well-being for the AYA cancer population.  Please follow the link to Duke's Adolscent and Young Adult website and Sick & Good merch page: http://dukehealth.org/tyao https://sickandgood.com/home/shop/

  8. 02/25/2025

    Pediatric Brain Cancer with Mary Baron Nelson, PhD, RN, CPNP

    Mary Baron Nelson, PhD, RN, CPRP, is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Keck Medical School at USC. She imparts her previous clinical and research experience as a Nurse Practitioner at the Children Hospital Los Angeles in studying brain injury from childhood cancer treatment and names neurocognitive and psychosocial late effects of brain cancer treatment. She shares her approach on wellness through her various roles and highlights age-related differences between children and adults...

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Dustin Mesick, RDN and Colin Goodwin, PsyD are cancer survivors inspired by their personal experiences and incorporated this into their individual career paths in nutritional services and clinical psychology, respectively. The original concept to offer a support group that focused on body and mind was shifted with the emergence of the pandemic and evolved into the virtual platform of a podcast. In choosing the name of the podcast, Sick & Good Podcast was chosen as a double entendre, incorporating the last names of the co-hosts and promoting the possibility of a dialectical nature in physical illness (sick) and overall wellness (good). The mission statement for the Sick & Good Podcast states the purpose is to have conversations with medical and other healthcare professionals related to the cancer field on broad topics ranging from diagnosis to treatment and the recovery process with the hope to provide education and levity to cancer patients, survivors and other interested listeners. 

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  • Creator
    Sick & Good
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    31
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    Clean
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