Cancer-Free Frontier

Huntsman Cancer Institute
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Cancer-Free Frontier

What is a cancer-free frontier? Huntsman Cancer Institute investigates the challenges and triumphs of delivering future where all patients throughout the Mountain West have access cutting-edge cancer treatment, leading to a cure or survival. Host Heather Simonsen encourages us to envision the bright future ahead by speaking with Huntsman Cancer Institute’s most brilliant minds in science and medicine. Links: https://healthcare.utah.edu/huntsmancancerinstitute/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstitute/ Instagram: huntsmancancerinstitute X: @huntsmancancer

Episodes

  1. Engaging Communities to Advance a Cancer-free Frontier Part 2

    JUN 18

    Engaging Communities to Advance a Cancer-free Frontier Part 2

    We discuss Huntsman Cancer Institute's innovative community partnerships to end cancer, including unique strategies involving dentists and peer-to-peer teen advocacy to address challenges like teen vaping.

    23 min
  2. Engaging Communities to Advance a Cancer-free Frontier Part 1

    JUN 4

    Engaging Communities to Advance a Cancer-free Frontier Part 1

    In this episode, we explore how community outreach istransforming cancer care for the diverse populations of the Mountain West. We also examine the methods and successes of this approach.

    39 min
  3. Closing the Historic Care Gap for American Indians

    MAY 7

    Closing the Historic Care Gap for American Indians

    In this hour, we delve into the historic care gap for American Indians and Alaskan Natives in the Mountain West. We find solutions— from understanding cultural norms to addressing intergenerational trauma.

    39 min
  4. Providing Care to All: Addressing Health Care Disparities in Areas Characterized by Persistent Poverty

    APR 2

    Providing Care to All: Addressing Health Care Disparities in Areas Characterized by Persistent Poverty

    Discover how poverty acts as a carcinogen and join Dr. Dave Wetter's groundbreaking mission. Engaging Huntsman Cancer Institute scientists, they're transforming care for low-income communities, tackling cancer at its root.

    28 min
  5. Serving the Mountain West by training the Next Generation of Cancer Providers Part 2

    MAR 6

    Serving the Mountain West by training the Next Generation of Cancer Providers Part 2

    As new immigrants to the United States from Mexico, Jose Hernandez’s family faced tough odds. His father was deported shortly after his birth, and his mother struggled to keep food on the table and raise him alone. Jose learned the power of resilience and determination at a young age, and when the opportunity arose to conduct research alongside some of the brightest minds in oncology, he jumped at the chance.

    31 min
  6. Serving the Mountain West by Training the Next Generation of Cancer Providers Part 1

    MAR 6

    Serving the Mountain West by Training the Next Generation of Cancer Providers Part 1

    A special mentorship program gives bright students from tough circumstances a chance to work in the lab alongside cancer investigators. It also gives teachers the opportunity to learn creative ways to inspire their students. We talk with Don Ayer and Anna Marsden about the PathMakerprogram and how its breaking down walls and training the next generation of scientists.

    54 min
  7. Bringing Care to the Communities we Serve: Huntsman at Home

    FEB 6

    Bringing Care to the Communities we Serve: Huntsman at Home

    Marcene Littledike and her team with Huntsman at Home know, “A liter of fluid is a lifeline.” The unique program brings the same high level of care to patients’ doorsteps.

    25 min
  8. Raising the Standard of Care Across the Mountain West

    JAN 2

    Raising the Standard of Care Across the Mountain West

    Serving patients in rural and frontier counties comes with unique challenges and triumphs. Katie Kerrigan, oncologist at Huntsman Cancer Institute, and Megan Provost, rural patient outreach advocate, share their experiences.

    36 min
  9. The Long Road to Treatment Part 2

    12/04/2023

    The Long Road to Treatment Part 2

    Heather Simonsen interviews Jakob Jensen, PhD, member of the cancer control and populations sciences program at Huntsman Cancer Institute and professor in the department of communications and associate dean for research in the College of Humanities at the University of Utah.

    49 min
  10. The Long Road to Treatment Part 1

    12/04/2023

    The Long Road to Treatment Part 1

    Heather Simonsen interviews PJ DiPentino, bladder cancer patient at Huntsman Cancer Institute, his wife, Lexi, and Amelia Thelin, patient navigator at Huntsman Cancer Institute, about what it means to deliver a cancer-free frontier.

    38 min
  11. Delivering a Cancer-Free Frontier - Part 2

    11/08/2023

    Delivering a Cancer-Free Frontier - Part 2

    Heather Simonsen interviews Neli Ulrich, PhD, MS and Sach Apte, MD, MS, MBA about what it means to deliver a cancer-free frontier.

    33 min
  12. Delivering a Cancer-free Frontier - Part 1

    11/02/2023

    Delivering a Cancer-free Frontier - Part 1

    Heather Simonsen interviews Brin Coombs, ovarian cancer patient at Huntsman Cancer Institute, about what it means to deliver a cancer-free frontier.

    26 min
  • 12 Episodes

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About

What is a cancer-free frontier? Huntsman Cancer Institute investigates the challenges and triumphs of delivering future where all patients throughout the Mountain West have access cutting-edge cancer treatment, leading to a cure or survival. Host Heather Simonsen encourages us to envision the bright future ahead by speaking with Huntsman Cancer Institute’s most brilliant minds in science and medicine. Links: https://healthcare.utah.edu/huntsmancancerinstitute/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HuntsmanCancerInstitute/ Instagram: huntsmancancerinstitute X: @huntsmancancer

Information

  • Creator
    Huntsman Cancer Institute
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Huntsman Cancer Institute
  • Show Website
    Cancer-Free Frontier

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