Best Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Podcasts (2024)

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Breast Cancer Treatment Part 2: Chemo, Hormone Therapy and Life After Treatment 28:17

8d ago28:17

28:17

In this episode (part 2 of 2), Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes speaks with a team of MSK experts to explore the complexities of breast cancer treatment and life afterwards. Breast medical oncologist Dr. Julia Brockway-Marchello and nurse Jenna Galinsky explain chemotherapy and hormone therapy, their potential side effects, and ways they can be alleviated. …

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How to Talk to Children about Cancer 29:43

1M ago29:43

29:43

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes speaks with two MSK clinical social workers, Hadley Maya and Natalie Santos, about how parents who've been diagnosed with cancer can talk to their children. They offer compassionate guidance on being honest with kids to prepare them for changes in family routines or treatment side effects, helping them feel …

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Detox: A Method for Maintaining Health 0:52

2M ago0:52

0:52

Dr. Ralph La Guardia, author and physician Board Certified in Bariatric, Geriatric, and Internal Medicine discusses ways to detox and stay healthy. Dr. Ralph La Guardia is a triple specialized physician in Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, and Bariatrics. He is also the author of The Doomsday Book of Medicine, The Bible of Alternative Medicine, and In…

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What's Causing Cancer Rates to Rise in Gen X and Millennials? 23:22

2M ago23:22

23:22

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes speaks with MSK physician-scientist Dr. Karuna Ganesh and epidemiologist Dr. Caitlin Murphy about the troubling rise in cancer rates among younger generations, specifically people born in the 1980s (Gen X) and 1990s (Millennials). The latest research suggests prenatal exposures, environmental toxins, and var…

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Privacy: Does it Exist in the Digital Age? 4:46

2M ago4:46

4:46

Mr. J.D. Tuccille contributing, editor of Reason.com discusses the trade-off between convenience and privacy. Is it worth it? J.D. Tuccille is a former managing editor of Reason.com and current contributing editor. Having started his online career in the days of proprietary online services, and seen them swept away by the Internet, he’s a believer …

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Sound Vibrations: A Modality for Healing 37:56

2M ago37:56

37:56

Kathleen Nagy, The Sound Lady who specializes in Voice Energy Analysis and Acoustic Biofeedback describes how sound vibrations can empower people to be their own healer. Kathleen Nagy, known as The Sound Lady, offers a unique approach to holistic wellness through Sound Energy. With over 20 years of experience as a BioAcoustic Research Associate, sh…

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Youth Mental Health: The Core of the Issue 48:48

3M ago48:48

48:48

Lynne Taylor, educational researcher and consultant, writer, and speaker known as The Common Core Diva discusses the creation of the youth mental health core and how that will affect society. The Colorado announcement: https://servecolorado.colorado.gov/ymhc The CDC study referred to in an education media article: https://www.k12dive.com/news/youth…

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Inflation and the Inflation Café: What You Should Know 1:17

3M ago1:17

1:17

Kerry Lutz, the founder of The Financial Survival Network discusses inflation and strategies to navigate and thrive in challenging times. Kerry Lutz has been a student of Austrian Economics since 1977. While attending Pace University, he stumbled upon an extensive cache of Austrian Economic literature in a dark, musty, abandoned section of the scho…

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Could Popular Weight Loss Drugs Help Prevent Cancer? 17:51

3M ago17:51

17:51

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes sits down with MSK’s Dr. Neil Iyengar, a nationally recognized expert on the relationship between obesity, metabolic health, and cancer. Together, they discuss the intriguing connection between a new class of weight loss drugs, called GLP-1 agonists, and cancer risk reduction. They explore how medications li…

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Herbal Medicine and Other Powerful Treatment Options 14:41

3M ago14:41

14:41

Marina Buksov, functional pharmacist and host of the Holistic Pharmacy Podcast, joins Dr. George to discuss the power of alternative and herbal medicine to expand less invasive treatment options for patients. Marina Buksov is also a Mental Fitness & Health Coach, Herbal Educator, and lifelong learner of the Healing Arts. She is the creator of Build…

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Homeopathy, An Eye-Opening Discussion 14:23

3M ago14:23

14:23

Dr. Edward Kondrot homeopathic Ophthalmologist, author and the surgical director of sight.org joins Dr. George to discuss natural ways and treatment breakthroughs to maintain the health of your eyes. Dr. Kondrot, has been named President of the board of the Arizona Homeopathic & Integrative Medical Association (AHIMA), a 27-year-old state associati…

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What Everyone Should Know About Skin Cancer: Risks, Myths & Prevention 21:47

4M ago21:47

21:47

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes is joined by Dr. Erica Lee, a dermatologist and Mohs surgeon at MSK, to discuss misconceptions around who can get skin cancer, how it presents on different skin types, and practical sun safety tips to help prevent skin cancer. They break down the different types of skin cancer, including basal cell carcinoma…

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Breast Cancer Treatment Part 1: Surgery, Radiation and Reconstruction 25:16

5M ago25:16

25:16

In this episode (part 1 of 2), Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes speaks with a team of MSK experts to demystify three breast cancer treatment options: surgery, radiation, and reconstruction. Breast surgeon Dr. Tracy-Ann Moo explains the difference between a lumpectomy and a mastectomy, and why one isn’t always better than the other. Radiation oncologist Dr. …

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Episode 4: Keren Leshem of OCON Therapeutics: Safety in Innovation 22:27

5M ago22:27

22:27

Keren Leshem is Chief Executive Officer at OCON Therapeutics, which develops innovative and safe intra-uterine medical solutions inspired by women’s bodies and anatomy, She is also a board director at Aspivix, and was recently awarded Best Women’s HealthTech CEO 2023 in the Global CEO Excellence Awards. She holds a number of other Board Roles and i…

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Episode 3: Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center: Straight Talk, Head On 32:46

5M ago32:46

32:46

Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes is a top NYC Oncologist from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. She is the creator and host of the award-winning monthly podcast Cancer Straight Talk from MSKCC where she leans in and tackles the subject of cancer head on, in English and Spanish. A noted clinical investigator, Diane served previously as President of MSK…

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Episode 2: Jessica Karr of Coyote Ventures: Innovation in Healthcare, Innovation in Building Visibility 26:51

5M ago26:51

26:51

Jessica Karr is the founder and managing director of Coyote Ventures, an investment firm that focuses on backing founders who are solving problems that disproportionately affect overlooked populations with a foundation in women’s health. She is also a limited partner of Portfolia FemTech II Fund, designed for women who want to back entrepreneurial …

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Episode 1: Dr. Tara Bishop of Black Opal Ventures - Transforming Healthcare Through Technology 31:00

5M ago31:00

31:00

Dr. Tara Bishop is passionate about improving health and healthcare. In her twenty-year career as a physician executive, Tara has on-the-ground experience in delivery system improvement, health policy, payer operations, product development, value-based care, and start-ups. She is the founder and managing director of Black Opal Ventures, a venture c…

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Episode 2: Special Collaboration - Trailer - The Mindshare Podcast and Fiftyfaces Productions - Women's Health in the Spotlight 5:20

5M ago5:20

5:20

Inspiring people advancing women’s health This podcast series builds on our successful global Women-in-Tech healthcare series, as well as our capsule collections focused on maternal mortality and changemakers in medicine and science. With a focus on profiling inspiring healthcare professionals, investors, tech professionals, entrepreneurs, and capi…

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Overcoming Gender Bias in Healthcare: How Women Should Talk to Their Doctors 18:58

6M ago18:58

18:58

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Comen, author of "All in Her Head: The Truth and Lies Early Medicine Taught Us About Women's Health and Why It Matters Today." They discuss ways to empower women to advocate for their health when talking to doctors, and how a historic gender bias in medical research has influence…

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Women in Cancer: Meet Three Trailblazers at MSK 24:43

7M ago24:43

24:43

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes speaks with 3 women breaking new ground in the field of cancer research: Dr. Karuna Ganesh studies metastasis and how cancer spreads, Dr. Chrysothemis Brown is unlocking secrets of our immune system to fight cancer, and Marie-Josée Kravis has donated generously to support women in cancer research. Together, …

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Privacy and Protecting Your Digital Identity 53:26

8M ago53:26

53:26

Gabriel Custodiet is the host of The Watchman Privacy Podcast and the author of books on privacy and Bitcoin. His work investigates freedom and secrecy techniques as well as individualist philosophy and minimalism. He has been living a pure privacy lifestyle for the last several years. All of this can be found at watchmanprivacy.com. [Watchman Priv…

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Barter Networks and Business Growth 53:55

8M ago53:55

53:55

Laurie Sossa is the Founder of SBC Global Barter network. Her SBC platform consists of thousands of businesses that subscribe and reciprocate with networks with 50,000 businesses that buy and sell with the cashless currency. Laurie and her SBC Network received a proclamation and resolution from the state of Georgia recognizing the economic impact, …

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Advice and Support for Cancer Caregivers 22:33

8M ago22:33

22:33

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes speaks with Dr. Allison Applebaum, founder of the Caregivers Clinic at MSK, about the need to support cancer caregivers. She shares her own experience with her father and offers practical advice on navigating the healthcare system. This episode includes tips for managing intense emotions like anger, grief an…

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Finding Peace at the End of Life & Preparing for Death from Cancer 24:10

9M ago24:10

24:10

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes has a meaningful conversation with Dr. Alan Carver, an MSK neurologist specializing in end-of-life and palliative care, and Hadley Vlahos, a hospice nurse with over 1 million social followers and author of "The In-Between: Unforgettable Encounters During Life's Final Moments." Together, they offer advice for…

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Demystifying Clinical Trials: A Comprehensive Guide to The Science of Hope 23:06

10M ago23:06

23:06

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes and Dr. Alex Drilon, Chief of MSK's Early Drug Development Service, answer the most common questions about participating in clinical trials. Through hearing the experience of patients, they discuss the practical aspects as well as the fears and misconceptions associated with clinical trials. They explain the…

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Building Biologist Reveals Integral Connection to Home and Health 1:39

10M ago1:39

1:39

Cathy Cooke, a certified Holistic Nutritionist, Building Biologist and Electromagnetic Radiation Specialist discusses the integral connection between your home and health. As a certified expert in Holistic Nutrition and Building Biology, Cathy digs deep to address underlying imbalances in the body from a functional medicine perspective as well as a…

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Centralization of Power at the Expense of the Family 57:36

11M ago57:36

57:36

Lynne Taylor, educational researcher and consultant, writer, and speaker known as The Common Core Diva, re-joins Dr. George to discuss how schools are being used to change the social fabric of society and how it may be designed to enhance centralization of power at the expense of the family. Lynne Taylor has been the Common Core and National Standa…

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Individualized Healthcare: The Benefits of Working with an Independent Physician 59:10

11M ago59:10

59:10

Dr. Singleton, a Board-Certified Anesthesiologist and constitutional lawyer discusses the power of the patient to find quality, affordable, and individualized healthcare by seeking care with an independent physician. Dr. Singleton is a board-certified anesthesiologist and past president of the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons. She gr…

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The American Dream: A Thing of the Past? 57:46

11M ago57:46

57:46

James Gorrie writer, author, discusses how Wall Street has worked to destroy the American Dream and how we can retrieve it. James Gorrie writes professionally on a variety of topics, such as fintech and cybersecurity. On his website, The Banana Republican, he covers a wider range of topics like current events, China – a topic all itself, the econom…

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Health Consciousness and Awakening to Self-Healing 56:57

11M ago56:57

56:57

Lisa Warner is an Awakener and a Pioneer in Health Consciousness. Upon finding herself facing ‘cancer’, she decided to learn how to heal herself…without medical intervention. Upon realizing that her body healed cuts, bruises, breaks and sprains naturally and automatically, she saw no reason why it wouldn’t heal ‘cancer’…or any other ‘disease’…natur…

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What Makes Life Meaningful? (Encore) 19:55

12M ago19:55

19:55

We’re listening back to one of our favorite episodes from December 2022. While the holidays are meant to be a season of celebration, reflection and spending time with family and friends, it can also be a time of anxiety, grief or loneliness for those living with the reality of cancer. How does one find peace and meaning in the swarm of emotions tha…

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Emotional Freedom Technique: How it Works and Benefits You 55:37

12M ago55:37

55:37

Jennifer Scribner, Functional Nutritional Therapy practitioner and certified GAPS practitioner joins Dr. George to discuss the power of how the emotional freedom technique can lead to balance. Jennifer Scribner is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner trained by Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride in 2011. Her specialty is helping people learn and…

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Rx Kids: Not the Prescription We Need! 57:13

12M ago57:13

57:13

Lynne Taylor, educational researcher and consultant, writer, and speaker known as The Common Core Diva, re-joins Dr. George to discuss Rx Kids, the newest scheme that will use the education system to further empower the government. Lynne Taylor has been the Common Core and National Standards in education warrior since 2009. She is a recognized spea…

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Electromagnetic Radiation: The Dangers and Prevention 56:24

12M ago56:24

56:24

Mr. Bill Cadwallader, MBA, EMRS a certified electromagnetic radiation specialist joins Dr. George to discuss electromagnetic radiation, how it affects your health, your privacy, and the environment. Bill has completed advanced studies in Electromagnetic Radiation. Accordingly, he detects and reduces all of the associated threats. This includes thre…

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Can Social Media Really Foster True Connection? 54:33

1y ago54:33

54:33

Dr. Leah Snodgrass is a Board-Certified child, adolescent, and general adult psychiatrist who serves as Associate Professor and Chair of Behavioral Health at Lincoln memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine. She joins Dr. George to discuss interpersonal communications in the age of social media and how can we communicate/connect b…

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Could CAR T-Cell Therapy Be a Cure for Some Cancers? 22:44

1y ago22:44

22:44

Discover the revolutionary potential of CAR T-cell therapy as a possible cure for some types of cancer. In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes speaks with the pioneer of CAR T-cell therapy, MSK immunologist Dr. Michel Sadelain, as well as cellular therapist Dr. Jae Park, about the intricate process of modifying a patient’s own immune cells to tar…

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Trauma and God: The Connection that Heals 54:15

1y ago54:15

54:15

Kelly Hawley, an ordained minister and the founder and Executive Director of Warrior Bride Ministries joins Dr. George to discuss how mind, body and a connection to God is instrumental in healing those who have deep seated trauma. This ministry specializes in inner healing and deliverance for survivors of ritual abuse and child exploitation. For ov…

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Electropollution: How to Protect Yourself 57:24

1y ago57:24

57:24

Brandon LaGreca, Lac, MAcOM author, speaker and holistic medical practitioner, joins Dr. George to discuss how to protect yourself from the negative effects of electropollution and how the mind can be the most powerful tool to prevent illness such as cancer. He is nationally certified in the practice of Oriental medicine. In 2015, Brandon was diagn…

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Origins of the Homeless Crisis 57:33

1y ago57:33

57:33

Wesley J. Smith, lawyer, award winning author, and Chair and Fellow at the Discovery Institute’s Center For Human Exceptionalism joins Dr. George to explore the policies that have led to the homeless crisis. Wesley J. Smith is an award-winning author, international lecturer and public speaker. He left the full-time practice of law in 1985 to pursue…

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Small Business Resilience and How to Thrive in Uncertain Times 5:19

1y ago5:19

5:19

Returning guest Kerry Lutz, the founder of The Financial Survival Network, joins Dr. George to discuss what small business owners can do to make their business more resilient in order to thrive in uncertain financial times. Kerry Lutz has been a student of Austrian Economics since 1977. While attending Pace University, he stumbled upon an extensive…

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Sustainable Development Goals: Helping or Controlling Us? 23:58

1y ago23:58

23:58

Lynne Taylor, educational researcher and consultant, writer, and speaker known as The Common Core Diva, re-joins Dr. George to discuss sustainable development goals. What are they? Are they going to be used to help or control us? Lynne Taylor has been the Common Core and National Standards in education warrior since 2009. She is a recognized speake…

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Discover Bentonite Clay: Detox and Heal 59:12

1y ago59:12

59:12

Perry Arledge, author of Calcium Bentonite Clay: Nature’s Pathway to Healing joins Dr. George to discuss the ways this detox clay can safely and effectively help people in a plethora of ways through detoxing, alkalizing, stimulating and balancing. Perry Arledge has been an ongoing student in the study of Bentonite Clays since the early 1990’s. It w…

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Early-Stage Prostate Cancer: Know Your Treatment Options 25:08

1y ago25:08

25:08

Learn what you need to know about early-stage prostate cancer, from risk factors to treatment options and how to tackle their side effects. In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes is joined by medical oncologist Dr. Dana Rathkopf, radiation oncologist Dr. Sean McBride, and urologic surgeon Dr. Behfar Ehdaie. Together, they provide an overview of t…

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Guía para hombres sobre el sexo y el cáncer 20:17

1y ago20:17

20:17

Spanish episode #4 | Episodio #4 en español En este episodio, la Dra. Diane Reidy-Lagunes habla con el Dr. José Flores, cirujano urológico de MSK, sobre el tema de la salud sexual de los hombres después de un diagnóstico de cáncer. Es un tema que a menudo se pasa por alto, pero es de vital importancia. Exploran el amplio espectro de la disfunción s…

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Sandy Alderson's Playbook for Cancer and Why Teamwork is Key 20:24

1y ago20:24

20:24

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes talks with former New York Mets president and MSK patient, Sandy Alderson, along with his dedicated team of doctors at Memorial Sloan Kettering. They discuss Sandy’s unique journey with appendix cancer and how experts from various disciplines came together to save his life, a testament to MSK’s multidiscipli…

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The Truth and Consequences of ESG 56:06

1y ago56:06

56:06

Dr. Daniel Sutter Ph.D., Professor of Economics at Troy University discusses economic, social, and governance (ESG) – truth and consequences. Dr. Sutter is the Charles G. Koch Professor of Economics with the Manuel H. Johnson Center for Political Economy at Troy University and is a Ph.D. graduate of George Mason University. His research has examine…

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Low Toxic Home: Things You Need to Consider 56:17

1y ago56:17

56:17

Jennifer Scribner, Functional Nutritional Therapy practitioner and certified GAPS practitioner joins Dr. George to discuss solutions to create a low toxic home. She was trained by Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride in 2011. Her specialty is helping people learn and follow this specific diet to address autism and complex digestive and autoimmune condition…

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Government Plans: Health & Education Decisions Affecting Family Structure 57:17

1y ago57:17

57:17

Lynne Taylor, educational researcher and consultant, writer, and speaker known as The Common Core Diva provides an update on the advancement of government plans to further encroach on the rights of parents to make health and education decisions that will affect the family structure. Lynne Taylor has been the Common Core and National Standards in ed…

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American Healthcare: In with the New and Out with the Old? 57:24

1y ago57:24

57:24

Dr. Marilyn Singleton, a Board-Certified Anesthesiologist and the past president of The American Association of Physicians and Surgeons discusses the state of our healthcare system. What can we learn from the past and the present to create a better future? She graduated from Stanford and earned her MD at UCSF Medical School. Dr. Singleton completed…

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Artificial Intelligence vs. Cancer 20:21

1y ago20:21

20:21

In this episode, Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes sits down with MSK’s Chief of Computational Oncology, Sohrab Shah, and Chair of the Department of Radiology, Lawrence H. Schwartz, to discuss the transformative role of artificial intelligence in cancer care. They explore how A.I. is making a real impact in radiology, from reducing the time patients spend ge…

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