Oncology Revolution

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, Amy Comander, MD, a medical oncologist, Medical Director of the Mass General Cancer Center in Waltham, Director of Breast Oncology and Cancer Survivorship, and Director of Lifestyle Medicine, explores what happens after cancer treatment ends and how care teams can better support patients through survivorship. Drawing from her clinical work at Mas...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, Deborah Doherty, a physical therapist, educator, researcher, and expert in oncology rehabilitation and survivorship care explores the critical role of rehabilitation in supporting function, movement, and quality of life across the cancer continuum. Drawing from her clinical and academic experience, Deborah highlights how exercise, prehabilitation...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, Gilleanne Lenart - occupational therapist, oncology rehabilitation specialist, and clinical lead at Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, explores the critical role of cancer rehabilitation in supporting function, independence, and quality of life across the cancer continuum. Drawing from her clinical experience, Gilleanne highlights how occupati...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, Dani Binnington - breast cancer survivor, well-being advocate, and founder of Menopause and Cancer - shares how treatment-induced menopause can profoundly shape life after cancer. Diagnosed at 33 and later facing surgical menopause due to a BRCA mutation, Dani transformed her personal experience into a global movement supporting women navigating...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, David Roze, a biological dentist and founder of Roze BioHealth, explains how oral health influences inflammation, immunity, and systemic balance. Trained in dental surgery and neuroscience, he blends evidence-based dentistry with integrative medicine to show how the mouth can be both a messenger and a mirror of overall health. What to keep in min...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, we chat with Sandra Scheinbaum, Founder and CEO of the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy (FMCA), about why health coaches are becoming essential members of collaborative care teams. With nearly 50 years of experience as a psychologist, educator, and advocate, Sandra shares how health coaching brings connection, accountability, and compassion b...

Season 2 of the Oncology Revolution Podcast is out - and it opens with a powerful conversation on mind, body and identity. In this first episode, we speak with Renee Exelbert, a licensed psychologist and certified personal trainer who brings together clinical expertise, lived experience and a deep understanding of the mind-body connection. Renee shares both her personal and professional journey in...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, we chat with Meghan McHugh, an Oncology Certified Nurse and Manager of the Lung Cancer Screening Program at Advocate Health, overseeing care across 50 locations and 26,000 patients each year. Meghan shares how early detection and community partnerships are changing outcomes around lung cancer. Meghan's advices: •Screening catches diseases ear...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, we delve into the science and implementation of exercise in cancer care, with Associate Professor at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences Tormod S. Nilsen. From resistance training and soccer-based interventions to managing fatigue and improving daily function, Tormod shares evidence and practical insights that show why exercise isn’t optional...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, we welcome Shelby Yaceczko, a registered dietitian and doctor of clinical nutrition, for a conversation about how evidence-based nutrition supports resilience and recovery throughout cancer care. Shelby shares her journey from sports nutrition and critical care to oncology, explaining how food and muscle health work together to help patients rega...

Following up the previous episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, we continue our discussion with Dr. Arif Kamal on making humanized care operational. We look at rebuilding trust, redesigning clinical trials with real lives in mind, and improving navigation so patients get clear information, plain-language consent, and support that fits their daily reality. We explore topics such as: •Trials t...

In this two-part conversation of the Oncology Revolution Podcast with Dr. Arif Kamal, an MD, Chief Patient Officer at the American Cancer Society, practicing oncologist and palliative care physician, we dive into what it really means to humanize care after cancer: bringing compassion earlier in the journey, centering what matters to patients and caregivers, and treating resilience as a skill that...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, we're joined by Matthew Zachary, a brain cancer survivor, founder of Stupid Cancer, and creator of Out of Patients, in a conversation about what real patient advocacy means today. Drawing from decades of experience leading movements and building communities, Matthew shares how empathy, storytelling, and trust can transform the relationship betwee...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, we sit down with Beatriz Subtil, a PhD in Biomedical Sciences and Mindfulness Instructor, about how meditation helps manage stress and support overall wellbeing. Blending science and personal experience, Beatriz explains how being present can regulate cortisol, reduce inflammation, and transform how we respond to challenges, making meditation a p...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, we welcome Toral Shah, a Nutritional Scientist, Integrative Oncology Practitioner, and breast cancer survivor, to tell us about how culture, environment, and lifestyle deeply shape cancer outcomes. Drawing from personal experience and research, Toral explains how personalized, culturally sensitive interventions can improve cancer prevention, trea...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, we chat with Mattia Pirani, exercise specialist at the PRIME Center of the Istituto Oncologico Romagnolo, where he designs personalized training programs for people during and after cancer treatment — including those living with metastatic disease. Mattia shares how exercise, when structured and evidence-based, can ease treatment side effects, im...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, we chat with Petra Thaller (Outdoor Against Cancer) and Rūdolfs Cešeiko, PhD (Exercise Oncology Clinic, Latvia) on how structured exercise and outdoor movement can transform the cancer journey - from treatment to long-term recovery. Petra shares how founding Outdoor Against Cancer during chemotherapy put nature-based activity at the center of car...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, we chat with Tyler Hussey - pharmacist with over 12 years of experience in oncology - about his journey from burnout to functional and lifestyle medicine. Now working in a compounding pharmacy, Tyler focuses on hormones, health, and root-cause approaches to care. What Tyler wants you to know: •Lifestyle changes can power recovery •Fasting may boo...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, we speak with Dr. Jessica Gorzelitz — researcher and director of the PACS Lab at the University of Iowa — about how physical activity can support and shape life after cancer. Jess combines kinesiology and epidemiology to study how behavior change and movement can shape life after cancer. As director of the Physical Activity and Cancer Survivorshi...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, Alexandra Hill (@oncopelvicpt), a dual board-certified physical therapist specializing in pelvic health, oncology, and lymphedema care, joins us to explore the intersection of pelvic health and oncology rehabilitation. Alex takes us into a part of cancer recovery that’s often overlooked: the pelvic floor. With compassion and clarity, she explains...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, we’re joined by Krista Brown (@cancer.prevention.coach), an oncology nurse navigator and certified functional nutrition counselor with a master’s degree in medical nutrition. Krista shares her personal journey with cancer and how it shaped her mission to support others in navigating complex decisions with clarity and confidence. We explore the ro...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, we’re joined by Cheri Ambrose, Founder and President of the Male Breast Cancer Global Alliance, and a leading voice in challenging stigma, shifting policy, and advancing research for male breast cancer. We explore why breast cancer in men remains overlooked, how stigma and misconceptions delay diagnosis, and the power of global advocacy in drivin...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, Adrian Pogacian, a licensed clinical psychologist, psycho-oncology specialist, and founder of the INCKA Psycho-oncology Center — shares his perspective on the emotional and relational dimensions of cancer care. We explore his journey into psycho-oncology, the role of trust, human touch, and communication, and how families can navigate a cancer di...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, we’re joined by Ellen Matloff, certified genetic counselor, CEO of My Gene Counsel, and pioneer in digital genetic health, for a compelling conversation on how genomics is reshaping cancer care. We explore the evolution of genetic counseling in oncology, the growing accessibility of genetic testing, and how digital tools are helping clinicians an...

In this episode of the Oncology Revolution Podcast, we welcome Michael Stubblefield — one of the world’s leading voices in cancer rehabilitation — for a deep dive into why restoring function should be a priority in oncology care. We explore the evolution of cancer rehabilitation, from its early development to large-scale implementation across the U.S. and beyond. Stubblefield shares insights from...