In Part 1 of this two-part episode, we discuss the importance of nutrition in cancer prevention, but also the important role that nutrition plays in cancer care. We address and discuss the lack of diversity in the field of nutrition and access to dietetic care for cancer patients. We’re joined by Krystle Zuniga, Ph.D., R.D. and Alejandra De Angulo, Ph.D. at the Livestrong Cancer Institutes.
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Episode 4 Part 2: A Day In the Life of a Medical Oncologist
In the second part of Episode 4, Nick Smith-Stanley sits down with Dr. Anna Capasso, Medical Oncologist, to talk about her work in cancer research as well as her personal story.
Dr. Anna Capasso is a Surgical Oncology Specialist in Austin, Texas. She graduated with honors in 2009. Having more than 11 years of diverse experiences, especially in surgical oncology, Dr. Anna Capasso affiliates with no hospital, cooperates with many other doctors and specialists in medical group Board Of Regents Of The University Of Texas System.
Episode 4 Part 1: A Day in the Life of a Medical Oncologist
Join us on this first of a two-part episode as we shadow Dr. Anna Capasso, medical oncologist and cancer researcher at the Livestrong Cancer Institutes. In this episode you’ll join Dr. Capasso as she meets with patients, discusses care plans with other physicians and navigates a typical day.
Dr. Anna Capasso is a Surgical Oncology Specialist in Austin, Texas. She graduated with honors in 2009. Having more than 11 years of diverse experiences, especially in surgical oncology, Dr. Anna Capasso affiliates with no hospital, cooperates with many other doctors and specialists in medical group Board Of Regents Of The University Of Texas System.
Episode 3: A Research Pep Talk
Join the Livestrong Cancer Institutes’ Translational Research Manager Jennifer McKinney, PhD, for a closer look into the world of cancer research. This uplifting episode covers resilience, career and life balance, setting boundaries, and why we need YOUR bright mind in the field of cancer research right now.
For more information about the closing keynote address at the Association of Community Cancer Centers National Conference by our Associate Director of Administration and Strategic Planning Nick Smith-Stanley on September 18, 2020, please visit accc-cancer.org.
Episode 2 Part 2: Race and Medical Education
In Part 2 of our second episode, we continue the conversation with UT Austin Dell Medical School students, Ciaura Brown, Deonna White, and Dekoiya Burton, moderated by Dr. Brandon Allport-Altillo, Clinical Educator and Assistant Professor of Medicine and Population Health at Dell Medical School, about their personal and professional experiences with race in medical education. We extend our gratitude to Brandon, Ciaura, Deonna, and Dekoiya for their bravery and willingness to share their stories.
Episode 2 Part 1: Race and Medical Education
In our second episode, we were grateful for the opportunity to speak with three black medical students at UT Austin’s Dell Medical School, Ciaura Brown, Deonna White, and Dekoiya Burton, moderated by Dr. Brandon Allport-Altillo, Clinical Educator and Assistant Professor of Medicine and Population Health at Dell Medical School, about their personal and professional experiences with race in medical education.