Bladder Cancer Matters

In this captivating episode of the Bladder Cancer Matters podcast, host Rick Bangs delves into the intricacies of upper tract urothelial carcinoma with renowned experts Dr. Jeannie Hoffman-Censits and Dr. Phil Pierorazio. Together, they explore the complexities of diagnosing and treating this challenging disease, offering valuable insights into patient prognosis. The discussio

Tune in to Episode 70 of Bladder Cancer Matters podcast in which Howard L., a bladder cancer survivor and recovering alcoholic, candidly shares his inspiring journey. Howard discusses his battle with alcoholism, the pivotal role Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) played in his recovery, and his challenging path to a bladder cancer diagnosis, including the critical steps of misdiagnosis and

Join us on the Bladder Cancer Matters podcast as host Rick Bangs interviews Dr. Bishoy Faltas, director of Bladder Cancer Research at the Englander Institute of Precision Medicine at Weill Cornell. Dive into the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in diagnosing and treating bladder cancer. From automated technologies in everyday life to advanced applications in diag

Join us for an enlightening episode of Bladder Cancer Matters with Dr. Donald Lamm, a trailblazer in bladder cancer treatment and the driving force behind the groundbreaking Lamm Protocol. Discover the journey of BCG immunotherapy from its inception in the 1970s to becoming a the gold standard in non-muscle invasive bladder cancer care. Delve into Dr. Lamm's insights on the nuances

Join Dr. Aditya Bagrodia, a urologic oncologist, on Episode 67 of the Bladder Cancer Matters podcast as he unveils the power of shared decision making in bladder cancer care. Learn why involving patients and caregivers in treatment choices, rooted in their values and informed by expert insight, is crucial across all stages of bladder cancer. Discover the goals of care from non-mus

Dive into Dean Karrel's powerful journey as a bladder cancer survivor, from his initial diagnosis to life after a radical cystectomy, in Episode 66 of Bladder Cancer Matters. Dean shares the symptoms that led to his life-changing diagnosis, the resilience he maintained through treatments that failed him like BCG and Gemcitabine, and his decision for life-saving surgery. His story i

In this episode of Bladder Cancer Matters, host Rick Bangs chats with Dr. Elizabeth Guancial, a medical oncologist at Florida Cancer Specialists in Sarasota, Florida. They discuss the differences between receiving bladder cancer care in academic medical centers and community hospitals. Dr. Guancial is an expert because she has practiced in both types of institutions. Dr. Guancial s

In this riveting episode of the Bladder Cancer Matters podcast, Mark Story sits down with Rick Bangs, the podcast's host and a muscle-invasive bladder cancer survivor. Dive deep into Rick's personal battle with bladder cancer and uncover the critical role of patient advocacy in shaping research. You'll also discover the behind-the-scenes magic of podcast production and get a glimps

In Part 3 of this Bladder Cancer Matters podcast, host Rick Bangs continues his conversation with Bill Robertson, a bladder cancer survivor, and Dr. Vikram Narayan, an assistant professor in the Department of Urology at Emory University School of Medicine. They discuss the challenges and adjustments that come with having an ileal conduit, a common diversion procedure for bladder ca

In Part 2 of 3 in this Bladder Cancer Matters podcast, host Rick Bangs continues his conversation with Bill Robertson, a bladder cancer survivor, and Dr. Vikram Narayan, an assistant professor in the Department of Urology at Emory University School of Medicine. They discuss the difficult decision of undergoing a radical cystectomy, the potential benefits of bladder removal, and t