Wait, How Do You Spell That? A Rare Disease Podcast

Dec 05 2024 75 ep. 27 mins 6

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Wait How Do You Spell That? is a rare disease podcast produced by Patient Worthy. We talk about issues affecting people rare and underdiagnosed conditions and interview advocates from across the community. We‘re definitely not doctors, and we can‘t give you medical advice. We‘re just here to chat and learn about the diseases that even doctors can‘t seem to spell. Check out the latest in rare disease news at PatientWorthy.com.

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The Role of AI in Medicine feat. Joe Lennerz, BostonGene

Dec 05 2024 38 mins

On this episode of the podcast, we discuss the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in medicine – specifically in the areas of analysis and diagnosis. Our guest, Dr. Joe Lennerz, is the chief scientific officer at BostonGene, an American clinical technology company that studies and produces new diagnostic tools in the areas of oncology and immunology. https://bostongene.com/

Spreading PAH Awareness featuring Steve Smith

Nov 01 2024 25 mins

In this episode of the podcast we speak to Steve Smith, a patient advocate who is living with Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH), a rare and progressive condition characterized by narrowing of the blood vessels in the heart and lungs. Steve is a college administrator and avid theater participant who uses his PAH story to connect with others, believing that open communication is

All About Koolen de-Vries Syndrome, feat. Patient Advocate Ashley Point

Oct 04 2024 26 mins

In this episode of the podcast we speak to Ashley Point, a patient advocate advocate whose son Davis was diagnosed with Koolen de-Vries Syndrome (KdVS) in 2016. She also serves as the president for both the Koolen de-Vries Syndrome Foundation and My Kool Brother, two non-profits that help to support families living with KdVS through advocacy, research and fundraising. Connect with

PKD and the Gift of Life, feat. Patient Advocate Valen Keefer

Aug 30 2024 40 mins

In this episode of the podcast we speak to Valen Keefer, a professional speaker and patient advocate who was diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease (PKD) at age 10. Valen has faced a number of challenges in her journey, including a double organ transplant, and now inspires other PKD and chronic illness patients by sharing her story. Connect with Valen Keefer: Website - Podcast -

The Power of Resiliency, Feat. Multiple Myeloma Patient Advocate Keisha Hickson

Jul 31 2024 50 mins

In this episode of the podcast, we speak to professional speaker and community advocate Keisha Hickson, who was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2016. That’s a rare form of cancer that develops in a type of white blood cell called a plasma cell. We discuss navigating a rare cancer diagnosis, adjusting to a new normal and the importance of resiliency. Connect with Keisha Hickson

Epilepsy and Unmet Need, feat. The LGS Foundation and Ovid Therapeutics

Jul 12 2024 42 mins

This episode's guests include Dr. Tracy Dixon-Salazar, Executive Director for the Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome (LGS) Foundation, as well as Meg Alexander, Chief Strategy Officer of Ovid Therapeutics. We discuss the treatment landscape for seizure disorders such as LGS and why further research and investment is crucial. Connect with the LGS Foundation: Website - Facebook - X (Twitter) -

Ewing Sarcoma and the New Normal, feat. Patient Advocate Brandi Benson

Jun 28 2024 19 mins

In this episode of the podcast we sit down with Brandi Benson, a U.S. army veteran, author and patient advocate who was diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma in 2008. That’s one of rare family of cancers that develop in bones and the surrounding soft tissues. Brandi shares her story of resilience and survivorship, hoping to inspire others to share their cancer stories story as well. Conn

50 Years of Supporting the TSC Community, feat. TSC Alliance President and CEO Kari Rosbeck

Jun 14 2024 33 mins

In this episode of the podcast we sit down with Kari Rosbeck, the president and CEO of the TSC Alliance. That’s a nonprofit dedicated to supporting people living with tuberous sclerosis complex and also driving research into promising treatment, among many other things. The TSC Alliance is also celebrating its 50th anniversary this year! Connect with the TSC Alliance: Website - F

Helping Rare Parents Help Themselves, feat. Ronda Thorington, LPC

May 31 2024 34 mins

In this episode of the podcast we sit down with Ronda Thorington, the mother of child living with mixed connective tissue disease. Ronda is also a licensed professional counselor who specializes in empowering parents of children who are living with a rare or chronic diagnosis. Connect with Ronda: Website - Facebook - Instagram Editor's Note: Chronic conditions and rare diseases don

IPF and the Importance of Clinical Trials, feat. Patient Advocate Murray Walz

May 20 2024 18 mins

In this episode of the podcast we sit down with Murray Walz, a patient advocate who was diagnosed with the progressive lung diseases idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in 2019. Murray discusses the importance of support, clinical trials and why the family factor is crucial for IPF patients. Connect with the Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation: Website - Facebook - Instagram - X