Cancer Podcasts and Videos

Get informed about cancer care, treatment, side effects, integrated services and other topics in this series of free educational podcasts and videos. You can either download them to your device, or visit our Cancer Education Center to hear them on our iPod Nanos.

To view our podcast library by subject, click on any link below.


Topics:

Cancer Podcasts Brochure - PDF

Welcome to the Swedish Cancer Institute

Breast Cancer

Colorectal Cancer

Esophageal Cancer

Head & Neck Cancer

Mesothelioma

Lung Cancer

Prostate Cancer

Cancer 101

Cancer Rehabilitation

Clinical Trials             

Coping with Cancer

Finance

Caregivers

 

Welcome to the Swedish Cancer Institute

Swedish Cancer Institute Introduction

 

Dr. Albert Einstein, Jr., Swedish Cancer Institute Executive Director, presents an overview of Swedish Cancer Institute's integrated support programs and services. (10:51)

 

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Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer - A Guide for Newly Diagnosed Women
  Susan Gardner, Registered Nurse, gives newly diagnosed women an essential guide for understanding their treatment options. (20:07)
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What to Expect When Dealing With Breast Cancer
  Dr. Claire Buchanan, a Breast Surgeon provides an important overview of what to expect when dealing with breast cancer. (8:24)
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How to Talk to Your Doctor When Dealing With Breast Cancer
  With the help of the American Cancer Society, Registered Nurse, Betsy Scott lists important information and tips on how to talk with your doctor. (9:32)
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Understanding Your Treatment Path for Breast Cancer
  Breast Surgeon, Dr. Shannon Tierney takes you step-by-step through common treatment paths for breast cancer. (8:04)
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Understanding Pathology: Breast Cancer
  Dr. Sean Thornton of Cellnetix Pathology & Laboratories explains pathology for breast cancer. (13:21)
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Genetic Counseling & Testing: Breast Cancer
  Robert Resta, a Genetic Counselor, provides overview of genetic testing specifically for breast cancer. (7:39)
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Breast Cancer Surgery and Recovery
  Breast Surgeon, Dr. Patricia Dawson explains in detail breast cancer surgery and recovery. (11:10)
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Reconstructive Surgery: Breast Cancer
  Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Wandra Miles explains what to expect with breast reconstruction. (8:10)
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Lymphedema: Breast Cancer
  Physical therapist, Peg Maas explains what lymphedema is and how it can be treated. (14:22)
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Drain Management: Breast Cancer
  Registered Nurse, Chris Yeckley demonstrates how to care for your J.P. drain after breast cancer surgery. (6:23)
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Adjuvant Therapy: Breast Cancer
  Dr. Erin Ellis a Medical Oncologist, explains how chemotherapy is used for breast cancer. (6:42)
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Resources in the Community: Breast Cancer
  Patient Navigator, Shannon Marsh reviews the breast cancer resources available in the Seattle community and at Swedish Cancer Institute. (14:22)
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Living Well After Cancer Treatment
  Dr. Patricia Dawson discusses survivorship and living well after cancer treatment (10:20)
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After Breast Cancer: What Next?
  Jacci Thompson-Dodd discusses Swedish's 8-week survivorship training program for breast cancer patients. (7:09)
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Colorectal Cancer

Overview: Colorectal Cancer
  Dr. John Fitzharris presents an important overview of colorectal cancer. (13:40)
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Esophageal Cancer

  Introduction: Esophageal Cancer - Part 1 (11:41)
Part 2 (7:50)
  Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Brian Louie explains esophageal cancer.
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  GERD and Barrett's Esophagus Part 1 (12:49)
Part 2 (7:00)
  Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Ralph Aye explains esophageal surgery and what to expect.
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Head & Neck Cancer

  Overview: Head and Neck Cancer
  Head and Neck Surgeon, Dr. Namou Kim provides and important overview of what to expect with Head and Neck Cancer. (12:22)
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What to Expect with Head and Neck Cancer
Physician Assistant, Allison Seamon provides an overview of what you can expect as you recover from Head and Neck surgery. (11:20)
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Microvascular Reconstruction after Head and Neck Surgery
Head and Neck Surgeon, Dr. Namou Kim discusses microvascular reconstructive survery afer Head and Neck surgery. (5:53)
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Mesothelioma

  Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
  Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Alexander Farivar provides and overview of what to expect with mesothelioma and malignant pleural issues. (11:59)
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Lung Cancer

Overview: Lung Cancer
  Dr. Howard (Jack) West presents an overview of lung cancer diagnoses, staging and treatment options. (9:11)
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What to Know About Lung Cancer Screening

Thoracic and Esophageal surgeon, Dr. Ralph Aye, discusses the benefits of lung cancer screening and options available. (6:05)
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Surgery, Diagnosis and Staging: Lung Cancer
  Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Eric Vallières, provides an introduction to lung cancer surgery and treatment. (10:21)
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Treatment: Lung Cancer
  Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Eric Vallières, provides an introduction to lung cancer surgery and treatment. (10:21)
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How to Prepare for Lung Surgery and What to Expect after Your Operation
  Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, Kathy Witmer, explains how to prepare for lung surgery and what to expect after the operation. (14:24)
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Prostate Cancer

Overview: Prostate Cancer
  Dr. John Fitzharris provides important information for patients diagnosed with prostate cancer. (8:09)
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Cancer 101 

Cancer 101
  Wendy France, supervisor of SCI's cancer treatment center, discusses important terminology for a better understanding of cancer and treatment options. (7:35)
 
 

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The Chemotherapy Experience

 

Nancy Thompson, Registered Nurse gives patients an understanding of what to expect in their chemotherapy treatment. (6:46)

 

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The Radiation Experience

 

Dr. Astrid Morris, radiation oncologist at SCI, presents an important overview of radiation therapy -- what it is, how it works and what you should know. (8:16)

 

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Getting a Second Opinion

 

Dr. Gary Goodman gives patients a better understanding of getting a second medical opinion. (6:46)

 

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Cancer Rehabilitation

Home Safety
  Occupational Therapist, Ashleigh Blankenship explains home safety and provides easy tips to make your home safer when recovering from cancer. (12:57)
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Energy Conservation
  Doctor of Physical Therapy, Laura Bouma explains what energy conservation is and how it can help people with cancer. (5:48)
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Exercise During Treatment
  Onco-physiatrist, Dr. David Zucker provides important tips on how to exercise during treatment.
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Survivorship and Cancer Rehabilitation
  Doctor of Physical Therapy, Laura Bouma talks about survivorship and cancer rehabilitation. (9:09)
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Clinical Trials 

Understanding Clinical Trials

 

Patra Grevstad, Registered Nurse, presents an important overview of clinical trials for cancer patients. (12:53)

 

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Coping with Cancer

Surviving Cancer

 

Alexis Vanden Bos, cancer survivor and Swedish patient, shares her perspective on diagnoses, treatment and living with cancer. (16:19)

 

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Cancer Related Fatigue

 

Dr. David Zucker provides an overview of cancer-related fatigue and important strategies for managing and easing fatigue during cancer treatment. (10:38)

 

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Complementary Medicine and Nutrition

 

Naturopathic physician, Dr. Dan Labriola, offers an important overview on the role of naturopathic medicine in cancer care. (9:38)

 

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What to Expect in Art Therapy
  Art Therapist, Nicole Stiver explains what art therapy is and what to expect in an appointment. (5:26)
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Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation
  Dr. David Zucker provides an introduction to mindfulness meditation for patients undergoing cancer treatment (first of three meditation podcasts). (4:00)
 

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20-Minute Mindfulness Meditation
  This is a twenty-minute practice meditation. After the introduction by Dr. David Zucker, there will be twenty minutes of silence that will begin and end with the ringing of a bell. (25:06)
 

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5-Minute Mindfulness Meditation

  This is a five-minute practice meditation. After the introduction by Dr. David Zucker, there will be five minutes of silence that will begin and end with the ringing of a bell. (7:14)
 

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Financial Aspects of Cancer

Financial Aspects of Cancer

 

American Cancer Society Patient Navigator, Stephanie Wichmann, offers an important overview of available financial resources to support cancer patients. (8:24)

 

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For Family/Caregivers

Supporting the Cancer Patient

 

Oncology social worker, Sylvia Farias, offers important strategies for supporting cancer patients during treatment. (8:35)

 

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Phone: 1-(855)-XCANCER (1-855-9226237) or (206) 215-3600
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