Conversations on Cancer: Recent Episodes
Riverside Cancer Institute
The Riverside Cancer Institute is here to provide you with everything you need to know about cancer. Tune into Conversations on Cancer podcasts as our team of experts discuss everything from treatment options, new technology, and cancer myths vs. facts. You’ll also hear patient stories of courage, strength, and resilience.
Sheri Ritchie joins Dr. Basha to talk about her journey through breast cancer, her experience with Riverside Cancer Institute, and her reliance on positivity.
January is National Radon Action Month. Learn about how radon forms in the home and how exposure can lead to risk of lung cancer.
In this edition of Conversations on Cancer, Dr. Basha hosts a special episode of his series The "C" Word, Community not Cancer, with guest Jean, who is a patient at the Riverside Cancer Institute.
In this edition of Conversations on Cancer, Dr. Cassandra Lacher, oncologist and Hematologist at the Riverside Cancer Institute, joins us to talk about starting a cancer journey to better help patients and caregivers with loved ones who have recently been diagnosed with cancer.
In this edition of Conversations on Cancer, Dr. Basha hosts a special episode of his series The "C" Word, Community not Cancer, with guest Jean, who is a patient at the Riverside Cancer Institute.
Denise Salem, Oncology Chaplain, joins us to talk about the importance of maintaining spiritual health and well-being during cancer treatment.
Molly Turner, LSW, joins us to talk about the importance of taking care of yourself as a caregiver to someone with cancer or a chronic illness.
Dr. Issra Rashed, Riverside's Radiation Oncologist, joins us to share how having the latest and greatest in radiation therapy technology, right here in our community, benefits patients.
Join us as Riverside's director of oncology and infusion, Kirstin Carson, shares facts about the Riverside Cancer Institute that may surprise you.
Today, Dr. Basha joins us to talk about how cancer treatment has changed and improved drastically since the disease was first discovered in ancient times. He also provides a sense of hope for patients as new treatments are being developed.
Today, Dr. Joehar Hamdan, Oncologist & Hematologist at the Riverside Cancer Institute, joins us to talk about the role genetics play in cancer risk.
Community oncology clinics, like the Riverside Cancer Institute, are essential to ensuring patients have access to the care they need, close to home. In this episode, Dr. Lacher is passionate about this topic, and shares the benefits of having advanced cancer treatments available right here in our community.
Dr. Ahsan Basha, medical oncologist and hematologist, joins us to share recent updates to colorectal cancer screening guidelines.
In this episode, Dr. Cassandra Lacher will lead a discussion on the cervical cancer prevention, and the importance of screenings.
In this episode of Conversations on Cancer, Dr. Joehar Hamdan, an oncologist and hematologist at the Riverside Cancer Institute, joins us to talk about lung cancer awareness and advancements in treating lung cancer.
In this episode. Dr. Issra Rashed leads a discussion focusing on prostate cancer, and the treatment options available.
With access to so much information, it is easy to come across sources that aren't so reliable. Receiving a cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, and no two cancer patients are the same. Shannon Male, FNP-BC, joins us to debunk some of the top cancer myths she hears from her own patients and society in general.
Rocco V. joins Dr. Basha to talk about his own experience with cancer, from diagnosis to recovery, and how community played a factor in his recovery.
Molly W. joins Dr. Basha to talk about her cancer journey and how she has coped with her diagnosis. She also talks about how hope has helped her throughout her treatment.
In this episode, Dr, Ahsan Basha and oncology nurse Maria Pappas lead an interactive discussion. The purpose of this series is to provide a sense of community to cancer patients and those who have family members dealing with cancer.
Katie Swafford, a registered dietician at Riverside healthcare, leads a discussion on nutrition and the role it plays in the treatment of cancer.
In this episode, Dr. Ahsan Bahsa is joined by a former cancer patient Shane Eades. in an interactive discussion on his journey to recovery, including his treatment and the support he received from his community.
Carolyn Domont, a Licensed Social Worker at the Riverside Cancer Institute, chats with us about what to expect if you're going to be the primary caregiver to a loved one with cancer.
Barb Haratman, a nurse manager at Riverside Cancer Institute, leads a discussion on helping cancer patients have hope, and how small steps and goals can help a patients overall well-being.
Karen Verrill, an oncology certified nurse practitioner, joins us to talk about chemotherapy.
Dr. Joehar Hamdan leads a discussion on what you should look for when selecting a cancer program.
Dr. Annabelle Veerapaneni discusses and advises on what it means to be a cancer survivior.
Dr. Annabelle Veerapaneni discusses what you should know about HPV and the HPV vaccine.
Patients at Riverside Cancer Institute in need of radiation therapy now have access to the most advanced treatment technology. The new Discovery RT radiotherapy system reduces treatment times while enabling each patient's care team to personalize oncology treatment plans with improved accuracy and radiation dosing safety.
Dr. Alex Herskovic discusses our advanced low-dose CT system and it’s use in the fight against cancer, as we strive to keep each patient's best interests at the forefront of progress.