Cancer Covered

Cancer Covered

Hematology & Oncology Experts

Episodes

Dr. Brian Merkel’s Story: From Surviving Cancer to Inspiring Future Doctors

October 20, 2025 • 14 mins
Dr. Brian Merkel, Associate Professor and Chair of Human Biology at the University of Wisconsin Green Bay, joins Green Bay Oncology’s Dr. Brian Burnette and his former student Dr. Evan Wenig to share his remarkable journey of surviving acute myeloid leukemia through one of the earliest bone marrow transplants and how that experience continues to shape his life’s work teaching and mentoring future doctors and scientists.
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Medicare for Cancer Care 101

October 5, 2025 • 7 mins
Financial counselors Jordan Karwedsky and Anne Baumgart join this episode of Cancer Covered to break down how Medicare covers cancer treatments, offering practical advice on navigating the system and accessing financial assistance.
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BiTE Therapy

September 20, 2025 • 19 mins
Dr. Kamal Abbi and Dr. Brian Burnette discuss BiTE therapy, a cutting-edge immunotherapy that brings the body’s own T-cells into direct contact with cancer cells to destroy them. They highlight its rapid advancements and the potential to transform certain incurable cancers into curable diseases with time-limited treatment.
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Pluvicto for Advanced Prostate Cancer

September 6, 2025 • 6 mins
Dr. Michael Guiou, Dr. Kamal Abbi, and Dr. Matthew Ryan discuss Pluvicto, an innovative radiopharmaceutical treatment for advanced prostate cancer that delivers targeted radiation throughout the body with fewer side effects than traditional chemotherapy.
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Breast Radiation and Heart Disease

August 25, 2025
Drs. Michael Guiou and Alex Coffman, radiation oncologists, explain that patients with left-sided breast cancer have a higher risk of heart disease because of the heart's proximity to the radiation field. They detail how modern techniques like deep inspiration breath hold (DIBH) and prone positioning are now used to reduce this risk, a significant improvement over earlier methods that unintentionally increased heart exposure.
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Cancer, War and a Century of Life: Vaughn Collicott’s Story (Part 2)

August 11, 2025 • 28 mins
In the second part of his story, 101-year-old WWII veteran Vaughn Collicott shares his journey of resilience through multiple cancer diagnoses and reflects on his emotional return to Normandy for the 80th D-Day anniversary. He also offers life advice and recounts his continued adventures, including meeting President Biden and Steven Spielberg.
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War, Cancer and a Century of Life: Vaughn Collicott’s Story (Part 1)

July 28, 2025 • 50 mins
Cancer survivor Vaughn Collicott shares his incredible life story, from growing up in a covered wagon and surviving the London Blitz and D-Day invasion to battling multiple cancer diagnoses, highlighting his lifelong resilience, service, and courage.
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Transitioning from Pediatric to Adult Hematology-Oncology Care

July 13, 2025 • 12 mins
Medical oncologist and hematologist Dr. Matthew Ryan and pediatric hematology/oncology social worker Emma Lehman, MSW, CAPSW, discuss the significant emotional and logistical hurdles young adults face when transitioning from the supportive, family-centered pediatric cancer care environment to the more independent adult setting.
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The Unique Challenges of Facing Cancer as a Young Adult

June 29, 2025 • 21 mins
Dr. Michael Guiou, a radiation oncologist, and Emma Lehman, a pediatric hematology/oncology social worker, explore the unique challenges young adults face when diagnosed with cancer. From treatment adaptations and long-term health concerns to emotional struggles and gaps in support, they shed light on why this age group often feels caught between the pediatric and adult cancer worlds.
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Cancer Treatment Safety: Smarter, Not Stronger

June 16, 2025 • 23 mins
Dr. Michael Guiou, Dr. Matthew Ryan, and Dr. Kamal Abbi discuss the key factors that impact the safety and effectiveness of cancer treatments, emphasizing the importance of patient advocacy, understanding treatment options, and working with a multidisciplinary care team.
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Tumor Markers

June 2, 2025 • 19 mins
Dr. Alexander Starr and Dr. Matthew Ryan explain how tumor markers can help track cancer and treatment and emphasize that it's crucial to look at a patient's overall health, not just the numbers.
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Understanding Insurance Coverage for Cancer Treatments

May 19, 2025 • 43 mins
Insurance can be a maze at the best of times, and when treatments, tests, and ongoing care start to add up, understanding exactly how your coverage works becomes critical.
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Navigating Hope

May 5, 2025 • 29 mins
Navigating Hope is the financial counseling program offered by Green Bay Oncology to help patients navigate their insurance coverage, connect them with financial resources, and help reduce the financial burden cancer can present.
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How Will I Know if I’m Cured?

April 21, 2025 • 35 mins
How do you know if your cancer is cured? Listen as Dr. Brian Burnette and Dr. Tony Jaslowski explore this crucial question.
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Spotlight on Spierings Cancer Foundation

April 7, 2025 • 38 mins
Learn about the Spierings Cancer Foundation, its mission, and how Green Bay Oncology supports this Fox Valley nonprofit.
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Cancer Recurrence: Prevention and Understanding

March 24, 2025 • 34 mins
Understanding and preventing cancer recurrence is a crucial aspect of survivorship. In this episode, we’re joined by medical oncologists, Dr. David Groteluschen and Dr. Brad Heraly, to explore the factors contributing to cancer recurrence and strategies patients can use to reduce their risk. We’ll also delve into managing the emotional challenges that accompany cancer survivorship.
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Fueling Hope: Nutrition for Cancer Care with Jasmine Ditter & Maddi Mleziva

March 10, 2025 • 42 mins
Learn how personalized dietary guidance can make a difference throughout your cancer journey and how to navigate the sea of nutritional information often found online from oncology clinical dietitians Jasmine Ditter and Maddi Mleziva.
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When Will I Know the Treatment is Working?

February 24, 2025 • 27 mins
Join Dr. Tony Jaslowski and Dr. Michael Guiou as they share their insights on understanding when and how cancer treatment effectiveness is evaluated.
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Growing Up in Wisconsin: How Dr. Wenig’s Roots Shape Patient Care

February 10, 2025 • 14 mins
Dr. Evan Wenig is a board-certified medical oncologist and hematologist at Green Bay Oncology. Originally from Oostburg, Wisconsin, Dr. Wenig shares his journey from smalltown Wisconsin to becoming a dedicated medical professional.
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Dr. Judy Tjoe on Breast Cancer Treatment Innovations and Patient Care

January 27, 2025 • 33 mins
Discover Dr. Judy Tjoe's inspiring journey into breast surgery and oncology in this episode of Cancer Covered. Learn about her patient-centered care philosophy, innovative cancer recovery programs like triathlon training, and her role in developing a cutting-edge breast cancer program at Ascension NE Wisconsin - St. Elizabeth Campus Cancer Center.
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