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Taking Charge of My Cancer

Welcome of taking charge of my cancer podcast, the podcast designed to be your trusted companion on the path to a higher quality of life during your cancer journey. Hosted by empathetic experts and individuals who have triumphed over cancer themselves, this show is a beacon of hope, inspiration, and tangible solutions for you while navigating the twists and turns after your cancer diagnosis.

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Episode 132 with Jenna Cooreman SW specialist in...

Taking Charge of My Cancer ·

2025/10/31

Jena Cooreman L.C.S.W, O.S.W, O.S.W -C,CST is a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years of experience in mental health and medical social work. She practices at the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center in Sacramento, California and has been aboard-certified oncology social worker since 2015. Jena believes that quality cancer care attends to the whole person and has led efforts to develop support care programs to help people cope, adjust and live more fully after a cancer diagnosis. She led

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00:34:57

Episode 131 with Shelby Burns , Her Journey as a...

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2025/10/24

Shelby is a Columbia University graduate in human rights who somehow ended up following her lifelong passion for rescuing animals! After her dad was diagnosed with Stage IV oral squamous cell carcinoma late last year, a series of unexpected complications early this year prompted her to make an emergency move to Florida to care for him full-time. While the battle against head and neck cancer has been far from easy, it has taught her more about resilience and herself than she could has ever

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00:41:15

Episode 130 with Dr. Margarete Ribeiro-Dasilva DDS,...

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2025/10/17

Dr Margarete Ribeiro-Dasilva, DDS, MS, PhD, is a Clinical Professor at the University of Florida College of Dentistry, where she serves as Director of the Dental Clinical Research Unit and Clinical Prosthodontics Director. Dr. Ribeiro-Dasilva is NIH-funded and actively leads research on translational approaches to chronic pain, with a focus on photobio- modulation and its role in modulating inflammation and pain. She has held multiple leadership roles at UFCD, contributing to research

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00:31:25

Episode 129 with Abby Berry

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2025/10/10

Abby Berry is a 25-year-old college student studying to become a clinical nutritionist in Jacksonville, Florida. At 23, She was diagnosed with Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma, an ultra-rare and “incurable” cancer. After several failed treatments and an uphill battle, She is now in remission and considered to be NED from a new treatment that just passed clinical trials that has completely changed her life. Through it all, she has continued to pursue her dreams and attempted to keep her life as

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00:40:42

Episode 128 with Deborah Epperson Retired Scientist...

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2025/10/03

Deborah Epperson is a recently retired scientist. Deborah worked for most of her career as a Department of Interior biologist, most recently at the U.S. Geological Survey's Wetland and Aquatic Research Center in Gainesville, FL. Prior to that, she spent 14 years working in New Orleans on protected species (marine mammals and sea turtles) issues associated with energy development in the Gulf of America. She obtained her BS and MS from the University of Florida and her Ph.D. from Clemson

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Episode 127 karen perrin Nurse Practitioner and...

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2025/09/26

Karen is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, board certified by the ANCC in Adult Health since 2001. She has over 30 years of nursing experience in various clinical settings. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing from the University of Florida. The next 14 years were spent in the burn intensive care unit at UF Health Shand's Hospital. She has participated in numerous abstract submissions and presentations. Additionally, her name is associated with four professional

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00:39:19

Episode 126 with Dr Erica Braschi Jordan/ Four Year ,...

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2025/09/26

Dr Erica Braschi is a PGY-4 resident in radiation oncology at the University of Florida. She was born and raised in Puerto Rico, where she grew up loving the beach, school, and competitive tennis. Her passion for tennis brought her to the U.S. as a teenager for training and tournaments, and later to Elon University, where she played Division I tennis and majored in biochemistry. She went on to attend medical school at the University of Florida, where she discovered her love for working with

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00:25:42

Episode 125 with Dr Lam Austin , ENT surgeon for Head...

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2025/09/19

Dr Austin S. Lam, MD, is an assistant professor at the University of Florida Division of Head & Neck Oncology and Microvascular Reconstructive Surgery. He is committed to providing personalized, high-quality care from the initial consultation through surgery and follow-up visits.He was first drawn to the field when He witnessed the profound dedication of head and neck surgeons. Now as a specialist in head & neck oncology and microvascular reconstructive surgery, He intends to keep the same

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00:20:25

Episode 124 with Taylor Navarro , Undergrad APK...

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2025/09/12

Hi, I’m Taylor Navarro, a senior at the University of Florida studyingApplied Physiology and Kinesiology on the pre-PT track. This summer, I had theprivilege of interning with Dr. Derly Munoz, learning about patient care andresearch in oncology, and outside of work I enjoy exploring Gainesville’s parksand springs, staying active at the gym, and discovering new musicConnect with Derly⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cancermindandbodyrehab.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Cancerrehabsolutions.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Social

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00:44:09

Episode 123 with Dr. Jessica Drummond, Physical...

Taking Charge of My Cancer ·

2025/09/05

Dr. Jessica Drummond, DCN, CNS, PT, NBC-HWC, is the founder and CEO of The Integrative Women’s Health Institute, The Outsmart Endo Health Coaching Program, and the creator of the Women’s Health Coach Certification.She is passionate about caring for and empowering people who struggle with women’s and pelvic health concerns. She is equally passionate about educating and supporting clinicians and wellness professionals in confidently and safely using integrative tools to transform women’s and pelvic

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00:51:04

Episode 122 Part 2 with Dr Dhruv Singhal, Lymphedema...

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2025/08/29

Dr Dhruv Singhal, MD is an Associate Professor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School and serves as the co-Director of the Boston Lymphatic Center and Director of the BIDMC Lymphatic Center. Dr. Singhal completed all of his formal surgical training in Boston. He is Board Certified in GeneralSurgery having completed his general surgery training at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital (Boston, MA). Dr. Singhal is also Board Certified in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery having completed further

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00:47:02

Episode 121 with Dr Rebecca Knackstedt, Plastic...

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2025/08/22

Rebecca Knackstedt is a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in implant-based and microsurgical breast reconstruction. She is currently an Assistant Professor in Plastic and Reconstructive surgery at Duke University. She completed her MD/PhD at Medical University of South Carolina where her PhD thesis focused on Vitamin D and inflammation. She pursued an integrated plastic surgery residency and microsurgery fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic during which she also became certified in Function

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00:28:25

Episode 120 with Maria Garcia , APK and about to get...

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2025/08/15

Maria is a rehab aide at UF Health with a strong passion for providing empathetic and inclusive care to her community. Currently on track to pursue her Doctor of Physical Therapy at the University of South Florida this August, Maria brings hands-on experience and a deep commitment to helping patients heal and thrive. Over the past year, she’s worked at the UF Health Medical Plaza, following a four-month APK (Applied Physiology and Kinesiology) internship that first introduced her to the field of

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Episode 119 with Dr Sharon Byun

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2025/08/08

Sharon Byun, MD, is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Lifestyle Medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Diplomate of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. In addition, she is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner. She received her undergraduate degree in Biomedical Engineering from Boston University in 1991 and her medical degree from Temple University in 2000. She completed her residency training at Thomas Jefferson University in

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00:58:43

Episode 118 with Erin Mook and her journey beeing...

Taking Charge of My Cancer ·

2025/08/01

Erin Mook is a dedicated professional with a robust career in internal auditing since 2010. Over the past 15 years, she has honed her expertise in evaluating and enhancing organizational processes, ensuring compliance, and identifying areas for operational improvement. She is a Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Inspector General, Certified Inspector General Auditor, and Certified in the Governance of Enterprise Information Technology. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism from the

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00:58:28

Episode 117 part 2 with Dr Joseph Katz , DMD...

Taking Charge of My Cancer ·

2025/07/25

Joseph Katz, D.M.D, Professor, Head section of Oral Medicine, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Diagnostic Sciences at the University of Florida. Dr. Katz Has an active patient care practice, and he is deeply involved in teaching and translational research. He was trained at the Hebrew University School of Dental Medicine, where he received his DMD and Residency in Oral Medicine, followed by a fellowship at NIDCR –NIH and the Eastman Dental Institute in London. Dr. Katz is a member of the

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00:43:20

Episode 116 with Dr Tracey Botha OBGYN and Hormone...

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2025/07/18

Dr. Tracey Botha is a highly respected board-certified OBGYN with over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Her extensive background in obstetrics and gynecology has provided her with a solid foundation to explore various aspects of women's health and wellness. She is unique as a OBGYN who had breast cancer and a mastectomy as well. With a special interest in bio-identical hormone therapy, regenerative medicine, and peptide therapy, Dr. Botha is committed to helping her patients achieve a

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00:15:01

Episode 115 with Nicole Scarpino Physical Therapy...

Taking Charge of My Cancer ·

2025/07/11

Nicole Scarpino is a physical therapy student from Nova Southeastern University who graduates in May of this year. She graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in psychology with a focus on behavioral and cognitive neuroscience. She is also an avid equestrian, competing internationally in the sport of dressage.Connect with

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00:50:51

Episode 114 with Dr. Tabatha Barber, triple board...

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2025/07/04

Dr. Tabatha Barber is physician, speaker, and 2-time best-selling author who has dedicated her life to empowering women in their health journeys. Overcoming early life challenges, including being a teenage mother and high school dropout, she rose to success through faith and perseverance. Dr. Tabatha holds triple board certifications in obstetrics and gynecology, menopause, and functional medicine. Her virtual medical practice offers compassionate care to women across the nation. She is the creator

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00:55:08

Episode 113 with Joseph and Zari Cooper Physical...

Taking Charge of My Cancer ·

2025/06/27

Zari Cooper and Joshua Cooper are the co-founders of Not Your Average Therapy, a mobile, cash-based physical and occupational therapy practice in Gainesville, Florida. Zari is a double UF graduate, an occupational therapist and a certified lymphedema therapist. Joshua Cooper also a double UF graduate, a physical therapist and a board certified neurologic clinical specialist. Their company, Not Your Average Therapy, specializes in lymphedema management, chronic swelling, neurologic rehabilitation,

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