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Episode 102: Colorectal Cancer Series, Pt. 4 - Role of Radiation Therapy in Colorectal Cancer Management
Episode 102: Colorectal Cancer Series, Pt. 4 - Role of Radiation Therapy in Colorectal Cancer Management
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Length:
20 minutes
Released:
May 16, 2024
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Podcast episode
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This week, we are joined by Dr. Nina Sanford, Assistant Professor and Chief of Gastrointestinal Radiation Oncology Service, UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, for a discussion about the role of radiation in colorectal cancer, with an emphasis on the role of radiation in rectal cancer. Dr. Sanford is a wealth of knowledge so this is an episode you do NOT want to miss. Of note, rectal cancer episodes will be released in a few weeks so if all of this does not make sense, don’t worry. It nicely sets the stage for what is to come! Content: - What is the role of radiation in rectal cancer vs. colon cancer? Why do we use it more in rectal cancer?- How to evaluate your patients for radiation and how to decide long course vs. short course radiation - Side effects of radiation therapy for rectal cancer- Role of radiation for oligmetastatic colorectal cancer** Want to review the show notes for this episode and others? Check out our website: https://www.thefellowoncall.com/our-episodesLove what you hear? Tell a friend and leave a review on our podcast streaming platforms!Twitter: @TheFellowOnCallInstagram: @TheFellowOnCallListen in on: Apple Podcast, Spotify, and Google Podcast
Released:
May 16, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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