Becker's Oncology Leadership Podcast

In this episode, Diane M. Simeone, MD, Director, Moores Cancer Center, Koman Family Presidential Director’s Chair, UC San Diego Health, discusses streamlining clinical trials, using AI to accelerate trial activation, and expanding access to innovative cancer treatments.

In this episode, Anirban Maitra, MD, Director of Perlmutter Cancer Center at NYU Langone Health, joins the podcast to discuss expanding cancer care to bring services closer to patients and communities. He also shares insights on integrating AI into oncology and how emerging technologies are enhancing training and preparing the next generation of cancer care professionals.

In this episode, Monica L. Baskin, PhD, Director of VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center, joins the podcast to discuss the center’s Cancer Center Support Grant renewal and the work underway at Massey to advance cancer care and research. She also shares her experience as the first Black woman to be named director of an NCI-designated cancer center and the significance of that milestone.

In this episode, Shridar Ganesan, MD, Director, Center for Molecular Oncology at NYU Langone Health, discusses integrating genomic, clinical and radiographic data to improve cancer care and the role of AI in synthesizing complex patient information. He also explores the future of molecularly defined cancers, targeted therapies and the need to balance standard care with clinical research.

In this episode, Ajay Goel, PhD, AGAF, Professor and Chair, Department of Molecular Diagnostics and Experimental Therapeutics, City of Hope, discusses a promising blood-based test that detected 81% of advanced precancerous colorectal lesions and explores how earlier detection could shift cancer care toward prevention. He also examines screening access, reimbursement, follow-up care and the growing role of liquid biopsies in the future of oncology.

In this episode, Colleen Lewis, MSN, ANP-BC, AOCNP, Senior Vice President, Cancer Nursing, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, discusses balancing the growing complexity of cancer care with patient expectations for accessible, coordinated care. She also explores AI in oncology, the evolving role of nursing, care navigation, risk stratification and the future of survivorship.

In this episode, Boris Pasche, MD, PhD, FACP, President and Chief Executive Officer of Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute and Oncology Department Chair at Wayne State University, joins the podcast to discuss navigating uncertainty in today’s healthcare environment. He shares insights on evolving therapy services and highlights emerging breakthroughs in oncology that are shaping the future of cancer care.

In this episode, Robert Stone, Chief Executive Officer, Helen and Morgan Chu Chief Executive Officer Distinguished Chair, City of Hope, discusses the organization’s approach to expanding cancer care access, building philanthropic partnerships and keeping patients at the center of growth. He also shares his perspective on AI, technology and the future of cancer treatment.

In this episode, Thomas Lynch, MD, President and Chief Executive Officer of Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, joins the podcast to discuss expanding outpatient capacity to meet growing demand for cancer care while improving access and the patient experience. He also shares his perspective on preparing the next generation of physicians, highlighting the importance of education, mentorship, and innovation in shaping the future of oncology.

In this episode, Alyssia Crews, MBA, FACHE, Vice President of Orlando Health Cancer Institute, joins the podcast to discuss expanding access to cancer care and improving clinical access for patients across the communities the institute serves. She shares insights on addressing workforce and staffing challenges, as well as the key operational and strategic issues oncology leaders are navigating to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.