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For decades, genetic testing was rationed, reserved only for patients who fit narrow, outdated clinical guidelines. But what happens when those guidelines leave countless people at risk? In this episode, clinical geneticist and medical innovator Dr. Ed Esplin of LabCorp Genetics reveals how his team’s groundbreaking research exposed the flaws in restrictive testing policies. Through rigorous studies in breast cancer, colorectal cancer, and beyond, they proved that universal germline genetic testing identifies far more at-risk patients than guidelines ever predicted and fundamentally changes how we treat and prevent disease.

The battle wasn’t just scientific. It was systemic. Dr. Esplin shares how irrefutable data challenged institutional gatekeeping, from insurer denials to skeptical clinicians. The data has forced a reckoning: when up to “50% of high-risk patients were being missed”, “standard of care" was anything but standard care. Hear how landmark trials like INTERCEPT and collaborations with the Mayo Clinic turned the tide, proving that equitable access wasn’t just ethical—it was medically necessary.

Today, Dr. Esplin’s mission continues: to dismantle barriers wherever they persist. From community oncology clinics to rare disease diagnostics, he makes the case that access to genetic insights should be driven by evidence, not just eligibility criteria. For patients, advocates, and providers alike, this episode is a playbook for turning data into action and a reminder that when guidelines lag behind science, it’s time to rewrite them.

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What if your DNA could help you avoid serious illnesses before they even start? In this episode of Genetics for Healthcare, we sit down with Dr. Robert Green, a leading medical geneticist at Harvard Medical School, to explore how cutting-edge genomics is transforming healthcare from reactive to proactive.

Dr. Green’s work focuses on using whole genome sequencing to uncover hidden health risks—giving people the power to take action early and prevent disease. Dr. Green explains how genetic testing isn’t just for diagnosing rare conditions anymore. Today, it can reveal critical health insights for anyone, from newborns to healthy adults. For example, about 1 in 7 people carry genetic variants that could put them at risk for conditions like heart disease, cancer, or Alzheimer’s—but if caught early, many of these risks can be managed or even prevented. He shares real-world stories from his BabySeq Project, where sequencing newborns uncovered life-changing health clues that traditional medicine missed.

Yet despite its potential, integrating genomics into everyday healthcare isn’t simple. Dr. Green discusses challenges like outdated medical systems, insurance hurdles, and the need for better education, while also highlighting exciting solutions, including AI and patient advocacy. He leaves listeners with practical steps to take control of their genetic health, whether through clinical testing, asking the right questions, or joining emerging research programs.

Tune in to learn how genomics is shifting medicine from "waiting to get sick" to staying healthy and how you can be part of this revolution

LINKS:

Genomes2People: https://www.genomes2people.org/

BabySeq Project: https://www.babyseqproject.org/Critical Bottlenecks in

Rare Disease Research and Care: https://www.genomes2people.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/20250228_Zenodo_McMurry_bottlenecks-in-rare-disease-research.pdf

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Ashley Dedmon understands the life-or-death power of speaking up for your health. A BRCA2 previvor, former teen caregiver to both parents with cancer, and passionate health equity advocate, she transforms personal trauma into a powerful lesson on self-advocacy. In this candid and eye-opening conversation, Ashley reveals how systemic gaps in her mother’s cancer care—where providers failed to take family history or offer genetic testing—ignited her mission to empower patients.

She describes advocacy as her "God job," a spiritual calling to dismantle healthcare disparities, and shares the three non-negotiable standards she demands from every doctor. Ashley also pulls back the curtain on her battles with insurance companies, including the exhausting process of securing four denial letters just to complete her post-mastectomy reconstruction—proof that persistence is often as crucial as any medical treatment.

Determined to break generational silences around health, Ashley authored The Big Discovery, a children’s book helping Black families discuss cancer when few resources reflected their experiences. She even includes her genetic test results in her will, ensuring her daughters inherit more than memories—they inherit knowledge that could save their lives.

This episode is essential for anyone who’s ever felt unheard by doctors, faces genetic testing decisions, or wants to turn their voice into an instrument of change. As Ashley puts it: "Your voice costs nothing, but its value? That’s immeasurable. I’ve used mine to argue with insurers, educate physicians, and protect my daughters. Silence isn’t an option when lives hang in the balance."

Links:IG: https://www.instagram.com/pinklegacy5050?igsh=cnZ2c2JzNDF0Zzhr&utm_source=qr

LBBC profile: https://www.lbbc.org/about-us/team/ashley-de

Barns & Noble book link: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-big-discovery-ashley-dedmon/1146780861?ean=9798989463503

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In this deeply personal episode oncologist and author Dr. Chadi Nabhan joins host Rome Madison for a conversation that bridges cutting-edge science with timeless human connection. Dr. Nabhan shares the pivotal moment that defined his career—a dying patient's simple request: "Just promise you'll come back tomorrow and smile." This encounter revealed medicine's profound truth: while genetics and AI are revolutionizing cancer treatment (like his work accelerating clinical trials through AI at Right), healing begins with empathy.

Dr. Nabhan breaks down complex topics—from genomic tumor testing (reading a cancer's blueprint) to overcoming healthcare distrust with patient stories from his book The Cancer Journey. He offers practical wisdom, urging listeners to ask doctors three key questions about their cancer's origins and targeted treatments, while emphasizing: "No question is stupid." For anyone navigating cancer (patients, caregivers, or providers), this episode is a powerful reminder that precision medicine's future lies not just in DNA, but in the dignity of human connection.

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In this powerful episode we sit down with Tom Whitehead, co-founder of the Emily Whitehead Foundation along with wife Kari and daughter Emily, to share their incredible story of the first pediatric cancer patient ever treated with CAR-T cell therapy. What began as a desperate fight for survival against acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) became a medical breakthrough that has since helped treat tens of thousands of lives worldwide.

Tom recounts the harrowing journey from Emily’s devastating diagnosis at age five to the experimental treatment that defied all odds . . . including a 14-day coma and a last-chance arthritis drug that miraculously turned the tide. He opens up about the emotional toll on their family, the pivotal role of faith in Emily’s recovery, and how their experience inspired them to advocate for greater access to cutting-edge therapies.

Today, Emily is a thriving college student, and the Whiteheads’ foundation helps families navigate clinical trials, insurance hurdles, and the hope that CAR-T therapy can bring. Tom also shares practical advice for patients and caregivers facing similar battles, emphasizing the importance of second opinions, persistence, and staying positive in the face of uncertainty.

Tune in for an unforgettable conversation about resilience, medical innovation, and how one family’s fight changed the future of cancer treatment.

Links & Resources:*

- [Emily Whitehead Foundation](https://emilywhiteheadfoundation.org)

- Watch the documentary "Medicine and Miracles" (Amazon/Apple)

- IMAX film "Superhuman Body: World of Medical Marvels" (featuring Emily’s story)

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In this episode Rome welcomes Andy Moye PhD, healthcare industry executive and AI expert, to discuss the transformative role of artificial intelligence in genetics and precision medicine. AI isn’t just a buzzword . . . it’s a tool to make healthcare more accurate, accessible, and human-centered.

Andy explains that AI, at its core, is advanced pattern recognition, helping doctors analyze complex data at the point-of-care like: genetic sequences, medical images, and clinical records to improve diagnoses and treatment plans. He highlights how AI can reduce human error in fields like radiology and pathology, where fatigue and subjectivity can lead to missed or incorrect diagnoses.

The conversation shifts to the challenges of integrating AI into healthcare, including the need for high-quality training data and clinician trust. Andy emphasizes that AI isn’t about replacing doctors and other healthcare employees, but supporting them, especially in overburdened systems where human resources are stretched thin.

Rome and Andy also explore the ethical balance between innovation and regulation, noting that while AI doesn’t need to be perfect, it must be reliable enough to enhance decision-making without stifling progress.

The episode ends on a personal note, with Andy recounting his experience during 9/11 while deployed overseas, tying his leadership journey to his mission in healthcare.

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