What if treating early-stage lung cancer could be as simple as lying still for 10 minutes—no surgery, no anesthesia, no hospital stay? In this episode, host James Hiter talks with Dr. Drew Moghanaki, Chief of Thoracic Oncology at UCLA, about SABR (stereotactic ablative radiation)—a game-changing treatment that delivers highly precise radiation in just 1-5 sessions. Learn why every patient should ask for a radiation oncologist consult, how SABR compares to surgery, and why preserving lung tissue matters for long-term quality of life.

Whether you're newly diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer or exploring treatment options, this conversation delivers practical information and hope through scientific progress.

Show Notes - https://lcfamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/AMA-SABR-for-Lung-Cancer-Show-Notes.pdf  

Changing doctors can feel overwhelming, but it’s often an important part of getting the right care—especially in lung cancer. In this episode of Living With Lung Cancer: Ask Me Anything, host Annabelle Gurwitch talks with advocate Colette Smith about how to communicate your needs, recognize when a doctor isn’t the right fit, and build a care team that supports your goals. Learn practical strategies for speaking up, seeking second opinions, preparing for appointments, and staying informed about the science behind your mutation.

Show Notes - https://lcfamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/AMA-Communicating-With-Your-Doctor-Show-Notes.pdf

Transcript - https://lcfamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/AMA-Communicating-With-Your-Doctor-Transcript.pdf

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Communication with your oncologist can make all the difference in your lung cancer journey. In this episode, host Annabelle Gurwitch talks with thoracic oncologist Dr. Alice Shaw about how to have more effective conversations with your care team. Learn practical strategies for discussing treatment goals, managing side effects, understanding biomarker testing, and knowing when to seek a second opinion. Whether you're newly diagnosed or years into treatment, this episode offers valuable insights for becoming a more empowered patient.

Guest: Dr. Alice Shaw, Director of the Center for Thoracic Cancers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School

Host: Annabelle Gurwitch, New York Times bestselling author, LCFA Speakers Bureau member, and lung cancer survivor

Visit her website: annabellegurwitch.com | Follow her on Facebook

Show Notes - https://lcfamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/AMASharedDecisionMakinginLungCancerCare-Show-Notes.pdf

Transcript- https://lcfamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/AMAShared-Decision-Making-in-Lung-Cancer-Transcript.pdf 

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In this episode of Living With Lung Cancer: Ask Me Anything, host Annabelle Gurwitch sits down with Dr. Alice Shaw from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute for an in-depth conversation about ROS1-positive lung cancer. Learn about this rare biomarker affecting only 1-2% of lung cancer patients, breakthrough targeted therapies, and how next-generation treatments are transforming outcomes.

Transcript - https://lcfamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/AMA-ROS1-Treatments-w-Dr-Alice-Shaw-Transcript.pdf

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Side effects can be painful, frustrating, and deeply misunderstood—especially when they’re invisible. In this episode, host Annabelle Gurwitch and advocate Colette Smith share candid stories about surgery recovery, TKI toxicity, anxiety, and the everyday challenges patients rarely talk about.

Learn how to navigate tough conversations with doctors, what to do when side effects interrupt your life, and why community support is essential. Whether you're newly diagnosed, in long-term survivorship, or supporting someone you love, this episode offers practical insight, validation, and hope.

Annabelle Gurwitch – Host, Author, and Patient Advocate

Visit her website: annabellegurwitch.com | Follow her on Facebook

Colette Smith – Colette Smith is a dynamic lung cancer survivor, patient advocate, and community health champion who transformed her 2015 Stage 1A adenocarcinoma diagnosis into a powerful platform for change. As a never-smoker diagnosed through persistent self-advocacy, Colette's mission is to emphasize the importance of patient empowerment and early detection.

Show Notes - https://lcfamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/AMA-Side-Effects-Show-Notes.pdf

Transcript - https://lcfamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/AMA-Side-Effects-Transcript.pdf

Watch Video- https://youtu.be/n1_IQF3ho7Y 

How am I supposed to afford this? It's the question many lung cancer patients are afraid to ask out loud.

In our premiere episode, host Annabelle Gurwitch tackles the financial toxicity of cancer care—the hidden costs beyond medical bills, insurance battles, medical debt, and where to find help when you can't afford treatment.

Financial toxicity is one of the most difficult and overlooked challenges in cancer care. Annabelle and advocate Colette Smith share powerful stories about navigating insurance roadblocks, medical debt, and employment discrimination.

Learn practical strategies to manage out-of-pocket costs, appeal denials, and access trusted resources. Whether you are a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional, this conversation sheds light on the true cost of living with lung cancer and how knowledge can turn financial fear into empowerment.

Annabelle Gurwitch – Host, Author, and Patient Advocate

Visit her website: annabellegurwitch.com | Follow her on Facebook

Colette Smith is a dynamic lung cancer survivor, patient advocate, and community health champion who transformed her 2015 Stage 1A adenocarcinoma diagnosis into a powerful platform for change. As a never-smoker diagnosed through persistent self-advocacy, Colette's mission is to emphasize the importance of patient empowerment and early detection.

Show Notes - https://lcfamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/AMA-Financial-Toxicity-Show-Notes.pdf

Transcript - https://lcfamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/AMA-Financial-Toxicity-Transcript.pdf

Watch Video - https://youtu.be/SfLl_jnvH8U