Lung Cancer Considered

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Lung Cancer Considered episodes

October 30 LCC in Georgian: Virtual Tumor Board Advanced EGFR-positive Lung Cancer
In this Georgian-language episode of Lung Cancer Considered, Dr. Elene Mariamidze is joined by Dr. Mariam Tchiabrishvili and Dr. Lasha Khmaladze for a multidisciplinary discussion of a challenging case of EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Through a case-based discussion, they explore molecular testing, treatment strategies, management of brain metastases, and the role of EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitors (EGFR TKIs), while highlighting evolving treatment options and challenges in accessing care in Georgia.
Guests:
Elene Mariamidze, MD
Clinical Oncologist, Todua Clinic
President of Georgian School of Oncology (GSO)
Mariam Tchiabrishvili, MD
Radiation Oncologist
Todua Clinic
Tbilisi State University
26 min
October 23 LCC in Arabic: WCLC 2026 Highlights
The 2026 World Conference on Lung Cancer brought together leading experts, researchers, and oncologists to showcase the latest advancements in lung cancer research. To reach a global audience, IASLC has recorded podcast episodes on WCLC 2026 in world languages.
In this episode, host Dr. Nagla Karim moderates a discussion in Arabic about highlights from the conference with Dr. Bashir Abu Aqeel, Dr. Riad Abdel Jalil, Dr. Kamal Al-rabi, Dr. Myriam Saadi, Dr. Ahmed Magdy Rabea, and Dr. Hussein Soudy.
Guests:
Nagla Karim, MD
Professor of Medicine
Director of Thoracic Oncology and Phase I Programs
George Washington University
Riad Abdel Jalil, MD
Thoracic Surgeon
King Hussein Cancer Center
Bashir Abu Aqeel, MD
Medical Oncologist
Augusta Victoria Hospital
Kamal Al-rabi, MD
Medical Oncology
King Hussien Cancer Center
Ahmed Magdy Rabea
Assistant Professor of Medical
National Cancer Institute, Cairo University
Myriam Saadi, MD
Assistant Professor of Medical Oncology, University of Tunis el Manar
Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Department of Medical Oncology
Abderrahman Mami Hospital
Hussein Soudy, MBBS, PhD
Senior Consultant, Medical Oncology
St. George & Sutherland Hospitals, Sydney
42 min
October 20 LCC in Mandarin: WCLC 2026 Highlights with Experts from Taiwan
The 2026 World Conference on Lung Cancer brought together leading experts, researchers, and oncologists to showcase the latest advancements in lung cancer research. To reach a global audience, IASLC has recorded podcast episodes on WCLC 2026 in world languages.
In this episode, guest host Dr. Kuan Yu Chen moderates a discussion in Mandarin with Dr. Bin-Chi Liao, Dr. Mong-Wei Lin, and Dr. Po-Lan Su, leading lung cancer experts in Taiwan, who share their perspectives on key highlights from the conference.
Guests:
Kuan-Yu Chen, MD, PhD
Clinical Professor and Chief, Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine
National Taiwan University Hospital and College of Medicine
Bin-Chi Liao, MD
Department of Medical Oncology
National Taiwan University Cancer Center
Mong-Wei Lin, MD, PhD
Professor of Surgery, National Taiwan University College of Medicine
Chief, Division of Thoracic Surgery
National Taiwan University Hospital
Dr. Po-Lan Su, MD, PhD
Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Internal Medicine
National Chung Kung University Hospital, Taiwan
1 hr 2 min
October 16 LCC in Hebrew: WCLC 2026 Highlights
The 2026 World Conference on Lung Cancer brought together leading experts, researchers, and oncologists to showcase the latest advancements in lung cancer research. To reach a global audience, IASLC has recorded podcast episodes on WCLC 2026 in world languages.
In this episode, host Dr. Ory Wiesel moderates a discussion in Hebrew with Dr. Jair Bar, Dr. Nir Peled, and Dr. Hadas Sorotsky about highlights from the conference.
39 min
October 13 WCLC 2026 Early Career Takeover: Research, Networking, and Career Growth
Recorded at the 2026 IASLC World Conference on Lung Cancer in Seoul, this special Early Career Takeover episode explores what this annual meeting offers to researchers and clinicians at the start of their careers.
Dr. Sara Fra, Dr. Cassio Murilo Hidalgo Filho, and Dr. Nan Sethakorn discuss the research presented at the meeting, the value of bringing together a multidisciplinary and international community, and the networking opportunities that helped them connect with colleagues across specialties.
They reflect on their experiences in the IASLC Academy and highlight specific career development opportunities including mentorship, grants, research support, and the Early Career Forum.
Guests:
Sara Fra, MD
Thoracic Surgeon
Department of Thoracic Surgery
Ramón y Cajal University Hospital
Cassio Murilo Hidalgo Filho, MD
Medical Oncology, Postdoctoral Fellow
Lowe Center for Thoracic Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Harvard Medical School
Nan Sethakorn, MD, PhD
Thoracic Oncologist
Basic Translational Researcher
Loyola University Chicago
19 min
October 09 LCC in Arabic: Joint IASLC/EMRO Workshop Highlights From WCLC 2026
The WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMRO) faces unique challenges around exposures, non-conventional smoking, lung cancer screening, molecular profiling, and evolving therapies in lung cancer. To address this, the inaugural joint IASLC/EMRO workshop took place at the 2026 World Conference on Lung Cancer (WCLC) in Seoul.
In this episode, Dr. Nagla Karim discusses highlights from the workshop in Arabic with Dr. Hesham Elghazaly, Dr. Arafat Tfayli, Dr. Bashir Abu Aqeel, Dr. Riad Abdel Jalil, Dr. Adda Bounedjar, and Dr. Rasha Aboelhassan.
Guests:
Nagla Karim, MD
Professor of Medicine
Director of Thoracic Oncology and Phase I Programs
George Washington University
Hesham Elghazaly, MD
Professor of Clinical Oncology
Ain Shams University
Arafat Tfayli, MD
Chief of Hematology/Oncology and Professor of Clinical Medicine
American University of Beirut Medical Center
Bashir Abu Aqeel, MD
Medical Oncologist
Augusta Victoria Hospital
Riad Abdel Jalil, MD
Thoracic Surgeon
King Hussein Cancer Center
Adda Bounedjar, MD
Professor of Medical Oncology
Blida 1 University
Rasha Aboelhassan, MD
Senior Oncology Consultant
Nasser Institute for Research and Treatment
38 min
October 06 LCC in Korean WCLC 2026 Highlights
The 2026 World Conference on Lung Cancer brings together leading experts, researchers, and oncologists to showcase the latest advancements in lung cancer research. To reach a global audience, IASLC has recorded podcast episodes on WCLC 2026 in world languages.
In this episode, host Dr. Chul Kim moderates a discussion in Korean about breakthrough advances in thoracic oncology presented at the conference with Dr. Ji-Youn Han, Dr. Tae Min Kim, and Dr. Sehhoon Park.
Guests:
Ji-Youn Han, MD, PhD
Professor
National Cancer Center of Korea
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Tae Min Kim, MD, PhD
Professor
Seoul National University Hospital
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Sehhoon Park, MD, PhD
Division of Hematology-Oncology, Department of Medicine
Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sehhoon-park/
46 min
October 05 WCLC 2026 Patient Advocate Takeover: Centering Patient Voices in Research and Care
In this special Patient Advocate Takeover episode, recorded at the 2026 IASLC World Conference on Lung Cancer in Seoul, patient advocates Dr. Sydney Barned and Yvonne Diaz discuss the research and conversations that caught their attention at the meeting.
They reflect on access to new therapies, the importance of involving patient advocates early in clinical trial design, and how stronger communication between patients and providers can improve care. Plus, hear what they look for in new research and their perspectives on topics such as survivorship research and exercise oncology.
Guests:
Dr. Sydney Barned
Physician and Patient Advocate
Living with Stage IV ALK-positive lung cancer
Yvonne Diaz
Co-founder and Chair, Oncogene Cancer Research
Board Member, ALK Positive Inc.
25 min
October 01 WCLC 2026 East-West Academic Exchange: Collaborating on the Future of Lung Cancer Care
Recorded live at the IASLC World Conference on Lung Cancer (WCLC) 2026 in Seoul, this episode brings together experts from China and the U.S. to discuss the growing exchange of ideas, research, and clinical expertise between the regions.
Dr. Chul Kim, Dr. Stephen Liu, Dr. Yuanyuan Zhao, and Dr. Caicun Zhou discuss key research highlights presented at WCLC and explore why lung cancer research is advancing rapidly in China, plus how stronger global collaboration can shape the future of thoracic oncology.
Guests:
Dr. Chul Kim
Director of Thoracic Oncology
Georgetown University, Washington, DC
Dr. Yuanyuan Zhao
Medical Oncologist & Chief Physician
Sun Yat-Sen University Cancer Center
Dr. Caicun Zhou
Professor, Chief Physician, and Director of Medical Oncology
Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine
35 min
September 29 WCLC 2026 Nurse Practitioner Takeover: What APPs are Taking Back to the Clinic
Recorded at the 2026 IASLC World Conference on Lung Cancer in Seoul, this special Nurse Practitioner takeover episode looks at key developments in small cell lung cancer, antibody-drug conjugates, and lung cancer screening — with a focus on what APPs can take back to the clinic.
Laura Macke, Stephanie McDonald, and Dr. Mary Pasquinelli discuss the studies and advances that caught their attention, including how these developments will affect patient conversations, treatment decisions, and the day-to-day work of APPs.
Guests:
Laura A. Macke, MS, FNP-C, AOCNP
Nurse Practitioner
Medstar Georgetown Cancer Institute
Washington, DC
Stephanie McDonald, MSN, FNP-BC, AOCNP
Thoracic Oncology Nurse Practitioner
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Boston, MA
Mary Pasquinelli, DNP, APRN, CTTS
Lead Nurse Practitioner and Director of the Lung Screening Program
University of Illinois Chicago
45 min

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Dr. Stephen Liu and Dr. Narjust Florez host Lung Cancer Considered, the podcast of The International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC). IASLC is the only global organization dedicated solely to the study of lung cancer and other thoracic malignancies. Founded in 1974, the association's membership includes more than 11,000 lung cancer specialists across all disciplines in over 100 countries, forming a global network working together to conquer lung and thoracic cancers worldwide. The association also publishes the Journal of Thoracic Oncology, the primary educational and informational publication for topics relevant to the prevention, detection, diagnosis and treatment of all thoracic malignancies. Visit www.iaslc.org for more information.