🎙️ Eye Believe Podcast – Featuring Dr. Zachary T. Berman

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In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, we welcome Zachary T. Berman, MD, Associate Professor of Clinical Radiology at the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Berman is a national thought leader in interventional oncology with a subspecialty focus on hepatobiliary malignancies. A graduate of Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, he completed his internal medicine internship and diagnostic/interventional radiology residency at UC San Diego, where he continues to advance liver-directed therapies and interventional radiology practices.

Dr. Berman joins us to discuss the Hepzato Kit—what it is, how it works, and what patients need to know.

Could it be the right option for you or your loved one? He breaks down the latest insights, treatment considerations, and the future of liver-directed therapy in an accessible and engaging way.

Dr. Padia - how does Hepzato work? https://youtu.be/m7eWqvV9KOg?si=e1Xm4O9qtLZQLHFj YouTube

Dr. Chmielowski - Hepzato from a med onc perspective: https://youtu.be/0GzqHluFPWA?si=RjwfYqGLlRi1OWjQ

A patient's courageous story of having Hepzato Kit: https://youtu.be/Zhj8ZzPiWos?si=C7Whemzg0Tysbbv-

Puzzling out Liver Directed Therapies: https://youtu.be/qBN9lP0TFE8?si=jVjr4-Lh9DY2L7xG

Future of Liver Directed Treatments at Eye Believe 2024: https://youtu.be/881K94Zc0sI?si=jKf9uud2qCrSkpkz

👉 Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, or medical professional, this episode offers a clear look into an important innovation in cancer treatment.

🎙 Rare Cancer Day Spotlight: Maya Skubatch’s Story | The Eye Believe Podcast

In this special Rare Cancer Day episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, we sit down with Maya Skubatch, a cancer patient living with Blue Nevus Melanoma — an ultra rare cancer nearly identical to uveal melanoma. 🌟

Maya’s journey is one of resilience, courage, and hope. As one of the rarest of the rare, she shares her powerful personal story, the challenges of navigating a rare cancer diagnosis, and the importance of raising awareness for conditions that often go unheard.

Join us in honoring Rare Cancer Day by listening, learning, and sharing Maya’s story to help shine a light on those fighting rare diseases.

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📌 Resources & Links:

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💙 The Blue Nevus Melanoma Foundation: https://sites.google.com/view/bluenevusmelanoma/our-mission

💌 E-Mail Maya- [email protected]

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🎙 The Latest in Ocular Melanoma with Dr. Inderjit Mehmi | The Eye Believe Podcast

In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, we welcome Dr. Mehmi, a highly respected medical oncologist at The Angeles Clinic and Research Institute with a deep interest in melanoma — including cutaneous, uveal, and mucosal types.

Dr. Mehmi shares the most up-to-date research, treatments, and breakthroughs in ocular melanoma (OM), offering valuable insights.

From evolving therapies to promising clinical trials, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone wanting to stay informed on advancements in the fight against OM.

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Eye On The Expert: Taking Charge of Eye Health with Dr. Dorothy Hitchmoth

Dr. Hitchmoth shares expert insights on the powerful role that diet and healthy lifestyle habits play in protecting your vision and promoting lifelong eye health.

From practical nutrition tips to daily habits that safeguard your sight, you’ll learn actionable strategies you can start using today to take charge of your eye health and reduce your risk of vision loss.

In this webinar, you’ll discover:

How diet influences your eye health and overall well-being

The best foods and nutrients for protecting your vision

Daily lifestyle habits that can make a difference for your eyes

Preventative steps to preserve vision as you age

Whether you’re living with an eye condition, at risk for vision loss, or simply want to keep your eyes healthy, this session offers valuable guidance you won’t want to miss.

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We’re honored to welcome Dr. Carol Shields, one of the world’s leading ocular oncologists and Director of the Oncology Service at Wills Eye Hospital, to the Eye Believe Podcast by A Cure In Sight. 👁

Dr. Shields shares how telehealth is transforming care for ocular melanoma patients — improving access, making follow-ups easier, and ensuring patients get expert care without the hassle. 🙌

She also offers a very touching tribute to her late husband, Dr. Jerry Shields, whose legacy and partnership shaped the field of ocular oncology. ❤️

💙 If you or someone you love is affected by ocular melanoma, you won’t want to miss this episode! Let’s keep raising awareness and spreading hope together.

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Meet Ashley Morgan — a true rarity in the ocular melanoma community. Before her diagnosis, Ashley was already navigating life completely blind. In this powerful and inspiring conversation, Ashley shares her extraordinary journey, resilience, and the realities of facing a cancer diagnosis without sight.

Her story is one of courage, hope, and the unwavering belief that even in darkness, you can still shine. 🌟

🎧 Listen now and be moved by Ashley’s strength and perspective.

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🎙️ The Eye Believe Podcast – New Episode Featuring Danet Peterson: How to Cope with Scanxiety Ocular melanoma is hard enough — but the stress around regular scans can be overwhelming. In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, Danet Peterson opens up about her own journey with “scanxiety” — the emotional rollercoaster that comes before, during, and after medical scans. Danet shares her personal coping strategies, mindset shifts, and practical tips to help manage the anxiety that so many in the ocular melanoma community know all too well. From self-care rituals to reframing fear into empowerment, this episode is filled with insight, hope, and encouragement for anyone facing the wait for scan results. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, in long-term follow-up, or supporting a loved one, Danet’s wisdom offers comfort and actionable ways to navigate the stress of scan season. Listen now for tools, empathy, and the reminder that you are not alone.

🎧 New Episode: A Physician Assistant Becomes the Patient — Mark Moore’s Ocular Melanoma Journey

In this moving episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, host Megan Bekkedahl sits down with Mark Moore, an ocular melanoma patient and practicing physician assistant, who shares his story of diagnosis, treatment, and healing — all through the dual lens of a medical professional and a survivor.

Mark opens up about:

The moment he discovered something was wrong

Navigating the emotional and clinical sides of being a patient

How his medical background shaped his decisions and experience

This episode is a must-listen for anyone touched by ocular melanoma — whether you're newly diagnosed, a caregiver, or in the medical community.

Watch, learn, and be inspired by a story that reminds us all of the power of empathy, knowledge, and resilience.

👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to help us raise awareness for ocular melanoma.

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🍦 Why I Eat Pink Ice Cream – Sharlene Carlson's Story | The Eye Believe Podcast 🎙️

In celebration of National Ice Cream Day (July 20th), we’re thrilled to welcome back Sharlene Carlson to The Eye Believe Podcast!

Sharlene shares the powerful story behind her love for pink ice cream — a sweet symbol of resilience, survivorship, and hope after her ocular melanoma journey. 💖

Whether you're a survivor, a caregiver, or someone who believes in finding joy in the little things — this episode will inspire you to celebrate your resilience in your own unique way.

👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this story of strength and pink power!

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🎙️ New Episode Alert: Eye Believe Podcast with Dr. Pauline Funchain! 👁️🧬

In this powerful new episode of The Eye Believe Podcast, host Danet Peterson sits down with the brilliant Dr. Pauline Funchain, a leading researcher in ocular oncology, to explore the latest news in clinical trials for ocular melanoma.

Tune in to catch the “411” of clinical trials for metastatic uveal melanoma. In this episode, Dr. Funchain helps explain some of the key phrases to understand when researching a clinical trial, and we end with the most current list of actively recruiting clinical trials as of 5/5/25. The most hopeful thing for you as patients? Learning about the evolving space of clinical trials and just how hard our doctors are working to keep trials accessible!

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