Colorectal Cancer Care: A Physician, A Survivor, and the Medical Assistants Who Bring It All Together

In this month's episode, we explore the deeply human side of cancer care - from discovery to treatment and every raw moment in between. Dr. Joeseph Perez, a family medicine physician in Pen Argly, PA and 2025-2026 AAMA Board of Trustees Physician Liaison, shares his firsthand experiences working with his medical assisting team and the roles they play in supporting their patients through some of the most challenging moments of their lives. We're also honored to hear the courageous story of colorectal cancer survivor Esther Hyun, who opens up about navigating the complexities of the health care system, advocating for her own diagnosis and treatment, and the medical assistants, nurses, and physicians who have shaped her journey. Together, their stories and perspectives speak to the power of teamwork, compassion, and patient advocacy - and what it truly means to deliver whole-person care.