EPISODE · May 31, 2026 · 9 MIN
They Told Me "No" (How I got Surgery Anyway) : Jessie's EGFR Lung Cancer Story | Pt 3/3
from Young Lung Cancer Initiative Podcast · host Young Lung Cancer Initiative
"I completely deflated."When Jessie was told she was "not a candidate" for surgery to remove her primary lung tumor (the "mothership"), she didn't just accept the answer. As a professional producer, she did what she does best: she assembled an "A-Team" of the world’s leading experts to find a path forward.In this powerful conclusion to our three-part series, Jessie shares the "sobering conversations," the medical disagreements, and the path that eventually led her to a successful surgery.⚠️ DisclaimerThis content is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions regarding a medical condition.Chapters00:00 Introduction 00:23 Assembling a Care Team01:40 Navigating Treatment Options05:17 The Role of Advocacy in Care06:53 Hope for the Future of Lung Cancer TreatmentThank you to Johnson & Johnson for supporting this series.📢 Amplifying the Voices of Young-Onset Lung CancerLung cancer is often caught late in young adults because "they're too young." At the Young Lung Cancer Initiative (YLCI), we are changing that narrative. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing support, research, and advocacy for the young-onset community.New here? Hit SUBSCRIBE to help us share these stories and ensure no young person faces this diagnosis alone.💙 Learn More🌐 Visit Our Website: https://ylci.org/📱 Connect With UsInstagram— @younglungcancer
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"I completely deflated."When Jessie was told she was "not a candidate" for surgery to remove her primary lung tumor (the "mothership"), she didn't just accept the answer. As a professional producer, she did what she does best: she assembled an "A-Team" of the world’s leading experts to find a path forward.In this powerful conclusion to our three-part series, Jessie shares the "sobering conversations," the medical disagreements, and the path that eventually led her to a successful surgery.⚠️ DisclaimerThis content is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions regarding a medical condition.Chapters00:00 Introduction 00:23 Assembling a Care Team01:40 Navigating Treatment Options05:17 The Role of Advocacy in Care06:53 Hope for the Future of Lung Cancer TreatmentThank you to Johnson & Johnson for supporting this series.📢 Amplifying the Voices of Young-Onset Lung CancerLung cancer is often caught late in young adults because "they're too young." At the Young Lung Cancer Initiative (YLCI), we are changing that narrative. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing support, research, and advocacy for the young-onset community.New here? Hit SUBSCRIBE to help us share these stories and ensure no young person faces this diagnosis alone.💙 Learn More🌐 Visit Our Website: https://ylci.org/📱 Connect With UsInstagram— @younglungcancer
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