Spot On Podcast by MSCAN
by MSCAN
The Spot On Podcast gives you a baseline understanding and knowledge about skin cancer, and helps navigate you through that journey ahead through diagnosis and treatment.The Spot On Podcast is brought to you by the Melanoma & Skin Cancer Advocacy Network (MSCAN) - who are providing a new, innovative approach to tackle Australia’s national cancer.MSCAN engages with Australia’s leading clinicians, researchers and advocates with the aim of increasing the knowledge of those affected by a diagnosis.For more information about the advocacy work going on to help Australia get skin serious, check out mscan.org.au
Episodes
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Adjuvant and Neoadjuvant Therapy: Melanoma Care with Associate Professor Rachel Roberts-Thomson
In this episode of the Spot On Podcast, host Peter Birch speaks with Associate Professor Rachel Roberts-Thomson who is a Medical Oncologist from Adelaide, about adjuvant and neoadjuvant therapies in melanoma care. Discussing what each therapy involves, adjuvant therapy given after surgery to…
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Melanoma & Family Ties: Pauline & Carl's Skin Cancer Journey
In this episode of the Spot On Podcast, host Peter Birch welcomes guests Pauline Ryan and Carl Morehouse to share their experience with melanoma, and the challenges they faced as a family with young children. Pauline, discovered a concerning lesion/spot on her neck while pregnant with her second...
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Cutaneous Lymphoma: a less common type of skin cancer
Cutaneous Lymphoma (CL) or lymphoma of the skin, is a rare type of non-Hodgkin lymphoma that can appear as a rash or bumps on the skin. In this episode we speak to four distinguished guests about cutaneous lymphoma, its signs and symptoms, how it is different from other skin cancers, how it can...
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Being diagnosed with Merkel Cell Carcinoma - the story of John Mason
In this episode we look at the patient story. John Mason, who has spent much of his life outdoors around rural Australia and currently living off-grid in Qld. John was diagnosed with Merkel Cell Carcinoma (MCC), which is a rare but aggressive form of skin cancer that can easily spread to other...
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Merkel Cell Carcinoma - with Dr Michelle Goh, Dr Wen Xu and A/Prof David Kok
Merkel Cell Carcinoma or MCC, is a less common type of skin cancer. It can be aggressive but it can be treated, especially when found at an early stage. In this episode we talk to three distinguished experts: Dr Michelle Goh is a consultant dermatologist, who has a special interest in complex…
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Understanding Ocular Melanoma, with Dr Li-Anne Lim and Professor Anthony Joshua
Ocular melanoma is a less common type of melanoma that can be found in different parts of the eye. It affects one in 6-8 million people, and like any melanoma or skin cancer, is better when diagnosed early. In this episode we delve into: the symptoms and what potentially causes an ocular melanoma...
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Living well after a skin cancer diagnosis - Dr Maria Ftanou
Welcome to Series 3 of the Spot On podcast. In Series 1, we focused on the fundamentals of skin cancer, interviewing some of Australia's leading clinicians on the topic. In this season, we're focused more on the human side of a diagnosis. Series 2 we looked more on the human side of a diagnosis.…
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Coping with a skin cancer diagnosis. Dr. Eleanor De Ath-Miller; Neuropsychologist, Coach & Consultant
Welcome to Series 3 of the Spot On podcast. In Series 1, we focused on the fundamentals of skin cancer, interviewing some of Australia's leading clinicians on the topic. In this season, we're focused more on the human side of a diagnosis. Series 2 we looked more on the human side of a diagnosis.…
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08 - Patient Stories: Diagnosed with advanced melanoma; Professor Alan Cooper, Professor Georgina Long (featuring Deb Knight)
Welcome to Season 2 of the Spot On podcast. In Season 1, we focused on the fundamentals of skin cancer, interviewing some of Australia's leading clinicians on the topic. In this season, we're focused more on the human side of a diagnosis. MSCAN is thrilled to have renowned journalist Deborah…
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07 - Patient Stories: Diagnosed with skin cancer; Deborah Hutton (featuring Deb Knight)
Welcome to Season 2 of the Spot On podcast. In Season 1, we focused on the fundamentals of skin cancer, interviewing some of Australia's leading clinicians on the topic. In this season, we're focused more on the human side of a diagnosis. MSCAN is thrilled to have renowned journalist Deborah…
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06 - Patient Stories: Diagnosed with advanced melanoma; Doug Phayer, Dr Trish Terrill (featuring Deb Knight)
Welcome to Season 2 of the Spot On podcast. In Season 1, we focused on the fundamentals of skin cancer, interviewing some of Australia's leading clinicians on the topic. In this season, we're focused more on the human side of a diagnosis. MSCAN is thrilled to have renowned journalist Deborah…
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05 - Patient Stories: Diagnosed with advanced melanoma; Jarryd Roughead, Dr Donna Milne (featuring Deb Knight)
Welcome to Season 2 of the Spot On podcast. In Season 1, we focused on the fundamentals of skin cancer, interviewing some of Australia's leading clinicians on the topic. In this season, we're focused more on the human side of a diagnosis. MSCAN is thrilled to have renowned journalist Deborah…
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04 - Clinical Trials in Skin Cancer, Professor Mark Shackleton & Dr Megan Lyle
Overview: In this episode we learn what a clinical trial is, how they are developed and why they are so important. We also learn about participating in clinical trials, factors to consider and what the process is to get involved. Speakers: Prof Mark Shackleton is the Director of Oncology at…
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03 - Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer (NMSC), Associate Professor Chris Baker AM
Overview: In this episode, we learn about Non Melanoma Skin Cancers (NMSC). What are the types of NMSC, what are the factors that contribute to having one, how are they detected and what are the treatment options? Speaker: Associate Professor Chris Baker AM is the Director of Dermatology at St....
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02 - Advanced Melanoma, Professor Grant McArthur & Associate Professor David Gyorki
Overview: In this episode, we learn about advanced melanoma; in particular stage III and IV melanoma, and the different kinds of gene mutations and why they are important. Later in the episode we will talk about different treatment options for melanoma. Speakers: Professor Grant McArthur is a...
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01 - The Fundamentals & Treatment of Early Stage Melanoma, Associate Professor Victoria Mar & Professor John Thompson AO
Overview: In this episode, we cover the fundamentals and treatment of early stage melanoma. Speakers: Associate Professor Victoria Mar is the Director of the Victorian Melanoma Service at The Alfred Hospital in Melbourne, and Adjunct Associate Professor at the School of Public Health and…
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Introducing: The Spot On Podcast
2 out of 3 Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by the age of 70. In Australia there are over 1 million GP visits per year due to skin cancer. And skin cancer accounts for 80% of newly diagnosed cancers. We have the highest incidence of skin cancer in the world. So it’s time for…
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About this show
The Spot On Podcast gives you a baseline understanding and knowledge about skin cancer, and helps navigate you through that journey ahead through diagnosis and treatment.The Spot On Podcast is brought to you by the Melanoma & Skin Cancer Advocacy Network (MSCAN) - who are providing a new, innovative approach to tackle Australia’s national cancer.MSCAN engages with Australia’s leading clinicians, researchers and advocates with the aim of increasing the knowledge of those affected by a diagnosis.For more information about the advocacy work going on to help Australia get skin serious, check out mscan.org.au
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