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The Eye Believe Podcast
by A Cure In Sight
Ocular melanoma information on treatment, research, and living with ocular melanoma.
Episodes
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What's Up, Doc? Featuring Dr. Vincent Ma | The Eye Believe Podcast
What's Up, Doc? Featuring Dr. Vincent Ma | The Eye Believe Podcast What inspires a physician to dedicate their career to treating a rare cancer? And who are the people behind the white coats? In this episode of The Eye Believe Podcast's "What's Up, Doc?" series, Megan sits down with Dr. Vincent…
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My 15 years: Episode 17: Information Overload, Misinformation & Living for Today
My 15 years: Episode 17: Information Overload, Misinformation & Living for Today When you're diagnosed with a rare cancer, it's natural to want answers. But how much information is too much? In Episode 17 of My 15 Years, Melody, founder and president of A Cure in Sight, shares her perspective on...
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When Breast Cancer Meets Ocular Melanoma | The Eye Believe Podcast
When Breast Cancer Meets Ocular Melanoma | Three Women, Two Diagnoses What is it like to face not one, but two very different cancer diagnoses? And how does the experience of living with a rare cancer compare to one that affects so many people? In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, The Eye...
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The Art of Ocular Prosthetics | The Eye Believe Podcast
The Art of Ocular Prosthetics | The Eye Believe Podcast What happens after you’re told you may lose an eye? What will you look like? Will people notice? And how is a prosthetic eye actually made? In this episode of The Eye Believe Podcast, Danet sits down with Sara Moslehi, ocularist and...
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Social Security Compassionate Allowances Update
💙 IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR THE UVEAL MELANOMA COMMUNITY Uveal melanoma has recently been added to the Social Security Administration’s Compassionate Allowances list—an important development for patients who may need to apply for Social Security disability benefits. But what does that actually mean?...
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🍂 Healthy Habits for the Fall Hustle
🍂 Healthy Habits for the Fall Hustle Fall is here—and with it comes busy schedules, shorter days, holiday parties, comfort food, cold weather, and all the reasons our healthy routines can suddenly disappear. So how do we enjoy the season without completely falling off the wagon? In this episode…
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My 15 years: Episode 16: The Relationships That Stay — and the Ones That Don’t
Episode 16: The Relationships That Stay — and the Ones That Don’t Cancer has a way of changing relationships. In Episode 16 of My 15 Years, Melody reflects on the people who were part of her life before her ocular melanoma diagnosis—and what happened to those relationships afterward. She shares...
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Organizing Through Cancer: Less Clutter, More Control
A cancer diagnosis can bring appointments, medications, scans, paperwork—and a whole lot of mental clutter. Could getting organized make some of it a little easier? In this episode of The Eye Believe Podcast, we’re joined by professional organizer Kelly Tait of Bee Organized to talk about simple,...
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Who’s Looking After the Rest of You? | The Eye Believe Podcast
👨⚕️ Who’s Looking After the Rest of You? When you’re diagnosed with ocular melanoma, it’s easy for cancer care to become the center of your healthcare. But while your oncology team is focused on your cancer, who is looking after the rest of you? In this episode of The Eye Believe Podcast, we...
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My 15 Years | Episode 15: Why Me? Why Not Me?
Episode 15: Why Me? Why Not Me? “Why me?” It’s a question many people ask after receiving a cancer diagnosis. But what happens when that question begins to consume your life? In Episode 15 of My 15 Years, Melody opens up about the years following her ocular melanoma diagnosis and how fear,...
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What’s Up, Doc? Featuring Dr. Omid Hamid | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of What’s Up, Doc? on the Eye Believe Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Omid Hamid, Chief of Translational Research and Immuno-Oncology at The Angeles Clinic and Research Institute and Co-Director of its Melanoma and Phase I Programs. A recognized leader in melanoma and…
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What’s Up, Doc? Featuring Dr. Carol Shields | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of What's Up, Doc? on the Eye Believe Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Carol L. Shields, Chief of the Ocular Oncology Service at Wills Eye Hospital and one of the world's most recognized leaders in ocular oncology. Dr. Shields has dedicated her career to advancing the understanding…
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The Living Library of Uveal Melanoma | The Eye Believe Podcast
🧬 The Living Library of Uveal Melanoma with Dr. Lauren Dalvin What if researchers could study uveal melanoma using models created from real patient tumors? In this episode of The Eye Believe Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Lauren Dalvin of Mayo Clinic to explore the Living Library of Uveal...
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My 15 Years | Episode 14: Being a caregiver when YOU need a caregiver
Caregiving can be an act of deep love—but it can also take a physical and emotional toll, especially when the caregiver is facing health challenges of their own. In Episode 14 of Melody’s 15-year series, she shares her experience caring for her mother through dementia while navigating her own...
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When The Doctor Becomes The Patient | The Eye Believe Podcast
What does it mean to live well with ocular melanoma for more than a decade? In this episode of Living in the Long Middle, we're joined by Dr. Ian Kamerman, a physician from Australia who has been living with ocular melanoma for 14 years. Ian shares his personal journey—from the shock of his…
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Why The INSIGHT Biobank Matters
What if one decision today could help unlock tomorrow's breakthrough treatments for ocular melanoma? In this episode of The Eye Believe Podcast, we're joined by Dr. Justin Moser to explore the INSIGHT Biobank—what it is, how it began, why it's so important, and the incredible impact it could have...
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My 15 Years | Episode 13: What Long-Term Survivorship Really Looks Like
Episode 13: What Long-Term Survivorship Really Looks Like What happens after 10 years? After 15? While much of the conversation around cancer focuses on diagnosis and treatment, long-term survivorship comes with its own unique challenges, questions, and victories. In Episode 13 of My 15 Years,...
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What’s Up, Doc? Featuring Dr. Lauren Dalvin | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of What's Up, Doc? on the Eye Believe Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Lauren A. Dalvin, ocular oncologist and ophthalmologist at Mayo Clinic, for a conversation that goes beyond medicine. Dr. Dalvin shares the journey that led her to a career in ophthalmology and ocular oncology…
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What’s Up, Doc? Featuring Dr. Zack Oakey | The Eye Believe Podcast
What’s Up, Doc? Featuring Dr. Zack Oakey | The Eye Believe Podcast In this episode of What's Up, Doc? on the Eye Believe Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Zack Oakey! Dr. Oakey shares the journey that led him to establish Blue Coast Retina and discusses his approach to caring for patients with ocular...
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My 15 Years | Episode 12: Asking for Help & Setting Boundaries
Episode 12: Asking for Help & Setting Boundaries One of the hardest parts of a cancer diagnosis isn't just managing treatments—it's learning how to navigate relationships with the people who love you. In Episode 12 of My 15 Years, Melody shares her experiences managing the expectations of friends...
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How KIMMTRAK Connect Supports Patients | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, we're joined by Diana McDonnell, Nurse Practitioner at Columbia University, to discuss KIMMTRAK Connect and the valuable support it provides to patients throughout their treatment journey. KIMMTRAK Connect is designed to help patients navigate treatment...
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What’s Up, Doc? Featuring Dr. Basil Williams | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of What's Up, Doc? on the Eye Believe Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Basil Williams, ocular oncologist, vitreoretinal surgeon, educator, and leader at the world-renowned Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. Dr. Williams serves as Associate Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology, Medical...
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My 15 Years | Episode 11: When It's Not Just Ocular Melanoma
Episode 11: When It's Not Just Ocular Melanoma Living with ocular melanoma is challenging enough—but what happens when other health issues enter the picture, too? In Episode 11 of our special 15-year series, Melody opens up about navigating multiple health conditions while living with ocular...
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The Patient and Caregiver Experience | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of Living in the Long-Middle, we are joined by Phil and Caitlyn Stewart, a husband-and-wife team sharing their experiences from both sides of the cancer journey—the patient perspective and the caregiver perspective. When cancer enters a relationship, it impacts more than just one...
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Eye on the Expert: Eye on ctDNA – What Doctors Are Learning in Uveal Melanoma
Eye on the Expert: Eye on ctDNA – What Doctors Are Learning in Uveal Melanoma In this Eye on the Expert webinar, leading experts discuss the growing role of circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) in uveal melanoma and what this emerging technology may mean for patients and providers. Joining the…
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What’s Up, Doc? Featuring Dr. Miguel Materin | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of What's Up, Doc? on the Eye Believe Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Miguel Materin, a leading ocular oncologist and retina specialist, for a conversation that goes beyond medicine. Dr. Materin shares insights into his recent transition from Duke University to Northwell Health…
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Sam Franklin’s Powerful Perspective | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of Living in the Long-Middle, we welcome back Sam Franklin for a deeply personal conversation about life, survivorship, and what it means to truly live while facing cancer. Sam’s story reminds us that how we approach the “living” part of the long-middle matters. He reflects on the...
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My 15 Years | Episode 10: The Story Behind Lookin' For A Cure 5K
In Episode 10 of My 15 Years, Melody shares the story behind the creation of Lookin' For A Cure 5K and how a small community event grew into an important tradition for the ocular melanoma community. She talks about what inspired the first race, the work that goes into organizing an event year…
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Protecting Your Eyes This Summer | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Kristie Nguyen to talk about protecting your eyes and preparing for a safe, healthy summer season. ☀️🕶️ As National Sunglasses Day approaches on June 27th, Dr. Nguyen shares practical tips for maintaining eye health during the…
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The Mental Health Side of Cancer | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Julia Brechbiel, Clinical Psychologist at Fred Hutch for an important conversation about mental health and cancer. Dr. Brechbiel shares practical, compassionate guidance for patients and caregivers navigating the emotional impact of...
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My 15 Years | Episode 9: Summer After Radiation
Episode 9: Summer After Radiation Summer looked very different after treatment. In Episode 9 of My 15 Years, Melody reflects on her first summer after plaque brachytherapy and what it was like adjusting to life just one month after radiation treatment. She talks about learning to embrace a “new...
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Are We in a Clinical Trial Drought? | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Marlana Orloff for an important conversation: Are We in a Clinical Trial Drought? Dr. Orloff discusses the current landscape of uveal melanoma clinical trials, including which studies have recently closed, why those closures…
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Through a Patient’s Experience | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, we’re joined by Wendy Carpenter, a metastatic ocular melanoma patient who is currently NED (No Evidence of Disease). Wendy shares her personal experience using ctDNA (circulating tumor DNA) testing as part of her ongoing surveillance and care. She...
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My 15 Years | Episode 8: Grief, Survivor’s Guilt & Finding Joy Again
Episode 8: Grief, Survivor’s Guilt & Finding Joy Again Grief after cancer isn’t always visible. In Episode 8 of My 15 Years, Melody opens up about the many forms of grief that followed her ocular melanoma diagnosis — the loss of who she was before cancer, the loss of certainty about the future…
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Transforming Patient Care in the West | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, Transforming Patient Care in the West, we’re joined by Dr. Inderjit Mehmi from The Angeles Clinic. Dr. Mehmi shares insight into how care for ocular melanoma patients is evolving, including both standard of care treatments and the clinical trials...
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Outliving the Statistics: A Story About Survivor’s Gratitude | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of Living in the Long Middle, part of the Eye Believe Podcast, we share Outliving the Statistics: A Story About Survivor’s Gratitude with Katie Doble. Katie is a metastatic ocular melanoma patient who is now NED (No Evidence of Disease) following TIL (Tumor-Infiltrating…
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My 15 years | Episode 7: Breaking the Stigma
In Episode 7 of our special 15-year series, Melody opens up about an often overlooked but essential part of the cancer journey—mental health. From breaking the stigma around therapy in the cancer community to recognizing when you’re ready for something more, this conversation is honest…
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The Power of a Treatment Buddy | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, we’re joined by Brianne Ward and Bev Shaw, two ocular melanoma patients from Canada whose connection turned into something truly powerful. After first meeting online, Brianne and Bev later found themselves as roommates during treatment—a full-circle...
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Giving Your Diagnosis Direction | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, we’re joined by Lindsay Brown and Lucy Innes, two incredible members of the ocular melanoma community who have each turned their diagnosis into purpose. With very different but equally inspiring paths, Lindsay has become a motivational speaker, while…
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Melanoma Research Foundation and CURE OM
In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, Danet sits down with Kyleigh LiPira from the Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) and CURE OM to discuss advocacy, education, and community in the ocular melanoma space. Kyleigh shares insights into the work being done to support patients and caregivers,...
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What’s Up, Doc? Featuring Dr. Prithvi Mruthyunjaya | The Eye Believe Podcast
What’s Up, Doc? Featuring Dr. Prithvi Mruthyunjaya | The Eye Believe Podcast Welcome to What’s Up, Doc?—a new series from A Cure In Sight where we sit down with ocular melanoma (OM) specialists from around the world to get to know the people behind the medicine. In this episode, we’re joined by…
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My 15 years | Episode 6: Coping with Scanxiety
Episode 6: Coping with Scanxiety For many cancer patients and survivors, the time leading up to scans can bring overwhelming anxiety — often called scanxiety. In Episode 6 of My 15 Years, Melody opens up about her personal experience with scanxiety over the past 15 years of living with ocular...
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The Weight of “Doing Well” | The Eye Believe Podcast
We’re proud to introduce a new series from the Eye Believe Podcast: Living In The Long Middle, hosted by Danet Peterson. This series is dedicated to exploring the often unspoken reality of living with ocular melanoma—the space between diagnosis and outcome. It’s a place many patients find...
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Eye On Chopin Webinar | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this Eye on the Expert webinar, Eye on CHOPIN: Study Insights & Personalizing Treatment in MUM, three leading U.S. physicians discuss the latest findings from the CHOPIN trial, with results reported in late 2025. This recorded discussion explores how emerging data can support a more...
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Broken Not Broke | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, we’re joined by Adrián Franco, Ph.D., founder of Broken Not Broke, an initiative dedicated to addressing the often-overlooked financial toxicity of childhood cancer. After his son was diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma in 2022, Adrián experienced firsthand…
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How “Cancer Poop” Is Changing Cancer Care | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, Danet sits down with Dr. Vincent Ma to discuss an emerging and exciting tool in cancer monitoring: ctDNA (circulating tumor DNA)—or as Dr. Ma memorably calls it, “cancer poop.” Dr. Ma breaks down this complex topic in a way that’s easy to understand,...
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My 15 Years | Episode 5: Finding Community & Creating A Cure in Sight
Episode 5: Finding Community & Creating A Cure in Sight A cancer diagnosis can feel incredibly isolating — especially when the disease is rare. In Episode 5 of My 15 Years, Melody reflects on what it was like to search for community after being diagnosed with ocular melanoma 15 years ago, when…
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Eat Better, Feel Better | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, we’re joined by Sheri and Leah Wernecke, the mother-daughter team behind Wernecke Wellness, to talk about the power of nutrition in honor of National Nutrition Month. Drawing from their own health journeys, Sheri and Leah share simple, practical, and...
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My 15 Years | Episode 4: Ocular Melanoma Misconceptions & Early Advocacy
Ocular melanoma is one of the rarest forms of cancer — and because of that, it’s often misunderstood. In Episode 4 of My 15 Years, Melody talks about some of the most common misconceptions surrounding ocular melanoma, including funding challenges that come with such a rare diagnosis. She also...
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Standardizing MUM Surveillance: COOG Panel Discussion | The Eye Believe Podcast
In this special episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, we bring together six leading experts to discuss newly established consensus guidelines for metastatic uveal melanoma (MUM) surveillance. Through a modified Delphi panel led by the Collaborative Ocular Oncology Group (COOG), 41 experts from more...
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Ocular melanoma information on treatment, research, and living with ocular melanoma.
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