Melanoma Matters
Melanoma Matters
Podcast Description
From the UK to the USA - Melanoma Matters is on a mission!
Hosts James Larkin and Sapna Patel are spreading the word on melanoma, one podcast at a time. Tune in for a critical review of the literature and a discussion of how we incorporate the data into our practices...across the pond(s).
#MelanomaMatters video podcast
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a wide range of melanoma-related topics, including immune therapies, clinical trial results, and updates from major medical conferences. Notable episodes examine studies like the CheckMate 067 and the implications of the ADAPT-IT study on treatment strategies, alongside discussions about patient care and systemic challenges in accessing effective therapies.
From the UK to the USA – Melanoma Matters is on a mission!
Hosts James Larkin and Sapna Patel are spreading the word on melanoma, one podcast at a time. Tune in for a critical review of the literature and a discussion of how we incorporate the data into our practices…across the pond(s).
#MelanomaMatters video podcast
Summary
In this episode, hosts James Larkin & Sapna Patel discuss the Women in Melanoma Conference, highlighting its role in fostering networking and collaboration among female oncologists. They reflect on the evolution of the conference, its impact on participants, and the importance of addressing women’s issues in oncology. The discussion also touches on the potential for expanding the initiative beyond the U.S. and the value of creating a supportive community for women in the medical field.
James reveals a lack of stupid human tricks, Sapna reports on her skill with napkin lipstick blots, and the two fawn over word clouds in the shape of the female form (e.g. Figure 1). Moral of the story? Don’t tease, and James is the bigger geek… all around
Keywords
melanoma, women in oncology, networking, collaboration, medical conference, women empowerment, survivorship, oncology research, patient care, medical community
Takeaways
The Women in Melanoma Conference was initiated to address the lack of female representation in oncology meetings.
Networking and collaboration are crucial for professional growth in oncology.
The conference has evolved to include a broader range of topics relevant to women in the medical field.
Participants have expressed feelings of camaraderie and support through the conference.
The initiative has led to successful collaborations and publications among attendees.
There is potential for expanding the Women in Melanoma initiative internationally.
The conference addresses both professional and personal challenges faced by women in oncology.
Role-playing exercises have been beneficial for participants in handling difficult conversations.
The conference serves as a platform for discussing patient-centered care and survivorship.
The success of the initiative may inspire similar programs in other medical specialties.
Sound Bites
“It’s been a lovely forum.”
“There’s no reason this has to stay U.S.”
“We captured lightning in a bottle here.”
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Icebreakers
02:53 Val Guild & the Inception of WIM
06:53 Networking and Collaboration in Oncology
10:45 Expanding the Women in Melanoma Initiative
14:26 Figure 1. Word Cloud
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