Understanding the Progression and Treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Cancer Care Connections

Discover the groundbreaking strides made in the fight against lung cancer as we welcome Dr. Christopher Paschold from Virginia Oncology Associates to share his expertise on the latest in cancer treatment and screening. Our conversation sheds light on the silent progression of non-small cell lung cancer and the critical role early detection plays in improving outcomes. Dr. Paschold emphasizes the importance of proactive screening measures for those at high- risk. We also explore the impact of breakthrough therapies like immunotherapy and targeted therapy treatments, offering new hope to patients. This episode is a resource for anyone touched by lung cancer, driving home the message that early intervention and informed action can dramatically alter the course of this illness.
Dr. Christopher Paschold graduated from Wake Forest School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He then completed a residency in Internal Medicine and a fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology at the University of Virginia.

Dr. Paschold has been involved in various research studies and publications. He has held multiple hospital leadership positions and is a graduate of the Medical Society of Virginia's Claude Moore Leadership Institute. Dr. Paschold has received a variety of awards, including being invited into the Life Sciences Honors Program at North Carolina State University, and is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. He is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Society of Hematology, and the Society of Integrative Oncology.

Resources mentioned in this podcast
LUNGevity Foundation: https://www.lungevity.org/

American Cancer Society: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/lung-cancer.html

Tools to Quit Smoking

Smoking Cessation Programs
Prescriptions (ask your doctor for details)
Nicotine Replacement

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Capíttulos

1. Understanding the Progression and Treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (00:00:00)

2. Lung Cancer Stages (00:01:15)

3. Lung Cancer Screening (00:03:35)

4. Advances in Treatment (00:04:45)

5. Be Your Own Advocate (00:05:34)

6. Tools and Resources (00:06:38)

7. Lung Cancer Patient's Journey (00:10:06)

8. Immunotherapy for Lung Cancer (00:12:54)

9. Small-Cell Lung Cancer (00:14:49)