The region’s only dedicated Theranostics center is advancing in research, treatments, imaging, space, and mobility. Nuclear Medicine Physician, Sam Mehr, along with Marlene Bridwell, RN, BSN Theranostics Nurse Case Manager/Clinical Research Nur

Advancements in Colorectal Cancer Screenings, Treatment, and Research

Mar 28th, 2022 31m 59s

March is Colorectal cancer awareness month and we are fortunate to be discussing with Dr. Joel Michalski, Medical Oncologist at Nebraska Cancer Specialists and Dr. Alan Thorson, retired Colorectal Surgeon on the advancements of screenings, and

Genetic Testing and Counseling at Nebraska Cancer Specialists

Mar 24th, 2021 56m 7s

Tune in to learn more about genetic testing and counseling. Dr. Mary Hurter Wells and Michaela Sherbeck, APRN-CNS, AOCNS, AGCNS-BC join us to discuss who should have genetic testing, what to do with the results, and how clinical genetic testin

Coping with Grief During the Holidays

Nov 23rd, 2020 48m 46s

The holidays can be particularly tough when someone is grieving. A time of year that is advertised to be “the happiest time of the year” for some can be anything but, especially when we know someone is missing. Listen in as our mental health

Coping with Stress in a Pandemic

Nov 2nd, 2020 53m 24s

On March 12, 2020, COVID-19 was declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization. The unpredictability of this global even brought many feelings of uncertainty, fear, and worry. In this episode, our mental health providers join us to disc

The Latest In Cancer Treatments: Theranostics

Jun 10th, 2020 26m 29s

Take a listen as Dr Mehr discusses the latest treatment offered at Nebraska Cancer Specialists. A combination of therapy and diagnostic helps doctors determine and define the type and extent of disease. This information allows decisions to be

Radiation Therapy: Q and A with Dr. Zahra

Feb 12th, 2020 12m 59s

What exactly goes on down in radiation oncology? In this episode, we aim to give listeners a better understanding of what radiation therapy is, how it’s given, and what to expect. Dr. Amir Zahra spends the morning with us answering your most c

Integrative Oncology

Nov 18th, 2019 40m 46s

Between the talks of treatment, surgery and radiation, the mind and spirit can get overwhelmed. In this episode we focus on the mental health of an oncology patient, their family, and their caregivers. Tune in as Lori Wingerter, Nebraska Canc

Immunotherapy

Oct 31st, 2019 19m 44s

The Power of Immunotherapy! Dr. Joel Michalski, Medical Oncologist with Nebraska Cancer Specialists stops by to touch on the relationship between cancer and your immune system, advances of immunotherapy in the modern age, and a little history

Colorectal Cancer

Oct 31st, 2019 28m 51s

In this episode of In the Know, Dr. Tim Huyck, Medical Oncologist with Nebraska Cancer Specialists discusses the latest in colorectal cancer including screening, staging, and treatment. Learn more about risk factors, genetics, and prevention.

Prostate Cancer

Oct 7th, 2019 17m 7s

We all know someone who has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. But do we know why it’s happening and what do about it? Dr. Ralph Hauke, Medical Oncologists with Nebraska Cancer Specialists, sits down to answer our questions and provide some

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