Human-Centric Cancer Care with Dr. Rahman

In this episode, Talaya sits down with Dr. Fazlur Rahman, a retired oncologist with a remarkable 35-year career spent serving communities in San Angelo, Texas. An author and advocate for patient-centered medicine, Dr. Rahman shares his invaluable insights on what's missing in modern healthcare and how we can bring it back.

This is more than a medical conversation; it's a deep exploration of the human side of oncology for anyone navigating cancer, from patients and caregivers to future oncologists. Dr. Rahman shares powerful stories and lessons from a career dedicated to compassionate care.

In this episode, we dive into:

• The Power of Empathy: Why Dr. Rahman believes a compassionate "bedside manner" is as critical as any treatment.

• Rural Health Barriers: Navigating the unique logistical, cultural, and financial challenges of cancer care in underserved areas.

• The Patient's Struggle: An honest discussion on the human and financial toll of a cancer diagnosis.

• Ethical Decisions: Dr. Rahman's perspective on the difficult choices patients and doctors face in modern healthcare.

✨Timestamp Highlights:

04:34 The Importance of Empathy in Medicine

08:05 Dr. Rahman's Books and Writing

11:36 Challenges in Cancer Care

19:23 Barriers in Rural Cancer Care

25:29 Financial and Ethical Struggles

42:57 Advice for Future Oncologists

Transcript: https://bit.ly/podscript172

Connect & Engage with Dr. Rahman:

Website: https://fazlurrahmanmd.com/

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