In this heartwarming episode, Idongesit reconnects with Joelle Kaufman to celebrate her new #1 international bestseller, Crushing the Cancer Curve Ball. Joelle shares moving stories about how her journey and book are impacting healthcare providers and newly diagnosed patients, helping bridge the emotional gaps often left behind in medical care.
They dive deep into the importance of empathy, personal advocacy in the healthcare system, and balancing privacy with transparency at work when facing a diagnosis. Don't miss this insightful conversation that challenges how we think about healing, partnership, and human connection. #CancerSurvivor #HealthcareEmpathy #PatientAdvocacy
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00:53 Celebrating Joelle Kaufman's Bestseller Achievement 02:10 Impact of "Crushing the Cancer Curve Ball" on Patients and Providers 05:16 Emotional Gaps in Doctor-Patient Conversations 10:11 How Personal Experience Changes Medical Practice 16:30 Building Safe Spaces for Patient Communication 21:00 Vulnerability and Publishing a Personal Story 28:12 Moments of Joy During Recovery 34:00 Discussing Cancer Diagnosis in the Workplace 39:00 Advocating for Access and Coverage During Cancer Care 42:20 The Role of Empathy in Better Health Outcomes 45:00 How to Connect with Joelle Kaufman
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