Precision Medicine Podcast

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Welcome to the Precision Medicine Podcast by Trapelo. Created and hosted by patient advocate Karan Cushman, this is the podcast where leading voices in cancer explore how to bring precision medicine to patients everywhere.

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Based on 6 episodes we listened to · September 2026

Karen Cushman makes precision oncology legible by connecting genomic testing, AI, access, and clinical coordination to the decisions shaping cancer care.

Precision Medicine Podcast turns complex cancer care into focused conversations about how testing, targeted treatment, and early detection work in practice.

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A mammogram form forgot the father's side; Karen Cushman's guest catches what that could miss.

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  • to know why cancer risk questions should include both sides of your family
  • to hear clinicians weigh what AI cancer screening can and cannot do yet
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How Trevor Maxwell Learned to Man Up to Cancer on His Journey with Colorectal Cancer

A reflective cancer conversation that puts screening, support, and men's vulnerability in the same frame.

Precision Medicine Podcast presents colorectal cancer as a lived reality, not an abstract diagnosis. Trevor Maxwell, a stage four survivor, patient advocate, and founder of Man Up to Cancer, describes the diagnosis that changed his life and the mental strain that followed.

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  1. 1

    How Trevor Maxwell Learned to Man Up to Cancer on His Journey with Colorectal Cancer

    Hidden gem

    Part two of Precision Medicine Podcast's colorectal cancer focus.

    ·33m
  2. 2

    Liquid Biopsy Part 1: Breaking Speed and Access Barriers in Precision Oncology

    Precision Medicine Podcast opens a two-part look at liquid biopsy, a blood-based test that could help extend precision diagnosis to more patients, more quickly.

    ·35m·5 clips
  3. 3

    How AI is Revolutionizing Precision Medicine: Dr. Douglas Flora & Dr. Sanjay Juneja on the Future of Cancer Care

    Karen Cushman opens Season 6 by setting the stage around the practical problems oncologists, reference labs, and payers are facing as precision medicine keeps expanding.

    ·50m·1 clip
  4. 4

    Advancing Prostate Cancer Care with Dr. William Oh: Precision Medicine, Diagnostics and Advocacy (Part 2)

    Karen Cushman continues the show’s prostate cancer deep dive with Dr.

    ·33m·5 clips
  5. 5

    Inherited Cancer Risk: What Every Patient and Clinician Needs to Know with Guest Ellen Matloff

    She found out in her early twenties that she carried the BRCA1 mutation and made decision to undergo preventive mastectomy.

    ·45m·3 clips
  6. 6

    Bringing Precision Medicine—and Compassion—to Every Cancer Journey with Dr. Arif Kamal

    Hidden gem

    Karen Cushman opens Season 6 by going back to the American Cancer Society's origin story.

    ·1h·3 clips
  7. 7

    Dr. William Oh on How Precision Medicine and Early Detection Transform Outcomes in Prostate Cancer Care (Part 1)

    Hidden gem

    Karen Cushman opens the Precision Medicine Podcast with prostate cancer statistics that include one in eight U.S.

    ·42m·2 clips
  8. 8

    New Legislation Helps Deliver Appropriate Biomarker Testing to More Cancer Patients When and Where They Need It

    Hidden gem

    Karen Cushman opens by laying out a basic access problem in precision medicine: the gap between a cancer diagnosis and the biomarker testing that can point to the right treatment.

    ·38m·2 clips
  9. 9

    New Series: Bringing Precision Medicine to Everyone with Dr. Kashyap Patel + Dr. Angella Charnot-Katsikas

    Hidden gem

    Season 6 opens with a new series focused on bringing precision medicine to more people.

    ·34m·2 clips
  10. 10

    From Access to AI: Cancer in America with Dr. Douglas Flora

    Hidden gem

    Precision Medicine Podcast episode with Dr.

    ·36m
  11. 11

    Part 1. The Alarming Rise of Colorectal Cancer: Advocate Trevor Maxwell Explains Why Basic Screening Is Mission Critical

    Hidden gem

    Precision Medicine Podcast episode 60 features host Karen Cushman and Trevor Maxwell, who has lived with stage 4 colorectal cancer since March 2018 and founded Man Up to Cancer.

    ·38m·2 clips
  12. 12

    Liquid Biopsy for Precision Medicine: What’s Actionable Now and What’s Next

    Hidden gem

    Season 7 opens with a sharp look at liquid biopsy and why it matters for precision medicine.

    ·29m·1 clip
  13. 13

    Dr. Pranil Chandra and Dr. Luis Raez: Enabling Comprehensive Genomic Profiling in Lung Cancer

    You guys are obviously, you guys are dialed into the benefits of liquid biopsy.

    ·46m·3 clips
  14. 14

    Dr. Debra Patt: Texas Oncology Has an “Easy Button” for Delivering Consistent Precision Oncology Care

    Dec 14, 2022·27m
  15. 15

    Do We Have the Will to Address Inequality in Precision Oncology? A Conversation with Dr. Karen Winkfield

    Jun 3, 2022·53m
  16. 16

    Dr. Stephen Kingsmore on Scaling Whole Genome Sequencing for Uncovering Genetic Defects in Infants

    Mar 29, 2022·38m
  17. 17

    Leading Thoracic Oncologist, Dr. Christian Rolfo, Explains How Liquid Biopsies Are Advancing Precision Medicine

    Feb 16, 2022·31m
  18. 18

    LUNGevity Leaders Discuss Their Commitment to Educating Lung Cancer Patients About the Importance of Biomarker Testing

    Jan 11, 2022·40m
  19. 19

    Then and Now: The Progress of Precision Medicine Diagnostics with Hannah Mamuszka and Lena Chaihorsky of Alva10

    Nov 19, 2021·35m
  20. 20

    Author and Breast Cancer “Previvor” Ali Rogan on How Progress in Precision Medicine Empowers Patients to Make Informed Decisions

    Oct 1, 2021·40m
  21. 21

    Dr. Kashyap Patel Tackles Oncology Treatment Disparities and Brings Light to the Darkest Areas of Cancer Care

    Aug 27, 2021·40m
  22. 22

    Janine Morales, PhD On Applying Precision Medicine More Strategically With Molecular Testing

    Jul 28, 2021·32m
  23. 23

    Dr. Howard McLeod on Chasing the Fun and the Power of Collaboration in Precision Medicine

    Jun 17, 2021·41m
  24. 24

    Bill Bonello and Clynt Taylor Examine the Future of Precision Medicine and How to Provide Better Access to More Patients

    May 12, 2021·29m
  25. 25

    Dr. Caroline Carney and Clynt Taylor Discuss Managing the Total Cost of Care in Precision Medicine

    Apr 8, 2021·32m
  26. 26

    Dr. F. Anthony Greco Explains How Precision Medicine Has Led to Better Treatments for Cancers of Unknown Origins

    Mar 30, 2021·33m
  27. 27

    Dr. Gabriel Bien-Willner Part 2: Helping Payers Adapt to the Paradigm Shift of Precision Medicine

    Feb 23, 2021·25m
  28. 28

    AbbVie’s Christopher Boone Integrates Real-World Data with Precision Medicine for Better Patient Outcomes

    Jan 22, 2021·36m
  29. 29

    Precision Medicine is Coming Faster Than You Think: Guests Rob Metcalf and Clynt Taylor

    Dec 9, 2020·27m
  30. 30

    Dr. Luis Raez Discusses the Impact of Precision Medicine in Lung Cancer Treatment

    Nov 25, 2020·36m
  31. 31

    Dr. Gabriel Bien-Willner Part 1: Reshaping Reimbursement Policies for Genetic and Genomic Testing

    Oct 29, 2020·21m
  32. 32

    Breast Cancer Specialist Dr. Mark Moasser Discusses Overcoming Barriers to Clinical Trial Access

    Sep 3, 2020·24m
  33. 33

    Lori Brisbin Explains How Trapelo Helps Keep Texas Oncology Ahead of the Precision Medicine Curve

    Aug 4, 2020·16m
  34. 34

    Robin Toft on the Life Science Industry’s Talent Crisis, Advancement for Women, and Why It’s Critical for CEO’s to Focus on Diversity

    Jul 1, 2020·19m
  35. 35

    Dr. Roy Smythe Explains the Importance of Protein Expression in Practicing Precision Medicine

    May 27, 2020
  36. 36

    ROS1Ders: Lung Cancer Patients Turned Precision Medicine Advocates

    Apr 29, 2020
  37. 37

    Dr. John Quackenbush on Embracing Biological Complexity to Realize the Potential of Precision Medicine

    Mar 28, 2020
  38. 38

    Dr. Arturo Loaiza-Bonilla: The Impact of Precision Medicine on Gastrointestinal Disease

    Mar 4, 2020
  39. 39

    Precision Medicine is Here: Dr. Barbara Fortini Helps Prepare a New Generation of Scientists to Apply It

    Feb 14, 2020
  40. 40

    Dr. Adam Brufsky shares the newest research from the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium

    Jan 28, 2020
  41. 41

    Dr. John Quackenbush: Using Massive Data to Approach Precision Medicine Beyond Simple Mutations

    Jan 9, 2020
  42. 42

    Dr. Selin Kurnaz of Massive Bio Explains the Need to Operationalize Patient Support in Precision Cancer Care

    Dec 19, 2019
  43. 43

    Advancing Precision Medicine by Breaking Down Information Silos with Entrepreneur Kristine Ashcraft

    Nov 20, 2019
  44. 44

    Expanding the Reach of Precision Medicine

    Nov 8, 2019
  45. 45

    Can Precision Medicine Be a Win-Win for All Stakeholders?

    Oct 24, 2019
  46. 46

    Dr. Erica Stringer-Reasor shares her expertise on precision medicine advancements in breast cancer

    Oct 9, 2019
  47. 47

    Nigel Russell: Creating a Community of Precision Medicine Leaders by Leveraging the Media to Drive Innovation

    Sep 26, 2019
  48. 48

    Dr. Jack West of City of Hope Shares Why Time-Strapped Community Oncologists Aren't Applying Precision Medicine

    Sep 9, 2019
  49. 49

    Randall Broad on the Importance of Two-Way Communication Between Cancer Patients and Their Physicians

    Aug 23, 2019
  50. 50

    Dr. Michael Kolodziej on 3 Trends That Can Change Cancer Care Forever: Part 2

    Aug 13, 2019
  51. 51

    Chet Burrell on How Trapelo Will Help Payers Manage the Growth of Precision Oncology to Improve Member Care and Lower Costs

    Jul 26, 2019
  52. 52

    Dr. Jack West of City of Hope Shares Why Time-Strapped Community Oncologists Aren't Applying Precision Medicine

    Jul 11, 2019
  53. 53

    Dr. Jack West of City of Hope Shares Why Time-Strapped Community Oncologists Aren't Applying Precision Medicine

    Jul 11, 2019
  54. 54

    Dr. Michael Astion and PLUGS – a Laboratory Stewardship Program to Foster Precision Medicine Best Practices

    Jun 28, 2019
  55. 55

    Jeanette McCarthy Returns to Discuss the Value of Pharmacogenetics in Clinical Practice

    Jun 20, 2019
  56. 56

    3 Trends That Can Change Cancer Care Forever: A 2-Part Podcast

    Jun 3, 2019
  57. 57

    Precision Oncology and the Science of Racial Disparities: Two Researchers Discuss the Importance of Identifying Differences

    May 23, 2019
  58. 58

    Bringing the Payer and Provider Perspectives Together: Dr. Lee Newcomer Shares His Unique Take on Precision Oncology

    May 13, 2019
  59. 59

    Are We There Yet? NantHealth CMO Discusses Why It’s Time for Precision Medicine in Practice

    May 11, 2019
  60. 60

    Taking the Lead in Precision Medicine as a Surgeon

    Apr 29, 2019
  61. 61

    Trapelo Leaders Discuss Collaboration and the Role of Prior Authorization in Precision Medicine Today

    Mar 28, 2019
  62. 62

    Leading the Charge: How the Personalized Medicine Coalition Promotes Education and Advocacy

    Mar 28, 2019
  63. 63

    Digital Health Tools Are Disrupting Precision Medicine, and Luba Greenwood is On Board

    Mar 15, 2019
  64. 64

    Re-engineering Precision Medicine: a Patient Perspective on the Gap Between Innovation and Application

    Feb 25, 2019
  65. 65

    Championing Precision Medicine Education for the Masses – Meet the Genome Educator

    Feb 23, 2019
  66. 66

    Are Current Genetic Testing Guidelines Outdated? Guest Dr. Peter Beitsch

    Feb 7, 2019
  67. 67

    This is Cancer: How a Breast Cancer Diagnosis Turned a Young Mom into an Author and Patient Advocate

    Jan 20, 2019
  68. 68

    Moving Diagnostics to the Forefront of Precision Medicine

    Jan 16, 2019
  69. 69

    Charting a Path to Prevention

    Jan 16, 2019
  70. 70

    Enabling Precision Oncology Using RNA-Based Information and Technologies

    Dec 21, 2018
  71. 71

    The Indispensable Role of Pathologists to the Future of Precision Oncology

    Nov 28, 2018