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A cancer diagnosis affects more than just the patient. It impacts families, shapes relationships and can leave a lasting legacy for future generations. On this episode, Josh and Maggie Frank and medical oncologist Dr. Brian Burnette share the story of Josh’s mother, Patricia, and the choices she made throughout her breast cancer journey. They discuss the importance of patient autonomy, the role hospice played in helping Patricia spend her final weeks surrounded by family and how those experiences continue to influence Maggie as she prepares for a future career in medicine.
“It’s the hardest thing I’ve ever done and the best thing I’ve ever done, and I wouldn’t change anything about it. It was a gift.”
— Josh Frank
On this episode of Cancer Covered, you’ll learn:
- Why honoring a patient’s wishes is an important part of cancer care
- How hospice can improve quality of life for patients and families
- What it was like for one family to care for a loved one at home during her final weeks
- How clinical trials help advance cancer treatment for future generations
- Why personal experiences with cancer often inspire careers in healthcare
We’ve Got Cancer…Covered.
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