What if treating early-stage lung cancer could be as simple as lying still for 10 minutes—no surgery, no anesthesia, no hospital stay? In this episode, host James Hiter talks with Dr. Drew Moghanaki, Chief of Thoracic Oncology at UCLA, about SABR (stereotactic ablative radiation)—a game-changing treatment that delivers highly precise radiation in just 1-5 sessions. Learn why every patient should ask for a radiation oncologist consult, how SABR compares to surgery, and why preserving lung tissue matters for long-term quality of life.

Key topics covered:

• What SABR/SBRT is and how it works
• Why treatment takes 5 sessions or less (sometimes just one!)
• The importance of biomarker testing before any local therapy
• How multidisciplinary teams improve treatment decisions
• What the treatment experience is actually like
• The future of lung cancer local therapies

Whether you're newly diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer or exploring treatment options, this conversation delivers practical information and hope through scientific progress.

Show Notes - https://lcfamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/AMA-SABR-for-Lung-Cancer-Show-Notes.pdf Transcript - https://lcfamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/AMA-SABR-for-Lung-Cancer-Transcript.pdf Video - https://youtu.be/a6q2ZaJp9BQ

Changing doctors can feel overwhelming, but it’s often an important part of getting the right care—especially in lung cancer. In this episode of Living With Lung Cancer: Ask Me Anything, host Annabelle Gurwitch talks with advocate Colette Smith about how to communicate your needs, recognize when a doctor isn’t the right fit, and build a care team that supports your goals. Learn practical strategies for speaking up, seeking second opinions, preparing for appointments, and staying informed about the science behind your mutation.

Show Notes - https://lcfamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/AMA-Communicating-With-Your-Doctor-Show-Notes.pdf

Transcript - https://lcfamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/AMA-Communicating-With-Your-Doctor-Transcript.pdf

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Communication with your oncologist can make all the difference in your lung cancer journey. In this episode, host Annabelle Gurwitch talks with thoracic oncologist Dr. Alice Shaw about how to have more effective conversations with your care team. Learn practical strategies for discussing treatment goals, managing side effects, understanding biomarker testing, and knowing when to seek a second opinion. Whether you're newly diagnosed or years into treatment, this episode offers valuable insights for becoming a more empowered patient.

Guest: Dr. Alice Shaw, Director of the Center for Thoracic Cancers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School

Host: Annabelle Gurwitch, New York Times bestselling author, LCFA Speakers Bureau member, and lung cancer survivor

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Show Notes - https://lcfamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/AMASharedDecisionMakinginLungCancerCare-Show-Notes.pdf

Transcript- https://lcfamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/AMAShared-Decision-Making-in-Lung-Cancer-Transcript.pdf

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