The Oncology Aesthetics Podcast
Nurturing well-being through the cancer journey.
The Oncology Aesthetics podcast is a guide to enhancing well-being, self-esteem, and resilience during your cancer journey. Join us as we share expert skin care tips, practical self-care strategies, and inspiring stories to help you navigate life's challenges. Let's rediscover strength, radiance, and joy together—because thriving is possible throughout treatment and beyond.
Episodes
11 episodes
More than a Diagnosis: Advocacy, Healing, and The Power of Touch - Katie's Story
A new lump, a “you’re fine,” and a gut that wouldn’t quiet down. Katie’s story spans misdiagnosis to stage 3 breast cancer and then something bigger: a whole-person approach to healing that protected her joy, anchored her days, and transformed ...
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Episode 11
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49:49
Navigating Hair Loss with Grace: Expert Tips During Treatment
Losing your hair during cancer treatment can be a deeply personal and emotional experience. Beyond the physical changes, it often represents a loss of privacy and control at a time when maintaining normalcy feels most important. This episode ta...
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Episode 10
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9:25
Radiation and your Skin
Radiation therapy is a cornerstone of cancer treatment, but what exactly happens when those high-energy beams target cancer cells? Nurse practitioner Katie Bukolt takes us on a fascinating journey through radiation's effects on the skin and bod...
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Episode 6
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18:43
Makeup for Brows and Eyes
Rediscovering beauty during cancer treatment presents unique challenges – particularly when it comes to facial features that express our personality. We're diving deep into practical aesthetic solutions with makeup expert Jeanna Doyle-Ruhl, who...
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Episode 9
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11:33
Sun Protection Tips
Navigating cancer treatment brings countless challenges, and safeguarding your skin from damaging sun exposure shouldn't be another worry. Kate Epperson, an oncology nurse navigator and melanoma survivor, joins us to break down essential sun pr...
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Episode 8
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14:08
Nighttime Skin Care for Better Sleep
Ever wondered why sleep becomes so elusive during cancer treatment? Our latest podcast episode tackles this crucial yet often overlooked aspect of cancer care with expert insights from Laurie, an experienced nurse navigator.Sleep isn't ...
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Episode 7
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22:10
Chemotherapy and your Skin
Chemotherapy's effects extend far beyond targeting cancer cells, impacting the body's fastest-growing tissues including skin, hair, and nails. Oncology nurse navigator Lauren Stafford walks us through this journey with expert compassion and pra...
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Episode 5
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17:08
Simple Solutions for Dry Skin
Dryness during cancer treatment isn't just uncomfortable—it's a complex side effect that impacts both body and mind. Alex Huffman, Director of Supportive Care and Integrative Oncology at UT Southwestern Cancer Center, reveals why addressing thi...
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Episode 4
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11:56
Skin Care Guide Overview
When facing cancer treatment, the smallest comforts can make a profound difference. Our conversation with Josanna Gaither, Executive Director at the Ricardo Fisas Natura Bisse Foundation, explores an invaluable free resource that puts control b...
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Episode 2
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14:34
What is an Oncology-Trained Aesthetician, and how can they Help?
Navigating the cancer journey involves much more than medical treatments alone. In this deeply insightful conversation with Andrea Wendich, Director for Navigation overseeing 18 nurses across North Texas, we uncover the critical yet often overl...
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Episode 3
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12:54
Behind the Scenes: Who We Are and Why We’re Here
The Ricardo Fisas Natura Bisse Foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit focused on enhancing well-being through aesthetic skin and hair care services for people undergoing cancer treatment, along with professional education for spa industry profes...
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Episode 1
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23:51