Bonus Episode: ALK Positive Charity Short Series - Debra Montague, Founder of ALK Positive Charity
Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, lung cancer and medications.Bonus Episode in collaboration with ALK+ charity.Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Debra Montague. Debra founded ALK Positive UK in 2018 after a diagnosis of ALK-positive lung cancer and faced with the absence of a dedicated UK support for people living with this rare type of lung cancer. It is the leading charity for people affected with ALK-positive lung cancer and its purpose to extend the overall survival and quality of life for people living with the disease. Debra was appointed President of Lung Cancer Europe (LuCE) in 2025, having formerly executed the role of Vice President. She is the first patient to take on the role. LuCE is the voice of people affected by lung cancer across Europe. It brings together national patient groups and supports new ones in countries where they do not exist. Debra’s other affiliations include membership of the Medscape steering committee.This episode discusses Debra’s diagnosis, treatment pathway, how she set up the charity and the ongoing support she offers to people facing this diagnosis.CPD Reflection Points:Reflect on the lived experiences of patients and carers affected by ALK-positive lung cancer.Recognise how targeted therapies and precision oncology impact patient pathways.Consider how communication, empathy, and multidisciplinary teamwork can improve the patient experience and better support nervous/anxious patients. Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: Digital Badge Form.Links from the Episode:ALK Positive Charity Lung Cancer EuropeRoy Castle FoundationEGFR positive UKRad Chat Links:Rad Chat WebsiteLink TreeFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokBlueSkyYouTubeCredits: Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.
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Bonus Episode: ALK Positive Charity Short Series - Dr. Shobhit Baijal Consultant Medical Oncologist
Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, lung cancer and medications.Bonus Episode in collaboration with ALK+ charity.Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Dr. Shobhit Baijal.Dr. Shobhit Baijal is a leading Consultant Medical Oncologist at The University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust and an Honorary Associate Professor at The University of Birmingham. He is a renowned expert in the Oncological management of all forms of Lung, Colorectal and Liver malignancies.Dr. Baijal completed his medical training at St Bartholomew's Medical School, including a First Class BSc Honours in immunology and cell pathology from University College London. He went on to specialise in Medical Oncology in the West Midlands and was appointed Consultant to University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust in 2011.Dr. Baijal actively treat lung, colorectal and liver cancer across multiple hospital sites within the West Midlands. He specialises in all forms of cancer drug treatments including chemotherapy, immuno-oncology, precision oncology and chemoembolisation.He has a large Clinical Trial portfolio and is the UK Chief and Principle Investigator for National and International studies. He works closely with Pharmaceutical companies to access novel drugs for his patients. Dr. Baijal has published extensively and regularly presents at regional, national and international cancer meetings. He is an invited Medical Expert for NICE committee reviews for new anti-cancer drug therapies.As a Steering Committee member of the British Thoracic Oncology Group he has a pivotal role in supporting and educating Thoracic Oncology professionals across the United Kingdom. He is an Honorary Clinical Advisor for EGFR positive UK, on the Expert Panel for Roy Castle Foundation and is also an advisor to ALK Positive UK.This episode is a deep dive into Shobhit’s career, ALK+ lung cancer and it’s treatment along with how you can support the ALK+ charity.CPD Reflection Points:Read about ALK+ cancer.Read about the treatment options for ALK+ cancer.Complete this form for your accredited digital badge: Digital Badge Form.Links from the Episode:Roy Castle FoundationEGFR positive UKBritish Thoracic Oncology GroupResearch links from the Episode:ALEX StudyFirst targeted treatment to reduce the risk of ALK positive lung cancer returning after complete tumour removal recommended by NICERad Chat Links:Rad Chat WebsiteLink TreeFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokBlueSkyYouTubeCredits: Music and jingle credits: Dr. Ben Potts and Adam Cooke.
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Rad Chat Live at the OUTpatients Conference 2025 #5: Dr. Ariel Breaux-Torres - Abolitionist
Trigger warning: cancer, cancer treatment, health inequalities and discrimination.OUTpatients Conference 2025 where we hear from Dr. Ariel Breaux-Torres talks about anti-racism, abolition and radical hope.Links:Community platform and anti-racismRad Chat Links:Rad Chat WebsiteLink TreeFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokBlueSkyYouTube
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Rad Chat Live at the OUTpatients Conference 2025 #4: Daniel Edwards (aka DJ Dallyn) and Natasha Flegg - Booty Call Community Interest Group.
Trigger warning: cancer, cancer treatment, health inequalities and discrimination.OUTpatients Conference 2025 where we hear from Daniel Edwards (aka DJ Dallyn) talking about his experience of bowel cancer and Natasha Flegg talking about her experience as friend to Daniel along with both discussing Booty Call a community interest company aimed at supporting the LGBTQ+ community talk about cancer awareness.Links:Booty Call CICRad Chat Links:Rad Chat WebsiteLink TreeFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokBlueSkyYouTube
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Rad Chat Live at the OUTpatients Conference 2025 #3: James Barber - The role of a healthcare Professional in becoming an inclusive practitioner
Trigger warning: cancer, cancer treatment, health inequalities and discrimination.OUTpatients Conference 2025 where we hear from James Barber about how professionals can be better to support LGBTIQ+ people living with and beyond cancer.Links:James BarberRad Chat Links:Rad Chat WebsiteLink TreeFacebookInstagramLinkedInTikTokBlueSkyYouTube
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