Cancer Shop Talk: Behind the Diagnosis with Dr. Vaughn

Every month we take you behind one of the most feared medical diagnoses; Cancer. Oncologist Dr. Vaughn brings in patients, caregivers, colleagues, and subject matter experts who turn down the fear and turn up the understanding. We are redefining conversations about cancer through the lens of an independent community oncology practice, Hematology Oncology Associates of Fredericksburg. Learn more about our approach at www.hoafredericksburg.com

Financial Support & Assistance in Oncology 03/30/2023

Financial Support & Assistance in Oncology Join Dr. Vaughn as he introduces HOAF Patient Financial Advocates, Joanna and Britney, and Donna, Nurse Navigator at Mary Washington Hospital. In this episode, Dr. Vaughn and guests discuss the financial burden applicable to every cancer diagnosis, and the range of services regarding financial literacy and assistance available in various care settings. Listen now to go behind the diagnosis and learn more about financial advocacy in the world of oncology. /episode/index/show/hoafredericksburg/id/26378019

35 Years of HOAF 02/23/2023

35 Years of HOAF Join Dr. Vaughn as he and HOAF owners, Dr. Maurer and Dr. Menachery, celebrate 35 years of HOAF. The three share the history of HOAF’s beginnings in1988 with Dr. Muir, and how it has grown into the practice it is today. Long-term staff members join in the conversation to discuss experiences and heartwarming moments in their time at HOAF. Listen now to go behind the diagnosis and celebrate HOAF’s 35 years and more. /episode/index/show/hoafredericksburg/id/26025894

The Expansions of HOAF in 2023: Growing to Serve our Community 01/30/2023

The Expansions of HOAF in 2023: Growing to Serve our Community Join HOAF physicians, Dr. Vaughn and Dr. Menachery, as they discuss the growth and expansion of HOAF in 2023 and introduce two new physicians. Dr. Nanda and Dr. An share their medical experience, what drew them to HOAF, and their plans to serve the HOAF community. Listen now to go behind the diagnosis and learn more about HOAF’s plans for 2023 and beyond. /episode/index/show/hoafredericksburg/id/25775499

Humans of HOAF: Lung Cancer Survivor Stories 11/30/2022

Humans of HOAF: Lung Cancer Survivor Stories In honor of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Vaughn welcomes three HOAF lung cancer survivors, Jim Herrick, Jennifer Bartley, and Bradley James, to share their journey and experience. Listen now to go behind the diagnosis and hear the empowering stories recounting the importance of resilience, faith, and being proactive about your healthcare. /episode/index/show/hoafredericksburg/id/25176225

Humans of HOAF: Breast Cancer Survivor Stories 10/28/2022

Humans of HOAF: Breast Cancer Survivor Stories In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, two HOAF breast cancer survivors, Sharon Glad and Valencia Bailey, share their journey and experience battling breast cancer. Listen now to go behind the diagnosis and hear the empowering stories recounting the importance of family, faith and the support of the HOAF community throughout their breast cancer journeys. /episode/index/show/hoafredericksburg/id/24832866

Yoga as Holistic Cancer Care 10/06/2022

Yoga as Holistic Cancer Care Dr. Vaughn talks with experienced yoga teacher, Teresa Miles, about the holistic health benefits of Ayurveda yoga practice in cancer care, as early as diagnosis. With more than 20 years of yoga teaching experience, Teresa discusses how yoga practice can be personalized to the needs of each patient. Listen now to go behind the diagnosis and learn more about the benefits of yoga practice and breathwork as holistic cancer care for patients and survivors.Reach out to Teresa Miles here: Calling all Cancer Patients and Survivors! Join Teresa Miles for a FREE online yoga class on Tuesdays at 11am ET to discover yoga's holistic healing benefits. Please email Teresa at to receive your Zoom link. /episode/index/show/hoafredericksburg/id/24580383

Cannabis and Cancer Care: Virginia Laws 07/07/2022

Cannabis and Cancer Care: Virginia Laws Dr. Vaughn talks with cannabis business lawyer Jonathan V. Gallo about the current state of cannabis laws in Virginia and how it affects oncology patients. Listen now to go behind the diagnosis, learn about how patients can get access to cannabis to relieve symptoms during treatment, and hear the future of cannabis laws. /episode/index/show/hoafredericksburg/id/23650649

Cannabis and Cancer Care Continued with Gabriela Montes 03/29/2022

Cannabis and Cancer Care Continued with Gabriela Montes Dr. Vaughn talks with certified cannabis nurse and member of the Cannabis Nurses Association and Cannabis Nurses Network Gabriela Montes about treating symptoms with cannabis. Listen now to go behind the diagnosis, learn about how nurses are educating themselves to accurately dose cannabinoids to help relieve patients' symptoms, side effects to treatment, and more. /episode/index/show/hoafredericksburg/id/22569806

Cannabis and Cancer Care with Dr. Katia Tonkin 07/16/2021

Cannabis and Cancer Care with Dr. Katia Tonkin Dr. Vaughn talks with Oncologist and Society of Cannabis Clinicians board member Dr. Katia Tonkin about the changing role of cannabis in cancer care and pain management. Listen now to go behind the diagnosis and learn more about the medical use of cannabis and best practices in clinical care. /episode/index/show/hoafredericksburg/id/19820819

Cancer Care & Nutrition Featuring the Dr. Yum Project 04/05/2021

Cancer Care & Nutrition Featuring the Dr. Yum Project Dr. Vaughn sits down with two physicians behind The Dr. Yum Project. Dr. Nimali Fernando (Dr. Yum founder) and Dr. Santhi Nair break down the resources and recipes made specifically for HOAF patients by the Dr. Yum Project and answer questions from the community submitted by our podcast audience. Listen now to go behind the diagnosis and learn more about how nutrition plays a pivotal role in general health and cancer care. /episode/index/show/hoafredericksburg/id/18573293

HOAF Covid-19 Update: Task Force, Response, and Safety 11/09/2020

HOAF Covid-19 Update: Task Force, Response, and Safety Learn how an independent Oncology and Hematology practice has kept patients and staff healthy during Covid-19 in Fredericksburg and Stafford, Virginia. Host, Dr. Vaughn, is joined by the HOAF Covid-19 Task Force members in a conversation that speaks to the immediate community, patients, staff, and ideas for other independent practices to consider as they treat patients during a pandemic. /episode/index/show/hoafredericksburg/id/16743629

Corona Virus, Covid-19 HOAF Task Force 03/19/2020

Corona Virus, Covid-19 HOAF Task Force Learn how an independent oncology practice is keeping their patients and community healthy and safe during Corona Virus, Covid-19. Dr. Vaughn interviews the HOAF Corona Virus task force to gain a deeper understanding of the virus, how HOAF prepared and their current protocols, recommendations for other clinics during the pandemic, and answer questions from the community submitted via Facebook. /episode/index/show/hoafredericksburg/id/13618790

Cancer Research and Clinical Trials 12/18/2019

Cancer Research and Clinical Trials Learn how a community Oncology Practice offers best-in-class clinical trials and cancer research. Meet Rosemary and Judy, a clinical trial patient and her close support throughout treatment as they share their perspectives and experience. The HOAF Research team brings the advancements, attention to detail, and patient focus to life in their portion of this episode. /episode/index/show/hoafredericksburg/id/12456893

The Role of Advanced Practice Providers 11/20/2019

The Role of Advanced Practice Providers Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) are integral to patient treatment and work closely with physicians to provide support and continuity of care. These professionals include Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants and they have a growing role in Oncology Care. Meet 4 of HOAF's APPs and learn about their roles in patient care and HOAF's unique practice organization. /episode/index/show/hoafredericksburg/id/12113546

Surviving Breast Cancer 10/21/2019

Surviving Breast Cancer Three breast cancer survivors share their stories of diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and survival in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month. Meet Sara, Amy, and Lura; inspirational women with unique journeys, treatment paths, and insight. Listen to hear frank discussion on what it means to be diagnosed with breast cancer, treatment types and changes over the years, and advice to new patients from women who have been behind the diagnosis. /episode/index/show/hoafredericksburg/id/11725202

Meet The Owners of an Independent Oncology Practice 09/19/2019

Meet The Owners of an Independent Oncology Practice Four oncologists share their stories and the motivation behind their decision to become owners of an independent oncology practice in a changing world of medicine and cancer treatment. Meet Dr. Maurer, Dr. Menachery, Dr. Whitehurst, and Dr. Vaughn as they roundtable their path to oncology and the patient-focus behind independent practices. /episode/index/show/hoafredericksburg/id/11316407

Cancer Shop Talk: Behind the Diagnosis with Dr. Vaughn

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