In this moving episode of the OlympusTalks podcast, host Tom Salemi of DeviceTalks explores the topic of pancreatic cancer. The episode features Rich Burde, Director of Marketing in EUS Solutions at Olympus, alongside special guests, pancreatic cancer survivor, Rob Schasteen and his daughter Brooke Schasteen-Smith. The conversation expands on Olympus’ focus on pancreatic cancer, its prevalence and Olympus’ mission to support physicians in the critical role of diagnosis and treatment.

Rob shares his personal battle with stage four pancreatic cancer, recounting his initial diagnosis and the invaluable support from his family, particularly Brooke, who relocated to Pennsylvania to care for him. Brooke, actively involved with the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN), highlights the organization's pivotal role in offering vital resources, case management, and education for families affected by pancreatic cancer.

Tune in for more on the importance of seeking multiple medical opinions, maintaining hope and a positive attitude, and the significant support provided by PanCAN. Learn more about Olympus’ partnership with PanCAN and the resources and support available for families in their fight against pancreatic cancer.

For more episodes by OlympusTalks, please visit olympusamerica.com/podcasts.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:

To learn more about pancreatic cancer and for resources on early screening, visit https://www.pancreaticcancerscreening.com/.

To explore Olympus’ EUS solutions, visit https://medical.olympusamerica.com/procedure/endoscopic-ultrasound-eus.

For essential resources and more information on patient services from the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, visit https://pancan.org/.
0:00:05 - (Tom Salemi): Welcome to OlympusTalks, the podcast that brings you to the forefront of medical technologies as we explore advancements and innovations in GI. This eight-episode series features talks with healthcare professionals, patients, and Olympus subject matter experts. Listen as they dive into various aspects of GI health focused on improving patient outcomes through best practices. Stay tuned for conversations designed to educate, inspire and inform.

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