|Podcasts|March 28, 2019

Ovarian Cancer Heroes Come in Many Forms

Author(s)Kristie L. Kahl, Jessica Skarzynski

This week, we spoke with all three of CURE’s 2019 Ovarian Cancer Heroes: Ryan Mitstifer Walton, Paula Anastasia, RN, MN, AOCN, and Shannon Westin, M.D., M.P.H.

What do a 16-year-old advocate, one patient’s “tear catcher” and a Moon Shot doctor all have in common? They were all recognized by CURE as the 2019 Ovarian Cancer Heroes for their innovative research and dedication to raising awareness for patients with the disease.

In this week’s episode, we spoke with ovarian cancer advocate Ryan Mitstifer Walton, gynecologic oncology nurse Paula Anastasia, RN, MN, AOCN, and Shannon Westin, M.D., M.P.H., of The University of Texas MD Anderson.

To read more about the Ovarian Cancer Heroes event, visit curetoday.com.