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Sarcoma: Symptoms and Treatment- MedTalk Podcast S6 - EP20 - (Español)
November 13, 2024
Have you heard of sarcoma, a rare type of cancer? In this episode, we explore what sarcoma is, its symptoms, and how it is diagnosed. We also discuss the available treatment options and the importance of early detection. We are joined by Dr. Mario Álvarez, a surgical oncologist in Hermosillo, with over 5 years of experience.
Most common symptoms of sarcoma:
Lump, swelling, pain, lack of movement, weight loss, breathing problems, bone pain
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Part 4-4 Lymphedema: Treatment in oncology - MedTalk Podcast S6 - EP19 - (Español)
November 08, 2024
Learn about lymphedema, from its causes and symptoms to the diverse treatment approaches used by physical therapy, orthopedics, plastic surgery, and oncology to manage and improve this condition. We continue with Dr. Carlos Morales, an oncologic surgeon in Tijuana with more than 8 years of experience.
Most common symptoms of lymphedema:
Swelling, Inflammation, Lymph nodes, Biopsy, Oncology
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Pancreatic cancer: Non-surgical treatment abroad with USg HIFU - MedTalk Podcast S6 - EP4 - (Español)
July 24, 2024
Learn about pancreatic cancer, its symptoms, and the most common treatment options, including the latest non-invasive methods like High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (USg HIFU). Joining us is Dr. Luis Pichardo, an oncologist with over 25 years of experience, who practices in Puebla.
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Liver cancer: Non-surgical treatment abroad with focused ultrasound - MedTalk Podcast S6 - EP1 - (Español)
July 03, 2024
Learn about liver cancer, its risk factors, symptoms, and both surgical and non-surgical treatment options such as USg HIFU, which is available in Mexico. Joining us is Dr. Luis Pichardo, an oncologist with over 25 years of experience practicing in Mexico City.

Liver cancer is a malignant tumor that develops in the cells of the liver. Its occurrence can be related to hepatitis B, hepatitis C, cirrhosis, and genetic or ethnic predisposition.
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Breast reconstruction after a mastectomy - MedTalk Podcast S5 - EP1 - (Español)
October 18, 2023
As every October 19th, we join the awareness campaigns about breast cancer. Learn more about breast reconstruction surgery after mastectomy, as well as the importance of early detection of breast cancer. We are joined by Dr. Guillermo Castaño, a plastic surgeon with over 30 years of experience, who practices in Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas.
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Lung cancer: Causes, symptoms and treatment - MedTalk Podcast S4 - EP15 - (Español)
September 06, 2023
Learn more about lung cancer, the risk factors, the importance of early detection, and the symptoms and treatments available in Hermosillo. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Mario E. Alvarez Bojórquez, specialist in thoracic surgical oncology, with more than 5 years of experience and who has his office in Hermosillo.
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Prostate cancer: Causes, symptoms and treatment: MedTalk Podcast S4 – EP4 - (Español)
June 14, 2023
Know more about prostate cancer, its risk factors, early detection, symptoms, and treatment. In this week's episode, for World Prostate Cancer Day we talked with Dr. Aarón Cárdenas, a surgical oncologist who has his office in Guadalajara, Jal.
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