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That's Understandable

AstraZeneca
Health Equity
Cancer
Healthcare Deserts
Virtual Reality
Smart Pills
Telehealth
Sustainability
Medical Education
Rural Healthcare
Augmented Reality
Surgical Training
Gastrointestinal Health
Telemedicine
Community Health Workers
Clinical Trials
Plastic Waste
Mental Health
Green Chemistry
Covid-19 Pandemic
Patient-Centered Care

That’s Understandable aims to make the complex world of health—well—more understandable! In each episode a host from AstraZeneca sits down with various experts to break down the multitude of factors affecting the healthcare industry.

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This episode explores Dr. Caleb Lauber’s return to his hometown in New Mexico to serve the Navajo Nation and examines how culturally responsive care, community-rooted leadership, and Indigenous expertise translate into improved access, quality and he... more

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In this episode, Mohit Manrao of AstraZeneca joins Suzanne McCormick, President and CEO of YMCA of the USA, to discuss how trusted community engagement can help improve cancer education, early screening, and detection.

In this compelling episode of That’s Understandable, hear from Dr. Barbara McAneny—renowned oncologist, former American Medical Association president, and tireless patient advocate—explore the critical healthcare challenges facing tribal communities ... more

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In this special episode, recorded onsite at Aspen Ideas: Health 2025, Mohit Manrao, Senior Vice President and Head of the US Oncology Business Unit at AstraZeneca, sits down with Karen DeSalvo, Chief Health Officer at Google to explore how cutting-ed... more

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Recent Guests

Barbara McAneny
Founder of the New Mexico Cancer Center Foundation; oncologist
New Mexico Oncology Hematology Consultants / OnCare Alliance / New Mexico Cancer Center Foundation
Episode: Addressing Barriers to Care in the American Indian Community and Beyond | That’s Understandable
Darrell Wright
Senior Vice President of Community Outreach with So Others Might Eat (SUM)
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Kate Wickersham
Director of Development at LCH Health and Community Services
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Vidya Raman-Tangella
Chief Medical Officer at Teladoc Health
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Episode: The Doctor Will Call You Now
Cindy Jentinen
Associate Provost and Dean at California State University, Monterey Bay, with extensive experience in higher education and mental health services.
California State University, Monterey Bay
Episode: Life in the Desert
Tripp Logan
Community Pharmacist and Vice President of CIMO-Rx Pharmacies and Care Coordination in Charleston, Missouri.
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Episode: Life in the Desert
Reed Morano
American film director and cinematographer
Episode: Special Episode: Seeing Cancer Through a Different Lens
Dr. Kadar Amate
President and CEO of the Institute for Health Care Improvement and Assistant Professor of Medicine at Will Carnell Medical College
Institute for Health Care Improvement
Episode: How Partnerships Help Us Achieve Health Equity
Dr. Cheryl Holder
Retired associate dean of diversity, equity, inclusivity, and community initiatives at Florida International University
Florida International University
Episode: Green Chemistry is Changing Healthcare for the Better.

Host

Brendan McEvoy
US Head of External Communications at AstraZeneca and host of discussions that aim to simplify complex healthcare topics for a general audience.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Looking forward to more!

    Brendan is a relatable, inquisitive host who really gets to know the person he interviews and keeps the language in layman’s terms. Looking forward to more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
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    jenlynne311
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate Brendan's relatable and inquisitive hosting style, often praising his ability to engage guest experts and simplify complex healthcare topics for easier understanding.
Many express excitement about future episodes, highlighting the informative nature of the content.

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#152
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#234
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#170
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#178
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#227
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Addressing Barriers to Care in the American Indian Community and Beyond | That’s Understandable
Q: What practical steps can improve access to care in this context?
Key steps include building local clinics with culturally respectful design, training and employing local staff, implementing trust-building measures, expanding 638 waivers, and simplifying the administrative processes that delay treatment, such as streamlined prior authorizations and integrated dispensing.
Addressing Barriers to Care in the American Indian Community and Beyond | That’s Understandable
Q: Where does the drive to serve marginalized communities come from in your own story?
The speaker describes a personal commitment to stand up for people in need, choosing to work in underserved areas like New Mexico because the region is dramatically underserved and deserves access to high-quality cancer care.
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Q: What limitations are there on telehealth?
Certain conditions may not be suitable for telehealth, and patient evaluation remains critical to determine when in-person visits are necessary.
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Q: Can you talk a little bit about how telehealth is bridging the gap from a health equity perspective?
Telehealth can help improve health equity by ensuring that individuals regardless of their location or socioeconomic status have access to healthcare services.
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Q: Would you say that the scenario I just described in the intro is a good example of services that are available through telehealth?
Yes, the described scenario highlights the convenience and effectiveness of telehealth services that have evolved significantly, particularly since COVID-19.

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The content focuses on making the complex world of healthcare more accessible to the public. Each episode features engaging conversations with experts across various sectors, discussing pressing themes such as telehealth innovations, health equity, and the social determinants of health. Noteworthy discussions also revolve around the challenges of accessing care in rural areas and the intersection of healthcare and community involvement. This podcast emphasizes holistic approaches to health, aiming to empower audiences to understand and navigate healthcare issues better, making it particularly valuable for those interested in health policy, patient care, and innovations in the field.

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