In this episode, Jim discusses why cancer treatment often relies more on established protocols than on the biological behavior of an individual patient’s tumor. He explains how functional testing can rank drug sensitivities and combinations to support more informed treatment decisions, while also addressing the clinical validation behind the approach and the real-world challenges of delivering timely results amid toxicity concerns and payer constraints.

 

Apple Podcast Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/functional-precision-medicine-beyond-the-standard-of-care/id1680364541?i=1000748218046

 

Web player Link: https://www.chalktalkjim.com/2161473/episodes/18624271-functional-precision-medicine-beyond-the-standard-of-care