Leading with Heart: From Public Policy to Personal Struggle

Join Dr. Eve Glazer for an intimate and powerful conversation with Dr. Felicia Knaul—economist, global health researcher, and associate to the chancellor at UCLA.
In this deeply personal episode, Dr. Knaul shares her unexpected breast cancer diagnosis at age 41, her initial resistance to chemotherapy, and the transformative moment that abruptly changed both her treatment plan and the course of her career. As a woman living in Mexico, married to the country's former Minister of Health, she quickly turned her own privileged access to health care into an opportunity to advocate for breast cancer patients everywhere.
Making use of her unique perspective–she is at once a patient, the mother of two small children, an academic, and an advocate for women's health–Dr. Knaul shares her vision for changes in breast cancer care on a global scale. She offers practical advice for breast self exams, outlines the different factors to consider when making treatment choices, and highlights the importance of asking questions.
At its core, this is a conversation about hope. Whether you or a loved one has been touched by breast cancer, this episode will leave you informed, inspired, and equipped with tools to advocate for yourself and others.
Podcast Credits for UCLA Health Medically Speaking with Dr. Eve Glazier:
• Host: Dr. Eve Glazier
• Executive Producers: Annie Krasnow, Michael Burke, Suzanne Koudsi Walker
• Producers: Niki Miller, Jessica Alabastro
• Creative Producer: Kanza Shaheen
• Associate Producer: Jennifer Feld
• Technical Directors: Adrian Cardoso, Andrew Stocks
• Editor: Tony Sweet
• Recorded at: Canella Media
Special thanks to our expert guests and the incredible staff across UCLA Health who make this podcast possible. A special thank you to Johnese Spisso, President of UCLA Health and CEO of the UCLA Hospital System, for her visionary leadership and support. We are also grateful to the patients and families whose stories inspire our work every day.
Produced by: UCLA Health Communications & Marketing
Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.