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If you’ve been told you need lung surgery—or are researching robotic lobectomy—this episode is for you.

Host Tina Powell, a Stage 4 non-small cell lung cancer survivor (EGFR mutation), shares her personal experience of undergoing a robotic lobectomy at NYU Langone. From pre-surgery testing to recovery, she walks through every stage of the journey from a patient’s perspective—the kind of information she wishes existed when she searched YouTube three years ago.

This honest, step-by-step account reveals what to expect before, during, and after surgery, how to manage fear and recovery, and why biomarker testing was a critical turning point in her cancer care.

You’ll learn:

• What makes someone eligible for robotic lobectomy surgery
• The tests, scans, and health factors doctors consider before approval
• What happens in the operating room and during the hospital stay
• How to manage chest tubes, incisions, and nerve pain
• The importance of breathing exercises, walking, and gradual recovery
• Why biomarker testing after surgery can save your life

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🫁 About Lung Cancer Strong: Lung Cancer Strong is a docuseries-style podcast and YouTube channel that shares the deeply personal journey of host Tina Powell, a stage 4 lung cancer patient and survivor, alongside candid conversations with others impacted by the disease. The podcast will also offer first-hand interviews with knowledgeable experts in health, science, nutrition, alternative medicine, and finance to discuss issues relating to navigating the various complexities of this disease. The series provides honest, unfiltered stories and perspectives, giving patients, caregivers, and the broader community a place to feel seen, understood, and supported with information from the patient’s perspective.

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Disclaimer: This podcast is strictly for informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with your oncologist, doctors and medical team for questions specific to your own health, diagnosis and treatment.