Outliving It: Katie Ortman Doble's Journey of Survival and Advocacy in Clinical Trials

Join us in this powerful episode as we sit down with Katie Ortman Doble, a stage 4 cancer survivor, writer, speaker, and passionate advocate for clinical trials. Katie shares her incredible journey from her diagnosis with a rare form of melanoma to navigating treatment options and ultimately becoming a beacon of hope for others. Discover how her father's medical background and relentless determination played a crucial role in her survival, and learn about the strategic importance of clinical trials in cancer treatment.

Katie's story is not just about battling cancer but also about the importance of patient advocacy, the need for better education on clinical trials, and the strength found in community support. Her experiences offer valuable insights into the world of clinical research and highlight the critical role it plays in saving lives. Tune in to hear Katie’s inspiring tale of resilience, her advocacy work, and the importance of making clinical trials a part of every patient’s treatment plan.

Katie, who currently heads Creative and General Staffing Operations at IQ Clarity, also writes a blog called FutureHappySelf.com, where she shares her journey and offers advice to others. She volunteers for First Descents, a non-profit providing adventure-based healing for young adults with cancer. Katie’s advocacy and writing have earned her numerous accolades, including the Courage Award from the Melanoma Research Foundation and the Out Living It Award from First Descents. She has also shared her experiences in a feature on Huffington Post and was highlighted on NPR's Hidden Brain Podcast in the My Unsung Hero segment.

Don't miss this episode filled with hope, determination, and invaluable advice for anyone facing similar battles.

HuffPost article: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/doctor-canc...

Additional features and blog links: https://www.liinks.co/katiedoble

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