Surviving the Spotlight: From Melanoma to Filmmaking

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Beyond The Clinic: Living Well With Melanoma

AIM at Melanoma Foundation

47 episodes

2 weeks ago

Beyond the Clinic: Living Well With Melanoma features fresh perspectives into topics seldom discussed in the exam room. Director of Cancer Survivorship for Kaiser Permanente San Francisco, Raymond Liu, MD, hosts the Beyond the Clinic podcast featuring unfiltered discussions with researchers, caregivers, patients, and medical professionals. Each episode pulls back the curtain to share advice on handling life after a melanoma diagnosis and how to ride the emotional rollercoaster that often follows.

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Surviving the Spotlight: From Melanoma to Filmmaking

Beyond The Clinic: Living Well With Melanoma

32 minutes 30 seconds

1 year ago

Surviving the Spotlight: From Melanoma to Filmmaking

In this compelling episode of “Surviving the Spotlight,” we sit down with Jessica Gilstrap, a melanoma survivor and independent filmmaker, whose inspiring journey from cancer diagnosis to creative success is both moving and motivating. At just 19 years old, Jessica's life took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with Stage IV Melanoma—a discovery that came not from a routine check, but from a serendipitous visit to her doctor for a different issue.

Jessica’s story unfolds with the urgency of immediate surgery and the emotional rollercoaster of battling a life-threatening illness. After numerous biopsies and surgeries, she emerged with a renewed outlook on life, embracing sun safety while maintaining her passion for travel and adventure.

Today, Jessica channels her experiences and newfound perspective into her work as an independent film producer. Her dedication to bringing compelling stories to the screen is matched by her commitment to advocating for sun safety and helping others navigate their own challenges.

In this episode, Jessica shares her personal journey, the impact of her melanoma diagnosis on her life choices, and how she has integrated sun safety into her daily routine without sacrificing her love for travel and exploration. She also offers practical advice on skincare and sun protection, aiming to empower others to live fully and safely.

Join us to hear Jessica's incredible story of resilience, creativity, and advocacy, and learn how she turns her challenges into opportunities for helping others and making a meaningful impact.