• Empathy with Evason: How an “accidental advocate” is re-writing the communications rules for patients

  • Jan 13 2025
  • Length: 21 mins
  • Podcast

Empathy with Evason: How an “accidental advocate” is re-writing the communications rules for patients

  • Summary

  • On PEP Talks, Emma interviews communications coach and advocate Monica Kleijn Evason. They recall meeting at a cancer conference where survivors' "FUCK cancer" shirts sparked a discussion on disruptive language in advocacy. Monica shares her advocacy journey, prompted by her son's brain tumor diagnosis and their struggles with the medical system. She stresses communication and empathy in healthcare, especially for young survivors post-treatment.

    They also discuss emotional regulation for advocates and improved communication between patients, doctors, and pharma. Monica concludes with inspiration from young survivors who find humor in hardship.

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