CROC - Citizens Reunited to Overcome Cancer

12/07/2025

In this Rewind episode of The Croc Podcast, Dr. E and Angel revisit conversations about physicians criticizing colleagues in front of patients and the growing lack of empathy and follow-through when survivor thrivers are referred to outside specialists.
They share real cases, explain responsibilities for referring and specialist doctors, and offer five clear rules to improve care: always care, use redundant follow-up systems, choose trustworthy colleagues, advocate for yourself, and keep the primary care physician involved.

11/30/2025

In this episode, Dr. Eanelli and co-host Angel Santana explore the damaging practice of physicians criticizing other physicians in front of patients. Using authentic clinic vignettes and research, they explain how such comments harm teamwork, increase patient confusion, distress, and even worsen outcomes.
The hosts review four common scenarios, discuss why clinicians sometimes engage in this behavior, and offer clear solutions for patients and providers — including how patients can advocate for themselves and how clinicians can communicate professionally, empathetically, and through direct collegial contact.

11/16/2025

Dr. E and co-host Angel Santana mark 26 years of grassroots cancer support of CROC Organization and 5 Years of The CROC PODCAST in a Thanksgiving special that centers on restoring humanity to healing. Through personal stories, the “black moleskin” practice, and reflections on survivorship, the episode explores why understanding the person behind the patient is essential for proper healing.
This episode offers practical insight for practitioners and hopes for survivors—highlighting the podcast’s mission to honor, advocate for, and learn from those living with and beyond cancer.

11/09/2025

🎙️ Croc Podcast Special Announcement
Hello everyone! We wanted to let you know that this week’s Croc Podcast will be airing on a special new day — Wednesday, November 12th, at 9:00 a.m.
Dr. E has been handling some unexpected administrative duties, so we’ll be postponing today’s episode and rescheduling it for this Wednesday at 9:00 a.m.
We appreciate you're understanding and support! In the meantime, we hope you enjoy the rest of your Sunday—spend it with your family, recharge, and remember:
💚 The Croc Podcast — Citizens Reunited to Overcome Cancer — is not just a podcast.It’s a movement.
And this week… we’re moving to Wednesday!

10/26/2025

Ep8: Defining Survivorship Module 6 - Cancer survivorship past, present, and futureWhat better way to end this tremendously informative module on defining survivorship than with Dr. Charles Shapiro professor of medicine Mount Sinai medical center; one of the pioneers of cancer survivor advocacy and a legacy level clinician in breast cancer and translational medicine.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

10/12/2025

Any Port in A Storm
The expression “any port in a storm” refers to ancient Maritime Law stating that any vessel caught in a storm can find safe harbor in any port; whether the port be friendly or hostile.

In a way our survivors are very much like these ships caught in a storm; especially before they meet their cancer team at the time of consultation.

The question is will you provide the safe harbor our survivors need by building a rapport, creating trust, instilling confidence, and laying out a coordinated and successful plan, so they leave your “harbor” to sail the calm and protected waters of survivorship.

09/28/2025

I Believe in MiraclesJoanne’s Journey of HopeWhen we think about the concept of miracles, we immediately think of something grand, like the parting of the Red Sea. But there are many small miracles that surround us on a daily basis that often go unnoticed.On today’s podcast Angel and Dr. E discuss a patient’s miraculous journey to cure from what many thought was an incurable and stigmatized illness.

09/28/2025

“I Believe in Miracles – Joanne’s Journey of Hope”
This week on The CROC Podcast, Angel and Dr. E share a powerful story of resilience, faith, and healing. Sometimes miracles aren’t grand gestures—they’re found in everyday courage, strength, and the hope that carries us through.
Tune in, be inspired, and remember—we’re not just a podcast, we are a movement.
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I Believe in MiraclesJoanne’s Journey of HopeWhen we think about the concept of miracles, we immediately think of something grand, like the parting of the Red Sea. But there are many small miracles that surround us on a daily basis that often go unnoticed.On today’s podcast Angel and Dr. E discu...

09/14/2025

Jive Talking & Other Slangs as a Way to Connect & Communicate with Survivor/ThriversTraditional medical training teaches formality and distance; and discourages the use of language that is understandable, comfortable and brings us closer to our patients.On today’s podcast Dr. E tells a story of a patient who taught him how important it is to use not just formal training but also personal and cultural experience to better connect and develop trust.

09/07/2025

Back Sept 14 with Dr. E — Stay Connected to Croc Nation
Hello everyone, this is Angel Santana, co-host and producer of The Croc Podcast. September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month — a time to raise awareness for leukemia, lymphoma, and melanoma and to emphasize education, early detection, and support for those affected.
We don't have a new episode this week, but we'll be back Sunday, September 14 with Dr. E in studio. Stay connected with us on social media and at crocvip.com to learn more about our mission. Thank you, Croc Nation — we're more than a podcast; we're a movement.

08/19/2025

The Cancer Rollercoaster-The Ups & Downs & All Arounds

I can’t tell you how many times a Survivor-Thriver has told me how their journey with cancer is like being on a roller coaster.

Lately, with summer here- county fairs and boardwalk rides- I am surrounded by rollercoasters and thought how fitting it would be to do a podcast on this exact analogy, but not in my words, but theirs!

The Cancer Rollercoaster-The Ups & Downs & All AroundsI can’t tell you how many times a Survivor-Thriver has told me how their journey with cancer is like be...

07/28/2025

Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Secondary Cancers But Were Afraid To AskIf having cancer wasn’t hard enough, between the fear of recurrence and the ...