Meet The Expert: Dr. Effie Andrikopoulou

Meet The Expert: Dr. Effie Andrikopoulou

Dr. Effie Andrikopoulou is a Cardio-Oncologist and a cardiac Imaging expert caring for her patients in Birmingham, Alabama. She is passionate about providing excellent care driven by her core values of active listening, empathy, and respect.

  • 02:05: I went from Greece to Baltimore.
  • 03:59: Did you always want to be a doctor?
  • 05:30: When I came to Baltimore, I also did research on surgery.
  • 08:57: The clock starts ticking the minute the person comes to the hospital.
  • 11:31: Tell us a little bit more about interacting with people who have cancer.
  • 14:34: Every medication is helpful, but it comes with different types of side effects.
  • 17:42: What has been your worst moment as a physician?
  • 20:26: Did medical school prepare you to go through that experience knowing that some of your patients will die?
  • 24:34: In the past couple of years, I've started digging deeper into psychology and leadership.
  • 25:50: What has been the best moment?
  • 27:43: I always tell my patients the minimum that their heart needs to stay healthy is 30 minutes of decent-paced walking, five days a week.
  • 31:08: She survived her cancer, but she was left with heart failure as a result of that.
  • 34:27: There should be a bare minimum level of self-care that we do that will allow us to be present for our patients and their families.
  • 36:30: If you could only do one thing to improve health care in the U.S., what would it be and why?
  • 43:22: Thriver Rapid Fire Questions.
  • 47:22: Aside from Cancer U, what's one resource you would recommend for cancer patients and caregivers?

Resources

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The Price of Hope: Josh Church's Experience with Pediatric Cancer Treatment and its Cost

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Unleashing Courage: Jonathan Acott's Inspiring Battle with Cancer and Embracing Authenticity

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In today's episode, we have the honor of speaking with Jonathan Acott, a truly remarkable individual who has faced numerous challenges on his journey with cancer. Jonathan, a motivational speaker and ...

27 Okt 202339min

Unconventional Support: Dr. Katie Nall's Journey of Incorporating Natural Remedies in Cancer Care

Unconventional Support: Dr. Katie Nall's Journey of Incorporating Natural Remedies in Cancer Care

Dr. Katie Nall's story began when her husband received a life-altering diagnosis of bladder cancer. Initially skeptical of natural remedies recommended by their son, who happens to be a chiropractor, ...

24 Okt 202339min

Pedaling Towards a Cure: Riding for Hope and Healing in the Face of Cancer

Pedaling Towards a Cure: Riding for Hope and Healing in the Face of Cancer

Welcome back to Cancer U Thrivers, where we share stories of resilience, hope, and personal growth in the face of cancer. In today's episode, we delve into the transformative journey of a remarkable i...

17 Okt 202345min

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