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Beth Slatten Joins Drs. Mabry & Lee To Discuss Lung Cancer Awareness And Prevention

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A cancer diagnosis can bring uncertainty—but having the right support can make all the difference. In this episode, Dr. Emily Lee and Dr. Jennifer Mabry sit down with Beth Slatten of Cookeville Regional Medical Center to discuss the critical role of a lung nurse navigator. Beth shares how she helps guide patients through each step following a diagnosis, working to ease fear and provide clarity during an overwhelming time. She also reflects on her journey through cardiology, ICU care, pulmonary rehab, and oncology, leading to her current role supporting lung cancer patients. From risk factors to the importance of early detection, this conversation highlights how knowledge, support, and timing can truly save lives—and why no patient should have to navigate it alone.

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