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A Cure In Sight (ACIS) is a nonprofit organization committed to improving the lives of those affected by ocular melanoma. Through education, patient support programs, advocacy, and research funding, ACIS works to raise awareness and accelerate progress toward better treatments and outcomes.
The Eye Believe Podcast, hosted by A Cure In Sight, brings together patients, caregivers, researchers, and medical professionals to share stories, discuss advances in ocular melanoma research, and highlight the strength of the community. The podcast’s mission is to inform, inspire, and give a voice to those impacted by ocular melanoma.
Episodes
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4 hours ago
In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Julia Brechbiel, Clinical Psychologist at Fred Hutch for an important conversation about mental health and cancer.
Dr. Brechbiel shares practical, compassionate guidance for patients and caregivers navigating the emotional impact of serious illness. Together, we discuss where to start when seeking mental health support, how to recognize signs of PTSD and emotional distress, and the many benefits therapy can provide throughout the cancer journey.
Whether you’re newly diagnosed, living in survivorship, or supporting a loved one, this conversation offers reassurance, validation, and actionable advice for taking care of your mental health along the way.
🎧 Tune in for a thoughtful and empowering discussion about healing, support, and the importance of caring for both mind and body. 💙
5 days ago
Monday May 18, 2026
Monday May 11, 2026
Monday May 11, 2026
In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, we’re joined by Wendy Carpenter, a metastatic ocular melanoma patient who is currently NED (No Evidence of Disease).
Wendy shares her personal experience using ctDNA (circulating tumor DNA) testing as part of her ongoing surveillance and care. She discusses how this blood-based testing helps monitor disease activity, informs conversations with her medical team, and provides another tool for navigating life after treatment.
In this conversation, Wendy opens up about:
- What ctDNA testing is and how it works
- How she incorporates ctDNA into her surveillance plan
- The emotional realities of monitoring after metastatic disease
- Living with hope, uncertainty, and gratitude as an NED survivor
This episode offers a patient-centered perspective on an evolving area of cancer care and highlights how new technologies are helping empower patients in their journeys.
🎧 Tune in for an honest and hopeful conversation about survivorship, monitoring, and living beyond metastatic ocular melanoma. 💙
Thursday May 07, 2026
Thursday May 07, 2026
Episode 8: Grief, Survivor’s Guilt & Finding Joy Again
Grief after cancer isn’t always visible.
In Episode 8 of My 15 Years, Melody opens up about the many forms of grief that followed her ocular melanoma diagnosis — the loss of who she was before cancer, the loss of certainty about the future, and the loss of relationships that changed along the way.
She also speaks honestly about survivor’s guilt and the emotional complexity of moving forward while watching others in the cancer community face difficult outcomes.
Through reflection and lived experience, Melody shares how she has learned to cope with these feelings over the past 15 years, and the perspective that has helped her continue healing.
But this episode also ends with hope.
Melody reflects on what brings her joy today — the connections, friendships, and support she has found within the ocular melanoma community. What once began in isolation eventually became a source of deep purpose, belonging, and love.
This episode is for anyone carrying grief, navigating survivorship, or searching for light after loss.
Rare Cancer. Resilient Hope. Revolutionary Research.
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Monday May 04, 2026
Monday May 04, 2026
In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, Transforming Patient Care in the West, we’re joined by Dr. Inderjit Mehmi from The Angeles Clinic.
Dr. Mehmi shares insight into how care for ocular melanoma patients is evolving, including both standard of care treatments and the clinical trials currently available at his institution.
He discusses how these options can provide patients with access to emerging therapies while continuing to deliver high-quality, individualized care.
📍 Contact Information for Dr. Mehmi
📞 310-231-2176
This episode offers valuable perspective for patients and caregivers looking to better understand their options and the future of ocular melanoma care.
🎧 Tune in to learn how innovation and access are helping shape treatment pathways in the western United States. 💙
Monday Apr 27, 2026
Monday Apr 27, 2026
In this episode of Living in the Long Middle, part of the Eye Believe Podcast, we share Outliving the Statistics: A Story About Survivor’s Gratitude with Katie Doble.
Katie is a metastatic ocular melanoma patient who is now NED (No Evidence of Disease) following TIL (Tumor-Infiltrating Lymphocyte) therapy—a reality that brings both hope and complexity. In this deeply honest conversation, Katie opens up about what it means to live in the “long middle” after outliving expectations.
She shares her experience with:
Survivor’s gratitude and the weight it can carry
Survivor’s grief for others in the OM community
The emotional complexity of doing well while others are not
How her perspective on life, hope, and uncertainty has evolved
This episode reflects the heart of Living in the Long Middle—holding space for both joy and grief, hope and heartbreak, all at the same time.
Article from Huffpost: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/doctor-cancer-clinical-trials-advocacy_n_646515dbe4b0bfd6447f88df
Katie's Blog: https://futurehappyself.com/
UPMC Blog post: https://hillman.upmc.com/cancer-care/melanoma-skin/patient-stories/katie-doble
Katie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceortman/
🎧 Tune in for a powerful and moving conversation about resilience, perspective, and what it truly means to outlive the statistics. 💙
Thursday Apr 23, 2026
Thursday Apr 23, 2026
In Episode 7 of our special 15-year series, Melody opens up about an often overlooked but essential part of the cancer journey—mental health.
From breaking the stigma around therapy in the cancer community to recognizing when you’re ready for something more, this conversation is honest, validating, and deeply needed. Melody reflects on how perspectives around therapy have evolved over the years and shares how seeking support can be a powerful step forward—not a sign of weakness.
Whether you’re newly diagnosed, years into survivorship, or supporting someone you love, this episode is a reminder that caring for your mental health is just as important as caring for your physical health.
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Rare Cancer. Resilient Hope. Revolutionary Research.
Monday Apr 20, 2026
Monday Apr 20, 2026
In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, we’re joined by Brianne Ward and Bev Shaw, two ocular melanoma patients from Canada whose connection turned into something truly powerful.
After first meeting online, Brianne and Bev later found themselves as roommates during treatment—a full-circle moment that strengthened their bond and helped them navigate one of the most challenging parts of their journey together.
In this heartfelt conversation, they share:
-How they first connected within the OM community
-What it was like to go through treatment side by side
-How their friendship helped them prepare for and get through difficult moments
-Why having a support person—or “treatment buddy”—can make such a difference
Their story is a powerful reminder that connection matters, and that no one has to go through this journey alone. We hope this episode inspires you to reach out, find your people, and lean on the strength of community. 💙
Friday Apr 17, 2026
Friday Apr 17, 2026
In this episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, we’re joined by Lindsay Brown and Lucy Innes, two incredible members of the ocular melanoma community who have each turned their diagnosis into purpose.
With very different but equally inspiring paths, Lindsay has become a motivational speaker, while Lucy is pursuing a PhD focused on uveal melanoma research. Together, they share how their experiences shaped their careers and how they’ve found direction, meaning, and impact through their journeys.
This conversation explores:
What it means to give your diagnosis direction
Finding purpose after diagnosis
Turning challenges into meaningful work
Using your voice and experience to make a difference
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or years into your journey, this episode is a powerful reminder that there are many ways to move forward—with purpose.
We also want to honor the life and legacy of Lindsay Brown, whose voice, strength, and advocacy continue to inspire the ocular melanoma community. We are grateful to have shared this conversation with her.
🔗 Watch more from Lindsay:
-Enucleation 101:
-Being on the Receiving End of Medical Care: https://youtu.be/hkfRxJOeeos
🔗 Watch more from Lucy:
-How Immunotherapy Works: https://youtu.be/phNDuHVCzng
-Eye Believe 2023 – Seattle Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmNN38QAmj1aq1V1e6d4e8jDbdE4iFI8S