Veterans Video Chat, January 6, 2026

Veterans Video Chat, January 6, 2026

by | Jan 7, 2026 | Health Resources, Recorded Groups, Veterans

Veterans Video Chat, January 6, 2026

Veterans Video Chat, January 6, 2026

AnCan is grateful to the following sponsors for making this recording possible: Johnson and Johnson, Bayer, Novartis, Myriad Genetics, Telix, Blue Earth Diagnostics, and Foundation Medicine.

If you missed any recent recordings, you’ll find the full list either on our YouTube Playlist or visit our Blog Post https://ancan.org/our-recent-blog-posts-in-case-you-missed-them/. Sign up for our Blog by checking the New Blog box at https://ancan.org/contact-us/.

AnCan respectfully notes that it does not accept sponsored promotion. Any drugs, protocols or devices recommended in our discussion are based solely on anecdotal peer experience or clinical evidence.

AnCan  cannot and does not provide medical advice. We encourage you to discuss anything you hear in our sessions with your own medical team.

AnCan reminds all Participants that Adverse Events experienced from prescribed drugs or protocols should be reported to the pharmaceutical manufacturer or the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). To do so call 1-800-332-1066 or download interactive FDA Form 3500, https://www.fda.gov/media/76299/download/.

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Editor’s Pick: C&P exams when you are 100% permanent and total. (bj)

Topics Discussed
Establishing service connection is the hardest part of submitting a claim; C&P (compensation & pension) exams when you are 100% permanent and total; Community Care authorization needed to use Beneficiary Travel Self Service System (BTSSS); working with a VA C&P exam contractor; requesting IRS Form 1095-B from the VA; VA continues to reduce the backlog of claims; a couple of the members reported recently losing a friend and condolences were shared; be wary of unsolicited requests to consolidate your medical records.

Chat

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 5:33 PM
Beneficiary Travel Self Service System (BTSSS)

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 5:36 PM
BTSSS Portal https://dvagov-btsss.dynamics365portals.us/

TonyFig sent a chat · 5:48 PM
Does the VA send out tax forms for disability payments or  are they only available electronically?

Mark WV sent a chat · 5:50 PM
There is no tax forms as your disability is tax free

TonyFig sent a chat · 5:51 PM
What about healthcare.  this is from a VA newsletter   Get your 2025 VA health care coverage tax form this January Your 1095-B IRS tax form shows proof that you had VA health coverage. Throughout January and no later than January 31, 2026, all VA health care beneficiaries will be able to electronically access their 2025 1095-B forms via their VA.gov account. Please note that VA will no longer automatically mail 1095-Bs to all Veterans. To request a paper copy by mail, please contact us at 877-222-VETS (8387) Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET.

Bruce Schrimpf sent a chat · 6:14 PM
Great discussion all!  Happy New Year!

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 6:18 PM
Good night Bruce!

TonyFig sent a chat · 6:21 PM
VA-FSC Vendor File Request Form (10091)    This form is used for claim electronic payment

TonyFig sent a chat · 6:22 PM
This can be completed online

Mark WV sent a chat · 6:28 PM
Good Nite

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 6:28 PM
Good night Mark!

Bruce Schrimpf sent a chat · 6:50 PM
Kaiser thing is VERY suspucious!

Bob Schwartz U.S.N. Venice, FL. sent a chat · 6:52 PM
This sounds like a SCAM!!!!

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 6:58 PM
ancan.org/veterans

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 6:59 PM
veterans@ancan.org

Low/Intermediate PCa Video Chat, December 22, 2025

Low/Intermediate PCa Video Chat, December 22, 2025

by | Jan 7, 2026 | Cancer Caregivers, Cancer Resources, Low/Intermediate Prostate Cancer, Recorded Groups

Low/Intermediate PCa Video Chat, December 22, 2025

Low/Intermediate PCa Video Chat, December 22, 2025

AnCan is grateful to the following sponsors for making this recording possible: Bayer, Novartis, Johnson and Johnson, Myriad Genetics, Telix, Blue Earth Diagnostics, and Foundation Medicine.

WELCOME all to our newly recorded Low/Intermediate Prostate Cancer Group. To receive notice when new recordings are posted, either follow us on this YouTube Channel or sign up to our Blog via https://ancan.org/contact-us/ – check New Blog box.

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AnCan respectfully notes that it does not accept sponsored promotion. Any drugs, protocols or devices recommended in our discussions are based solely on anecdotal peer experience or clinical evidence.
AnCan cannot and does not provide medical advice. We encourage you to discuss anything you hear in our sessions with your own medical team.
AnCan reminds all Participants that Adverse Events experienced from prescribed drugs or protocols should be reported to the pharmaceutical manufacturer or the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). To do so call 1-800-332-1066 or download interactive FDA Form 3500 https://www.fda.gov/media/76299/download
AnCan’s Prostate Cancer Forum is back (https://ancan.org/forums). If you’d like to comment on anything you see in our Recordings or read in our Reminders, just sign up and go right ahead. You can also click on the Forum icon at the top right of the webpage.
All AnCan’s groups are free and drop-in … join us in person sometime!

Editor’s Pick: Importance of getting your treatment at a NCCN Member Institution. (bj)

Topics Discussed
New quarterly support group for inherited mutations (e.g., BRCA, Lynch syndrome); eligibility for active surveillance despite a high-intermediate decipher score (0.57) and specific biopsy results (Gleason 3+4 with 10% grade 4); importance of obtaining a second opinion on biospy slides; importance of getting your treatment at a National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) Member Institution versus other medical institutions; nutrional and lifestyle approaches (e.g., fasting, ketogenic diets) before radiation; MRI-guided radiation (SBRT) and the experience of having fiducials and barriers implanted under local anesthesia; management of side effects like erectile dysfunction (ED) and the benefits of heavy exercise during long-term treatment; challenges faced by patients living abroad; concerns about inguinal hernia mesh repair complicating a future prostatectomy; lack of definitive ways to prevent prostate cancer; various theories regarding calcium levels.

Chat

AnCan – Stuart sent a chat · 8:02 PM
Dr. Ming Zhou Mount Sinai Health System Department of Pathology, Box 1194 Annenberg Bldg. 15th FL 1468 Madison Ave New York, NY 10029 Email: Ming.zhou@mountsinai.org Telephone: (212)241-8881

AnCan – Stuart sent a chat · 8:03 PM
Dr. Jonathan Epstein – https://advanceduropathology.com/  Tel:516-760-2037    jepstein@imppllc.com

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 8:12 PM
877 582 7011

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 8:13 PM
GoTo Technical Help

David K – Jacksonville FL sent a chat · 8:18 PM
aquablation and PAE: I’ll be asking if anyone has had an aquablation or a Prostate Artery Embolization. – david K

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 8:38 PM
We are looking at a spckof cancer here…. half a millimeter

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 8:39 PM
*speck of

Steve in Malaysia sent a chat · 8:41 PM
Does anyone have contact info for support staff of Dr Epstein as I’ve been trying to get slides to Stanford

Steve in Malaysia sent a chat · 8:41 PM
He has them now

Steve in Malaysia sent a chat · 8:43 PM
I did email him a few days ago but no answer

Frank H sent a chat · 8:43 PM
Try ask for Mary jones

Steve in Malaysia sent a chat · 8:44 PM
Thanks Frank, do you have her email?

AnCan Bill sent a chat · 8:44 PM
Steve, you can check his website: https://advanceduropathology.com/

AnCan Bill sent a chat · 8:44 PM
Frank did say he was on vacation for the holidays.

Steve in Malaysia sent a chat · 8:45 PM
My issue is more that I need to get my slides from him to Stanford soon as I’m going to US mid Jan

Frank H sent a chat · 8:47 PM
I will need to check with her myself tomorrow

Greg sent a chat · 9:04 PM
When does Medicare stop paying for Telehealth?

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:05 PM
Right around now, we beleive.

Greg sent a chat · 9:06 PM
For just prostate consults or across the board visits?

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:06 PM
Check on the internet, Greg

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:06 PM
Across tehe board.

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:16 PM
Cancer & Fasting UCSF  https://osher.ucsf.edu/patient-care/integrative-medicine-resources/cancer-and-nutrition/faq/cancer-and-fasting-calorie-restriction

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:17 PM
QiL fasting during chemo https://www.vumedi.com/video/esmo-2023-insights-effects-of-short-term-fasting-on-quality-of-life-as-an-add-on-option-during-chemo/?token=aea546f6-9f4e-41f5-98fd-3a2f2c6f6add&link_data=eyJiZXRfbWFpbF9pdGVtX2lkIjoyMDAwODM0MjQsImJldF9tYWlsX2FjdGlvbiI6ImJjIn0%3A1ryYHH%3A2ho3Ayar__FqeFstiJEPOgl60cTKcylOggsW5v-BNKQ&mc_cid=af2eade45f&mc_eid=838454d636

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:18 PM
Meta study from Kishan on ADT duration https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaoncology/article-abstract/2841671?guestAccessKey=d03b0908-90c8-497e-85cd-aebb43ec2a63&utm_medium=email&utm_source=postup_jn&utm_campaign=article_alert-jamaoncology&utm_content=olf-tfl_&utm_term=112025&mc_cid=0fa42784f6&mc_eid=838454d636

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:19 PM
Gil – also Spratt is on the metastudy.

Greg sent a chat · 9:20 PM
Which guys at Stanford?

Gil Solomon sent a chat · 9:34 PM
Thanks. I did see the ADT duration study and diminishing returns after 6 months

Gil Solomon sent a chat · 9:36 PM
Apalutamide study HEATWAVE and it is all comers regardless of cell type.

Gil Solomon sent a chat · 9:37 PM
I’m going to sign off for dinner.  Thanks all.

AnCan Bill sent a chat · 9:37 PM
Have a good night Gil

Steve in Malaysia sent a chat · 9:40 PM
Thanks for info Gil

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:43 PM
But we know that f you are Lumin A, apalutamide does not work.  Balance trial  https://ascopost.com/issues/october-25-2025/biomarker-driven-apalutamide-therapy-for-patients-with-recurrent-prostate-cancer/?mc_cid=17ff95d283&mc_eid=838454d636

Steve in Malaysia sent a chat · 9:47 PM
How long after last PSA read (was same time as MRI) should I get next one?

Steve in Malaysia sent a chat · 9:47 PM
That as Oct 12

Steve in Malaysia sent a chat · 9:47 PM
*was

AnCan Bill sent a chat · 9:50 PM
Steve, you’re 2 and a half months out from the last one but you don’t  have an urgent need to get PSA right now unless your doctor thinks you should.

Greg sent a chat · 9:51 PM
Will there be another email for donation?

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:51 PM
bfranklin@ancan.org

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:52 PM

Donate

Steve in Malaysia sent a chat · 9:52 PM
Thanks Bill, I’m a bit concerned as it went from 2.22 to 4.33 in 3 weeks

Steve in Malaysia sent a chat · 9:54 PM
I’ll ask Dr Sonn if needed before consult.

AnCan Bill sent a chat · 9:54 PM
When I was in your situation, I was getting it every 3 months at my doctor’s advice.

AnCan Bill sent a chat · 9:55 PM
Talk to your doc but remember, it can lead to increase anxiety.

Steve in Malaysia sent a chat · 9:55 PM
I understand re: anxiety

Steve in Malaysia sent a chat · 9:55 PM
I had an infection and was on cipro (but finished) right before last read.

AnCan Bill sent a chat · 9:58 PM
Ah, the infection could definitely be a contributer.

Steve in Malaysia sent a chat · 9:58 PM
oddly that infection was what lead to actual detection of cancer.

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 10:02 PM
Steve – the 4.33 could have a huge amount to do with the infection. I’d repeat the PSA sooner rather than later.

Steve in Malaysia sent a chat · 10:03 PM
ok, will do before I go to CA

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 10:04 PM
If it’s 2.33 what would you do, Steve?

Steve in Malaysia sent a chat · 10:05 PM
Hmmm…. not sure … I would still proceed with process I think given Epstein and Klotz recommendations.

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 10:06 PM
Stay in the moment!!!!

Steve in Malaysia sent a chat · 10:14 PM
Good luck with treatment Greg

Veterans Video Chat, January 6, 2026

Veterans Video Chat, December 16, 2025

by | Jan 5, 2026 | Health Resources, Recorded Groups, Veterans

Veterans Video Chat, December 16, 2025

Veterans Video Chat, December 16, 2025

AnCan is grateful to the following sponsors for making this recording possible: Johnson and Johnson, Bayer, Novartis, Myriad Genetics, Telix, Blue Earth Diagnostics, and Foundation Medicine.

If you missed any recent recordings, you’ll find the full list either on our YouTube Playlist or visit our Blog Post https://ancan.org/our-recent-blog-posts-in-case-you-missed-them/. Sign up for our Blog by checking the New Blog box at https://ancan.org/contact-us/.

AnCan respectfully notes that it does not accept sponsored promotion. Any drugs, protocols or devices recommended in our discussion are based solely on anecdotal peer experience or clinical evidence.

AnCan  cannot and does not provide medical advice. We encourage you to discuss anything you hear in our sessions with your own medical team.

AnCan reminds all Participants that Adverse Events experienced from prescribed drugs or protocols should be reported to the pharmaceutical manufacturer or the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). To do so call 1-800-332-1066 or download interactive FDA Form 3500, https://www.fda.gov/media/76299/download/.

All AnCan’s groups are free and drop-in … join us in person sometime!

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Editor’s Pick: Considerations when sequeencing multiple VA claims. (bj)

Topics Discussed
Pursuing Topic Exposure Radiation Exposure (TERA); claim denied for service connection; discussion about the Beneficiary Travel Self-Service System (BTSSS); filing a claim for radiation cystitis secondary to prostate cancer; submitting an intent to file by calling 1-800-827-1000 or submitting a VA Form 21-0966; sequencing multiple VA claims; be wary of phishing scams or imposters requesting your medical records.

Chat

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 8:43 PM
BTSSS = Beneficiary Travel Self-Service System System

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 8:45 PM
BTSSS Website https://dvagov-btsss.dynamics365portals.us/

Hank Zajic  Springfield VA sent a chat · 8:56 PM
gotta run.  Thank you Jim for hosting and Happy Holidays everyone!  Hank

Jim Marshall, Veteran, Alexandria, VA sent a chat · 8:58 PM
Marshall-James@comcast.net.

Jim Marshall, Veteran, Alexandria, VA sent a chat · 8:59 PM
CaptJim@AnCan.Org

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:22 PM
I’m your long lost relative as well

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:26 PM
Happy Holidays everyone!

Low/Intermediate PCa Video Chat, December 8, 2025

Low/Intermediate PCa Video Chat, December 8, 2025

by | Dec 12, 2025 | Cancer Caregivers, Cancer Resources, Low/Intermediate Prostate Cancer, Recorded Groups

Low/Intermediate PCa Video Chat, December 8, 2025

Low/Intermediate PCa Video Chat, December 8, 2025

AnCan is grateful to the following sponsors for making this recording possible: Bayer, Novartis, Johnson and Johnson, Myriad Genetics, Telix, Blue Earth Diagnostics, and Foundation Medicine.

WELCOME all to our newly recorded Low/Intermediate Prostate Cancer Group. To receive notice when new recordings are posted, either follow us on this YouTube Channel or sign up to our Blog via https://ancan.org/contact-us/ – check New Blog box.

Join our other free and drop in groups:
AnCan respectfully notes that it does not accept sponsored promotion. Any drugs, protocols or devices recommended in our discussions are based solely on anecdotal peer experience or clinical evidence.
AnCan cannot and does not provide medical advice. We encourage you to discuss anything you hear in our sessions with your own medical team.
AnCan reminds all Participants that Adverse Events experienced from prescribed drugs or protocols should be reported to the pharmaceutical manufacturer or the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). To do so call 1-800-332-1066 or download interactive FDA Form 3500 https://www.fda.gov/media/76299/download
AnCan’s Prostate Cancer Forum is back (https://ancan.org/forums). If you’d like to comment on anything you see in our Recordings or read in our Reminders, just sign up and go right ahead. You can also click on the Forum icon at the top right of the webpage.
All AnCan’s groups are free and drop-in … join us in person sometime!

Editor’s Pick: Focal therapy sounds great but has higher risk of recurrence. (bj)

Topics Discussed
Importance of getting a second opinion on your biopsy slides by a specialist; don’t rush into a treatment without getting all the information; focal therapy sounds great but has higher risk of recurrence; active surveillance is a viable treatment option—it depends on your risk factors; cryotherapy vs HIFU—effectiveness vs side-effects; fears about erectile dysfunction (ED) and incontinence make focal therapy make it easy to jump on the focal therapy bandwagon; heart disease and hormone therapy (ADT) interactions; balancing open-heart surgery and managing prostate cancer (PCa); symptom management concerns cause me to lean toward IMRT (Intensity-Modulated Radiation Therapy) vs SBRT (Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy); concerns about ADT side effects.

Chat

AnCan – Stuart sent a chat · 7:56 PM
Dr. Ming Zhou Mount Sinai Health System Department of Pathology, Box 1194 Annenberg Bldg. 15th FL 1468 Madison Ave New York, NY 10029 Email: Ming.zhou@mountsinai.org Telephone: (212)241-8881

AnCan – Stuart sent a chat · 7:56 PM
Dr. Jonathan Epstein – https://advanceduropathology.com/  Tel:516-760-2037    jepstein@imppllc.com

AnCan Bill  sent a chat · 8:17 PM
If you are new, feel free to share your email address here and we will ensure you get our reminders.

AnCan Bill  sent a chat · 8:32 PM
Steve, we were getting a lot of mic noise from you.  We muted you.

Larry (Veteran, Alaskan) sent a chat · 8:33 PM
Do not overlook the potential value of getting a consult from a Medical Oncologist as opposed to Surgical or Radiological.

Martin  Uthe sent a chat · 8:35 PM
Stuart, What is your email? Thank you.

Martin  Uthe sent a chat · 8:36 PM
Larry, Thank you. M

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 8:36 PM
stuart@ancan.org

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 8:40 PM
I would disagrree with Larry at this time. With just a mm or two of 4+3 that we are checking with a 2nd opinion, most Genitourinary medical oncologists would not see you. You will not be able to get an appointment with Maha Hussein or David VanderWeele.   Just seeing a general med onc will only confuse you.

Martin  Uthe sent a chat · 8:41 PM
I am already confused!

Tom O NJ sent a chat · 8:44 PM
Martin confusion is why this group exist… keep coming keep doing research. I am new also and struggling w/ decision making.

Martin  Uthe sent a chat · 8:45 PM
Thank you, Tom.

AnCan Bill  sent a chat · 8:47 PM
Thanks Tom. We are here to help as best we can.

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:02 PM
Active Surveillance https://ancan.org/event/active-surveillance-prostate-cancer-2/2025-12-10/

Steve sent a chat · 9:10 PM
I was wondering if I should push for a Decipher test now?

Steve sent a chat · 9:11 PM
I tried to get one but its a bit hard from a foriegn country without a US Dr.

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:12 PM
Speak with Epstein first and also ask him.  May help but I don’t know enough about Decipher. Dr. John does.

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:13 PM
We’re awae that it’s hard to get Decipher outside the country.

Steve sent a chat · 9:13 PM
ok 👍

Steve sent a chat · 9:13 PM
Yes I had Invitae genetic test … all negative.

Steve sent a chat · 9:14 PM
12 genes tested

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:14 PM
From Dr. John …. Steve: since there is some ambiguity, why not, if Epstein agrees

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:15 PM
Invitae is a germline test – very different to Decipher.

Steve sent a chat · 9:16 PM
Yep understand re: germline … I might have used wrong terminology

Steve sent a chat · 9:16 PM
Thanks Rick

Steve sent a chat · 9:17 PM
Any thoughts on state of the air radiation treatments if I end up there?

AnCan Bill  sent a chat · 9:18 PM
bfranklin@ancan.org

Steve sent a chat · 9:19 PM
My connection dropped so not sure if I missed any texts

Steve sent a chat · 9:19 PM
re: Radiation.

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:20 PM
My bad…. didn’t realize the mic was on.

AnCan–John A sent a chat · 9:21 PM
Steve: likely SBRT

Steve sent a chat · 9:21 PM
ok, does that imply MRI Guided?

AnCan–John A sent a chat · 9:23 PM
Steve: probably at a state of the art center.    Maybe CT

Steve sent a chat · 9:23 PM
CT?

AnCan–John A sent a chat · 9:23 PM
Computerized Axial Tomography

Steve sent a chat · 9:24 PM
Got ya, thanks 🙂

Steve sent a chat · 9:25 PM
SBRT with Real-Time Tracking (CyberKnife)?

AnCan–John A sent a chat · 9:26 PM
that’s an example yes

Steve sent a chat · 9:26 PM
MRI-Guided SBRT (MR-Linac: ViewRay MRIdian or Elekta Unity)

AnCan Bill  sent a chat · 9:27 PM
Dr. Sanoj Punnen

Steve sent a chat · 9:27 PM
I will also check with my oncologist who I am seeing for Pet scan in a few hours

AnCan Bill  sent a chat · 9:30 PM
https://sylvester-doctors.umiamihealth.org/

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:32 PM
https://sylvester-doctors.umiamihealth.org/

Steve sent a chat · 9:32 PM
I’m considering adding Dr. Kishan at UCLA to my trip.

Steve sent a chat · 9:36 PM
Did you have side effects?

Steve sent a chat · 9:37 PM
I like the idea he is on west coast as its already about 20-25 hrs flight time to get to CA 🙂

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:45 PM
dr.john@ancan.org

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:46 PM
https://www.uwmedicine.org/bios/effie-andrikopoulou

Steve sent a chat · 9:50 PM
Who was the Dr at UCSF who I should talk to re: Active Surveillance?

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:53 PM
UCSF – Peter Carrroll is the expert but winding down. Matt Cooperberg is one. If you can’t get to him, Sam Washington.

Steve sent a chat · 9:54 PM
Thanks Rick 👍

Steve sent a chat · 9:55 PM
Did you have the name and contact of the guy in Malaysia (I think it was you who mentioned him).

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:57 PM
Read this metastudy …. https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaoncology/article-abstract/2841671?guestAccessKey=d03b0908-90c8-497e-85cd-aebb43ec2a63&utm_medium=email&utm_source=postup_jn&utm_campaign=article_alert-jamaoncology&utm_content=olf-tfl_&utm_term=112025&mc_cid=0fa42784f6&mc_eid=838454d636

Steve sent a chat · 10:01 PM
Thanks so much for all the help guys.  Makes my path alot more focused on best next steps.  Much appreciated 🙏

Steve sent a chat · 10:05 PM
My connection dropped again… back on now

AnCan Bill  sent a chat · 10:05 PM
We are glad you found us. Please keep coming to the group.

Steve sent a chat · 10:06 PM
You guys give us alot more confidence dealing with PC

Steve sent a chat · 10:10 PM
Rick/Stuart do you guys mind sharing your email?

AnCan Bill  sent a chat · 10:11 PM
rd@ancan.org and stuart@ancan.org

AnCan – Stuart sent a chat · 10:11 PM
https://www.uclahealth.org/providers/amar-kishan

AnCan – Stuart sent a chat · 10:12 PM
MR-Linac

Paul N. sent a chat · 10:14 PM
Ask Keeshan about the Prostox test

AnCan Bill  sent a chat · 10:20 PM

Special Presentation: What if You Could Predict the Risk of Radiation Effects – Prostox and Beyond

Carl S. sent a chat · 10:21 PM
Thanks guys, see you next time.

Manuel sent a chat · 10:21 PM
Thanks for a great session!

Steve sent a chat · 10:22 PM
Thanks Guys 🙂

Veterans Video Chat, January 6, 2026

Veterans Video Chat, December 2, 2025

by | Dec 3, 2025 | Health Resources, Recorded Groups, Veterans

Veterans Video Chat, December 2, 2025

Veterans Video Chat, December 2, 2025

AnCan is grateful to the following sponsors for making this recording possible: Johnson and Johnson, Bayer, Novartis, Myriad Genetics, Telix, Blue Earth Diagnostics, and Foundation Medicine.

If you missed any recent recordings, you’ll find the full list either on our YouTube Playlist or visit our Blog Post https://ancan.org/our-recent-blog-posts-in-case-you-missed-them/. Sign up for our Blog by checking the New Blog box at https://ancan.org/contact-us/.

AnCan respectfully notes that it does not accept sponsored promotion. Any drugs, protocols or devices recommended in our discussion are based solely on anecdotal peer experience or clinical evidence.

AnCan  cannot and does not provide medical advice. We encourage you to discuss anything you hear in our sessions with your own medical team.

AnCan reminds all Participants that Adverse Events experienced from prescribed drugs or protocols should be reported to the pharmaceutical manufacturer or the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). To do so call 1-800-332-1066 or download interactive FDA Form 3500, https://www.fda.gov/media/76299/download/.

All AnCan’s groups are free and drop-in … join us in person sometime!

Join our other free and drop in groups:

Editor’s Pick: Pursuing VA disability and healthcare benefits simultaneously (bj)

Topics Discussed
Veteran celebrates one year anniversary with AnCan by expressing his gratitude for all those who have helped him; pursuing VA disability and healthcare benefits simultaneously; travel reimbursement is happening and it is better to file earlier because the information is in the system; discussion about the Beneficiary Travel Self-Service System System (BTSSS); filing your own VA claims you need a computer, printer, and scanner—having a fax is optional; types of VA referrals community care versus private doctor; filling non-VA prescriptions at a VA pharmacy; Vet shares his experience in VA’s National Sports Progam.

Chat

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 8:12 PM
veterans@ancan.org

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 8:12 PM
you’re thinking about Richard

Eric Baker – Lafayette sent a chat · 8:14 PM
What is the VA’s definition of Incontinence?

Bob Schwartz U.S.N. Venice, FL. sent a chat · 8:18 PM
Thank you Col.

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 8:27 PM
They used Google Maps for me

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 8:29 PM
Beneficiary Travel Self-Service System (BTSSS)

TonyFig sent a chat · 8:38 PM
You can take photo or scan with cell phone

Larry Schuller sent a chat · 8:39 PM
Inkjet printer/scanner with the refillable internal ink tank.  Lighter weight than lasers and ink costs MUCH less than ink cartridge types

Bruce Schrimpf sent a chat · 8:47 PM
Printing black and white on a color printer–i have had that happen!

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 8:50 PM
Fax is expensive  at $2 to $3 a page; sometimes better to overnight mail

Larry Schuller sent a chat · 9:02 PM
What if the doctors disagree?

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:06 PM
Larry – If doctors disagree, then you need to ask why. In the end, the doctor has to agree with you.

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:06 PM
You’re right — you can’t make the doctors sign something they don’t believe

Bruce Schrimpf sent a chat · 9:10 PM
This might be unfair, but the object of the insurance company and perhaps the VA , is not to pay you.   The object is to   deny the claim!

Israel sent a chat · 9:12 PM
Go Navy!  Beat Army this weekend!!

Israel sent a chat · 9:13 PM
What do you mean about being active in the VA?

Eric Baker – Lafayette sent a chat · 9:14 PM
I think that you mean, go Army beat Navy this weekend!! 🙂

Israel sent a chat · 9:15 PM
Ha, ha – nope.  Go Navy!!⚓

Bruce Schrimpf sent a chat · 9:16 PM
Must run!  Have a good Christmas all!

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:17 PM
Good night Bruce

Hank Zajic  Springfield VA sent a chat · 9:20 PM
I have a very early start tomorrow so need to sign off.  Thank you all for an excellent meeting tonight.

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:20 PM
Good night Hank

Mark WV sent a chat · 9:30 PM
sorry have to go  good Nite

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:31 PM
Good night Mark

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:34 PM
veterans@ancan.org

AnCan – Boykin sent a chat · 9:36 PM
NCCN on December 9 at National Press Club

AnCan – rick sent a chat · 9:37 PM
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