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My Robotic Lobectomy Surgery: What I Wish I Knew

If you’ve been told you need lung surgery—or are researching robotic lobectomy—this episode is for you. Host Tina Powell, a Stage 4 non-small cell lung cancer survivor (EGFR mutation), shares her personal experience of undergoing a robotic lobectomy at NYU Langone. From pre-surgery testing to recovery, she walks through every stage of the journey from a patient’s perspective—the kind of information she wishes existed when she searched YouTube three years ago. This honest, step-by-step account reveals what to expect before, during, and after surgery, how to manage fear and recovery, and why biomarker testing was a critical turning point in her cancer care. 🎙️ What to Expect: What makes someone eligible for robotic lobectomy surgery The tests, scans, and health factors doctors consider before approval What happens in the operating room and during the hospital stay How to manage chest tubes, incisions, and nerve pain The importance of breathing exercises, walking, and gradual recovery Why biomarker testing after surgery can save your life 📌 CHAPTERS: 00:17 – Why I Made This Video 01:42 – What Is a Robotic Lobectomy? 02:10 – Am I Eligible? Understanding the Criteria 02:59 – Stage, Health, and Testing Requirements 04:27 – Lung Function and Spirometry Testing 05:22 – Location of the Tumor Matters 05:51 – The Role of Medical Insurance 06:45 – Surgery Day: My Experience at NYU Langone 08:54 – Recovery in the Hospital 09:35 – The Chest Tube: What to Expect 10:33 – Walking, Breathing, and Healing 12:25 – Being Discharged and Going Home 13:28 – First Look at My Incisions 14:00 – Pain Management Without Opioids 15:11 – Understanding Nerve Pain 15:44 – Products That Helped: SalonPas & Gabapentin 16:18 – Rebuilding Lung Function 17:10 – Walking as Medicine 17:34 – Take It Slow: Healing Takes Time 18:18 – When Surgery Isn’t the End of the Story 18:58 – The Power of Biomarker Testing 20:39 – What I Learned and What I’d Tell Others 21:33 – Nearly Three Years Later — My Results and Reflections 22:00 – Closing Thoughts: Gratitude, Strength, and Hope 🫁 About Lung Cancer Strong Lung Cancer Strong is a docuseries-style podcast and YouTube channel that shares the deeply personal journey of host Tina Powell, a stage 4 lung cancer patient and survivor, alongside candid conversations with others impacted by the disease. The podcast will also offer first-hand interviews with knowledgeable experts in health, science, nutrition, alternative medicine, and finance to discuss issues relating to navigating the various complexities of this disease. The series provides honest, unfiltered stories and perspectives, giving patients, caregivers, and the broader community a place to feel seen, understood, and supported with information from the patient’s perspective. Want to connect or share your story? Reach out to me at [email protected] Disclaimer: This podcast is strictly for informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with your oncologist, doctors and medical team for questions specific to your own health, diagnosis and treatment.