Episode 84 of The Health Exchange Podcast tells the remarkable story of stomach cancer survivor Sidney Raskind, whose life was forever changed after the devastating loss of his daughter led to the discovery of a hereditary cancer syndrome hidden within his family. Sidney joins Dr. Rutland to discuss how genetic testing uncovered his cancer before symptoms ever appeared, the difficult decision to undergo a total gastrectomy, and what it truly means to live without a stomach. Their conversation explores the life-saving potential of genetic screening, the realities of hereditary cancer, navigating grief, trusting medical science, and adapting to life after major surgery. Sidney also shares how his experience transformed him into an advocate, using his story to raise awareness about early detection, resilience, and finding purpose after unimaginable  ...