What if we could stop cancer before it ever starts?

In this episode of From Carpools to Chemo, host Marisa Peters sits down with Dr. Heinz-Josef Lenz, Deputy Director for Research Programs at the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center and one of the world’s leading experts in gastrointestinal cancer.

With more than 30 years of experience in colorectal cancer research, Dr. Lenz has helped transform how we understand and treat cancer through his “clinic-to-bench” approach. His work on molecular subtypes like MSI-high and BRAF mutations has opened new possibilities for patients facing colorectal cancer.

Beyond science, Dr. Lenz reflects on mentorship, teamwork, patient advocacy, and the lessons he has learned from thousands of patients. Ahead of the second annual Be Seen Alive Awards, this conversation explores how trust,  ...