# @nyulangonehealth on YouTube

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=kXfcYmKTWWM
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/34446231-nyulangonehealth-youtube
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- **Posted:** 2025-09-11T20:38:07.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** NYU Langone Health (@nyulangone) — https://gondola.cc/nyulangone

## Caption

What if a routine checkup turned into a life-changing diagnosis? That was the moment everything changed for Dwyane Wade. In the middle of a thriving retirement from his successful basketball career, with a young child and a full life, he suddenly found himself facing three words no one wants to hear: cancer, kidney, surgery. In this deeply personal and powerful conversation, Dwyane opens up about receiving his diagnosis, protecting his family from worry, and why he decided to share his story with the world.

Joining the discussion, NYU Langone Health urologic oncologist Dr. William Huang reflects on Dwayne's journey from diagnosis to recovery, sharing insights on the importance of early detection, treatment, and self-advocacy while offering perspective, hope, and a crucial call to action.

Watch now to hear Dwyane's story and gain expert insight from NYU Langone specialists.

Chapters:
00:00 A Life-Changing Diagnosis
00:51 It Wasn’t the Prostate 
01:22 Hearing the Word 'Cancer' 
02:00 Reframing Life After Diagnosis 
02:34 Telling His Family 
03:08 Going Public With His Journey 
03:54 The Power of Vulnerability 
04:25 Impact Over Image 
05:10 Stigma and Strength 
05:50 Advice to Others Facing a Diagnosis 
06:32 Be the CEO of Your Health 
07:15 Expert Insights with Dr. Huang 
08:01 Why Men Delay Care 
08:51 The Importance of Self-Advocacy

Learn more about NYU Langone Health: https://nyulangone.org/
Learn more about the NYU Langone's Laura and Isaac Perlmutter Cancer Center and schedule an appointment: https://nyulangone.org/locations/perlmutter-cancer-center
Learn more about Dr. William C. Huang and schedule an appointment: https://nyulangone.org/doctors/1235274101/william-c-huang

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#MensHealthLab #MensHealth #CancerAwareness #DwyaneWade #NYULangoneHealth #HealthAdvocacy #perlmuttercancercenter

## Stats

- **Views:** 98
- **Likes:** 2
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- **Comments:** 1

## Tags

nyulangonehealth, menshealthlab, cancerawareness, perlmuttercancercenter, dwyanewade, menshealth, healthadvocacy

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