Breast Cancer Conversations

Nov 03 2024 249 ep. 39 mins 22
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Breast Cancer Conversations is a podcast produced by Survivingbreastcancer.org where we inject positivity into the very fabric of a breast cancer diagnosis. Breast Cancer Conversations provides education, and inspiration, and offers hope. You will hear stories from those diagnosed with breast cancer, interviews with medical professionals, and thought-leadership emerging from the oncology field. Welcome to our breast cancer community! Welcome to the conversation.

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249. Preparing for Breast Cancer Surgery: What You Need to Know with Dr. Tammaro

Nov 03 2024 47 mins  
Love the episode? Send us a text!Breast cancer is a deeply personal journey. As the landscape of breast cancer treatment evolves, understanding the surgical options available becomes crucial for patients navigating this challenging experience. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Yolanda Tamero, a breast surgical oncologist, who provides invaluable insights into the various surgical

248. Enhancing Patient-Provider Communication in Breast Cancer Care with Stephanie S. Abbott

Oct 28 2024 48 mins  
Love the episode? Send us a text!In this episode of Breast Cancer Conversations, I had the pleasure of speaking with Stephanie S. Abbott, a remarkable individual who has navigated the complex worlds of both healthcare administration and cancer survivorship. Stephanie brings a unique perspective, having served in multiple leadership roles in healthcare, including Chief Experience Of

247. Navigating Gender Bias and Legislation in Women's Health with Dr. Amani Jambhekar

Oct 20 2024 39 mins  
Love the episode? Send us a text!In this episode of Breast Cancer Conversations, I had the pleasure of speaking with the incredible Dr. Amani Jambhekar, a board-certified general surgeon and medical director for surgical breast oncology at Christus St. Vincent in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Dr. Jambhekar shared her journey from Texas to New Mexico, driven by her commitment to women's hea

246. Transforming Lives: Heather Salazar on Adoption, Cancer, and Pink Ribbon Good

Oct 13 2024 37 mins  
Love the episode? Send us a text!In this episode, I had the honor of speaking with Heather Salazar, an incredible woman whose journey through breast cancer led her to create the impactful nonprofit, Pink Ribbon Good. Heather's story is one of resilience, compassion, and dedication to helping others.Heather shared her powerful narrative, starting with her connection to Alexis, a you

245. The Role of Advanced Imaging in Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment

Oct 06 2024 47 mins  
Love the episode? Send us a text!In this episode of Breast Cancer Conversations, we delve into the complexities of living with a metastatic breast cancer diagnosis and explore the various diagnostic and treatment options available. Our panel includes Dr. Groteluschen, a medical oncologist from Green Bay Oncology, Tammy, a patient living with metastatic breast cancer, and Dr. Coving

244. Understanding Nurse Navigation: Support and Resources for Cancer Patients

Sep 29 2024 48 mins  
Love the episode? Send us a text!In the realm of breast cancer treatment, nurse navigators play a pivotal role in guiding patients through the complexities of their diagnosis and treatment. This episode of "Breast Cancer Conversations" features insights from Colleen Beguin, Amanda Kuller from Honor Health and Lourdes Heras, a patient advocate at SurvivingBreastCancer.org, who share

243. Emotional and Physical Challenges Post-Treatment. Katrece Nolen on IBC Survivorship

Sep 19 2024 19 mins  
Love the episode? Send us a text!Katrece's journey began in her late 30s, a time when many women may not consider themselves at risk for breast cancer. With no known family history of the disease, she was caught off guard when she noticed a physical change in her body—one breast appeared larger than the other. This seemingly benign observation led her to seek medical attention, a

242. Breaking Barriers: Advocating for Yourself When You Have Inflammatory Breast Cancer with Katrece Nolen Part I

Sep 15 2024 41 mins  
Love the episode? Send us a text!I had the privilege of speaking with Katrece Nolen, a breast cancer survivor from Northern Virginia. We had such a lovely and long conversation that I ended up producing this episode in two parts. Today we dive into Katrece’s compelling story with inflammatory breast cancer (IBC). Diagnosed in her late 30s, Katrece's story began with a simple obse

241. FES PET vs FDG PET CT Scans: Which is Best for Metastatic Breast Cancer?

Aug 11 2024 38 mins  
Love the episode? Send us a text!In today's episode, we delve into the world of PET scans and other imaging modalities crucial for accurate diagnosis and staging of breast cancer. We are joined by two incredible guests: Dr. Kiser, the Medical Director of Molecular Imaging for Carilion Clinic, and Pam Kohl, a patient advocate living with metastatic breast cancer.Dr. Kiser provides a

240. Understanding Nuclear Medicine in Breast Cancer Care. What Every Patient Needs To Know

Aug 02 2024 23 mins  
Love the episode? Send us a text!In this episode of Breast Cancer Conversations, we delve into the critical topic of nuclear medicine and its role in breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. As a breast cancer survivor and advocate, I understand the anxiety that comes with scans involving radioactive tracers. Today, we aim to demystify this process and highlight its importance.I am j