Love the episode? Send us a text! In this episode on Breast Cancer Conversations we have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Van Londen. I know you are all going to love this conversation. It literally is your personal one on one consultation with an expert in managing life after a cancer diagnosis. Topics include: -Reprioritizing -Estrogen therapies (pros and cons) -Longer Term risks of anti-estrogen treatment -Zometa Infusions to support bone health to minimize bone loss -Grief -Brain Fog -How t...
Feb 10, 2020•46 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! Dr Buckanovich highlights three major areas of need within ovarian cancer. We discuss the link between ovarian cancer and breast cancer, specifically if you carry a BRCA gene mutation. He shares exciting developments recently found in treating ovarian cancers that could potentially be an option for treating TNBC. We continued our discussion on genomic sequencing going beyond the standard of care looking at DNA and zooming in on RNA sequencing. Topics: 8:15: Big ...
Feb 03, 2020•42 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! Recorded during our visit to the Magee-Womens Research Institute and Foundation in Pittsburgh, PA, this week’s episode marks the first in a series that will be released over the coming weeks. In today’s instalment, we take a close look at the groundbreaking research occurring at this remarkable institute by interviewing Investigators Dr. Steffi Oesterreich and Dr. Adrian Lee, and CEO Michael Annichine regarding their work there. Episode Highlights: -The importan...
Jan 30, 2020•43 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! We discuss cold caps as a tool for perserving your hair during chemotherapy. Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=23671754 Summary: Caitlyn Edmonds discusses her experience with chemotherapy and radiation along with the use of cold caps during her cancer treatment. She also talks about how she has stayed involved in the cancer community post-cancer treatment. She discusses all of the support that she received during her treatment and the steps she too...
Jan 16, 2020•35 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! Egg Retrieval at 6am. 1st Chemo at 11am | Interview with Caitlin Edmonds, TNBC In this episode of Breast Cancer Conversations, Caitlin Edmunds discusses her cancer diagnosis and the various challenges she had to overcome. She talks about getting a second opinion on her diagnosis, her experience with egg retrieval, and her chemotherapy treatment. Lastly, she discusses her genetic testing results. Topics: 3:26 Caitlin’s initial diagnosis 17:00 Getting a second opi...
Jan 13, 2020•39 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! Understanding the Complexities of Genetic Testing. An Interview with Genetics Counselor, Fatima Amir, M.S., LGC. Summary: The SBC team discusses the implications of genetic testing with Genetic Counselor Fatima Amir. The team and Fatima discuss the BRCA 1 and 2 genes, the statistics of breast cancer, and the various types of genetic testing. In addition, Fatima highlights the importance of strong communication with one’s family and how family history may or may ...
Jan 06, 2020•1 hr 14 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! Radical Mastectomy & Going Flat | Interview with Alicia Duncan (Part II) by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Summary: In this episode, the surviving breast cancer team discusses Alicia’s struggle with her stage III breast cancer diagnosis and the loss of her breasts. The team highlights how a fast cancer diagnosis can take a toll on one’s mental health along with the PTSD that may come in the aftermath of being cured of cancer. Lastly, Alicia explains her tattoos a...
Dec 23, 2019•40 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! Diagnosed with Stage III at 27 & Thriving 8 years later | Interview with Alicia Duncan by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Summary: The Surviving Breast Cancer team and Alicia and Angela Duncan share stories from their cancer diagnosis and treatment. The team discusses Angela’s involvement with Hip Hemp LLC and the creation of vaginal pearls to combat against vaginal dryness. In addition, Alicia shares the raw details of her emotions during her treatment and how sh...
Dec 08, 2019•59 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! Dr. Monique Gary | We deserve to be kind to ourselves. This is how. by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Summary: Laura and Dr. Monique Gary discuss the challenges that women face in the aftermath of their cancer diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Gary highlights vaginal dryness and how to take steps to ease into intimacy again. In addition, Laura and Dr. Gary discuss how women can feel empowered and how their doctors can support them on their journey to empowerment. Topics: ...
Nov 17, 2019•52 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! In today's podcast Breast Cancer Conversations, we speak with breast cancer thriver, Kandace McMenomy from Laguna Beach, CA. It is such a pleasure speaking with Kandace. She is full of positivity, experiences, and a great outlook on life. As a marathon runner, she never imaged that she would be diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 30. 5 years later, it had metastasized throughout her body. She still runs, appreciates every day, and is responding well to he...
Nov 17, 2019•1 hr 25 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! Dr. Amy Comander | Lifestyle Medicine and Breast Cancer by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Summary: In this episode, Laura and Dr. Amy Comander, the director of breast oncology and cancer survivorship at MGH Waltham and Newton Wellesley hospital discuss the topic of lifestyle medicine and how to holistically remain healthy during and after cancer treatment. They discuss the flexibility of a patient’s treatment and how doctors often alter plans slightly during the trea...
Nov 03, 2019•59 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! Life Coaching after Breast Cancer with Andrea Magni and Laura Dubois by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Summary: In this episode, Laura and the surviving breast cancer team discuss career coaching with Andrea Magni and Laura Dubois, two breast cancer survivors who chose to begin career coaching after their cancer diagnosis and treatment. Both individuals express how they felt off track after their breast cancer diagnosis and treatment, but found their calling again th...
Oct 27, 2019•1 hr 9 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! Molecular Breast Imaging with Dr. Ha and Breast Cancer Thriver Leslie Yerger by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Summary: In this episode, Laura discusses molecular breast imaging (MBI) with Dr. Ha and breast cancer survivor Leslie Yerger. Dr. Ha explains the various options for breast cancer imaging along with the pros of using MBIs versus other forms of imaging. In addition, Laura, Dr. Ha, and Leslie discuss the lack of education around MBIs and how patients should a...
Oct 14, 2019•1 hr 10 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! What You Need To Know About Tumor Preservation, with Michel Sadaka. by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Summary: In this episode, Laura and the surviving breast cancer team discuss tumor preservation with Michel Sadaka, the founder of Store My Tumor. Sadaka explains what exactly immunotherapy is and also goes into detail about what happens behind the scenes at Store My Tumor and how scientists will analyze an individual’s tumor and come up with a personalized treatment...
Oct 06, 2019•50 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! Emily Garnett & Laura Carfang; When Two Breast Cancer Podcasters Finally Connect by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Summary: In this episode, Laura and Emily interview each other about their respective podcasts and organizations. They each explain what inspired them to create these organizations, their diagnosis, and many of the struggles they have been through. Emily provides insight into how to tell your children about your breast cancer diagnosis and how to pro...
Oct 01, 2019•1 hr 14 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! (Updated) I'm a Triathlete I think It's a Stress Fracture; No, It's Stage IV Breast Cancer: Interview with Deb Williams by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Summary: In today’s episode, Deb discusses her unique cancer diagnosis with Laura. They talk about her hospital experience, the experience of being under anesthesia, laxatives, and Deb’s lifestyle. Deb’s contagious energy radiates throughout the episode and can be used to inspire listeners. Topics: 4:10 Deb’s Introd...
Sep 23, 2019•57 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! It's In My Blood, Now That's Humor, with Blogger Jeff Neurman by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Summary: In this episode, Laura discusses finding the humor in a cancer diagnosis with Jeff Neurman, a lawyer who decided to blog about his experience with cancer. Jeff explains his diagnosis, the various chemo drugs he was on, why he decided to begin blogging, and how oncologists discuss cancer diagnoses with patients. Laura and Jeff exchange stories and connect with each...
Sep 23, 2019•1 hr 17 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! The New Normal & Intimacy After Cancer - With Dr. Bullis by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Summary: In this episode, Laura and the surviving breast cancer team talk to Dr. Bullis about how to psychologically deal with a breast cancer diagnosis, treatment, and the uncertainty of recurrence after treatment. Dr. Bullis discusses how to assess how much information should be given to patients and when to begin discussing how to manage stress with patients. He also exp...
Sep 18, 2019•1 hr 54 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! Triple Negative Breast Cancer: Interview with Chien-Chi Huang, Founder of Asian Women for Health by SurvivingBreastCancer.org. Summary: In this episode, Laura and the surviving breast cancer team discuss the prevalence of breast cancer in Asian women with Chien-Chi Huang, a triple-negative breast cancer survivor herself. Huang is the founder of Asian Women for Health, a non-profit organization committed to providing Asian Women with community and resources durin...
Sep 16, 2019•53 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! Why I Stopped Taking Tamoxifen and Go all Natural | With Lauren Neuburger by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Summary: In this episode, Laura discusses how to take a holistic approach and go natural after cancer treatment with Lauren Neuburger. Neuburger explains how to balance your hormones naturally in order to treat some of the long term effects of breast cancer treatment. Some ways include drinking sage tea or going in for acupuncture treatments. Topics: 2:44 Intro...
Sep 09, 2019•1 hr 1 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! I'm a Triathlete I think It's a Stress Fracture; No, It's Stage IV Breast Cancer: Interview with Deb Williams by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Support the show
Sep 02, 2019•57 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! Relay for Life: Cancer Conversations by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Summary: In this episode, Laura and the surviving breast cancer team speak to breast cancer survivors and caregivers at the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life fundraising event in Portland, Oregon. Individuals discuss their cancer diagnosis, their hardships, how they discussed their diagnosis with their family members, and how to stay positive during cancer treatment. Topics: 1:58 Cassie Mar...
Aug 20, 2019•42 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! What is Triple Negative Breast Cancer? TNBC Thriver Kelly Thomas by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Summary: In this episode, Laura discusses stage 3C triple-negative breast cancer with Kelly Thomas, another breast cancer survivor. Laura and Kelly talk about difficult topics such as the drugs they were prescribed during and after their treatment, lymphedema, and making sure you have a great medical team to take care of you. Topics: 2:09 Introductions 9:35 Experiences ...
Aug 06, 2019•57 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! I Want My Life Back: Coffee Chat with Jill and Mandy by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Summary: Laura discusses the challenges during and after a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment with Jill and Mandy, two breast cancer survivors. They talk about hard topics such as nutrition, losing weight, and explaining a cancer diagnosis to your children. Topics: 1:42 Breast cancer diagnosis 11:55 Nutrition and losing weight 26:51 Discussing a cancer diagnosis with your childr...
Jul 31, 2019•33 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! The Art of Healing with Dr. Carole Weaver by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Support the show
Jul 23, 2019•1 hr
Love the episode? Send us a text! On Empathy & to Withhold Judgement, with Kristie Konsoer by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Support the show
Jul 14, 2019•24 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! Diagnosed at 27, BRCA+ : An Interview with Krystle Hensley. by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Support the show
Jul 01, 2019•59 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! Stage V Breast Cancer. Living on My Own Terms with Kristie Konsoer by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Support the show
Jun 16, 2019•47 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! Compassionate Boundaries w/ Lifestyle Medicine, Reiki Practitioner & Culinary Coach Janine Gilarde. by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Support the show
Jun 09, 2019•1 hr 6 min
Love the episode? Send us a text! Doing Your Due Diligence; A Roadmap to Breast Cancer Screenings with Dr. Phillips, MD. by SurvivingBreastCancer.org Support the show
Jun 02, 2019•1 hr 13 min
