Navigating Breast Cancer for the Newly Diagnosed Patient – MedInsights Unleashed
MedInsights Unleashed posted on LinkedIn:
“New Episode Alert! Navigating Breast Cancer for the Newly Diagnosed Patient
Hi MedInsights Unleashed Community!
We invite you to listen to our latest episode featuring Dr. Christine Simmons, MD, Associate Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia (UBC). Dr. Simmons, a specialist in breast cancer and sarcoma, shares her invaluable expertise in ‘Navigating Breast Cancer in the Newly Diagnosed Patient.’ This episode provides essential insights into breast cancer care and highlights critical aspects of diagnosis and prevention.
Key Takeaways from Our Latest Podcast Episode:
Preventive Mastectomy:
Reduces breast cancer risk from 60% to about 2%.
Low-Dose Tamoxifen: Halves the risk, as shown in the Baby Tam study.
General Preventive Measures: Regular exercise, limiting alcohol, and maintaining a healthy diet benefit everyone.
Navigating the Diagnostic Process and Understanding Biomarkers:
Diagnostic Pathway: A concise and thorough process from initial screening to biopsy is critical. Biomarkers: Indicators like estrogen receptors, progesterone receptors, and HER2 proteins help tailor treatments.
Genetic Predisposition and Testing:
BRCA1 and BRCA2 Genes: Essential for assessing inherited breast cancer risk.
Genetic Testing: Vital for identifying risks and managing care for high-risk individuals and their families.
Upcoming Episode:
Dr. Christine Simmons will return to discuss patients diagnosed with Triple-Negative Breast Cancer.
Please share! This episode is essential for healthcare professionals, researchers, patients, and anyone dedicated to advancing cancer treatment and care.
Reminder: The content of our podcast is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider for personal medical guidance.
Thank you for your continued support,
John J Collins MBA, and Zahra Ramji, BSN.“
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