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From Surgery to Survivorship, Dr. Deepa Halaharvi discuss cancer topics that affect breast cancer patient and survivors. They provide clarity on a cancer diagnosis and provide insight into the struggles of survivorship. Their goal is to provide a supportive and informative platform for breast cancer survivors. This podcast offers insights and resources that will help survivors navigate the challenges of post-treatment survivorship.
This podcast does not intended for medical advice. Please consult with your doctor if you have any questions regarding your diagnosis.
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🎀 New Episode Alert! October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — and it’s time to separate myth from medicine. From mammograms to lifestyle choices, let’s break down what’s true, what’s not, and what every woman (and man) needs to know to protect their health. 🎧 Listen to The Breast Cancer Podcast: “Behind the Myths: What Science Really Says About Breast Cancer”— streaming now wherever you get your podcasts. #TheBreastCancerPodcast #BreastCancerAwareness #MythBusting #Survivorship #EducationI...
🎗 September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month 🎗 Did you know breast and ovarian cancers can be connected? In this powerful episode of The Breast Cancer Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Kelli Rath, a leading Gynecologic Oncologist, to talk about: 💡 How breast and ovarian cancer risks overlap 🧬 The importance of BRCA and Lynch genetic testing 🩺 Screening & prevention strategies for high-risk women 🌸 Long-term care for survivors This conversation is packed with life-saving insights — for survi...
Joining me is Dr. Kelli Rath, a gynecologic oncologist, and together we’ll explore the global landscape of women’s cancers—from cervical and ovarian to breast. We’ll talk disparities, prevention, HPV, and how geography still too often predicts survival. 1. What is the Cancer Atlas and why is it important for women’s health? 2. The Cancer Atlas shows that nearly half of all cancer deaths are linked to preventable factors. 3. What are the most concerning modifiable risk factors for women’...
Rib-sparing DIEP flap refers to a technique used during Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator (DIEP) flap breast reconstruction surgery where the surgeon preserves the rib and surrounding muscle when accessing the blood vessels that supply the flap. Quick Breakdown: • DIEP Flap Reconstruction: • Uses skin and fat from the lower abdomen to create a new breast after mastectomy. •...
🎧 this episode of The Breast Cancer Podcast, Dr. Mark Cripe and I explore what science tells us about reducing the risk of breast cancer—and what that means for you. From nutrition, social connections and physical activity to alcohol use, sleep, early morning sunlight and early detection, we break down practical, evidence-based steps that can help you feel more empowered in your breast health journey. Whether you’re a survivor, a previvor, or simply seeking clarity, this conversation is a rem...
On this Mother's dray, we honor the heart of every mother — the love she gives, the sacrifices she makes, and the quiet strength she carries every single day. But today, we also pause to ask: how can mothers take care of themselves? How can faith and medicine guide them to nurture not just others, but their own beautiful, essential selves? Whether you are a mother, lost a mother, hope to be one, or are simply someone who has been touched by the love of a mother, this episode is ...
Please join myself and Dr. Tiwari as we discuss "How to get optimized for breast surgery" with Dr. Knackstedt, who is a plastic surgeon as well as a functional medicine specialist. 1. What does it mean to be truly “optimized” for breast surgery—both physically and emotionally? 2. What are some of the most important things patients can do in the weeks leading up to surgery to support healing and recovery? 3. How does nutrition play a role in surgical recovery, and are there specific suppleme...
Welcome to cutting-edge approach to Breast Reconstruction: "The Nerve Sparing DIEP flap" A "Nerve sparing DIEP flap" refers to a surgical technique used in breast reconstruction where the surgeon carefully dissects and preserves the nerves that supply the rectus abdominis muscle when harvesting tissue from the lower abdomen using the deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flap, minimizing potential complications like abdominal weakness or bulging at the donor site by avoiding damage to th...
In this episode, Dr. Mark Cripe and I are joined by Dr. Kevin Hughes, the Director of Cancer Genetics at the Hollings Cancer Center and the McKoy Rose, Jr., M.D. Endowed Chair in Surgical Oncology in the College of Medicine at MUSC. Dr Hughes is recognized nationally and internationally for his expertise in breast cancer, breast disease management, genetic testing and the identification and management of patients with hereditary breast cancer risk. His research focuses on developing too...
Please join Dr. Walton Taylor, Elaine Fielding from Impedimed and Mary Rose Gill, RN as we discuss: What is lymphedema? How does SOZO help with early detection of lymphedema? What do the L-Dex scores mean? What are the risk factors for developing lymphedema? What are some ways to minimize lymphedema? Dr. Walton Taylor is a general surgeon specializing in the care of patients with breast cancer and melanoma. Dr. Taylor is a former President of the American Society of Breast S...
Please join Amy Durtschi, psychotherapist in Columbus, Ohio who discusses mental health during holidays, particularly with new cancer diagnosis, going through cancer treatment and someone suffering loss of a family or a friend. This podcast is filled with lot of good tips and Amy gives you a toolbox on how to navigate this difficult season. You can find her at "Enliven Health and Wellness. www.enlivenhealthandwellness.com Ph: 614-940-4868 Stay Connected with Dr. Deepa Halaharvi: TikTok: @b...
Pathologists are our daily unsung heroes who work secretly behind the scenes – they are also called- “Doctors doctor”. Your treatment regimen is based on your pathology results. I am so honored to interview, an incredible pathologist in Columbus, OH, Dr. Syed Mohsin. He answers the following questions. What does a breast pathologist do?Why does it take a couple of days to get the pathology results?How can you tell a difference between cancer and benign under microscope?What is cancer a...
Dr. Shabana Dewani is board certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology, and Internal Medicine—and a joy to listen to! She breaks down the oncology process and important factors when deciding treatment. You'll be able to hear her passion for helping others ensuring they get the best treatment possible. Please listen to this episode as we discuss “Pregnancy and Breast cancer”. We talk about the definition of pregnancy associated breast cancer. How it is diagnosed and treated? ...
Dr. Shabana Dewani is board certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology, and Internal Medicine—and a joy to listen to! She breaks down the oncology process and important factors when deciding treatment. You'll be able to hear her passion for helping others ensuring they get the best treatment possible. -2800 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer and 530 men will die from breast cancer in 2024. -Male breast cancer is on the rise. -What are the risk factors for male breast c...
Dr. Shabana Dewani is board certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology, and Internal Medicine—and a joy to listen to! She breaks down the oncology process and important factors when deciding treatment. You'll be able to hear her passion for helping others ensuring they get the best treatment possible. As more women delay childbearing to their late 30s and early 40s, many young breast cancer survivors are concerned about preserving their future fertility. If you are a premeno...
Breast- Plastic Surgery Educational Series- 3 Dr. Tiwari of Midwest Breast and Aesthetic Surgery has teamed up with Breast Cancer Surgeon and Breast Cancer Survivor, Dr. Deepa Halaharvi to bring you this new educational series. In this episode, we discuss nipple sparing mastectomy and reconstruction. -Find out who are the ideal candidates -Learn about Nipple delay procedure -Learn about the risks and benefits of each procedure Connect with Midwest Breast on Instagram: Instagram: Instagram...
Please join me and Dr. Tiwari as we talk with Dr. Karishma Kirti, who is an Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon in Mumbai, India. She discusses breast cancer incidence, diagnosis treatment in rural and urban India. She is a phenomenal breast surgeon who is spreading awareness on screening, diagnosis, and treatment of breast cancer. She uses social media to educate the community. This is an incredible episode that you don’t want to miss. Instagram: @DrKarishmaKirti https://www.drkarishmakirti.com/ S...
In this episode Dr. Tiwari and I talk with Physical Therapist, Jodi Diestler from ReVital Cancer Rehab to learn how prehab and rehab can help a patient through oncology treatment. We discuss: They discuss: •Prehab before breast cancer surgery •Cancer rehab after breast cancer diagnosis •Limitations after breast reconstruction •Lymphedema, fatigue, exercise and more. Learn more about Revital Cancer Rehab or to find a location near you, click here. I...
Two are better than one Breast surgeons: This is a model where two breast surgeons (myself and Dr. Mark Cripe) collaborate and operate together to perform double mastectomies. Over the last several years, Dr. Mark Cripe and I performed several double mastectomies together. We are both fellowship trained breast surgeons and we train residents and breast surgery fellow (who is already a general surgeon but getting another additional year of training to become a fellowship trained breast surgeo...
Join me in a conversation with Breast cancer survivor and an author, Jennifer Skinnell and her Breast Surgeon, Dr. Mark Cripe about how she navigated her diagnosis and how she used her intuition to help guide her journey. Her life is also unique in a sense she lives in an RV. She is very inspirational for anyone who is recently diagnosed with cancer, or is in the middle of their journey. Don’t Wait provides a personal account of Jennifer’s diagnosis of breast cancer and her medical decision-...
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