Breast Cancer Conversations

196. The Power of Circulating Tumor DNA (CT DNA) and Genetic Testing in Breast Cancer Treatment Decisions with Natera’s Janie Fielder.


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In this episode of Breast Cancer Conversations, Laura Carfang, founder of SurvivingBreastCancer.org, speaks with Janie Fielder a medical science liaison at Natera. The conversation centers around Signatera as well as genetic testing and the tools available for breast cancer patients to make informed decisions about their diagnosis and treatment plans. Fielder, previously a practicing nurse practitioner, manages a team of MSLs at Natera. The episode sheds light on the outstanding opportunities available to patients through Signatera, and the importance of informed decision-making in the breast cancer treatment process.

Topics Covered Include:

[00:02:21] Personalized cancer test.
[00:04:30] Circulating tumor DNA.
[00:09:08] Signatera’s effectiveness in detecting CT DNA.
[00:11:50] Biomarkers in breast cancer.
[00:16:09] High-risk breast cancer.
[00:19:50] Genetic mutations and breast cancer.
[00:23:46] Genetic testing and breast cancer.
[00:30:23] Medicare coverage for Signatera.
[00:31:24] Breast Cancer Molecular Residual Disease.

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About SurvivingBreastCancer.org. 

Survivingbreastcancer.org (SBC) was created in 2017 to help fill the gaps in breast cancer support, education, and resources. It was founded by Laura Carfang,  who was recently diagnosed at that time in her early 30’s.  Since 2017, SBC has grown exponentially, serving members in the global breast cancer community.  Over these past few years, the SBC website has been visited by community members (over 1,000,000 page views) across 120+ plus countries, and Laura’s podcast, Breast Cancer Conversations has been listened to in over 80 countries. 

Leveraging technology and breaking down barriers to access and information, SBC puts the patient first, educating, encouraging and inspiring advocacy.  Community members are encouraged to participate in the various free programming, events and services and are all invited to contribute to resolving the growing needs of this population. 

Website:
https://www.survivingbreastcancer.org/

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