Dr. Jenn Simmons, a trailblazing breast surgeon turned integrative oncologist, takes us on her incredible journey from conventional medicine to functional medicine after facing her own cancer diagnosis. In this empowering conversation, Dr. Jenn pulls back the curtain on the limitations of traditional healthcare, the influence of Big Pharma, and why a holistic approach is key to true healing.

Dr. Jenn dives into the flaws of conventional breast cancer screening—like mammograms—and introduces revolutionary alternatives, including the cutting-edge ARIA test and the advanced QT imaging technology that prioritize safety and comfort. She’s on a mission to transform screening into a positive, empowering experience for women. Expect bold insights on why self-examination, patient empowerment, and personalized health strategies, like nutrigenomics, are game-changers for reclaiming your well-being.

From navigating hormonal changes to debunking myths about thermography, underwire bras, and controversial treatments, Dr. Jenn tackles it all with clarity and passion. This episode is a rallying cry for a new era in women’s health—one that champions informed choices, innovative solutions, and individualized care. Tune in to discover how Dr. Jenn is empowering women to take control of their health and rewrite their wellness story!

Key Takeaways:

• ​Why conventional medicine falls short and how functional medicine can transform health
• ​The truth about mammograms and the future of non-invasive breast cancer screening
• ​How personalized strategies like nutrigenomics empower better health outcomes
• ​Hormonal health and debunking common myths
• ​The risks of birth control pills and the need for better support in women’s healthcare

More about Dr. Jenn:

Dr. Jenn Simmons, a breast surgeon, integrative oncologist, three-time author, podcast host, and founder of PerfeQTion Imaging, began her career as Philadelphia’s first fellowship-trained breast surgeon, serving as the city’s top breast surgeon for 17 years. After discovering functional medicine through her own health challenges, she left traditional medicine in 2019 to establish Real Health MD, focusing on helping women heal during their breast cancer journey.

Dedicated to transforming breast cancer care, Dr. Jenn empowers women to take charge of their health through her weekly podcast, Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn, the Breast Cancer Breakthroughs Summit, and her books, The Smart Woman’s Guide to Breast Cancer and Recipes for Real Health.

She is also launching PerfeQTion Imaging centers nationwide, offering QT Imaging—a pain-free, radiation-free, FDA-approved technology that uses sound waves for high-resolution 3D breast imaging, revolutionizing breast cancer screening with 40x the resolution of MRI.⁠

• ​Dr. Jenn Simmons’ Website | RealHealthMD.com
• ​PerfeQTion Imaging Website
• ​Dr. Jenn Simmons’ Podcast | Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn
• ​Dr. Jenn Simmons’ Book | The Smart Woman’s Guide to Breast Cancer
• ​Dr. Jenn Simmons on Instagram @DrJennSimmons

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