Dr. Tamara Beckford Show

From Surgeon to Survivor: A Doctor’s Battle with Ovarian Cancer


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What happens when the doctor becomes the patient? 💔


In this heart-touching interview, Dr. Mitra Ayazifar, – a thriving eye surgeon and mother – opens up about her battle with ovarian cancer, from the terrifying first symptoms to building her own medical practice.


Dr. Mitra, is a board-certified ophthalmologist and eye surgeon. She earned her M.D. from George Washington University in 1997 after completing her undergraduate studies at UC Berkeley. Her residency in ophthalmology was completed at Brown Medical School, where she later served as Clinical Assistant Professor and managed key services at Rhode Island Hospital and the VA Medical Center. She is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and Sacramento Women of Optometry.


Her journey as a cancer survivor, warrior mom, and medical leader is packed with resilience, wisdom, and inspiration.

Whether you're fighting your own battle or supporting a loved one, this story will move you and motivate you.


🎯 Learn the subtle ovarian cancer symptoms you shouldn’t ignore

🌟 See how Dr. Micra turned pain into purpose

🏥 Hear how she built Capital Eye Medical Group after surviving cancer

📍Find her at: www.capeyemed.com




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