By Dr. Deepa Halaharvi
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 stru
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The podcast currently has 46 episodes available.
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 surgeon).
We perform a variety of surgeries together for women who opt surgery for both breasts:
Total/simple mastectomies without reconstruction
Skin sparing mastectomies with reconstruction
Nipple sparing mastectomies with reconstruction
Sensation preserving mastectomies with reconstruction,
Goldilocks mastectomies,
Mastectomies with aesthetic flat closure
Mastectomies with VY- advancement flap
This model has several advantages:
Expertise, skill sharing, efficiency, increased patient confidence and comprehensive care
Overall, the "Two are better than One" approach in breast surgery is a thoughtful strategy aimed at providing high-quality, specialized care to women undergoing double mastectomies and reconstruction.
Stay Connected with Dr. Deepa Halaharvi:
TikTok: @breastdoctor
Instagram: @drdhalaharvi
TBCP Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
Website: https://drdeepahalaharvi.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deepahalaharvi5917
Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
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-making, all while living in an RV and staying focused on their travel plans. Jennifer takes the reader on this journey, expressing the emotions and feelings that many face during cancer but may not realize these are normal feelings during an abnormal time. She also emphasizes how important doctor-patient communication was when choosing her treatment plan, and also how important after-surgery care was during recovery to achieve a successful outcome. I highly recommend this book and don't wait- please go out and get it. The link is attached below.
Don't Wait: Our Full-Time RV Journey Through Breast Cancer
Instagram: @jenniferskinnellauthor
Instagram: @theramblingquilter
Website: jenniferskinnell.com
Website: theramblingquilter.com
Stay Connected with Dr. Deepa Halaharvi:
TikTok: @breastdoctor
Instagram: @drdhalaharvi
TBCP Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
Website: https://drdeepahalaharvi.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deepahalaharvi5917
Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
In honor of "PRIDE" month, please join me for a conversation with Dr. Lucy Bucher- she is a passionate OB/GYN and has been a fierce advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community.
We talk about breast cancer and its impact in the LGBTQIA+ community.
Risk factors
Causes of disparities in care and how we can mitigate them
Breast Cancer symptoms
Breast cancer screening in:
How to remove barriers to screenings and be your own advocate?
You don't want to miss this amazing episode.
Stay Connected with Dr. Deepa Halaharvi:
TikTok: @breastdoctor
Instagram: @drdhalaharvi
TBCP Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
Website: https://drdeepahalaharvi.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deepahalaharvi5917
Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
National Women’s Health week is celebrated each year, beginning on Mother’s Day, to encourage women and girls to make their health a priority. The theme for this year is, “Women’s Health, Whole Health: Prevention, Care and Wellbeing.”
Please welcome, Dr. Anita Somani, she is a highly respected healthcare professional, currently works as an OBGYN as well as, she is currently serving her first term as State Representative for Ohio’s 11th House District, which includes the cities of Dublin and Hilliard in Ohio.
She is very passionate about Women’s Health and issues. She educates OBGYN residents and she is rated as a top OBGYN in Columbus, Ohio.
We talked about screenings in:
-Breast Cancer
-Cervical Cancer
-Ovarian Cancer
-Lung Cancer
-Colorectal cancer
-Skin Cancer
-Hormones and Breast cancer
-Genetic testing and criteri
Stay Connected with Dr. Deepa Halaharvi:
TikTok: @breastdoctor
Instagram: @drdhalaharvi
TBCP Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
Website: https://drdeepahalaharvi.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deepahalaharvi5917
Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
It is my honor to welcome, Dr. Jovita Oruwari, MD FACS. She is a superstar Breast Surgeon, Wife, Mom and an Author.
She is also a fellowship, trained breast surgeon from Women and Infants hospital of Rhode Island – Brown University, currently practicing in St. Louis. She has been voted as one of St. Louis top docs by her peers every year from 2007 to present she was selected for excellence in healthcare award by St. Louis American newspaper. She’s very involved in the community outreach and education by giving breast cancer presentations to churches and community groups. She’s very passionate about breast diseases, especially breast cancer as it affects young woman in African-American woman.
It was an honor to meet her in person at "American Society of Breast Surgeons Conference" in Orlando in April 2024. We discuss few updates from this conference.
You can connect with Dr. Oruwari :
Instagram:drjovita_0.md
Website-drjovitaoruwari.com
Stay Connected with Dr. Deepa Halaharvi:
TikTok: @breastdoctor
Instagram: @drdhalaharvi
TBCP Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
Website: https://drdeepahalaharvi.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deepahalaharvi5917
Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
Your survivorship starts the day of your diagnosis. Being told you have cancer is life altering experience. In 2024, over 300,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Methods of breast cancer treatments could include chemotherapy, surgical removal of the ovaries, anti-estrogen therapy, and radiotherapy.
Body Image is:
•How you see or picture yourself.
•How you feel others perceive you.
•What you believe about your physical appearance.
•How you feel about your body.
•How you feel in your body.
Join us for this episode on body image as we discuss triggers and tips on how to deal with body image issue after breast cancer diagnosis.
I want to welcome, Jodi Gibbs, PA-C, MPAS, BSW. She has been a Physician Assistant in Columbus, Ohio for 22 years and has been an incredible asset in taking care of Men and Women diagnosed with Breast cancer for the past 15 years. She has wealth of knowledge and offers great tips on how to manage, "Body Image".
You can find her at "Enliven Health and Wellness.
www.enlivenhealthandwellness.com
Ph: 614-940-4868
Stay Connected with Dr. Deepa Halaharvi:
TikTok: @breastdoctor
Instagram: @drdhalaharvi
TBCP Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
Website: https://drdeepahalaharvi.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deepahalaharvi5917
Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
Breast- Plastic Surgery Educational Series- 2
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 dive into the intricacies of dealing with breast cancer topics like:
•Early detection through mammography
•Understanding dense breasts
•The various stages and types of breast cancer and the impact of family history.
• When to ask your Doctor for "Breast Cancer Risk Assessment". We discuss actress, Olivia Munn's breast cancer diagnosis from her high risk screening.
•Insight into the treatment options including types of breast surgery and reconstruction, and the importance of "Breast- Plastic Surgery" team and how well they work behind the scenes as well as during surgery.
We talk about what to expect when you see a breast surgeon and what to expect when you see a plastic surgeon?
The conversation also touches on patient experiences, emphasizing the importance of self-care, and the psychological aspects of facing a cancer diagnosis.
We also talk about, Princess Kate Middleton's announcement of cancer diagnosis and take home messages for people diagnosed with new cancer.
Connect with Midwest Breast on Instagram: Instagram:
Instagram: @MWBreast
Stay Connected with Dr. Deepa Halaharvi:
TikTok: @breastdoctor
Instagram: @drdhalaharvi
TBCP Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
Website: https://drdeepahalaharvi.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deepahalaharvi5917
Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
Your survivorship starts the day of your diagnosis. Being told you have cancer is life altering experience. In 2024, over 300,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Methods of breast cancer treatments could include chemotherapy, surgical removal of the ovaries, anti-estrogen therapy, and radiotherapy. This can induce menopause in women who are not yet menopausal. “Induced menopause” can cause intense menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, sleep disturbance, urinary tract problems, painful intercourse, and bone loss.
Today, we will tackle, "Hot Flashes". Most breast cancers are sensitive to the hormone estrogen, so systemic hormone therapy (hormone treatment that circulates through the bloodstream) is not an option. Here are some triggers and strategies on how to deal with hot-flashes associated with breast cancer.
I want to welcome, Jodi Gibbs, PA-C, MPAS, BSW. She has been a Physician Assistant in Columbus, Ohio for 22 years and has been an incredible asset in taking care of Men and Women diagnosed with Breast cancer for the past 15 years. She has wealth of knowledge and offers great tips on how to manage, "Hot Flashes".
You can find her at "Enliven Health and Wellness.
www.enlivenhealthandwellness.com
Ph: 614-940-4868
Stay Connected with Dr. Deepa Halaharvi:
TikTok: @breastdoctor
Instagram: @drdhalaharvi
TBCP Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
Website: https://drdeepahalaharvi.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deepahalaharvi5917
Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
Introducing Breast-Plastic Surgery Education- series 1
Dr. Tiwari of Midwest Breast has teamed up with breast cancer surgeon Dr. Deepa Halaharvi to bring you a NEW educational series: The Breast & Plastic Education Series!
Join us as we discuss all topics pertaining to breast and plastic surgery. We will discuss different type of breast and reconstruction surgeries, give you tips on what to expect with your surgery. We will also discuss preoperative preparation as well as postoperative care and answer the most commonly asked questions.
Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
Happy New Year, 2024.
I have re-introduced myself and the reasons for why I want to keep working on this podcast.
Your survivorship starts the day of your diagnosis. Being told you have cancer is life altering experience. Though, you may have completed surgery, chemotherapy and radiation, you may have lingering side-effects that continue for sometime.
This is the first episode of the series, "Finding your New Normal"- "Fear of recurrence". I will talk about the triggers, when you should seek help and strategies to tackle it. After listening to this episode, I hope you will feel empowered to take some control back.
"How do you deal with fear of recurrence?"
Stay Connected with Dr. Deepa Halaharvi:
TikTok: @breastdoctor
Instagram: @drdhalaharvi
TBCP Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
Website: https://drdeepahalaharvi.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deepahalaharvi5917
Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast
The podcast currently has 46 episodes available.