We welcome back our good friend and oncology dietitian, Alison Tierney!  Shortly after airing her episode in March 2022, Alison received devastating news that changed her life.  In this episode, Alison shares personal details of her own cancer diagnosis and how it has impacted her life and business.  She opens up about having "imposter syndrome", receiving her cancer diagnosis while trying helping others reduce their risk of cancer and recurrence.    Alison shares how her perspective on how life has changed and the lessons she has learned.  She will leave you feeling inspired and empowered to take control of your life through the highs and lows. 


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A breast cancer diagnosis can impact fertility and family planning.  Today we're speaking with Dr. Famuyiwa (aka Dr. Yemi) as she breaks down options available for young women faced with a breast cancer diagnosis.

As each patient is different, please discuss all treatment options with your doctor.

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Did you know PREhab is an option before going into surgery or starting treatment?  In this episode we 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:

• What is prehab?
• How can it help?
• What you can do for cancer related-fatigue.
• Why you shouldn't settle with issues you're facing.
• If it's covered by insurance and more!

Learn more about Revital Cancer Rehab or to find a location near you, click here. 

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Pastor Jennifer Jackson offers us ways to find joy through challenging times.  She provides us her learnings as she went through her own breast cancer diagnosis.  She strives to help women through life, whether it's a book, her own radio show, or by mentoring them.  She loves to make new friends from a multitude of backgrounds and hear their stories.  We think you'll be uplifted by our discussion with Jennifer and how to find joy during dark times.

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Learn more about Goldilocks Mastectomies from Dr. Cripe and Dr. Halaharvi.  Find out what it is, who is a candidate, benefits and risks, as well as the patient experience.   

Dr. Mark Cripe and Dr. Deepa Halaharvi are breast surgeons in Columbus, Ohio who often work as a team to provide the best patient outcomes. 

Watch the full episode on YouTube.

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Aesthetic Flat Closure is an option for all cancer patients and previvors.  Listen in as Dr. Halaharvi and Dr. Cripe talk about this option and why aesthetic flat closure is more that just cutting out the cancer.

You can watch the full episode on YouTube.

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We're kicking off a three part series on mastectomies.  Why?  Well the breast cancer world is constantly changing and more options may be available to consider.  Plus, mastectomies aren't what they used to be!  Listen in as Dr.'s Mark Cripe and Deepa Halaharvi discuss the different types of mastectomies, including skin-sparing mastectomy, sensation preserving mastectomy, aesthetic flat closure, and goldilocks mastectomy.

You can also watch the episode on YouTube.

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Meet Chrissy, a Registered Nurse turned nipple tattoo artist, who is a nipple tattoo expert leading the industry.  Listen in as we discuss:

• How to find a reputable and experienced tattoo artist 
• What to expect at an appointment
• Insurance coverage
• Aftercare instructions
• Unilateral vs bilateral mastectomy
• Cost of areola tattoos
• Planning for a nipple sparing mastectomy
• 3D vs. 4D tattoos

Links discussed in the episode:
Living Story Tattoo
The Nipple Fairy
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AiRS Foundation

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Meet Kendra, a two-time breast cancer survivor.  We discuss Kendra's recurrence and ways she empowered herself and the community to take back their power.  She also shares her story of failed reconstruction, going flat, and how she managed her body image.   We're confident you'll feel inspired hearing her story.

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Cancer can change  you in so many ways.  What's considered "normal" after cancer?  Dr. Kellogg-Spadt is a nationally recognized expert in pelvic and vulvar pain and sexual dysfunction. Patients come from Philadelphia, the Tri-state area and from across the United States for her expertise at the Center for Pelvic Medicine.

Dr. Kellogg-Spadt performs direct patient care and consultative services as a vulvar specialist, sexual dysfunction clinician and therapist. 

Be sure to always check with your doctor before trying any new product mentioned on the podcast.

Links:
Good Clean Love
Slippery Stuff
Coconut oil
Extra virgin coconut oil
Almond oil
UberLube

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