INTERLUDE: Cancer Stories with Dr. Teplinsky
A podcast that explores the emotional journey of women diagnosed with cancer, focusing on feelings, worries, and fears beyond the physical aspects of treatment. Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky interviews women at various stages of cancer treatment, discussing their experiences and providing a space for open conversation. The goal is to offer support, encouragement, and strength to listeners navigating their own cancer journey.
Episodes
201. Bone Health, Osteoporosis & Calcium: A Conversation with Dr. Adrienne Bitar
Bone health is about much more than avoiding fractures later in life—it’s an essential part of healthy aging, cancer survivorship, and overall wellness. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Adrienne Bitar, co-founder and co-CEO of Seen Nutrition and a lecturer in food studies at Cornell University, to discuss osteoporosis, bone health, and why women’s bone health deserves far more
200. Ebonie Michelle (Patient Advocate, Breast Cancer Survivor, Founder and CEO of Prowl the LAB)
On today’s episode, I’m joined by Ebonie Michelle, a breast cancer survivor, patient advocate, and founder and CEO of Prowl The LAB. Through Prowl The LAB, Ebonie empowers women and couples to reclaim their health and sexuality as they navigate disease, different-ability, and trauma. Her work highlights the connection between health, intimacy, body image, and overall well-being—topics
199. Sarrah Strimel Bentley (Advocate, Speaker, Breast Cancer Survivor and Mom)
In this episode of the Interlude podcast, I sit down with Sarrah Strimel Bentley. Sarrah was a former Broadway performer and yoga instructor when she was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 38 in 2020. She underwent surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and fertility preservation before making the decision to build her family through surrogacy while continuing long-term endocrine therapy. Today
198. Kathy Myers (Long-term breast cancer survivor who found community through dragon boat racing)
In this episode of the Interlude podcast, I speak with Kathy Myers, a long-term breast cancer survivor
whose story takes us from a surprise diagnosis to a powerful, community-centered life after treatment. We recorded this conversation on Kathy’s 67th birthday, which was really meaningful. Kathy was diagnosed back in 2002 when her doctor felt a small breast lump just shortly after a normal m
197. GnRH Agonists (Lupron/Zoladex) for Ovarian Function Suppression in Premenopausal Hormone Receptor Positive Breast Cancer: Monthly vs Every 3 Months?
Ovarian function suppression (OFS) is a key part of treatment for many premenopausal patients with hormone receptor–positive breast cancer, and is combined with tamoxifen or an aromatase inhibitor. OFS can be achieved surgically by removing the ovaries or medically with GnRH agonists such as Lupron or Zoladex.
At the 2026 ASCO Annual Meeting, a meta-analysis of 15 studies by Pedro Reis et al (Abst
196. The Founders of Perky on Restorative Tattooing After Breast Cancer
In this episode of Interlude, Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky speaks with Crystal Yang and Courtney Delgado, Founders of Perky. Perky is a nurse-led restorative tattoo studio specializing in hyper-realistic 3D nipple-areola tattooing and scar camouflage for breast cancer survivors. With more than a decade of experience caring for the breast cancer community, the Perky team focuses on supporting the woman b
195. Dr. Shannon Klingman (OB-GYN, Lobular Breast Cancer Survivor and Advocate and Founder of Lume Deodorant)
In this episode of Interlude, Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky speaks with Dr. Shannon Klingman, an OB-GYN, founder of LUME Whole Body Deodorant, lobular breast cancer survivor, and advocate. Lobular breast cancer is the second most common type of breast cancer—and it’s on the rise. It behaves differently than ductal breast cancer and despite its growing prevalence, has historically received far less resear
194. Dr. Caroline Cook (Breast Cancer Survivor, Emergency Physician, Certified in Lifestyle Medicine and Menopause Care)
In this episode of Interlude, Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky speaks with Dr. Caroline Cook, a 2.5-year triple-positive breast cancer survivor, a board-certified emergency physician, and certified in lifestyle medicine and menopause care. At 37, her own breast cancer diagnosis turned her life upside down — like it does for so many young women. After a very emotional setback at diagnosis, she began focusin
193. Dr. Lucky Sekhon (Reproductive Endocrinologist, Infertility Specialist and Author of The Lucky Egg)
In this episode of Interlude, Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky speaks with Dr. Lucky Sekhon, a double board-certified reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist at RMA of New York, where she has guided thousands through infertility, IVF, egg freezing, and family building. Born in Toronto, she trained at Mount Sinai and now practices in NYC, blending cutting-edge reproductive science with deeply
192. Danielle Trops (Breast Cancer Survivor and Survivorship Advocate)
Today’s podcast episode is with Danielle Trops – also known as @danitrops on Instagram. Dani was diagnosed with breast cancer 8 years ago when she was 30 years old. She had surgery, chemotherapy and has been on endocrine therapy since that time. She has built an incredible community on social media with thousands of followers as she talks about what it means to be a young breast cancer
191. Heather Jose (Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer for 25 Years)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Heather Jose. Heather was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer at the age of 26 and has been living with MBC for 25 years. She is an incredible patient advocate and leader in the MBC community and is the host of the podcast,
“I’m Still Here: Real Conversations About Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer” which explores what life with
190. Amy Banocy (Breast Cancer Survivor and Spiritual Coach and Mentor)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Amy Banocy. Amy is a breast cancer survivor and spiritual coach and mentor who helps women rebuild after life-shaking experiences. After surviving cancer, she began a journey of emotional healing and spiritual reconnection that shaped how she now lives and leads. Through coaching, programs, and retreats, Amy guides women to reconnect with themselves and
189. Cynthia Jordan (Breast Cancer Survivor and Founder of Learn Look Locate)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Cynthia Jordan. Cynthia is a breast cancer survivor, global advocate, and the Founder of Learn Look Locate, a medically vetted digital platform created to help people better understand breast health, early detection, diagnosis, treatment options, and life after cancer. When Cynthia was diagnosed with breast cancer, she found herself searching for clear,
188. Dr. Sadaf Alam (Dentist, Business Owner, and Breast Cancer Survivor)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Dr. Sadaf Alam. Dr. Sadaf Alam is a general dentist and the owner of Urban Smiles Dental in Cary, North Carolina. She believes dentistry should be both clinically excellent and genuinely compassionate, and she takes pride in building long-term relationships with her patients. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of North Ca
187. Bethany Adair (Stage IV Breast Cancer Thriver, Mindset Coach and Author of My Guru Cancer)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Bethany Adair. Bethany is a mindset coach, stage 4 breast cancer thriver, speaker, and author of My Guru Cancer. With 15+ years working in wellness, she meets life with cancer with an open mind, full heart, and silly sense of humor.
Her happy place? Sharing her story and helping others find that same freedom—through coaching, classes, advocacy, and chro
Episode 186. Erin Perkins (Stage IIB Triple Negative Breast Cancer Survivor and Board President, Young Breast Cancer Project)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Erin Perkins. Erin was diagnosed with Stage IIB triple negative breast cancer one week before her 35th birthday in 2021. She currently serves as President for the working board of directors at The Young Breast Cancer Project. Her life’s mission is holding space for people, advocating for vulnerable groups, and sharing her core belief that we are a
185. Abby Jones (Breast Cancer Survivor, Law Student, and Health Policy Advocate)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Abby Jones. Abby is a 29-year-old, six-year breast cancer survivor and passionate advocate for cancer awareness and policy change. Originally from rural Connecticut, she graduated from the College of William & Mary in 2018 with a degree in Government and a focus on Leadership and Community Engagement. After college, Abby began her career in public
184. Rebecca Bloom (Women’s health, workplace and benefits advocate and author of When Women Get Sick)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Rebecca Bloom, a Yale College and New York University School of Law educated women’s health, workplace and benefits advocate, storytelling coach, editor and content strategist. A former workplace and benefits attorney, Rebecca advocates for women coast-to-coast, her longest and proudest affiliation with Bay Area Cancer Connections, where she has served
183. Rachel Frankenthal, PA-C (All About Gynecologic Cancer, Menopause and Survivorship)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Rachel Frankenthal, a board-certified and licensed Physician Associate and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner with a Masters in Public Health. She specializes in gynecologic oncology, treating women with gynecologic cancers as well as women at high risk for cancer due to genetic mutations. Rachel has a special passion for menopause and cancer sur
182. Dani Binnington (Founder of Menopause and Cancer)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Dani Binnington, a leading advocate for women navigating menopause after cancer — a challenge many say is harder than treatment itself. She is the founder of Menopause and Cancer and host of the Menopause and Cancer podcast. Dani blends her own cancer and early menopause experience with expert guidance to help women understand their options when menopau
181. Dr. Jessica Zucker (Psychologist, Author and Breast Cancer Survivor)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Dr. Jessica Zucker. Jessica Zucker is a Los Angeles-based psychologist specializing in reproductive health and the author of the award-winning books NORMALIZE IT: Upending the Silence, Stigma, and Shame That Shape Women’s Lives and I HAD A MISCARRIAGE: A Memoir, a Movement. Jessica is the creator of the viral #IHadaMiscarriage campaign. Her writing has
180. Maimah Karmo (Founder and CEO of Tigerlily Foundation, Triple Negative Breast Cancer Survivor and Fierce Advocate)
On today’s episode, I speak with Maimah Karmo. Maimah is the CEO and Founder of Tigerlily Foundation, a national women’s health and oncology organization providing education, awareness, advocacy and hands-on support to young women before, during and after cancer. She founded Tigerlily Foundation after being diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer at age 32 and seeing firsthand the impor
179. Dr. Alexandra Sowa (Obesity Medicine Specialist and Author of The Ozempic Revolution)
On today’s episode, I speak with Dr. Alexandra Sowa. Dr. Sowa is a board certified internal medicine physician and obesity medicine specialist and the author of The Ozempic Revolution, a comprehensive user guide to GLP-1 medications, such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound. She is also the founder of the SoWell Method: a 360 degree treatment plan for obesity that includes the use of GLP-1 recep
178. Dr. Krystle Zuniga: Your Cancer Nutrition Questions Answered
On today’s episode, I speak with Dr. Krystle Zuniga and we are talking all about cancer nutrition. Dr. Zuniga has a PhD in Nutritional Sciences and is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian. She is a board certified specialist in oncology nutrition, an educator, scientist and science communicator. On today’s episode, we talk everything you need to know about oncology nutrition and the evi
177. Melissa Berry (Triple Negative Breast Cancer, BRCA, and Becoming the Cancer Fashionista)
On today’s episode, I speak with Melissa Berry, also known as the Cancer Fashionista. Melissa is a 12 year TNBC survivor, a BRCA mutation carrier and the founder of Cancer Fashionista. She is a passionate advocate in the breast cancer community and works to help those affected by cancer maintain their sense of self and style throughout cancer and find beauty during treatment and beyond. On t
176. Brooke Laster, LCSW (Mental Health and Cancer)
On today’s episode, I speak with Brooke Laster, LCSW on mental health and cancer. Brooke is a licensed clinical social worker and therapist with a virtual private practice serving adults in NJ and NY that are living with cancer, chronic illness, chronic pain, and grief and loss. With over 18 years in the oncology and general medicine field, Brooke’s mission is to empower patients as th
175. Dr. Rebecca Knackstedt (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon and Certified Functional Medicine Physician)
On this episode, Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky sits down with Dr. Rebecca Knackstedt. Dr. Knackstedt is a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in implant-based and microsurgical breast reconstruction. She is currently an Assistant Professor in Plastic and Reconstructive surgery at Duke University. She completed her MD/PhD at Medical University of South Carolina where her PhD thesis focused on Vi
174. Dena Goldberg, MS, CGC (Board-Certified Genetic Counselor – All About Cancer Genetic Testing)
On this episode, Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky sits down with Dena Goldberg, MS, CGC. Dena is a board-certified genetic counselor and the founder of Malibu Genetics, where she offers a concierge-style approach with comprehensive genetic testing services. She uses her genetic expertise to educate and share content online as @dena.dna. On today’s episode, we talk all about genetic testing, what resul
173. Dr. Fumiko Chino (Radiation Oncologist and Cancer Researcher)
In this episode, Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky speaks with Dr. Fumiko Chino. Dr. Chino is a radiation oncologist, a cancer researcher and Assistant Professor in Breast Radiation Oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Her research focuses on the financial toxicity of cancer care, health care disparities, equity and access to care. On today’s episode, Dr. Chino provides an in-depth look at breast can
172. Claire Bidwell Smith (Grief and Loss Therapist)
On this episode, I sit down with Claire Bidwell Smith, a leading therapist specializing in grief and loss.
Recognized as one of today’s foremost experts on grief, Claire Bidwell Smith is a licensed therapist, international speaker, and the author of five books published in 22 countries. Led by her own experience in grief and fueled by her work in hospice and private practice, Claire strives to pr
171. Dr. Laura Currens (Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist & Breast Cancer Survivor)
In this episode of the Interlude Podcast, Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky sits down with Dr. Laura Currens, the founder of Dynamic Flow Physical Therapy and an expert in pelvic health. Dr. Currens specializes in aiding women’s recovery from childbirth, those struggling with pelvic-related conditions, as well as women navigating perimenopause and menopause through a holistic, multidisciplinary approac
170. Dr. Anjali Malik (Board-Certified Breast Imaging Radiologist)
In this episode of the Interlude Podcast, Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky sits down with Dr. Anjali Malik, a board-certified, fellowship-trained breast imaging radiologist and women’s health advocate. Dr. Malik is passionate about breast cancer detection, health equity, and patient-centered care.
Together, we dive into everything you want to know about breast imaging: when to get your mammogram (comm
169. WISDOM Study: Rethinking Breast Cancer Screening
In this episode, we dive into the WISDOM Study—a groundbreaking randomized clinical trial designed to compare personalized breast cancer screening with conventional approaches. The goal? To determine if a tailored approach can help prevent advanced breast cancer (stage IIB or higher).
The study is enrolling 100,000 women ages 30-74 across the United States. Joining me are Steffanie Goodman, who le
168. Anyssa Lucena (Rock Climber & Guide, Breast Cancer Survivor and Founder of Genuine Climbing)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Anyssa Lucena. Anyssa has been rock climbing and guiding for over 15 years and strongly believes that climbing is a means to deeper healing and self knowledge. Anyssa was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2022 and she used her love and passion for rock climbing to navigate her recovery and rediscover her strength. She was inspired to turn her challenging
167. Allison Rosen (12 Year Early Age Onset Colorectal Cancer Survivor and Patient Advocate)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Allison Rosen, a 12-year early-age onset colorectal cancer survivor who shares her story from diagnosis to advocacy. Allison talks about her symptoms, her diagnosis, treatment and survivorship. She opens up about the complex, often taboo, aspects of cancer treatment, including issues related to fertility, sexual health, and living with a permanent ostom
166. Gila Pfeffer (Breast Cancer Previvor and Survivor and Author of Nearly Departed: Adventures in Loss, Cancer and Other Inconveniences)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Gila Pfeffer. Gila is a 15-year breast cancer previvor turned survivor, a writer and author of the newly published memoir “Nearly Departed: Adventures in Loss, Cancer and Other Inconveniences.” Gila shares her experience of losing family members to cancer including her mother who passed away from breast cancer, finding out she carried the B
165. Deana Jean (8 Year Breast Cancer Survivor Diagnosed During Pregnancy)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Deana Jean. Deana was diagnosed with stage 2B breast cancer in 2016 when she was a mom of 2 boys and 5 months pregnant with her third child – her daughter, Aubrey (who is now 8!). On today’s episode, Deana talks about her initial diagnosis and how she had to advocate for herself during the time, the decisions and choices she made surrounding
164. Elissa Kalver (We Got This Founder & Metastatic Breast Cancer Thriver)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Elissa Kalver. Elissa was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer at the age of 34 one year after giving birth to her daughter. During treatment, she had the idea to create We Got This, the first gift registry to bridge the needs of cancer patients and their supporters. Elissa calls herself a cancer thriver and believes that even during treatment and di
163. Kelly Crump (Patient Advocate and Model Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Kelly Crump. Kelly is an illness influencer, patient advocate and model who is living and thriving with metastatic breast cancer. Kelly focuses on showing others that you do not have to be defined by your disease and that you can “live your life” and “do what you dream”. She was the first person to pose in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit magazine with activ
162. Jen Delvaux (Cancer Caregiver, Breast Cancer Survivor and Integrative Health Practitioner)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Jen Delvaux. Jen is the host of the podcast “Not Today Cancer” and the author of “Not Today Cancer: A non-typical guide for the girl who wants to thrive, not just survive.” She is an integrative health practitioner, mother of two and a wife to her husband, Darren, who was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2009. Several years after h
BONUS Episode – A Conversation with Gynecologist & Menopause Expert Dr. Corinne Menn
This is a bonus podcast episode where I share an Instagram Live I had with Dr. Corinne Menn several weeks ago. Dr. Menn is a board certified gynecologist and a leading expert on menopause management. She herself is a breast cancer survivor and was diagnosed at the age of 28 in the middle of her OB/GYN residency and focuses on the female health concerns of cancer survivors and thrivers with empathy
161. Leeanna Gantt (Breast Cancer Survivor and Founder of Tooktake)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Leeanna Gantt. Leeanna was diagnosed with triple positive breast cancer
who turned her treatment experience into a mission to simplify medication management. During chemotherapy, she struggled to keep track of the many medications that were all in different forms and on different schedules. Realizing there was a need for an easy tracking solution, Leean
160. Dr. Shieva Ghofrany (OB/GYN, Ovarian Cancer Survivor and Women’s Health Advocate)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Dr. Shieva Ghofrany. Dr. Ghofrany is a board-certified OB/GYN who has been in private practice for 25 years. She is the co-creator of TRIBE CALLED V and her intention is to help and guide women and people with vulvas and ovaries while addressing the mindset of fear surrounding health issues. Dr. Ghofrany has also experienced the health system as a patie
159. Dr. Abby Bales (A Conversation All About Pelvic Health)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Dr. Abby Bales. Dr. Abby Bales, PT, DPT, CSCS is the founder of Reform Physical Therapy in New York City where she specializes pelvic health and orthopedics. She is an expert in pregnancy and postpartum pelvic health and sports rehabilitation, as well as strength and conditioning and run programming. Dr. Bales has served as a medical advisor for health
158. Kelsey Mora (Child Life Specialist) – Supporting Children Impacted by Cancer
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Kelsey Mora. Kelsey is a Certified Child Life Specialist and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who specializes in supporting children and families impacted by medical illness, injury, and grief. She has extensive experience providing individual and group services to children who have a parent with cancer. Kelsey both guides parents and caregivers
157. Alison Tierney (Cancer Dietitian and Breast Cancer Thriver)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Alison Tierney, MS, RD, CD, CSO. Alison is a board certified oncology dietitian and cancer thriver who empowers those affected by cancer to conquer fears, take back control, and fully support their body before, during, and after cancer treatment. In 2022, Alison was diagnosed with breast cancer at age of 33. On today’s episode, she talks about how
156. January Q&A with Dr. Teplinsky
On today’s episode, I am answering your questions! Here is what we cover:
1. Signatera (circulating tumor DNA) in Breast Cancer (1:45)
2. POSITIVE trial (interrupting endocrine therapy to attempt pregnancy) and any info on long term risks (12:08)
3. What to do if feeling breast lumps while breastfeeding or after breast cancer surgery (16:41)
4. Genetic testing in people who are adopted (20:32)
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155. Tara Jones (Metastatic Breast Cancer Thriver)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Tara Jones. Tara was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer 12 years ago at the age of 35. She talks about the treatment that she has received and she now has no evidence of cancer recurrence! She talks about living with breast cancer, fertility, mental health and coming to acceptance with her diagnosis and its long term impact.
154. Michelle Cleave and the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Vaccine Clinical Trial
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Michelle Cleave. Michelle Cleave was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer in December 2022 and she is about to enroll on a TNBC vaccine clinical trial. I will be sharing her experience throughout the trial on the podcast and today is Part 1 where Michelle talks about how she found the trial, her decision to explore it, what happened when she wen
153. Q&A with Dr. Teplinsky
On today’s episode, I am answering your questions! Here is what we cover:
1. Dairy and breast cancer risk (1:25)
2. Risk of cancer with breast implants (3:57)
3. Coping with giving bad news/losing a patient (5:55)
4. Ovarian function suppression in premenopausal HR+ breast cancer and survival impact (7:52)
5. Can cancer grade change from biopsy to surgery? (13:40)
6. How to cope with potenti
152. Nasreen Shahi (Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Nasreen Shahi. Nasreen is the writer of HeyNasreen, a blogger, and a fashion and beauty creator. She lives in Austin, Texas with her husband and three kids. Two years ago, she was diagnosed with stage IV triple positive breast cancer. On today’s episode, she shares her story — those initial moments of her diagnosis, treatment, and what life
151. Nediva Monroe (Metastatic Breast Cancer Thriver)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Nediva Monroe. Nediva was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer in 2014 and right around the time of her 5 year cancerversary, was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer to her bones. On today’s episode, she takes us back to those moments of finding out she had metastatic disease in 2019 and shares what her treatment has been like — discussi
150. Lisa Orr (4 Year Triple Negative Breast Cancer Survivor & Director of Marketing at Elephants and Tea)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Lisa Orr. Lisa Orr is a proud wife and mother of two boys, ages eight and six, who lives just north of Boston, Massachusetts. She is a four-year triple negative breast cancer survivor (diagnosed at age 31) and the Director of Marketing for Elephants and Tea and the Steven G. Cancer Foundation. Elephants and Tea is a magazine for and by adolescent and yo
149. Betty Dicker (BRCA2 Mutation Carrier, Previvor and Cancer Survivor)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Betty Dicker. Betty was diagnosed with a BRCA2 mutation when her sister was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2010. Betty had a prophylactic salpingo-oophorectomy (removal of fallopian tubes and ovaries) to reduce her ovarian cancer risk. She had been planning on a bilateral mastectomy but life got in the way. She was undergoing breast cancer surveillance
148. Terri Conneran (Lung Cancer Survivor and Founder of KRAS Kickers)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Terri Conneran. Terri was diagnosed with stage 3 non small cell lung cancer in 2017 and has had multiple recurrence since then. Several years after her diagnosis, she found out that her cancer expressed the KRAS biomarker (KRAS mutation) and she went looking for a group or community of other people who also had the KRAS mutation but she didn’t fin
147. Dr. Jennifer Caudle (Family Medicine Physician, On Air Health Expert and Breast Cancer Caregiver)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Dr. Jennifer Caudle. Dr. Caudle is a board-certified family medicine physician, Associate Professor at Rowan University School of Medicine. She regularly appears as an on-air health expert for local and national news networks, including the TODAY Show, CNN, PBS and many others. She is regularly quoted and published in magazines and media outlets such as
146. Dr. Amy Comander (Breast Oncologist and Lifestyle Medicine Expert)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Dr. Amy Comander. Dr. Comander is a breast oncologist at the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center, the Director of Breast Oncology and Cancer Survivorship at the Mass General Cancer Center in Waltham and at Newton Wellesley Hospital, and Medical Director of the Mass General Cancer Center in Waltham. She is the Director of Lifestyle Medicine at t
145. Dr. Shaghayegh DeNoble (Gynecologist Talking All About Sexual Health, Menopause and More)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Dr.Shaghayegh DeNoble. Dr. DeNoble is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist, fellowship trained in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, and a women’s health expert with a focus on menopause and sexual health. She is the founder of Advanced Gynecology of North Jersey. This conversation is a 30 minute crash course in gynecology- we cove
144. Shari Todd (Thriving After Breast and Colon Cancer)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Shari Todd. Shari is a 48 year old mom of two and was diagnosed with stage 2 ER+/PR+/HER2- invasive ductal carcinoma in January 2022. She went through surgery, chemotherapy and radiation and is currently on endocrine therapy. At the end of radiation, she developed rectal bleeding and was diagnosed with an early stage colon cancer and required surgery.
O
143. Fitz Koehler (Fitness Expert, Author, Race Announcer & Breast Cancer Survivor)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Fitz Koehler. Fitz is an author, keynote speaker, fitness expert, professional race announcer, mom, and breast cancer survivor. She has a Master’s Degree in Exercise and Sport Sciences and has been teaching fitness around the world for decades. In early 2019, Fitz was diagnosed with breast cancer. Fitz shares both the struggles and triumphs she experien
142. Angela Pohl (Transforming to a Plant-Based Lifestyle after Cancer)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Angela Pohl. Angela is an ultramarathon runner who was training for a 100 mile race when she was diagnosed with breast cancer in early 2021. Angela was initially a guest on the podcast back in September 2021 and is back now to talk about life now that she completed active treatment over a year ago. She received neoadjuvant chemotherapy with TCHP, had a bilate
141. Dr. Kellie Reed, Board-Certified Dermatologist (All About Skin Care)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Dr. Kellie Reed, a board-certified dermatologist based in Austin, TX who specializes in general medical dermatology (including surgical and pediatric) as well as aesthetic skin care.She is a native Texan and a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin McCombs School of Business Honors Program. She completed her medical training at The University of Texas
140. Shayla Martin and Nicole Seagriff (Let’s Talk about The Pink Agenda, Movement, Healing and Transformation after Cancer)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Nicole Seagriff and Shayla Martin. Nicole is a two time breast cancer survivor and the President of The Pink Agenda. Shayla is a breast cancer survivor (about to reach her 5 year cancerversary in October 2023), serves on the leadership council of The Pink Agenda and is running the 2023 NYC Marathon with Team TPA! As I am also running with Team TPA, on t
139. Dr. Narjust Florez (Let’s Talk About Lung Cancer, Sexual Health and Cancer Disparities)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Dr. Narjust Florez, a thoracic medical oncologist and Associate Director of the Cancer Care Equity Program at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and faculty at Harvard Medical School. Her clinical interests include targeted therapy for lung cancer, care of women with lung cancer and aspects of their cancer survivorship-including sexual health! She is the
138. Anne Keane (Running and Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Anne Keane. Anne was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer when she was 36 years old and had a 1 year old daughter at the time. She has now been living with triple positive metastatic breast cancer for nearly 7 years. Anne is a runner and recently ran the 2023 Boston Marathon as part of the The Dana Farber Marathon team, raising $29,000 for research.
137. Bri Rickertsen (Breast Cancer Survivor and Founder of The Nifty 150)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Bri Rickertsen. Bri was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 35 in 2020 and she used movement and meditation to get through chemotherapy, surgery, radiation and targeted treatment. Now that she is done with active treatment, her goal is to increase the number of cancer survivors and thrivers – in and out of treatment – who are reaching exerci
136. Morgan Adams (Holistic Sleep Coach and Breast Cancer Survivor)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Morgan Adams. Morgan Adams is a holistic sleep coach for women who struggle with getting a good night’s sleep consistently. Her goal is to help women feel better and live better, and the key to both begins with a good night’s sleep. Morgan is a former insomniac who spent almost a decade using prescription sleeping pills despite knowing that
135. Dr. Brooklyn Olumba (BRCA2 Mutation Carrier & 3-year Breast Cancer Survivor Diagnosed at Age 28)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Dr. Brooklyn Olumba. Dr. Olumba is a clinical pharmacist, BRCA2 mutation carrier, and a 3-year breast cancer survivor who was diagnosed with stage 1B breast cancer at the age of 28 following an annual breast MRI at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. She is passionate about genetic testing, patient advocacy, and using social media as tool to connect com
134. Cancer and Mental Health
On today’s episode, I am talking all about cancer and mental health. We know that impacts on mental health are extremely prevalent throughout the entire spectrum of cancer from diagnosis through treatment and beyond. Yet, there remains a significant stigma in talking about and addressing mental health. In this conversation, you’ll hear about anxiety and depression – how to identi
133. Chelsey Gomez (Artist known as “Ohyouresotough”, Author, Advocate and Cancer Survivor )
Welcome back to the Interlude Podcast. You are listening to Episode 133, a conversation with Chelsey Gomez.
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Chelsey Gomez, the artist known as “Ohyouresotough.” She is a two time survivor of Hodgkin lymphoma and owns a non traditional cancer brand of the same name, “Ohyouresotough” which emphasizes humor as a way to cope with cancer and chr
132. Anna Crollman (Fertility and Pregnancy After Breast Cancer)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Anna Crollman. Anna is an 8-year triple-positive breast cancer thriver who is passionate about helping women own their unique stories, step into their authentic selves, and thrive through trauma with self-love, wellness, and style. She is a women’s health advocate, a mama to a 3-year-old and a baby on the way, and a fashion enthusiast. Anna shares her e
131. Beth Browning (Biologist and Runner Living with Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer)
On today’s episode, I am speaking with Beth Browning. Beth is a biologist, a mom of 2, a runner, and is living with stage 4 ovarian cancer. She was training for the Chicago Marathon in June 2021 when she felt a lump under her arm. She was initially suspected to have breast cancer but was ultimately diagnosed with ovarian cancer. One of the first questions that she asked her oncologist was &#
130. Dr. Lara Lambert (Stage 3 Rectal Cancer at Age 40)
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127. Nutrition and Supplements in Breast Cancer
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126. Samantha Harris (Emmy Award winning TV host, Author, Breast Cancer Survivor and Health Coach)
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124. Erin Perkins (Triple Negative Breast Cancer Survivor)
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123. Joint Pain Management in Breast Cancer
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