All in the Family: Hereditary Risk for Gynecologic Cancer
Knowing and understanding your inherited genetics is important for ovarian and uterine cancer patients. Dr. Melissa Frey, gynecologic oncologist at Weill Cornell Medicine, discusses how genetic factors affect women with ovarian and uterine cancer and influence treatment decisions, with a particular focus on BRCA1 & 2 and Lynch Syndrome. This webinar was being put on […]
BC 101: What You Need to Know
Not all breast cancer is the same. Dr. Elizabeth Comen, Medical Oncologist, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, explains breast cancer basics including diagnostic tests, sub-types, treatment options and after care for all the different types of breast cancer. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXJFy1sHz9A
Strategies for Managing Recurrent Ovarian Cancer
When ovarian cancer returns, it’s not uncommon to experience a range of emotions and feel overwhelmed. But it’s important to remember that recurrent ovarian cancer can often be successfully treated. Dr. Shannon N. Westin, gynecologic oncologist and clinical investigator at MD Anderson Cancer Center, goes over the latest treatment options for recurrent disease. This is […]
Radiation and Uterine Cancer: What You Need to Know
Dr. Vishal Gupta, Radiation Oncologist at Mt. Sinai Hospital, discusses radiation treatment and side effects for women with uterine cancer. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CPK-fk22wr0
COVID-19 and Breast Cancer Treatment: What has changed and will the changes be permanent?
Dr. Zanetta Lamar answers your questions relating to COVID-19 and breast cancer, including treatment during and after the coronavirus pandemic. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70XmNbAUwz0
Cannabis for Medical Disorders with Dr. Diana Martinez
Dr. Diana Martinez, psychiatrist and a neuroscientist at Columbia University discusses the research on cannabis for medical disorders, including risks of recreational cannabis use in medically ill patients. She also shares sources of cannabis plant extract for neuropathy and pain in cancer patients. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVoAkSbdPL8
Topic-Driven Round Table on Ovarian Cancer: Everything You Need to Know About CA-125
Women with ovarian cancer joined Julie Larson, LCSW and peers via video or phone to talk about “Everything You Need to Know About CA-125”
Aesthetic Flat Closure: Know Your Options
Dr. Yara Robertson, Kim Bowles, and Jersi Baker provide information and answers to common questions women have about “aesthetic flat closure.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FBYlC4Kx6Q
Topic-Driven Round Table on Ovarian Cancer: Understanding Genetics and Ovarian Cancer
Women with ovarian cancer joined Julie Larson, LCSW, guest speaker Dr. Kathryn Pennington of UW Medicine, and peers via video or phone to discuss genetics and ovarian cancer.
