Breaking Barriers in Breast Cancer Screening - Risky Benefits - Podcast - S4, Ep. #21

In this enlightening episode of Risky Benefits, we dive deep into the future of breast cancer screening. With less than 40% of women getting annual mammograms due to various fears and inconveniences, screening innovation couldn't be more timely! Listen as special guest Dr. Monique Gary, a renowned breast surgeon and Chief Medical Officer at Bexa brings us up to speed on Bexa's revolutionary elastography technology, designed to provide a painless, radiation-free alternative to traditional mammograms. This podcast episode explores the critical importance of early detection in breast cancer, how it drastically improves survival rates, and Bexa's mission to make these life-saving exams accessible to all women, including those in underserved communities. Plus, find out how employers are partnering with Bexa to offer their employees convenient and comprehensive breast cancer screenings, giving women peace of mind and control over their health.Get ready for an episode filled with hope, innovation, and crucial information on groundbreaking technology and a compassionate, women-led approach.MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST:Dr. Monique GaryBiotech Leader, Breast Surgical Oncologist, Medical Director Cancer Program, DEIB Consultant, Speaker, and Community Health Expert.MyBexa.comDr. Monique Gary is a breast surgeon, educator, entrepreneur, media personality, farmer and philanthropist. A board certified, fellowship-trained Breast Surgical Oncologist , she is Medical Director of Oncology for Grand View Health (Penn Cancer Network) in Sellersville, PA, where she also serves as director of the breast program. Though she is a surgeon, she believes in the power of the connectivity of mind, body and spirit to promote overall wellness. She can be found on radioOne stations in Philadelphia giving tips for healthy living and cancer risk reduction, and weekly on Blackdoctor.org as the cohost of “The Doctor Is In”, a web series dedicated to promoting survivorship in breast cancer patients and arming them with both science and support for their journey.  Dr. Gary completed her medical degree at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, and her general surgery training at UMass, followed by Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship at Georgetown University Hospital. She is a clinical associate professor of surgery and professor of Health Equity at Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine. She has been published in online, print media, and peer reviewed journals, and she serves as a medical advisor/contributor for national breast cancer advocacy organizations including Living Beyond Breast Cancer, Touch, the Black Breast Cancer Alliance, Tigerlily Foundation, The Chrysalis Initiative, the National LGBT Cancer Network.  Her practice specializes in oncoplastic and minimally invasive breast cancer surgery, genetic risk assessment, disparities research, cancer nutrition and prevention. Beyond surgery, Dr. Mo is building a movement to achieve true health equity, and help our communities develop holistic and integrative approaches to cancer care and to wellness. She is CEO of Still Rise Farm, a 40- acre farm and living, learning, laboratory for cancer patients and under-resourced, marginalized communities, located in Upper Bucks County, PA, where she can be found teaching mindfulness and “food as medicine” principles to our communities.To listen in and subscribe to more episodes, visit our website: fbmc.com/podcast.