EPISODE · Jul 6, 2026 · 46 MIN
From breast cancer surgeon to patient ~ dealing with cancer from both sides
from Hair Therapy · host Kate Holohan W/ Liz ORiordan
Send us Fan MailFrom breast cancer surgeon to patient ~ dealing with cancer from both sides Liz O'Riordan grew up in a medical family, and always knew she wanted to become a surgeon. She specialised in breast surgery and has a PHD in thyroid cancers and how they develop.As a female in a male dominated field she has faced bullying and sexual harassment and had a very stressful, high pressured job.She has been a surgeon for over 15 years, and has performed thousands of surgeries. She had lots of knowledge on treating cancer, but when she was diagnosed herself at 40, she found dealing with cancer from the patient's perspective very different.We discuss her own journey, and her hair loss, and how she has learned to embrace her new identity. Liz describes how there can often be an element of reinvention after cancer treatment.Connect with Liz:InstagramWebsiteThe complete guide to breast cancer bookPodcastWill it make the boat go faster? - book Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy:FacebookInstagramTwitterClubhouse- @Hair.TherapyHair Therapy WebsiteDonate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert! Laser Hair Growth Cap | At Home LLLT Therapy | FDA Cleared | LIVDOR Save £50 off LIVDOR laser cap with code HAIRTHERAPYUK
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Send us Fan Mail From breast cancer surgeon to patient ~ dealing with cancer from both sides Liz O'Riordan grew up in a medical family, and always knew she wanted to become a surgeon. She specialised in breast surgery and has a PHD in thyroid cancers and how they develop. As a female in a male dominated field she has faced bullying and sexual harassment and had a very stressful, high pressured job. She has been a surgeon for over 15 years, and has performed thousands of surgeries. She h...
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