EPISODE · Jun 23, 2025 · 43 MIN
Rewriting the Breast Cancer Story: Dr. Jenn Simmons on Healing, Power, and Purpose
from What Are You Made Of? · host Mike "C-Roc" Ciorrocco
Mike “C-Roc” welcomes Dr. Jenn Simmons, a trailblazing breast surgeon turned integrative oncologist, for a deeply personal and eye-opening conversation. Dr. Jenn opens up about growing up in a family marked by generations of breast cancer, including the tragic loss of her cousin, Linda Creed—the legendary songwriter behind hits like “The Greatest Love of All.” Driven by that heartbreak, Jenn pursued a groundbreaking career in breast surgery, becoming the first fellowship-trained breast surgeon in Philadelphia and a pioneer in oncoplastic surgery. But when her own health crisis led to a shocking diagnosis and conventional treatment recommendations she couldn’t accept, Dr. Jenn chose a different path. Her journey through illness, self-discovery, and spiritual guidance led her to functional medicine—redefining how she helps women not only treat but prevent breast cancer. In this episode, Dr. Jenn and Mike "C-Roc "unpack the broken healthcare system, the dangers of a reactive medical model, and the power of reclaiming agency in your health. If you’ve ever questioned the status quo or wondered what else is possible when it comes to healing, this episode will ignite your curiosity and courage.Website-realhealthmd.com Social Media Links/Handles-https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmonshttps://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/?hl=enhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx_fzdw4ps8eSa1JPRrIsIw/videoshttps://www.tiktok.com/@drjennsimmons / https://keepingabreastwithdrjenn.buzzsprout.com/
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Mike “C-Roc” welcomes Dr. Jenn Simmons, a trailblazing breast surgeon turned integrative oncologist, for a deeply personal and eye-opening conversation. Dr. Jenn opens up about growing up in a family marked by generations of breast cancer, including the tragic loss of her cousin, Linda Creed—the legendary songwriter behind hits like “The Greatest Love of All.” Driven by that heartbreak, Jenn pursued a groundbreaking career in breast surgery, becoming the first fellowship-trained breast surgeon in Philadelphia and a pioneer in oncoplastic surgery. But when her own health crisis led to a shocking diagnosis and conventional treatment recommendations she couldn’t accept, Dr. Jenn chose a different path. Her journey through illness, self-discovery, and spiritual guidance led her to functional medicine—redefining how she helps women not only treat but prevent breast cancer. In this episode, Dr. Jenn and Mike "C-Roc "unpack the broken healthcare system, the dangers of a reactive medical model, and the power of reclaiming agency in your health. If you’ve ever questioned the status quo or wondered what else is possible when it comes to healing, this episode will ignite your curiosity and courage.Website-realhealthmd.com Social Media Links/Handles-https://www.facebook.com/DrJennSimmonshttps://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons/?hl=enhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx_fzdw4ps8eSa1JPRrIsIw/videoshttps://www.tiktok.com/@drjennsimmons / https://keepingabreastwithdrjenn.buzzsprout.com/
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