The Future of Breast Cancer Care: Understanding Hereditary Cancer and Genetic Testing

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Ames Smith, a renowned breast cancer surgeon specializing in hereditary and genetic work with breast cancer. Dr. Smith shares his journey and how he became interested in hereditary cancer. He discusses the importance of testing for mutations and the high risk it poses for developing certain cancers. Dr. Smith also talks about his work at the Hereditary Cancer Risk Clinic and how he advises and follows up with patients who have mutations. He emphasizes that hereditary cancer is not limited to breast cancer and discusses other types of hereditary cancers such as colon, ovarian, uterine, brain, and kidney.Time Stamps with Key Takeaways:(03:34) Openness to genetic testing.(09:23) Ovarian cancer screening reliability.(13:19) Mammography and mortality reduction.(24:34])Diagnostic tools and stages.(27:35) Imaging can be wrong.(32:09) Thermography and breast cancer detection.(36:00) Breast cancer treatment advancements.(38:19) Improving functional quality of life.Links:https://lakecitypt.com/https://pelvicfloorpro.com/https://femtechhealthpodcast.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheree-dibiase-pt-prpc-iclm-dn-pelvic-womens-health-752ba351https://shereedibiase.com/