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EPISODE · Jun 25, 2025

The Healing Circle Part 2: Tammy's Story

from In Their Words · host UPMC Pinnacle Foundation and UPMC Central Pa

Meet Tammy Siler, a woman whose definition of strength will leave you speechless. After 37 years of battling cancer and surviving four different diagnoses, Tammy's latest challenge came in December 2022 with a stage 3 ovarian cancer diagnosis at UPMC Memorial. But this isn't a story about defeat – it's about triumph, gratitude, and the power of an unshakeable spirit.In this deeply moving episode, Tammy shares how she transformed her cancer journey into her greatest victory, literally taking it to the stage as her talent performance to win the Ms. Senior PA America Pageant. From countless chemotherapy sessions to crowning moments, Tammy proves that our greatest challenges can become our most powerful testimonies.You'll be inspired by Tammy's unwavering appreciation for her medical team, especially Dr. Willis at UPMC Memorial, and discover how she's turned daily positivity into an art form – sending uplifting text messages to friends, family, and even her care providers. Her story is a masterclass in resilience, showing us that gratitude isn't just an attitude, it's a superpower.

Meet Tammy Siler, a woman whose definition of strength will leave you speechless. After 37 years of battling cancer and surviving four different diagnoses, Tammy's latest challenge came in December 2022 with a stage 3 ovarian cancer diagnosis at UPMC Memorial. But this isn't a story about defeat – it's about triumph, gratitude, and the power of an unshakeable spirit.In this deeply moving episode, Tammy shares how she transformed her cancer journey into her greatest victory, literally taking it to the stage as her talent performance to win the Ms. Senior PA America Pageant. From countless chemotherapy sessions to crowning moments, Tammy proves that our greatest challenges can become our most powerful testimonies.You'll be inspired by Tammy's unwavering appreciation for her medical team, especially Dr. Willis at UPMC Memorial, and discover how she's turned daily positivity into an art form – sending uplifting text messages to friends, family, and even her care providers. Her story is a masterclass in resilience, showing us that gratitude isn't just an attitude, it's a superpower.

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