What Is Breast Implant Illness with Ashley Penner and Robyn Towt

Today's Episode Dr. Raj talks with Ashley Penner and Robyn Towt about Breast Implant Illness (BII), shedding light on the overlooked challenges faced by those affected. They share their journeys with BII, discussing the motivation behind their advocacy work and the mission driving the No Double Bogies Foundation.  Today’s Guests Ashley Penner is the founder of the No Double Bogies Foundation and Robyn Towt is a speaker at the No Double Bogie Celebrity Golf Tournament and co-founder of the Global Patient Advocacy Coalition. Both are personally affected by Breast Implant Illness and have shown exceptional dedication and commitment to the cause of educating and supporting women facing similar challenges. In regards to their personal stories, Ashley and Robyn have experienced Breast Implant Illness firsthand and have undergone explant surgery. Their journeys are both inspirational and educational.  Ashley Penner is a children's golf instructor. As a breast implant illness patient herself, she has channeled her painful experience into a profound purpose by offering help and support to others. Her journey and her vision for the No Double Bogies Foundation has been inspirational and impactful. Ashley’s story is not only one of personal triumph, but also a testament to the power of community and education for dealing with the adverse effects of breast implants.  Robyn Towt’s presence at the event was equally significant. As a three-time cancer survivor, Breast Implant Illness survivor, and patient advocate for the Global Patient Advocacy Coalition, Robyn has been at the forefront of the fight to raise awareness about Breast Implant Illness and related issues. Her advocacy has emphasized the importance of informed consent, and the need for manufacturers to take responsibility for updating labeling and potential side effects, which is currently lacking. No Double Bogies Website No Double Bogies Instagram  About Dr. Raj Dr Raj is a quadruple board certified physician and associate professor at the University of Southern California. He was a co-host on the TNT series Chasing the Cure with Ann Curry, a regular on the TV Show The Doctors for the past 7 seasons and has a weekly medical segment on ABC news Los Angeles. More from Dr. Raj The Dr. Raj Podcast Dr. Raj on Twitter Dr. Raj on Instagram Want more board review content? USMLE Step 1 Ad-Free Bundle Crush Step 1 Step 2 Secrets Beyond the Pearls The Dr. Raj Podcast Beyond the Pearls Premium USMLE Step 3 Review MedPrepTGo Step 1 Questions MedPrepTGo Step 2 Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices