Personal choices: prophylactic mastectomy and alternatives

In this episode of SHE MD Podcast, Dr. Lisa Newman and William P. Lauder join hosts Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi and Mary Alice Haney to discuss breast cancer management, multidisciplinary care, and leadership in health advocacy. They explore the latest clinical research, patient-centered strategies, and the role of philanthropy in advancing care. Learn how to improve breast health outcomes, understand treatment options, and engage with supportive programs. This episode delivers expert insights on bridging medical innovation with community impact, empowering listeners to take informed steps in their health and wellness journeys.

Subscribe to SHE MD Podcast for expert tips on PCOS, Endometriosis, fertility, and hormonal balance. Share with friends and visit SHE MD website and Ovii for research-backed resources, holistic health strategies, and expert guidance on women’s health and well-being.

Sponsors

Purely Elizabeth - Visit purelyelizabeth.com and use code SHEMD at checkout for 20% off. Purely Elizabeth. Taste the Obsession. 

Timeline - Timeline is offering10% off your order of Mitopure. Go to timeline.com/SHEMD.

Cymbiotika - Go to Cymbiotika.com/Shemd for 20% off plus free shipping

iRestore - For a limited time, get a HUGE discount on the iRESTORE Elite + Illumina Face Mask Bundle with code SHEMD at iRestore.com

Peloton - Let yourself run, lift, sculpt, push, and go. Explore the new Peloton Cross Training Tread+ at onepeloton.com

David's Protein - David is giving my listeners an exclusive offer – buy four cartons and get the fifth free at davidprotein.com/shemd

 Aura Frames - Exclusive $45-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/SHEMD. Promo Code SHEMD

What You’ll Learn

Latest advancements in breast cancer management

How multidisciplinary care improves patient outcomes

The impact of philanthropy on breast cancer research and community support

Leadership lessons in healthcare and patient advocacy

Key Timestamps

00:00 Introduction with Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi and Mary Alice Haney

02:36 William P. Lauder & Dr. Lisa Newman Introductions

04:13 When William’s mother was diagnosed with breast cancer & how the pink ribbon was created

13:15 Educating women on preventative care, genetic testing & the risk assessment tool

22:38 Dr. Newman’s research on the disparities of breast cancer in black women

37:14 The inherent bias in the medical community towards women and the perception of treatment

46:04 Increased breast cancer diagnoses in younger women

51:58 How to start the process on your own for preventative care

58:02 Risk assessment and screening mammogram

01:05:41 Supporters of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation

01:09:56 Conversation about Estée Lauder

01:13:13 Closing thoughts and actionable guidance

Key Takeaways (5 Items)

Multidisciplinary care leads to better patient outcomes in breast oncology

Philanthropy and advocacy enhance research and community support

Leadership and decision-making shape healthcare innovations

Patient-centered strategies empower individuals during treatment

Collaboration between medical, corporate, and community sectors drives change

Dr. Lisa Newman is a surgical oncologist specializing in breast cancer management. She is Chief of the Section of Breast Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center and leads multidisciplinary breast oncology programs providing compassionate, cutting-edge care. More at Weill Cornell.

William P. Lauder is Chair, Board of Directors, The Estée Lauder Companies, Co-Chair of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, and a guest lecturer at the Wharton School. As a third-generation Lauder, he champions philanthropy, leadership, and advancing breast cancer research. More at LinkedIn.

Links

https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-lauder/

https://weillcornell.org/lisa-newman

 Patient Support Programs – https://www.shemdpodcast.com/resources

Breast Cancer Research Foundation – https://www.bcrf.org

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.