Hormones, Metabolism & You! cover image

Hormones, Metabolism & You!

Episode 30: Uncover the Truth About Breast Cancer Screening and Hormones

Oct 27, 2024
01:06:53

About My Guest:

Dr. Jenn Simmons is a breast cancer surgeon turned Integrative oncologist on a mission to change how we diagnose, treat, and screen for breast cancer. Her best selling book, the smart woman’s guide to breast cancer, is changing the narrative around breast cancer and will undoubtedly change the lives of millions of women worried about or affected by a breast cancer diagnosis. She is opening the first perfection imaging center, which accurately screens for breast cancer using revolutionary new technology without pain, compression, or radiation. No more mammograms ladies !


Social Handles:

Website

Facebook

YouTube

Dr Simmons’ Podcast


Summary:

In this episode of Back to the Basics, Dr. Cassie Smith hosts Dr. Jenn Simmons, a former breast cancer surgeon turned integrative oncologist, to discuss the shortcomings of traditional breast cancer screening and the potential of safe, alternative therapies. Dr. Simmons sheds light on how mammograms may not save lives as commonly believed, often leading to overdiagnosis and unnecessary treatments that compromise patients' quality of life. She shares insights from studies and patient cases, explaining how breast cancer growth is unpredictable and why current screening methods fail to identify which cancers need intervention.

The conversation highlights Dr. Simmons' advocacy for more effective and less invasive breast cancer screening methods, such as QT scanning, which provides better results without the pain and radiation associated with mammograms. They also explore the life-changing benefits of bioidentical hormone therapy for breast cancer survivors, debunking the myth that hormone replacement fuels cancer recurrence. Dr. Simmons emphasizes the importance of personalized, holistic care to help survivors regain their vitality, reduce post-treatment complications, and improve their long-term health outcomes.


Timestamps:

01:12 - Guest Introduction: Dr. Jenn Simmons

02:50 - The Problem with Traditional Breast Cancer Screening

05:00 - Overdiagnosis and Its Emotional Impact

07:45 - Alternative Breast Cancer Screening

10:12 - Bioidentical Hormone Therapy After Breast Cancer

14:20 - Addressing Post-Treatment Symptoms

18:50 - Holistic Oncology: Personalized Care

25:15 - Hormone Therapy Myths

40:00 - Future of Breast Cancer Care

55:00 - Bioidentical Hormones in Cancer Recovery

1:10:00 - Wrapping Up: Empowering Women

1:15:00 - Closing Remarks


Connect with Modern Endocrine:

Check out the ⁠website⁠

Follow Cassie on ⁠Instagram⁠

Follow Cassie on ⁠Facebook⁠

Follow Cassie on ⁠YouTube⁠

Follow Cassie on ⁠TikTok⁠

Sign up for Modern Endocrine’s ⁠newsletter⁠

⁠Disclaimer ⁠

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode