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The Next Era of Breast Cancer Care w/ Estée Lauder's William Lauder & Dr. Lisa Newman

Nov 18, 2025
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Dr. Lisa Newman
Guest
William P. Lauder
In this insightful discussion, William P. Lauder, a prominent philanthropist from the Estée Lauder family, shares his journey from personal loss to advocating for breast cancer awareness through the Pink Ribbon campaign. Dr. Lisa Newman, a surgical oncologist, addresses critical issues like racial disparities in breast cancer, particularly in West African populations. Both guests emphasize the need for improved risk assessment and genetic counseling, and they highlight the importance of community trust and access to care. Together, they spotlight the intersection of philanthropy and medical innovation in enhancing patient outcomes.
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ANECDOTE

How A Personal Diagnosis Sparked A Movement

  • William Lauder described his mother's breast cancer diagnosis at age 29 and how it spurred her advocacy.
  • She created dignity-focused programs like Look Good, Feel Better and breast centers to support women during treatment.
INSIGHT

Ancestry Shapes Triple-Negative Risk

  • Dr. Lisa Newman linked West African ancestry to higher triple-negative breast cancer rates.
  • Genetics, immune factors, and environment together likely explain the disparity.
ADVICE

Make Lifetime Risk Assessment Routine

  • Do calculate lifetime breast cancer risk for every woman using simple tools like Tyrer-Cuzick.
  • Make risk assessment routine across specialties, not just in breast clinics.
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