Vera Peters

Dr. Vera Peters, a female oncologist, revolutionized the treatment of breast cancer and Hodgkin's lymphoma despite facing gender bias. She challenged the standard radical mastectomy approach for breast cancer and advocated for patient-centered care. Her groundbreaking contributions continue to impact the medical field.

Meet Vera Peters, a doctor who discovered a less invasive treatment for breast cancer patients that spared women from radical mastectomy surgery. Her groundbreaking research challenged traditional surgical practices and revolutionized breast cancer treatment. Peters' approach using lumpectomy and radiation therapy proved to be more effective than radical mastectomy, providing women with a less invasive and more accessible treatment option.