Dear Cancer, I'm Beautiful
Kanaal Besonderhede
Dear Cancer, I'm Beautiful
Dear Cancer, I'm Beautiful is the first podcast of its kind to bridge the gap between life-saving cancer treatment and fashion, beauty and wellness advice. Host Melissa Berry is a veteran fashion and beauty publicist, eight-year Triple Negative Breast Cancer thriver and founder of CancerFashioni...
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The Impact of Breast Cancer on LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Relationships with Patient Advocate Chelsey Pickthorn and Dr. Don Dizon, Chief of Hematology and Oncology, Tufts Medicine
This episode is part of the special series Empowered Intimacy: Getting Your Sexy Back After Breast Cancer, where getting your sexy back is about recla...
Mastectomy Prep 101: What to Ask, Know and Understand with Dr. Anne Peled, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Breast Cancer Survivor
In this episode, Melissa sits down with Dr. Anne Peled, a board-certified plastic surgeon and breast cancer survivor, to answer the questions patients...
Real Solutions for Intimacy After Breast Cancer with Dr. Laila Agrawal, Board-Certified Breast Oncologist
Melissa sits down with Dr. Laila Agrawal, a board-certified breast oncologist who leads a sexual health clinic dedicated to the breast cancer communit...
Breast Cancer Pre-Hab: Own Your Recovery with Dr. Rebecca Knackstedt, Assistant Professor of Surgery at Duke University and a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
In this episode, host Melissa Berry sits down with Dr. Rebecca Knackstedt, a dedicated and compassionate plastic surgeon and Assistant Professor of Su...
Am I Even Dateable After Breast Cancer? with Dani Trops, Breast Cancer Advocate and her husband Aaron Myers-Walls
In this episode of "Empowered Intimacy: Getting Your Sexy Back After Breast Cancer," host Melissa Berry opens up an important conversation about datin...
How Do I Talk to My Oncologist About My Sexual Health? with Deltra, Metastatic Breast Cancer Advocate, and Dr. Laila Agrawal, Board-Certified Medical Oncologist
In this episode of, "Empowered Intimacy: Getting Your Sexy Back After Breast Cancer," we open up an important conversation about sexual health after a...
AI’s Role in Insurance Denials — Friend, Foe, or Game Changer? with Erin Bradshaw, EVP for Patient Services & Navigation, Patient Advocate Foundation
In this episode, Melissa sits down with Erin Bradshaw, EVP for Patient Services & Navigation at the Patient Advocate Foundation, to explore the comple...
Realistic Areola Tattoos That Make You Feel Like You Again with Ivonne Jimenez, Restorative Medical Tattoo Artist and Founder of Zyanya Beauty
In this inspiring episode of, "Dear Cancer, I'm Beautiful," Melissa sits down with Ivonne Jimenez, Restorative Medical Tattoo Artist and Founder of Z...
Breast Cancer and Weight Gain: What the Scale Doesn’t Tell You with Dr. Krystle Zuniga, Board Certified Oncology Dietician
In this very informative episode of Dear Cancer, I'm Beautiful, Melissa sits down with Dr. Krystle Zuniga, a Board Certified Oncology Dietitian, to ta...
Beyond the BRCA Gene: A Story of Risk Awareness and Breast Cancer Prevention, with Krista Brown, Oncology Nurse Navigator
In this compelling episode, host Melissa Berry continues the series "Decoding Destiny: Navigating Breast Cancer with Genetic Insight" with a heartfelt...
Step Therapy and the Financial Burden: Navigating Co-Pays, Out-of-Pocket Costs, and Financial Aid with Monica Bryant, Esq. Chief Operating Officer of Triage Cancer
In this episode of, "Your Voice. Your Health", we take a closer look at step therapy but this time through a financial lens.
I sat down with Mon...
The Critical Role of Genetic Counseling in Breast Cancer Prevention with Dena Goldberg, Board Certified Genetic Counselor
In this episode of Decoding Destiny: Navigating Breast Cancer with Genetic Insight, I'm joined by Dena Goldberg, board-certified genetic counselor and...
Turning Clinical Trials into a First Choice for Care with LaToya Bolds-Johnson, Physician Associate, Breast Cancer Survivor and Clinical Trials Advocate
Host Melissa Berry sits down with LaToya Bolds-Johnson — Physician Associate, triple negative breast cancer survivor, and passionate clinical trials a...
Reclaiming Pleasure After Cancer with CBD Intimacy Products with Melissa Eppard, Cancer Thriver, Coach, and Upstate Mary Co-Founder
Host Melissa Berry sits down with Melissa Eppard, a triple negative breast cancer survivor and co-founder of Upstate Mary, a wellness brand focused on...
How Genetic Testing Can Help You and Your Family Prevent Breast Cancer with Kathy Baker, Patient Advocate and Founder of My Faulty Gene
In this episode, we continue with a special series close to my heart: Decoding Destiny: Navigating Breast Cancer with Genetic Insight. I'm joined by K...
How Diversity in Clinical Trials Can Save Lives with Dr. Sara Horton, Strategic Clinical Trials Access and Partnerships, Lead - Quantum Leap Healthcare
Today is Clinical Trials Awareness Day, making it the perfect time to spotlight a powerful conversation about access, equity, and the future of cancer...
From Survivor to Founder: Redefining Swimwear with Post Swim with Lauren Yerkes, Breast Cancer Survivor and Founder of Post Swim
From Survivor to Founder: Redefining Swimwear with Post Swim with Lauren Yerkes, Breast Cancer Survivor and Founder of Post Swim
In this episode...
Beauty With A Purpose: Inside Thrive Causemetics with Karissa Bodnar, CEO and Founder of Thrive Causemetics and Bigger Than Beauty Skincare
In this episode of Dear Cancer, I'm Beautiful, we're talking about beauty, confidence, and self-care with Karissa Bodnar, CEO and Founder of Thrive Ca...
Breaking the Silence: Cancer Stigma and Cultural Barriers in South Asian Communities with Harjeet Kaur, Stage 4 Cancer Survivor, Patient Advocate & Influencer
In this special episode, host Melissa Berry is joined by Harjeet Kaur, a Stage 4 cancer survivor, patient advocate, speaker, influencer, and founder o...
The Life Saving Power of Self Breast Exams with Jessica Baladad, Founder of Feel For Your Life
The Life Saving Power of Self Breast Exams with Jessica Baladad, Founder of Feel For Your Life
In this episode, host Melissa Berry welcomes Jess...
“The Ultimate Guide To Oral Care During Cancer Treatment,” with (un) cancer Founders Dr. Robyn Lesser and Dr. Abida Taher
In this episode of Dear Cancer, I'm Beautiful, we discuss an often-overlooked aspect of cancer care: oral health.
Onco-Radioligist Dr. Abida Tah...
"Flat, Fierce and Feminine” with Style Expert and Breast Cancer Survivor Erica Deligne
In this episode of Dear Cancer, I'm Beautiful!, I'm joined by Erica Deligne, style expert, breast cancer survivor, and creator of the Flat, Fierce, an...
Progress and Promise for Triple Negative Breast Cancer, with Hayley Dinerman of the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation and Ricki Fairley of TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance
In this special episode, I sit down with Ricki Fairley of TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance and Hayley Dinerman of the Triple Negative Breast Ca...
“Tackling Step Therapy Disparities in Cancer Care Through Provider Education” with Jamil Rivers, Founder of Chrysalis Initiative
In this episode, I continue the "Your Voice. Your Health" series with a powerful conversation about step therapy, healthcare disparities, and patient...
"Redefining Sexy After a Unilateral Mastectomy" with Rachel Marx, Breast Cancer Advocate
In this episode, I sat down with breast cancer advocate Rachel Marx—aka baesymmetrical—who proudly calls herself the Uniboob Unicorn. After choosing a...
"Awakening Your Inner Goddess Through Photography After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis” with Charise Isis, Founder of The Grace Project
In this episode, I sit down with photographer Charise Isis, who helps breast cancer survivors rediscover their inner goddess through powerful imagery....
“The Healing Power of Sharing Your Cancer Story" with Tom Butina, Director, Oncology Patient Solutions & Alliances for Pfizer
In this episode, I'm joined by Tom Butina, a passionate advocate for the power of storytelling in the cancer community. Tom discusses his work with Th...
“SABCS 2024 Highlights Made Simple” with Dr. Tiffany Troso
In this episode, I'm thrilled to welcome Dr. Tiffany Troso, a medical oncologist with over 25 years of experience in treating breast and gynecological...
"The Complete Guide to Mammograms at Every Stage,” with Dr. Robyn Roth, Breast Radiologist and Founder of The Boobie Docs
In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Robyn Roth, also known as "The Boobie Docs," a breast radiologist specializing in breast health and early detection...
“Common Sexual Health Challenges After Breast Cancer and How to Navigate Them" with Host Melissa Berry and Deltra, Metastatic Breast Cancer Thriver and Advocate
In this episode of Empowered Intimacy: Getting Your Sexy Back After Breast Cancer, Melissa Berry and her co-host, Deltra, talk about the often-overloo...
"What You Need to Know About Genetic Testing for You and Your Family" with Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky, Board-Certified Medical Oncologist and Head of Breast and Gynecologic Medical Oncology at Valley-Mount Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Care
In this episode, we continue with a special series close to my heart: Decoding Destiny: Navigating Breast Cancer with Genetic Insight. Dr. Eleonora Te...
“How to Overcome Delays and Access the Right Treatment for Metastatic Breast Cancer” with Abigail Johnston, Metastatic Breast Cancer Advocate and Legal Expert
If you or someone you love is navigating metastatic breast cancer, this episode of Your Voice. Your Health is a must-listen. Abigail Johnston, a metas...
“Dating After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis: Feeling Confident Again” with Host Melissa Berry and Deltra, Metastatic Breast Cancer Thriver and Advocate
In this third episode of Empowered Intimacy: Getting Your Sexy Back After Breast Cancer, join Melissa and her dear friend and co-host Deltra as they e...
"How to Embrace Self-Pleasure After Breast Cancer" with Shay Martin, President and Owner of Vibratex
If you're a breast cancer patient or survivor facing challenges with intimacy and sexual pleasure, or if you're curious about how vibrators can help y...
“Everything You Need To Know About Breast Cancer & Genetics” with Sue Friedman, Founder and CEO of FORCE
In this episode of Dear Cancer, I'm Beautiful, we continue with a special series close to my heart: Decoding Destiny: Navigating Breast Cancer with Ge...
"Overcoming Intimacy Challenges with Your Partner After Breast Cancer” with Host Melissa Berry and Deltra, Metastatic Breast Cancer Thriver and Advocate
In the second episode of "Empowered Intimacy: Getting Your Sexy Back After Breast Cancer," Melissa Berry and Deltra take a deep dive into the difficul...
“How to Talk To Your Doctor During Breast Cancer Treatment” with Dr. Elizabeth Comen, Breast Oncologist and USA Today Best Selling Author of, “All In Her Head"
I'm thrilled to introduce Dr. Elizabeth Comen, a leading breast oncologist and USA Today bestselling author of "All In Her Head." Dr. Comen is passion...
"Learning to Love Yourself After A Breast Cancer Diagnosis” with Host Melissa Berry and Deltra, Metastatic Breast Cancer Thriver and Advocate
In the debut episode of "Empowered Intimacy: Getting Your Sexy Back After Breast Cancer," hosts Melissa Berry and Deltra share their personal breast c...
"Learning to Love Yourself After A Breast Cancer Diagnosis” with Host Melissa Berry and Deltra, Metastatic Breast Cancer Thriver and Advocate
In the debut episode of "Empowered Intimacy: Getting Your Sexy Back After Breast Cancer," hosts Melissa Berry and Deltra share their personal breast c...
“Overcoming the Darkness: Breast Cancer, Depression, and the Power of CBT” with Dr. Liz O'Riordan, former breast surgeon, three-time breast cancer survivor, and acclaimed author
In this deeply moving episode of "Dear Cancer, I'm Beautiful," I sit down with Dr. Liz O'Riordan, a former breast surgeon who has faced breast cancer...