Episode 85: Empowering Patients & Caregivers w/ Dr. Tiffany Troso: A New Era in Cancer Care

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In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome back Tiffany Troso-Sandoval MD, a distinguished medical oncologist with a quarter-century of experience in women's cancers. Dr. Troso shares her insights from a recent breast cancer symposium, illuminating groundbreaking patient care and treatment strategy advancements. As she shares her journey from the clinic to her broader role in cancer advocacy through her company, Winning The Cancer Journey, Dr. Troso unveils some of her plans aimed at educating and empowering both patients and caregivers.
We explore the complex world of metastatic breast cancer treatment, emphasizing estrogen receptor-positive cases. We review the different types of anti-estrogen therapies including how and why they work. We discuss the role of CDK4/6 inhibitors used with aromatase inhibitors, breaking down how these treatments target estrogen pathways to curb cancer growth. We navigate the intricacies of ESR1 mutations and explore how selective estrogen receptor degraders (SERDs) are crucial in overcoming treatment resistance.
From chemotherapy timing to empowering caregivers, we delve into the multifaceted nature of breast cancer treatment decisions. Dr. Troso shares her transition from hands-on patient care to creating impactful online resources, highlighting the ongoing nature of the cancer journey for both patients and caregivers.
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Rozdziały

1. Breast Cancer Advocacy and Education (00:00:00)

2. Understanding Breast Cancer Treatment Options (00:14:02)

3. Navigating Breast Cancer Treatment Decisions (00:27:06)

4. Empowering Patients and Caregivers Through Education (00:35:25)

5. Navigating the Cancer Journey (00:40:22)