Focusing On You
Webcast Series
Myriad Genetics: Understanding Testing Options & Cost
On this episode of "Focusing On You" Heather King, Hope Abounds Cancer Network's Director of Education talks with Sarah Pass of Myriad Genetics. Sarah Pass, MMSc, CGC discusses the role of a Genetic Counselor and how Myriad works with doctors and patients to give accurate testing. Sarah also shares information about the cost of good genetic testing.
Breast Cancer Surgery with Dr. Gregory Bebb, MD (18)
Dr. Gregory Bebb, MD, FACS
Heather King, Educational Director for Hope Abounds, interviews Dr. Gregory Bebb, MD, FACS. Dr. Bebb, a noted surgeon in Southeastern North Carolina, is with the Wilmington Surgical Associates Practice and specializes in cancer surgery for Breast, Melanoma and Thyroid cancers.
“Overview on Cancer Genetics for Patients” (35)
Episode 035 - This program "Cancer Genetics: Knowledge is Power” was presented at the 10th Annual EAST COAST SHAG CLASSIC in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. The program is sponsored by Logan Homes of North Carolina. Heather King, Hope Abounds Cancer Network Education Director, shares an informative program and answers questions at the conclusion of presentation.
“Understanding your Breast Surgeons’ Role in Cancer Care” (34)
On today's FOY, Heather will talk with Dr. Rachel Jendro, DO, FACOS. Our subject is Breast Cancer. Dr. Jendro is a Doctor of Oncology Breast Cancer Surgery and after all her training she was chosen to continue her training with a Fellowship Surgical study. The hospital in Florida that chose her for the Fellowship Study only choses one Doctor per year.
“Understanding the Role of a Caregiver and Support Resources Available” (33)
Deborah Boyle
This edition of FOY is on Caregiving. Lisa talks with Deborah A. Boyle, MSN, RN, AOCNS, FAAN. Mrs. Boyle has written a wonderful and informative book titled "THE CAREGIVER'S COMPANION." The book can be ordered at your favorite bookstore or on Amazon. We know you will want to listen and be encouraged by the conversation .
“Understanding Skin Cancer and a Dermatologist’s Role” Episode (032)
Dr. Megan Kaufman
In this edition of FOY, Lisa talks with Dermatologist Megan Kaufman, MD, FAAD, MSHA. The month of May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month so this edition is very helpful as we approach the nice warm weather to be outside.
Understanding Potential Cardiac Effects of Your Cancer Therapies (28)
Dr. Susan Dent, M.D., Heather King
This very interesting Focusing On You is an interview with Dr. Susan Dent, M.D. from Duke Cancer Institute http://(www.dukehealth.org). Our topic is "Cardiotoxicity" - the effects of chemotherapy on the heart.