En este episodio, conversamos con la Monja y Dra. Roseanne Popp, directora de la Clínica CHRISTUS St. Mary’s y aliada clave de The Rose. La Dra. Popp nos comparte cómo ha dedicado su vida a servir a la comunidad hispana, aprendiendo español para conectar mejor con sus pacientes y romper barreras en el acceso a la salud.

Hablamos sobre:
Su trabajo con mujeres sin seguro médico para garantizar mamografías gratuitas o de bajo costo.
Los programas de prevención que ofrece la Clínica CHRISTUS St. Mary’s y su colaboración con nuestro programa móvil de mamografías.
Las estrategias para garantizar que los pacientes asistan a sus citas.
Mitos y percepciones erróneas sobre las mujeres sin seguro médico y su cuidado de salud.
Consejos para mujeres que tienen miedo o dudas sobre hacerse una mamografía.

Este episodio está lleno de esperanza, compasión y soluciones prácticas para las mujeres que enfrentan desafíos en su cuidado médico.

Recursos mencionados:
CHRISTUS St. Mary’s
Número de contacto: 713-803-1840
Direccion: 2002 S. Wayside Drive, Houston, Texas 77023
Página web: https://christusfoundation.org/programs/christus-st-marys-clinic/

En este episodio, conversamos con la Monja y Dra. Roseanne Popp, directora de la Clínica CHRISTUS St. Mary’s y aliada clave de The Rose. La Dra. Popp nos comparte cómo ha dedicado su vida a servir a la comunidad hispana, aprendiendo español para conectar mejor con sus pacientes y romper barreras en el acceso a la salud.
Hablamos sobre:
<ul>
<li>Su trabajo con mujeres sin seguro médico para garantizar mamografías gratuitas o de bajo costo.</li>
<li>Los programas de prevención que ofrece la Clínica CHRISTUS St. Mary’s y su colaboración con nuestro programa móvil de mamografías.</li>
<li>Las estrategias para garantizar que los pacientes asistan a sus citas.</li>
<li>Mitos y percepciones erróneas sobre las mujeres sin seguro médico y su cuidado de salud.</li>
<li>Consejos para mujeres que tienen miedo o dudas sobre hacerse una mamografía.</li>
</ul>
Este episodio está lleno de esperanza, compasión y soluciones prácticas para las mujeres que enfrentan desafíos en su cuidado médico.
Recursos mencionados:
<ul>
<li>CHRISTUS St. Mary’s</li>
<ul>
<li>Número de contacto: 713-803-1840</li>
<li>Direccion: 2002 S. Wayside Drive, Houston, Texas 77023</li>
<li>Página web: <a href="https://christusfoundation.org/programs/christus-st-marys-clinic/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://christusfoundation.org/programs/christus-st-marys-clinic/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1733511365441000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0BzUyxxVeMzc94TVpzaik_">https://christusfoundation.org/programs/christus-st-marys-clinic/</a></li>
</ul>
</ul>

The Rose un Centro de Excelencia en Salud Mamamaria, presenta Hablemos de Nuestros Senos, con Elda Gavidia.

Cada semana, Elda conduce conversaciones sinceras con una variedad de personas en la comunidad del cáncer de mama. Desde médicos y empleados hasta donantes e individuos que influyen en las políticas, aprenderás todo lo que hay que saber sobre la enfermedad que afecta a tantas mujeres en nuestra comunidad.

<a href="https://therose.org">The Rose</a> un Centro de Excelencia en Salud Mamamaria, presenta Hablemos de Nuestros Senos, con Elda Gavidia.
Cada semana, Elda conduce conversaciones sinceras con una variedad de personas en la comunidad del cáncer de mama. Desde médicos y empleados hasta donantes e individuos que influyen en las políticas, aprenderás todo lo que hay que saber sobre la enfermedad que afecta a tantas mujeres en nuestra comunidad.

Hablemos de Nuestros Senos

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.

Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.
Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

Let's Talk About Your Breasts

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.


Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.
 Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

Monja y Médica: La Dra. Popp y Su Impacto en la Salud Comunitaria

Valerie McDaniels' story of discovering a lump in her breast and delaying medical attention due to a phobia, quickly escalated to a life-or-death struggle. She tells Dorothy Gibbons how a cruise in December 2023 revealed the critical nature of her condition when the mass burst, forcing her to seek urgent care. Ultimately, the support of her family and faith empowered Valerie to confront her fears and undergo the necessary exams and eventual treatments for breast cancer.

Key Questions Answered

1. Why did Valerie McDaniels conceal the lump in her breast from her husband?

2. What event triggered Valerie to finally seek medical help while on the cruise?

3. What was Valerie's initial reaction to her diagnosis, and why did she delay seeking treatment?

4. How did the medical staff on the cruise advise Valerie after she sought help for the bleeding ulcer?

5. What role did Valerie's primary care physician play in her treatment journey?

6. What was the significant outcome of Valerie's biopsy and mammogram at The Rose?

7. What methods did Valerie use to cope with her needle phobia during medical treatments?

8. Why did Valerie decide to undergo a double mastectomy, and what was the result?

9. How did Valerie's faith and support system impact her journey through cancer treatment?

Timestamped Overview

00:00 Girl hides from doctor; last to leave.

03:53 Fear of needles causes anxiety, insomnia.

09:14 Called mom to hospital, bleeding profusely.

12:00 Doctor advises biopsy for suspected breast cancer.

12:51 Urgently went to the Rose for biopsy.

18:59 Stage 3 HER2-positive breast cancer diagnosis.

21:39 Struggled with starting treatment through port.

25:18 Relaxing helps; they're trying to help me.

27:42 Experience: Misunderstood sensations; sought clarity, shared feelings.

29:27 I regret causing my family unnecessary stress.

33:28 The Rose Galleria: Mammogram, ultrasound, biopsy services.

Valerie McDaniels' story of discovering a lump in her breast and delaying medical attention due to a phobia, quickly escalated to a life-or-death struggle. She tells Dorothy Gibbons how a cruise in December 2023 revealed the critical nature of her condition when the mass burst, forcing her to seek urgent care. Ultimately, the support of her family and faith empowered Valerie to confront her fears and undergo the necessary exams and eventual treatments for breast cancer.
Key Questions Answered
1. Why did Valerie McDaniels conceal the lump in her breast from her husband?
2. What event triggered Valerie to finally seek medical help while on the cruise?
3. What was Valerie's initial reaction to her diagnosis, and why did she delay seeking treatment?
4. How did the medical staff on the cruise advise Valerie after she sought help for the bleeding ulcer?
5. What role did Valerie's primary care physician play in her treatment journey?
6. What was the significant outcome of Valerie's biopsy and mammogram at The Rose?
7. What methods did Valerie use to cope with her needle phobia during medical treatments?
8. Why did Valerie decide to undergo a double mastectomy, and what was the result?
9. How did Valerie's faith and support system impact her journey through cancer treatment?
Timestamped Overview
00:00 Girl hides from doctor; last to leave.
03:53 Fear of needles causes anxiety, insomnia.
09:14 Called mom to hospital, bleeding profusely.
12:00 Doctor advises biopsy for suspected breast cancer.
12:51 Urgently went to the Rose for biopsy.
18:59 Stage 3 HER2-positive breast cancer diagnosis.
21:39 Struggled with starting treatment through port.
25:18 Relaxing helps; they're trying to help me.
27:42 Experience: Misunderstood sensations; sought clarity, shared feelings.
29:27 I regret causing my family unnecessary stress.
33:28 The Rose Galleria: Mammogram, ultrasound, biopsy services.

A Fear of Needles Kept Her from Seeing a Doctor About the Lump in Her Breast

Dr. Chadi Nabhan's dedication to oncology is deeply rooted in the human connection with his patients. With more than 20 years of experience, he joins Dorothy Gibbons to emphasize the importance of open communication and knowledge between patient and doctor. His journey highlights that trust and clear communication are fundamental to navigating the cancer journey.

Key Questions Answered

1. What are the financial challenges related to waiving hospital fees for cancer patients?

2. How do social work, patient foundations, and philanthropy aid cancer patients?

3. Why is there a shortage of hospital and professional support compared to physicians willing to help patients?

4. Is cancer curable, and does it vary by type?

5. How do survival rates of cancer patients today compare to those 30 years ago?

6. Why is it important for cancer patients to seek second opinions?

7. How can patients manage their financial responsibilities related to cancer treatment?

8. What resources are available for uninsured cancer patients?

9. How should patients handle feelings of loss of control and guilt during cancer diagnosis and treatment?

Timestamped Overview

00:00 Chief Medical Officer, podcaster, author, healthcare advocate.

03:04 Access to information often lacks clarity, accuracy.

09:39 Cancer diagnosis often leads to feeling powerless.

10:29 Dialogue and collaboration aid understanding and problem-solving.

14:35 Human connection is key in patient care.

19:21 They must know you're on their side.

20:18 Inner strength and support provide crucial guidance.

24:10 Seek multiple opinions for serious health issues.

28:25 Connect uninsured patients to charity care assistance.

31:10 Better cancer cures emerging with advanced understanding.

Dr. Chadi Nabhan's dedication to oncology is deeply rooted in the human connection with his patients. With more than 20 years of experience, he joins Dorothy Gibbons to emphasize the importance of open communication and knowledge between patient and doctor. His journey highlights that trust and clear communication are fundamental to navigating the cancer journey.
Key Questions Answered
1. What are the financial challenges related to waiving hospital fees for cancer patients?
2. How do social work, patient foundations, and philanthropy aid cancer patients?
3. Why is there a shortage of hospital and professional support compared to physicians willing to help patients?
4. Is cancer curable, and does it vary by type?
5. How do survival rates of cancer patients today compare to those 30 years ago?
6. Why is it important for cancer patients to seek second opinions?
7. How can patients manage their financial responsibilities related to cancer treatment?
8. What resources are available for uninsured cancer patients?
9. How should patients handle feelings of loss of control and guilt during cancer diagnosis and treatment?
Timestamped Overview
00:00 Chief Medical Officer, podcaster, author, healthcare advocate.
03:04 Access to information often lacks clarity, accuracy.
09:39 Cancer diagnosis often leads to feeling powerless.
10:29 Dialogue and collaboration aid understanding and problem-solving.
14:35 Human connection is key in patient care.
19:21 They must know you're on their side.
20:18 Inner strength and support provide crucial guidance.
24:10 Seek multiple opinions for serious health issues.
28:25 Connect uninsured patients to charity care assistance.
31:10 Better cancer cures emerging with advanced understanding.

Improving Cancer Survival Rates

Kirk Cox joins Dorothy on Let’s Talk About Your Breasts to discuss how early encounters with his mother's breast cancer in the 60s profoundly affected him. Watching her bravery through invasive surgeries and treatments left an indelible mark. This personal history guided him as he later managed his Aunt Dottie's care and faced the tragic loss of his own child.

Key Questions Answered

1. How was Kirk Cox first introduced to breast cancer?

2. What were the treatments and experiences of his mother with breast cancer in the 1960s?

3. How did Kirk's mother manage her illness while raising children?

4. What was the difference in cancer treatment between the 1960s and 1970s as experienced by Kirk's mother?

5. What responsibility did Kirk take on after his mother’s passing?

6. How did the treatment for his Aunt Dottie's breast cancer differ from his mother's?

7. How has Kirk experienced and dealt with grief throughout his life?

8. What impact did the loss of Kirk's son have on him?

Timestamped Overview

00:00 Mother's breast cancer diagnosed later, treatment different.

04:45 Aunt misdiagnosed; family care responsibilities transferred.

09:05 Two friends drowned in lake after storm.

09:55 Received devastating news, started grieving child's loss.

13:53 Dealing with grief consistently prevents anxiety.

17:49 Grief resurfaces unpredictably; embrace it for healing.

21:59 It's okay to ask for help grieving.

25:39 Support network is vital for difficult conversations.

26:26 Impressed supporter of cancer care and technologies.

Kirk Cox joins Dorothy on Let’s Talk About Your Breasts to discuss how early encounters with his mother's breast cancer in the 60s profoundly affected him. Watching her bravery through invasive surgeries and treatments left an indelible mark. This personal history guided him as he later managed his Aunt Dottie's care and faced the tragic loss of his own child.
Key Questions Answered
1. How was Kirk Cox first introduced to breast cancer?
2. What were the treatments and experiences of his mother with breast cancer in the 1960s?
3. How did Kirk's mother manage her illness while raising children?
4. What was the difference in cancer treatment between the 1960s and 1970s as experienced by Kirk's mother?
5. What responsibility did Kirk take on after his mother’s passing?
6. How did the treatment for his Aunt Dottie's breast cancer differ from his mother's?
7. How has Kirk experienced and dealt with grief throughout his life?
8. What impact did the loss of Kirk's son have on him?
Timestamped Overview
00:00 Mother's breast cancer diagnosed later, treatment different.
04:45 Aunt misdiagnosed; family care responsibilities transferred.
09:05 Two friends drowned in lake after storm.
09:55 Received devastating news, started grieving child's loss.
13:53 Dealing with grief consistently prevents anxiety.
17:49 Grief resurfaces unpredictably; embrace it for healing.
21:59 It's okay to ask for help grieving.
25:39 Support network is vital for difficult conversations.
26:26 Impressed supporter of cancer care and technologies.

Monja y Médica: La Dra. Popp y Su Impacto en la Salud Comunitaria

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