This Fourth of July holiday, we celebrate our freedom and honor those who make The Rose a safe and secure experience every day for our patients, staff, and visitors.

During this conversation, Dorothy speaks with The Rose’s security guard—and boxer—Shane Evans. Shane’s been providing security for the Southeast location for the past few years, and he brings a unique perspective to the show.

What can the breast cancer community learn from an undefeated boxer?

A lot.

Shane’s own experiences in the ring have taught him the critical importance of perseverance and maintaining a positive mindset, lessons he eagerly shares with those around him and especially those battling breast cancer.

He’s also a boxer who’s yet to be beaten, and you’ll hear just how fearful his opponents are when they see him!

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Key Questions Answered

1.) How has Shane’s role as a security guard at the Rose provided a sense of safety and support for women facing breast cancer?

2.) How has Shane’s boxing career taught him the importance of perseverance and maintaining a positive attitude?

3.) What can women do to keep themselves safe in an unpredictable world?

4.) What are the parallels between breast cancer and boxing?

Chapters

00:00 Shane's Experience as a Security Guard

02:27 Shane's Boxing Career

03:55 Shane's Positive Attitude

05:23 Risks and Training in Boxing

07:30 Safety Tips for Women

08:58 Correlating Fighting Breast Cancer with Boxing

09:28 Shane's Mentoring Approach

10:24 Keeping a Positive Attitude

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Independence Day is this week and in the spirit of celebrating our freedom and those who defend our community, today’s podcast guest describes her experience with breast cancer while also bravely serving in the City of Galveston Police Department.

“If your doctor didn't listen to you, you need to find another doctor.”

Those are the words of Stacy Papillion.

Affectionately known as “Sergeant Pap,” Stacey knows a thing or two about breast cancer. She beat it twice. The second time around was a battle she fought alongside her mother, who was also diagnosed.

During this episode, Dorothy and Stacy discuss her journey, how her community of peers rallied around her, what it was like to fight breast cancer while her mother was fighting it, too, and so much more.

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Key Questions Answered

1.) Why is support from colleagues crucial during a cancer journey?

2.) How can early detection through self-examination lead to better outcomes?

3.) Why is open communication with doctors essential for understanding treatment options?

Chapters

00:00 From Financial Need to Fulfilling Career

01:31 The Importance of Support

06:37 Balancing Work and Treatment

08:07 Chemotherapy, Radiation, and Surgery

28:26 Advocating for Breast Cancer Awareness

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Dorothy sits down with Dr. Wei Yang, a renowned professor and breast radiologist. Dr. Yang emphasizes the significance of mammography, recommending annual screening starting at age 40 for women at average risk.

During this conversation, you’ll hear about the benefits of digital breast tomosynthesis (3D mammography) and breast MRI for women at elevated risk, highlighting the positive outcomes associated with early-stage breast cancer diagnosis. Dr. Yang underscores the importance of early detection and the role of emerging technologies, such as contrast-enhanced mammograms and artificial intelligence, in improving breast imaging, and more.

Her personal story is as interesting as the work she is doing to level the playing field for all women, insured or uninsured.

Key Questions Answered

1.) What is the importance of breast cancer screening, and what are Dr. Yang's recommendations for mammography screening?

2.) How do digital breast tomosynthesis (3D mammography) and breast MRI benefit women at elevated risk of breast cancer?

3.) What are the positive outcomes associated with early-stage breast cancer diagnosis, and why is early detection so crucial?

4.) What new technologies, such as contrast-enhanced mammograms and artificial intelligence, are emerging to improve breast imaging?

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:16 Choosing Radiology and Specializing in Breast Imaging

05:40 Different Screening Modalities in Breast Cancer

07:00 Understanding Digital Breast Tomosynthesis

09:55 The Role of Breast MRI in High-Risk Women

14:11 Diagnostic Workup for Abnormal Mammograms

18:50 Exploring New Technologies in Breast Imaging

20:42 Embracing Artificial Intelligence in Medicine

21:09 Navigating Gender Asymmetry in Medicine

22:36 Supporting Patients and Delivering Clear Communication

25:31 The Importance of Forgiving Self and Taking One Step at a Time

28:23 Hopes for the Future and the Importance of Passion

30:14 Encouraging Women to Prioritize Their Health

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