On Call with Dr. Randy
On Call with Dr. Randy
Dr. Randy Hines II
S2 E13: Breast Cancer: Risks, Screenings and Treatment Considerations
41 minutes Posted Oct 5, 2022 at 8:00 am.
Journey to becoming a Breast Surgeon
Job of a Breast Surgeon
Screening vs. diagnostic imaging
Who has an increased risk for breast cancer
Abnormal mammogram next steps
Role of genetics in treatment
Mastectomies
Insurance coverage
Treatment expectations
Early screenings
Randy’s Random Questions
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It's October, which means we're kicking off Breast Cancer Awareness Month! This week, Dr. Randy Hines II goes on call with Dr. April Spencer, a board-certified general surgeon who specializes in breast surgery, specifically for breast cancer patients. Together, they discuss everything you need to know about breast cancer including information regarding mammograms, screenings, next steps after abnormalities and more. What you can expect in this episode:
 
6: 35 - When to get screened for breast cancer
36”45 - Words of wisdom
 
Tweetable Quotes:
“The lives that I feel like I can impact the most, are with those who look the most like me.” - Dr. April Spencer
“It’s the education that will give us better outcomes.” - Dr. April Spencer
“It’s not about vanity, it’s about sanity” [when talking about mastectomies] - Dr. April Spencer
 
"Be aware of your anatomy." - Dr. April Spencer
“If you see something, say something.” - Dr. April Spencer
 
 
About Dr. April Spencer:
Dr. April Spencer is the Founder and Chief Operating Surgeon of Dr. Spencer’s Global Breast Health & Wellness Center. She is a board certified general surgeon and completed a Breast Surgery Fellowship At MD Anderson Cancer Center. As a breast surgical expert, she  provides 100% breast surgical services to women, men and adolescents. Dr. Spencer has recently launched her own makeup and skincare line, https://www.taylormadecosmetics.online/. 
 
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Contact Dr. April Spencer: https://www.draprilspencer.com/ 
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Breast Cancer Support Groups: https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-support-groups