Csrlivewell Podcast

It's estimated that 1 out of 8 women in the US will be diagnosed with breast cancer.  That's about a 12% lifetime risk of being diagnosed with breast cancer. Researchers, Physicians and even Hospitals are constantly working to find better ways to detect and treat breast cancer. Dr. Judith Thompson, surgeon and steering committee member of the newly formed Comprehensive Breast Cancer Program at CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - New Braunfels discusses the program. CHRISTUS Santa Rosa is leading the way in comprehensive breast cancer care in New Braunfels, Texas. At the center of the program is a Breast Cancer Tumor Board that meets to review treatments for newly diagnosed patients. A group of multi-specialty physicians review cases in a community setting. The board's findings and recommendations act as a second opinion and are presented to the patient's treating surgeon. A key component of the program includes a Nurse Patient Navigator who helps guide patients through the healthcare system. In addition to di