Meet Dr. Natasha Rueth is a surgical oncologist and chief of breast cancer services at Memorial Cancer Institute
Dr. Natasha Rueth is a surgical oncologist and chief of breast cancer services at Memorial Cancer Institute
Everyday Health
Embracing Resilience: 8 Years of Mastectomyversary with BRCASTRONG
Today marks a significant milestone in my journey – it’s been 8 years since my mastectomy, a day etched into my memory with a mix of emotions. As the Founder of BRCASTRONG, I find strength in sharing my story, hoping it inspires others facing similar challenges.
Milestones
Eight years ago, I became a previvor. A Lot has changed since then. Each year I have crossed a new milestone in my life. I am proud to share some of these milestones with all of you, as a reminder that things change
My Diagnosis, treatment and ongoing journey with my wife’s supports every step of the way.
In December 2022, I was diagnosed with Stage 1 invasive ductal carcinoma. I was emotional, afraid of what was to come and feeling unsure of my future as every person receiving this diagnosis no matter where it is in your body. After a battery of testing over two weeks during the Christmas holidays, I had […]
TNBC YOGAQUEEN V
Valencia Robinson, Ed.S was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer in October 2006. She was busy enjoying life as a high school English teacher and a mother of a 3, 4, 5, and 8 year old. She continued teaching during chemotherapy. Her experience ignited in her a passion to become an advocate for others, especially as […]
Shaving my armpit one morning and felt pain
In October of 2019, the month I turned 30, I was shaving my armpit one morning when I felt some pain. I stopped and felt around, and I felt a large lump that I could move around in my armpit. I was startled. When I was 25, I found out I had the BRCA1 mutation […]
Hereditary Cancer Changed Everything
On an absolutely beautiful and carefree Arizona autumn day in October 2017, my wife and I spent the day hiking. While hiking, we happened upon a large band of coatimundi mothers and babies foraging and playing among the cottonwood and sycamore trees. The experience can only be described as magical as we watched the mothers […]
Quality of Life Through Cancer Journey Meet Adrian Cristian, MD, Chief of Cancer Rehabilitation
Adrian Cristian, M.D., is a physiatrist and the chief of cancer rehabilitation at Miami Cancer Institute. Dr. Cristian specializes in the treatment of physical impairments affecting the neurologic, musculoskeletal and lymphatic systems of persons undergoing cancer treatment as well as cancer survivors. His professional interests include loss of muscle mass associated with cancer and cancer […]
Triple Negative Breast Cancer
My name is Nancy. A mother, wife, and breast cancer survivor. I am a licensed registered nurse and the owner of Toriabel Aesthetics—where I provide medical and cosmetic tattoo services.