In this episode of The Medical Collective, Dr. Keisha Davis, pathologist and your host, is joined by Dr. Islamiat Ego-Osuala, a breast radiologist and guest speaker, along with Dr. Sharon Smith, an OB-GYN specialist, to discuss breast cancer. With a focus on both male and female breast cancer awareness, our panel dives into essential topics including screening methods, diagnosis, and the ongoing debates in breast cancer care. We also cover current news related to healthcare, including recent studies connecting mammograms to cardiovascular disease risk, and a new proposal for contraceptive coverage under insurance. Tune in to gain valuable insights on breast cancer awareness, risk factors, the role of early detection, and recent advancements in breast imaging.

Meet the Doctors

• Dr. Keisha Davis, M.D. – Pathologist, Host

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• Dr. Islamiat Ego-Osuala, M.D. – Breast Radiologist (Guest Appearance)

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• Dr. Sharon Smith, M.D. – Obstetrician-Gynecologist

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Resources and References

1. FDA Drug Recalls – For information on the recent antidepressant recall, visit: https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-recalls

2. Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC) – Studies on breast artery calcifications and cardiovascular risk: https://www.jacc.org

3. White House Announcement on Contraceptive Coverage – Details on Biden’s proposal to expand contraceptive coverage: https://www.whitehouse.gov

4. CDC Information on E. coli Outbreak – For updates on the recent E. coli outbreak linked to burgers, visit: https://www.cdc.gov/ecoli/

5. American Cancer Society (ACS) – Breast cancer screening guidelines and statistics: https://www.cancer.org

6. MD Anderson Cancer Center – Research and statistics on breast cancer: https://www.mdanderson.org

7. National Cancer Institute – Genetic risk factors and statistics on breast cancer: https://www.cancer.gov

8. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) – Guidelines on breast self-exams and screening recommendations: https://www.acog.org