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Understanding Metastatic Breast Cancer – Fundamentals of the Disease, Factors to be Considered in Treatment, Resources for Patients

Made possible with support from Genentech BioOncology

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Metastatic breast cancer occurs when breast cancer cells are transported to other parts of the body via the circulatory and/or lymphatic systems and begin to multiply there. There are important tumor characteristics that determine the likely prognosis and best management approach, including whether the cancer cell has estrogen and/or progesterone hormone receptors.
After this program, you will be able to:

  • Know the difference between early stage breast cancer, recurrent breast cancer and metastatic breast cancer
  • Understand the key factors in determining the prognosis in metastatic breast cancer
  • Be able to discuss their diagnostic workup and treatment approach with your physician and request tests as needed
  • Know what support and information resources are available to you.

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EXPERTS & GUESTS:
William Gradishar, M.D., F.A.C.P. William Gradishar, M.D., F.A.C.P.
Medical Oncologist, Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Dr. William Gradishar is an oncologist on the medical staff at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, director of Breast Medical Oncology at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University and professor of Medicine at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Gradishar specializes in hematology/oncology and breast cancer. He received his medical degree from the University of Illinois College... more >

Lillie Shockney, R.N., B.S., M.A.S., CBCN, CBPN-C Lillie Shockney, R.N., B.S., M.A.S., CBCN, CBPN-C
Administrative Director, Johns Hopkins Avon Foundation Breast Center, Johns Hopkins
Lillie Shockney has been the administrative director of the Johns Hopkins Avon Foundation Breast Center since 1997. A two-time breast cancer survivor, Lillie has worked tirelessly to improve the care of breast cancer patients around the world. She is a registered nurse with a Bachelor of Science degree in health care administration from Saint Joseph's College and a Masters in... more >

TRANSCRIPT:

  1. Introduction LISTEN
  2. What Does Metastatic Mean? LISTEN
  3. The Importance of Empowering Yourself with Information LISTEN
  4. Take Time to Define What’s Important to You LISTEN
  5. Managing Issues Outside Just Treating the Cancer LISTEN
  6. Seeking a Second Opinion LISTEN
  7. How to Use the Nurse as A Resource LISTEN
  8. What Are We Learning About Treating Metastatic Breast Cancer? LISTEN
  9. Other Resources LISTEN
  10. Metastatic Disease Varies in Patients LISTEN
  11. Final Thoughts LISTEN

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