Dr. Simran Malhotra, a physician and breast cancer survivor, shares her experience of discovering her genetic mutation, the choices she made as a result, and how it has impacted her life in today's episode.
In this episode, you will learn: (Revision by Ysa)
What is it like to have the BRCA1 (BReast CAncer gene 1) gene mutation?
Cancer risks for BRCA1 and BRCA2 (BReast CAncer gene 1 & 2) gene mutation carriers
How does lifestyle medicine lower the risk of cancer for individuals with BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutations
Resources:
American Institute for Cancer Research
Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
Other episodes you'll enjoy.
234: What You Can Do to Reduce the Risk of Developing Breast Cancer with Dr. Amy Comander
192: Raising Awareness on Cancer Survivorship with Dr. Amy Herman Comander and Dr. Simran Malhotra
232: How to Thrive in Life | The Power of Positive Psychology with Dr. Liana Lianov
About Dr. Simran Malhotra
Dr. Simran Malhotra is a triple board-certified physician in internal medicine, hospice & palliative care, and lifestyle medicine. She completed the T. Colin Campbell Plant-based nutrition certificate in 2019, the CHEF culinary coaching certification in 2020, and is now a WellCoaches certified health and wellness coach. She is a member of the ACLM women’s health member interest group and serves as the co-chair of the breast cancer subcommittee alongside Dr. Amy Comander.
On a personal note, she is a mom of two kids and a BRCA 1 previvor with a strong family history of breast & female reproductive cancers. She underwent a risk-reducing bilateral mastectomy & total hysterectomy in 2020. Outside of her palliative care practice, she recently started Coach Simran MD, a platform she uses to empower, educate and guide women, particularly at high risk for cancer with or without genetic mutations, on the powerful impact that positive lifestyle changes can have on their quality of life and even longevity.
Connect with Dr. Simran
Website: By Coach Simran MD
Instagram: @drsimran.malhotra
Facebook: Coach Simran MD
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