The Breast Cancer Dialogues
Content independently created by SurvivorNet with support from Novartis.
Real Talk. Real Strength.
Real Stories.
The Breast Cancer Dialogues is a special SurvivorNet series bringing together remarkable survivors to talk about making a great life after breast cancer. Whether you’re newly post-treatment, or just starting to feel like yourself again, we think these conversations can help.
About Episode 1
In this candid roundtable conversation, you’ll hear from a mom rebuilding her life, a devoted caregiver, a breast cancer specialist, and a leading breast oncologist. Together, they unpack the emotional, physical, and personal realities of survivorship — from reclaiming your body and relationships to making empowered choices around preventing recurrence.
- LOCATION
ASCO Conference
Chicago IL - DATE
May 30, 2025
The Panelists
Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky
Head of Breast Medical OncologyDeb Song
Breast Cancer SurvivorEbonie Michelle
Breast Cancer SurvivorKelsie Barnhart
Breast Cancer SurvivorRoxanne (Carter) Parikh
Breast Cancer SurvivorKaren Xaverius
Breast Cancer SurvivorEpisode 1: Explore chapters
Life After Breast Cancer
ASCO, the largest cancer conference in the world, hosted SurvivorNet’s first episode of the Breast Cancer Dialogues. Against the backdrop of 50,000 people gathered to advance treatment, we set out to inspire millions by showing what life can be like as a survivor.
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Redefining Life
Post-Treatment
Life can be fun again. From motorcycle trips to new tattoos, our panelists share how they are reclaiming joy after the challenge of cancer.
The Power In Change
For many women, feeling love, and loving your body, are big parts of finding emotional well being after initial breast cancer treatment. If you're adjusting to the "new you," we think the stories in this chapter can help.
Preventing Recurrence: You Have Power
How do you conqueror the fear of breast cancer coming back? It's a question about both medication and mindset. Our panelists share the unique ways they found helpful to conquer this fear and make their own powerful choices about treatment.
Finding Hope
After Cancer
As a breast cancer survivor, hope is more than a feeling—it’s a lifeline. Breakthrough treatments, groundbreaking research, and a resilient community of women who’ve weathered the journey together all shine a light forward. Their stories, strength, and determination to thrive remind us that survivorship isn’t just possible—it’s powerful.
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