The Breast Cancer Dialogues
New York Edition

Content independently created by SurvivorNet with support from Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp.

Unleash The Power To Thrive.

The Breast Cancer Dialogues is a special SurvivorNet series about creating a new life after breast cancer. Remarkable survivors reveal how they've transformed and elevated their lives, and how you can too.

About Episode 2

SYNOPSIS

On a beautiful summer day in New York City filled with hope, SurvivorNet gathered four remarkable breast cancer survivors; an entrepreneur who took a leap of faith to launch her own business after treatment, a marathon runner back to crossing finish lines, a yoga instructor and masseuse embracing healing more deeply than ever, and a creative marketing professional who found the courage to explore new paths after cancer. Along with a leading physician in the breast cancer world, they share their stories and reimagine what’s possible in the next chapters of their lives.

  • LOCATION

    New York City

  • DATE

    August 26, 2025

The Panelists

Dr. Elisa Port

Chief of Breast Surgery at Mount Sinai Health System

Joshalyn Mills

Breast Cancer Survivor

Viviana Figueroa

Breast Cancer Survivor

Suzanne Hyde

Breast Cancer Survivor

Marygrace Graves

Breast Cancer Survivor

Episode 2: Explore chapters

Chapter 1

A Journey of Transformation

Viviana, Joshalyn, Marygrace, and Suzanne share the remarkable ways their lives have transformed after surviving breast cancer. From crossing marathon finish lines to reaching a first half-million in sales, these women are redefining what it means to truly live cancer-free.

Read more icon-box
Chapter 2

Owning My Treatment Journey

For many breast cancer survivors, recurrence remains a persistent emotional challenge. Panelists share the unique ways they found to conquer their fears and live with more confidence.

Read more icon-box
Chapter 3

"The Hope Chest"- Treasures To Unlock Your Dreams

Each survivor brought a personal item that represents resilience, growth, and new beginnings to place in our “Hope Chest.” Taking an item out of a simple box became a way to unleash hope, ignite second chances, and live fully beyond diagnosis and treatment.

Read more icon-box
Chapter 4

Portraits of Resilience

“Portraits of Resilience” brings each woman face-to-face with a powerful reminder of her journey. We showed every survivor a photo of herself and invited her to reflect on how far she’s come. These moments revealed a special sense of strength, beauty, and the courage to keep moving forward.

Read more icon-box
Chapter 5

Finding Peace and Purpose

Viviana, Joshalyn, Marygrace, and Suzanne reflect on what being together means to each of them.

Read more icon-box

Next in the Series: Episode 3

next-episode-img

Episode 3: Unleash The Power To Thrive.

The Breast Cancer Dialogues is a special SurvivorNet series about creating a new life after breast cancer. Remarkable survivors reveal how they've transformed and elevated their lives, and how you can too.

reminder-icon Watch Episode

Previous in the Series: Episode 1

previous-episode-img

Episode 1: Unleash The Power To Thrive.

The Breast Cancer Dialogues is a special SurvivorNet series about creating a new life after breast cancer. Remarkable survivors reveal how they've transformed and elevated their lives, and how you can too.

reminder-icon Watch Episode
×

Introducing, the Journey Bar

Use this bar to access information about the steps in your cancer journey.

Please confirm you are a US based health care provider:

Yes, I am a health care Provider No, I am not a health care provider