243: In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jennifer Simmons, a former top breast cancer surgeon turned functional medicine expert. We discuss her journey from conventional medicine to a root-cause-focused approach, and what inspired her to launch Real Health MD and perfeQTion Imaging.
I had the incredible opportunity to visit her imaging center in Philadelphia for a breast scan, and it was unlike anything I’ve ever experienced—non-invasive, painless, and completely radiation-free. We talk all about this alternative to traditional mammograms and the many ways women can take proactive steps toward better breast health without fear or discomfort.
Topics Discussed:
What is perfeQTion Imaging and how does it compare to traditional mammograms?
Are there non-invasive and radiation-free options for breast cancer screening?
How does functional medicine approach breast cancer prevention and treatment?
What are the side effects of traditional breast cancer treatments and are there alternatives?
How can lifestyle and diet influence your risk for breast cancer?
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:03:27 – Dr. Simmons’ Background
00:08:39 – Dr. Mark Hyman & Functional Medicine
00:14:28 – Rethinking Mammograms
00:24:22 – Breast Cancer Treatment Options
00:27:10 – Treatment Side Effects
00:31:55 – Synthetic Hormones
00:34:24 – Infertility & IVF
00:35:10 – Breast Cancer Screening
00:39:12 – Stage 0 Breast Cancer
00:41:22 – Root Cause Approach
00:42:41 – Leaving Surgery Behind
00:49:59 – Nutrition During Chemo
00:52:38 – Fasting & Chemo
00:58:34 – Breast Cancer Prevention
01:02:07 – Metabolic Health & Screening
01:06:56 – Dr. Simmon’s breast cancer screenings
01:10:33 – The future of breast cancer prevention
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