The Breast Cancer Podcast

Managing Body Image with Cancer Survivor, Kelli Santana

November 01, 2022 Dr. Deepa Halaharvi & Monica Brooks Season 2 Episode 7
Managing Body Image with Cancer Survivor, Kelli Santana
The Breast Cancer Podcast
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The Breast Cancer Podcast
Managing Body Image with Cancer Survivor, Kelli Santana
Nov 01, 2022 Season 2 Episode 7
Dr. Deepa Halaharvi & Monica Brooks

Breast Cancer Survivor, Kelli Santana, had always felt her breasts were a part of her identity.  She shares her insights and perspective after undergoing a goldilocks double mastectomy and how she works through the emotions  of sadness and how she's learning to embrace her new body. 

Dr. Deepa Halaharvi breakdowns what a goldilocks mastectomy is and why it is an option for women who may not be candidates for reconstruction.

Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast

Show Notes

Breast Cancer Survivor, Kelli Santana, had always felt her breasts were a part of her identity.  She shares her insights and perspective after undergoing a goldilocks double mastectomy and how she works through the emotions  of sadness and how she's learning to embrace her new body. 

Dr. Deepa Halaharvi breakdowns what a goldilocks mastectomy is and why it is an option for women who may not be candidates for reconstruction.

Instagram: @thebreastcancerpodcast