In 2015, I had a skin-sparing double mastectomy that not only removed two invasive breast cancer tumors but also removed both my nipples. I had to wait 8 months to heal before trying have a surgical procedure to reconstruct nipples and then wait another 4 months after that surgery for areola … [Read more...] about Dana Reinke, Ambassador for Pink Perfect, Breast Cancer Survivor, Patient Advocacy
Archives for August 2019
Casey White, Certified Areola Tattoo Artist
Casey is a Certified Paramedical Cosmetic Tattoo Artist. With degrees in Art and Science, he believes the mixture of the two gives him a unique edge when dealing with Aesthetics. The utmost in quality and care are are taken during all procedures. State of the Art techniques … [Read more...] about Casey White, Certified Areola Tattoo Artist
Nalini Chilkov L.Ac., OMD, Founder of OutSmart Cancer
Dr. Nalini Chilkov combines her diverse training in Traditional Oriental Medicine, Modern Biomedicine, and Cell Biology with more than 30 years in private practice. Dr. Chilkov is a respected expert in Collaborative Integrative Cancer Care, known both for her meticulous attention to detail and … [Read more...] about Nalini Chilkov L.Ac., OMD, Founder of OutSmart Cancer
UAB Integrative Medical Clinic for Integrative Therapy
Patients today are often aware of the health and mental benefits of practices like yoga, meditation, and art and music therapies. Many physicians want a place to refer patients that can offer guidance in a clinical setting with a physician’s oversight. “This is information patients will go looking … [Read more...] about UAB Integrative Medical Clinic for Integrative Therapy
Jennifer Shaw, Counseling and Health and Wellness Coaching
There came a point in my life where I found I didn’t have time to take care of myself and do the things I loved. My coach helped me learn the power of saying yes and being very clear on what I was saying yes to. I began working on asking myself a series of questions prior to saying yes to things … [Read more...] about Jennifer Shaw, Counseling and Health and Wellness Coaching
ShantaQuilette Develle MBA, CPLC, MH, CEO of Thrive Innovations + Pink Peppermint Project, Women’s Health Activist
ShantaQuilette is the founder and CEO of The Pink Peppermint Project which is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization with a mission to provide programs, services, and resources to women and men affected by a breast cancer diagnosis. Our focus is to educate, empower, and encourage all … [Read more...] about ShantaQuilette Develle MBA, CPLC, MH, CEO of Thrive Innovations + Pink Peppermint Project, Women’s Health Activist
Thomas Anker DO, Family Medicine Osteopathic Physician, Integrative Health
I am a newly graduated Family Medicine Osteopathic Physician. Throughout my training, my love and interest primarily went towards alternatives to pharmaceuticals or “integrative health.” My other love was end of life care." The end-of-life and cancer supportive care, I feel, tie in perfectly with … [Read more...] about Thomas Anker DO, Family Medicine Osteopathic Physician, Integrative Health
Abigail Levinson Marks PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Specialist in Family Illness and Loss, Cancer Family Camp Director, Counseling in Grieving and Bereavement
Serious illness in a parent or child can put huge stress on everyone in a family. Roles shift, worries can go underground, and parents often wonder how to explain to their children what is happening, and help them through this difficult time. I have worked with families confronting illness and loss … [Read more...] about Abigail Levinson Marks PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Specialist in Family Illness and Loss, Cancer Family Camp Director, Counseling in Grieving and Bereavement