We're joined by Dr. Kathleen Jeffery, a breast surgeon at St. Mary's Breast Health Center who is a storied leader and breast cancer expert. She shares her journey to Athens, the comprehensive services provided by the Breast Health Center, the importance of mammograms and what age women should start getting them, and so much more.

Links

• Learn more about the St. Mary's Breast Health Center here in Northeast Georgia.

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Creators & Guests

• Brooke Marshall - Host
• Kathleen Jeffrey, MD - Guest

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• (00:00) - You're Safe With Her: Interviewing Dr. Kathleen Jeffery About The St. Mary's Breast Health Center
• (00:14) - Introduction and Guest Welcome
• (00:49) - Creating the Breast Health Program at St. Mary's
• (01:48) - Understanding St. Mary's Breast Health Center in Athens, Georgia
• (03:03) - Importance Of Early Detection For Breast Health
• (04:04) - When To Get A Mammogram, And How Often
• (07:04) - Genetic Counseling And Testing For Breast Health
• (08:08) - Dr. Jeffery On Trends In Imaging And Treatment For Breast Health
• (09:21) - Navigators Are A Crucial Part Of Our Patient Journey
• (10:55) - Stories from Dr. Jeffery's Work With Families Fighting Breast Cancer
• (11:57) - Community Initiatives and Financial Support
• (13:19) - Why Dr. Kathleen Jeffery Saves Lives
• (14:46) - Year-Round Breast Health Awareness
• (16:55) - Key Takeaways and Contact Information
• (18:31) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts