
Episode #32
Why Is Medicine Asking The Wrong Questions, The Truth About Mammograms, Estrogen Is Not The Enemy With Dr Jenn Simmons
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Jenn Simmons, former breast surgeon, founder of Real Health MD and Perfection Imaging, author of The Smart Woman’s Guide to Breast Cancer , and host of the Keeping A Breast podcast. Jenn spent years working inside conventional medicine before her own health crisis pushed her to question what she had been taught and look more closely at prevention, screening and the bigger picture of women’s health. We talk about mammograms, breast imaging, hormones, functional medicine and why women deserve more information, context and choice when making decisions about their health. Jenn also shares why she believes prevention has to go far beyond early detection, and why becoming curious, asking better questions and taking an active role in your own care can be so powerful. Highlights: (06:31) - The personal mission that took Jenn from conventional breast surgery to challenging the status quo (11:11) - The health crisis that made her ask a completely different question: what if there’s something more? (23:51) - Why no doctor can be the hero of your health story, and why that power ultimately belongs to you (27:48) - Jenn’s perspective on mammograms, ultrasounds and why she believes women need more screening options (50:35) - Why early detection alone isn’t enough, and what a more preventative approach could look like (57:24) - Hormone replacement, bio-individuality and why Jenn says one-size-fits-all prescribing is not enough For breast cancer screening: https://www.perfeqtionimaging.com/ For help on your breast cancer journey: https://www.jennsimmonsmd.com/ Jenn's book: The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuide Connect with Jenn: https://www.twitter.com/DrJennSimmons https://www.perfeqtionimaging.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-simmons-md-16198389/ https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons Qualia Mind - click here Coupon Code: SHOCKANDYALL (15% off any purchase) Visit Nicole’s on demand fitness platform for live weekly classes and a recorded library of yoga, strength training, guided audio meditations and mobility (Kinstretch) classes, as well: https://www.sweatandstillness.com Grab Nicole’s bestselling children’s book and enter your email for A FREE GIFT: https://www.yolkedbook.com Find Nicole on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolesciacca/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenicolesciacca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicolesciaccayoga/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1X8PPWCQa2werd4unex1eA Practice yoga with Nicole in person in Santa Monica, CA at Aviator Nation Ride. Get the App to book in: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/aviator-nation-ride/id1610561929 Book a discovery call or virtual assessment with Nicole here: https://www.calendly.com/nicolesciacca This Podcast is proudly produced by Wavemakers Audio

