Each summer I volunteer to serve on the faculty of the Union for Reform Judaism’s Olin Sang Ruby Institute Camp for two weeks.  In November of 2018, I was diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer, which made going to camp unpredictable for the coming summer. As I spoke with my… Continue reading →

Improving lives and saving lives is a tag line of Sharsheret.  During my summer internship at this amazing organization I have had the privilege of watching this come true on a daily basis.  Growing up in Teaneck, Sharsheret was always a household name and I have previously… Continue reading →

Breast cancer treatment seems to be full of unexpected “surprises,” and one high on that list is “cording” (or Axillary Webbing Syndrome, if you want to be fancy). The symptoms are best described as a really specific sensation of pulling, the kind you can pinpoint and… Continue reading →

I am a physical therapist who primarily helps women rehab from breast cancer diagnosis. Last week, two separate women made a very similar comment that prompted this blog post. Both had recently undergone reconstructive breast surgery and now have their implants, and when they… Continue reading →

Throughout every stage of post-reconstructive surgery, rehabilitation is a valuable tool to maximize outcomes.  Mastectomy and other types of breast surgeries, can result in impaired function of the upper extremities. Breast Rehabilitation can be integral during the healing… Continue reading →

Many women facing breast cancer have questions about types of breast reconstruction – “What type is best for me What choices do I have” Breast reconstruction takes two forms. The first type, which is known as partial breast reconstruction, can be performed after… Continue reading →

Mindfulness: A mental state achieved by focusing one's awareness on the present moment. My cancer diagnosis, and the months and years that followed, have taught me the incredible value of mindfulness, particularly for combating the emotional roller coaster of cancer treatment… Continue reading →

In the blink of an eye, your world is turned upside down. You barely have time to digest the diagnosis before you are inundated with more information and reality than you can process. Treatments begin and a cascade of challenges follow for you and those who love and care for… Continue reading →

Are you being exposed to toxins that may increase your risk of breast cancer Chemicals found in personal care products have been shown in studies to mimic estrogen and may be associated with breast cancer. During vulnerable lifespan stages such as in-utero, infancy,… Continue reading →