I'm kicking off 2026 with The Reclaim Your Power – New Year Series (4 episodes this month) to help women with cancer start the year informed, confident, and actively participating in their care—rather than feeling overwhelmed or sidelined.

I think this is the perfect episode to start, because so many patients feel dismissed, rushed, or unsure how to speak up about their care, especially during cancer treatment.

A cancer diagnosis can push patients into a fast-moving system where decisions are critical and voices can easily get lost. In this episode, we're joined by Claudia Cometta, a former pharmacist who transformed her father's cancer journey into a mission to empower patients.

She shares practical tools and hard-won insights to help you advocate for yourself, communicate more confidently with your care team, and feel truly supported throughout the cancer care experience.

What You'll Learn:

• Claudia shares how she was shocked by her father's "terrible" patient experience.

• How to transform your patient journey from passive recipient to empowered collaborator.

• Understanding hospital roles and navigating the complex medical system.

• The one thing that will reframe your illness from a battle to an ally.

• Why you never need permission to ask questions during cancer care.

• The first step to being more mindful of your wellness.

• Avanti Health Consultants' unique 24/7 personalized patient navigation and support.

02:06 What's Wrong With Healthcare

05:16 Changing How We See The Cancer Journey

06:42 How Avanti Supports Patients

08:58 Tips For Doctor Visits

11:25 Becoming An Empowered Patient

19:44 It's Okay To Ask For Help

Put Yourself First!

Understand your diagnosis, navigate your treatment options with confidence, and advocate strongly for your own well-being. Learn more at https://drtiffanytroso.com/home

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About Me - Dr. Tiffany Troso

I'm a double board-certified medical oncologist specializing in breast and gynecological cancers, with over 25 years of experience at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
But more than credentials—I'm here because I know the system doesn't always see you.

Women like you are used to taking care of everyone else. But cancer is different. You deserve clear answers, fierce advocacy, and guidance that prioritizes you.

That's what I do. Through one-on-one consults, coaching, and my signature Empowered Patient Method, I help you regain clarity, confidence, and control—without the chaos.

Why does something as simple as eating become so overwhelming after breast cancer?

For so many women, food goes from a source of comfort to a source of constant second-guessing. One article says a food is helpful. Another says it's risky. And suddenly every meal feels like a high-stakes decision you're terrified to get wrong.

Today's guest, Cathy Leman, a registered dietitian and breast cancer survivor, understands that anxiety on a personal and professional level. She's lived it, studied it, and now teaches women how to replace fear with calm, clarity, and confidence. In this conversation, she shares a grounded, sustainable approach to eating well after breast cancer, without restrictive rules, guilt, or overwhelm.

Tune in to learn how to rebuild trust with food, support your health, and feel at ease around your plate again.

What You'll Learn:

• Why cancer diagnosis often magnifies existing food and body image struggles.

• How to end food anxiety and confusion about eating during cancer care.

• Ways to tailor evidence-based nutrition guidelines to your personal preferences.

• Hear a relatable story about finding delicious food alternatives.

• Understand the research on soy and breast cancer, dispelling common fears.

• The one thing that will help you eat healthily and peacefully for life.

• The fascinating future of personalized nutrition based on your unique genes.

Put Yourself First!

Understand your diagnosis, navigate your treatment options with confidence, and advocate strongly for your own well-being. Learn more at https://drtiffanytroso.com/home

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A place where complex cancer information becomes clear, where cutting-edge science meets real-world guidance, and where you learn to be the CEO of your own care, no matter where you are in your journey.

https://drtiffanytroso.substack.com/

About Me - Dr. Tiffany Troso

I'm a double board-certified medical oncologist specializing in breast and gynecological cancers, with over 25 years of experience at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
But more than credentials—I'm here because I know the system doesn't always see you.

Women like you are used to taking care of everyone else. But cancer is different. You deserve clear answers, fierce advocacy, and guidance that prioritizes you.

That's what I do. Through one-on-one consults, coaching, and my signature Empowered Patient Method, I help you regain clarity, confidence, and control—without the chaos.

Feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice about diet, exercise, and recovery support? This episode brings you clarity. Dr. Amy Comander, a breast medical oncologist and leading voice in integrative and lifestyle medicine, breaks down what these approaches really mean — and why they're becoming the foundation of modern cancer care, holistic health, and long-term survivorship.

She explains the simple evidence-based habits that help breast cancer survivors live longer and feel better, how to find qualified lifestyle medicine physicians, and the one pillar of wellbeing patients say has the greatest impact on their recovery. Dr. Comander also shares insights from her new book, written specifically for breast cancer survivors seeking grounded, trustworthy guidance for a healthier future.

If you're craving whole-person care, clarity amidst the noise, and actionable next steps that support your mind and body beyond treatment, this conversation will help you move forward with confidence.

*What You'll Learn:*
⚕️What most doctors miss about diet advice and true lifestyle medicine.
⚕️How an elevator flyer transformed cancer survivorship care for thousands of patients.
⚕️The surprising pillar of health that breast cancer survivors say matters most.
⚕️The problem with overwhelming patients with information.
⚕️Why menopause care is essential for treating breast cancer patients.
⚕️How a coffee meeting changed Dr. Comander's approach to weight management after cancer.
⚕️The evidence-based resource for exercise and cancer recovery.

Put Yourself First!

Understand your diagnosis, navigate your treatment options with confidence, and advocate strongly for your own well-being. Learn more at https://drtiffanytroso.com/home

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A place where complex cancer information becomes clear, where cutting-edge science meets real-world guidance, and where you learn to be the CEO of your own care, no matter where you are in your journey.

https://drtiffanytroso.substack.com/

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About Me - Dr. Tiffany Troso

I'm a double board-certified medical oncologist specializing in breast and gynecological cancers, with over 25 years of experience at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
But more than credentials—I'm here because I know the system doesn't always see you.

Women like you are used to taking care of everyone else. But cancer is different. You deserve clear answers, fierce advocacy, and guidance that prioritizes you.

That's what I do. Through one-on-one consults, coaching, and my signature Empowered Patient Method, I help you regain clarity, confidence, and control—without the chaos.