Videos

Expert on breast cancer

Dr. Noor Abuhadra discusses managing adverse events in patients receiving TRODELVY (sacituzumab govitecan), a later-line systemic therapy for metastatic triple-negative breast cancer. Shay Elkins, a patient, shares her experience with significant side effects including diarrhea, low white blood cell counts, and hair loss, while Dr. Abuhadra emphasizes the need for proactive management of these issues to maximize treatment time and maintain quality of life.

Survivor of TNBC

Shay Elkins, a patient with triple negative breast cancer, shares her experience of relapse six months post-treatment, eventually leading her to seek a second opinion for her recurring symptoms. Dr. Noor Abuhadra discusses second-line treatment options for metastatic triple negative breast cancer, emphasizing newer therapies like antibody drug conjugates and PARP inhibitors, and highlights the evolving landscape that offers hope for patients.

Expert on TNBC

Dr Noor Abuhadra discusses the various first-line treatment options for metastatic TNBC, highlighting the importance of PDL1 expression for immunotherapy and germline testing for targeted therapies like PARP inhibitors. Patient Shay Elkins shares her treatment journey, from her initial chemo and immunotherapy to surgical intervention, emphasizing the importance of a collaborative approach with her healthcare team and the supportive role of nursing staff.