PreOncology Founder and CEO Jose Barreau, MD, was featured in PEOPLE, offering guidance for patients navigating a new breast cancer diagnosis.
The article, “10 Ways to Advocate for Yourself After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis,” brought together perspectives from oncologists across the country on how patients can better understand their diagnosis, ask informed questions, and play an active role in their care. Dr. Barreau encouraged patients to come to appointments prepared with their three most important questions, and not to save the one they are most worried about for the end of the visit.
The piece also covered how to interpret pathology reports, when to consider a second opinion or clinical trial, and why speaking up is not being difficult, but becoming an informed partner in one’s own care, themes that align closely with PreOncology’s approach to helping patients understand their individual cancer risk.
Read the full article on PEOPLE.