What Is Invasive Breast Cancer & Should You Be Worried?

Get clear information about an invasive breast cancer diagnosis. An oncologist explains tests, staging (TNM system), and treatment options, including surgery (lumpectomy, mastectomy), and systemic therapy. Learn about hormone receptor (HR) and HER2 status, adjuvant therapy, and the importance of supportive care. This video provides you and your family with the knowledge to understand your options.

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CHAPTERS
00:00 What Is Invasive Breast Cancer?
01:03 Your First Steps After Diagnosis
01:23 The Importance of Imaging and Biopsy
01:46 HR and HER2 Status Explained
02:25 Understanding Cancer Staging (TNM)
03:12 Your Main Treatment Options
04:08 A Closer Look at Surgery
04:32 Post-Surgery (Adjuvant) Therapy
04:56 The Importance of Supportive Care
05:34 Mastectomy & Reconstruction Options
06:16 Life After Treatment: Survivorship

About Dr. Esteva:
Francisco J. Esteva, MD, PhD is a practicing physician located in New York, NY, specializing in Oncology with a focus on breast cancer. His education includes an Oncology Fellowship at Georgetown University Hospital and Internal Medicine Residency at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University. Prior to his current position as Division Chief at Lenox Hill Hospital, Dr. Esteva has held professorship positions at NYU and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, as well as serving as VP Clinical Development for Cellectis. In addition to multiple esteemed publications, he has led more than 100 clinical trials related to breast cancer treatments, diagnostics and prognostic/predictive markers. Dr. Esteva was recognized as a Fellow by the American College of Physicians in 2002, elected as a member of The American Society for Clinical Investigation in 2010 and awarded the 2019 Physician of Impact award by the NYC chapter of the Susan G. Komen Foundation. In 2024, he was elected to the NYC American Cancer Society Board of Advisors.

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