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Let's Talk About Your Breasts

Dorothy Gibbons, CEO & Cofounder
Breast Cancer
The Rose
Mammograms
The Rose Breast Center Of Excellence
Women's Health
Healthcare Access
Community Support
The Rose Breast Center
Mental Health
Early Detection
Breast Cancer Awareness
Self-Care
Patient Navigation
Shrimp Boil
Self-Advocacy
Mammography
Healthcare
Health Insurance
Mammogram
Houston

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.

Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

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Dense breasts change how screening works and make early detection even more critical.

Lynn Dozier shares how a free mammogram at Texas Southern led to follow up care at The Rose, ongoing monitoring of calcifications, and a new level of ownership ov... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Bland
Capital Project Stewardship Leader at Celanese
Celanese
Episode: When Corporate Care Meets Community Flair: Celanese’s Touch
Emilee Whitehurst
Former nonprofit executive leading large mission-driven organizations; advocate for women and violence survivors
Former CEO, Houston Area Women's Center; former Executive Director, Rothko Chapel; former leader at Planned Parenthood and Interfaith Action of Central Texas
Episode: When Enough Is Enough: Emilee Whitehurst on Burnout and Beginning Again
Judy Pareya
Breast cancer survivor and volunteer at The Rose
The Rose Breast Center of Excellence
Episode: Uninsured but Not Alone: A Woman's Gratitude for The Rose
Sharon Cho
Two-time breast cancer survivor and head of the dessert table at The Shrimp Boil
The Rose / Shrimp Boil
Episode: Two-Time Breast Cancer Survivor's Sweet Contribution to The Rose
Shivanki Juneja
Rice Board Fellow, Baylor Med student
Rice University, Baylor College of Medicine
Episode: Boardrooms, Bedside, and Beyond: A Future OB‑GYN’s Journey With The Rose
Pat McDavid
Community fundraiser and longtime Shrimp Bowl participant
Mundy Companies (through past and ongoing involvement with the Shrimp Bowl community)
Episode: We Challenge You to Outbid THIS GUY at The Shrimp Boil
Angie Lane
New CEO of The Rose
The Rose Breast Center of Excellence
Episode: When Reimbursement Shrinks and Need Grows: A New CEO’s View From The Rose
Brandi Blankenship
Manager of the Tennis Pro Shop at Willow Fork Country Club
Willow Fork Country Club, Pretty in Pink beneficiary
Episode: Insured and Still Facing a $5,000 Biopsy Bill
Ana Henriquez
Survivor, real estate agent, young woman diagnosed with breast cancer during COVID-19
Survivor, advocate
Episode: An Afternoon That Changed Everything

Hosts

Dorothy Gibbons
Host of the show; CEO and co-founder involved in The Rose-related breast cancer initiatives; long-running figure in The Rose Breast Center of Excellence.
Roxanne Hayford
Co-host, involved in The Rose communications and outreach; supports community storytelling and patient advocacy.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • I Thoroughly Enjoy Each Episode

    I’m enjoying each podcast … for different reasons. The candid honesty of the guests is amazing … thanks Dorothy. You are a great host(ess).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DoctorPeggyConnor
    United States3 years ago
  • I love Dr Dixie & the Rose

    I love Dr. Dixie & The Rose. It was so interesting to hear the stories. I look forward to future episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Katy at 60
    United States3 years ago

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The show is strong on practical resources (screening access, navigation, mobile clinics) and community impact.
Hosts balance medical expertise with personal survivor stories, which resonates with listeners.
Guests are candid and authentic, making complex topics accessible.

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Dense Breast Tissue, Ultrasound, and Early Detection
Q: What did you learn from your initial screening mammogram and the subsequent ultrasound?
The initial mammogram indicated dense tissue in the right breast, leading to an ultrasound and a follow-up at The Rose; the outcome emphasized monitoring calcifications rather than immediate concern, with regular six-month check-ins to ensure no growth.
When Reimbursement Shrinks and Need Grows: A New CEO’s View From The Rose
Q: You had time with staff. What was your first impression?
She was impressed by the staff's dedication to getting women in the door, supporting them through results, ensuring rapid appointments, and honoring the emotional journey of breast cancer care, with a strong emphasis on patient-centered service.
When Reimbursement Shrinks and Need Grows: A New CEO’s View From The Rose
Q: So you've been with The Rose for about six weeks. What have you learned?
Angie highlights the breadth of The Rose's operations, including the mobile fleet, access to care in numerous counties, the adoption of 3D mammography, and the challenge of healthcare deserts. She also notes the ongoing need to balance high-quality service with financial sustainability.
More Than Mammograms: How Anna Turns Grants Into Lifesaving Care
Q: What does the grant application process look like, and how do you decide where money goes?
The process varies by funder; some forms are simple, others require reviewing strategic plans, site visits, annual reports, and financials to ensure alignment with community impact.
More Than Mammograms: How Anna Turns Grants Into Lifesaving Care
Q: So why don't you tell our listeners a little bit about your role here at The Rose?
Anna explains she writes grants to foundations and organizations to support The Rose's work, handling fundraising through foundations, events, and individual giving.

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Across episodes, discussions center on breast cancer, early detection, patient advocacy, and access to care. Topics frequently cover screening technologies, imaging advances, survivorship, holistic care, community outreach, and the role of nonprofits in reducing barriers for uninsured or underserved populations. A notable strength is blending medical expertise with personal survivor stories, community activism, and practical programs (mobile mammography, navigation services) that illuminate real-world pathways to care. The show often highlights cultural and linguistic accessibility, especially for Hispanic communities, and showcases how philanthropy and policy intersect with patient support. This combination provides listeners with actionab... more

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1. Michael Bland
2. Emilee Whitehurst
3. Judy Pareya
4. Sharon Cho
5. Shivanki Juneja
6. Pat McDavid
7. Angie Lane
8. Brandi Blankenship

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