This podcast by Jamie Vaughn is a deep-dive discussion on a myriad of breast cancer topics, such as early detection, the initial shock of diagnosis, testing/scans, treatment, loss of hair, caregiving, surgery, emotional support, and advocacy. These episodes will include breast cancer survivors, thrivers, caregivers, surgeons, oncologists, therapists, and other specialists who can speak to many different topics. Disclaimer: I am not a doctor and not all information in this podcast comes from ...
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Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more information you can visit www.harvestmemphis.org.
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Episode 62: Confronting Breast Cancer from Both Sides: Dr. Liz O’Riordan's Dual Journey as Surgeon & Survivor
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Send us a Text Message. Imagine being a top breast surgeon, only to find yourself on the receiving end of a breast cancer diagnosis. Welcome to the eye-opening journey of Dr. Liz O'Riordan In this episode, we explore the irony and emotional upheavals she faced as both a medical professional and a patient. Dr. Liz opens up about how her extensive me…
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James 4:1-12 (Steve Winstead) Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more inf…
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Episode 61: Navigating Cancer w/ Grit & Humor: Jen Tober's Uplifting Journey Through Breast Cancer & Beyond
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how sheer grit & humor can help one navigate the stormy seas of cancer diagnosis and treatment? Join us as we welcome Jen Tober, a tenacious breast cancer survivor & a dedicated “empty nesting” mom of 3 from Washington DC. I met Jen through our friend Amy Banocy, breast cancer survivor and author of Baring it A…
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James 3:13-18 (Noah Martin) Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more infor…
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Episode 60: Transforming Lives Through Fitness: Mena Spodobalski's Evoke Warriors for Cancer Survivors
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Send us a Text Message. What if fitness could be a lifeline for cancer survivors? Meet Mena Spodobalski, a passionate physical trainer with nearly two decades of experience and a true champion for the cancer community in Reno, Nevada. Mena's journey from hosting park boot camps to owning her own gym for 12 years is nothing short of inspiring. We di…
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James 3:1-12 (Robby Flack) Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more inform…
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Episode 59: Finding Purpose in Pain: Keisha Brown's Transformative Story
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Send us a Text Message. What if turning your personal struggles into art could change lives? On this episode of "Test Those Breasts," we welcome the extraordinary Keisha Brown, an advocate, playwright, and inspirational speaker who shares her journey as a breast cancer “previvor” and survivor of domestic violence. Keisha opens up about how her earl…
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James 2:14-26 (Ben Fasano) Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more inform…
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Episode 58: Oncology Dietitian, Alison Tierney's Breast Cancer Journey & Nutritional Advocacy
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Send us a Text Message. How would you confront a life-changing diagnosis at 33, especially when you're an expert in the very field that now defines your battle? Join us as we welcome Alison Tierney, a board-certified oncology dietitian and a resilient breast cancer thriver, who shares her powerful story of being diagnosed with invasive ductal carci…
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James 2:1-13 (Jamie Trussell) Father's Day
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James 2:1-13 (Jamie Trussell) Father's Day Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m.…
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Episode 57: Reclaiming Confidence: Surgical and Holistic Approaches at NYBRA w/ Dr. David Light
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Send us a Text Message. What if the key to reclaiming your body and confidence after a mastectomy lies in knowing your surgical options and the right support system? This episode of our podcast brings you an engaging conversation with Dr. David Light NYBRA , a renowned plastic surgeon specializing in breast reconstruction. Dr. Light shares his rema…
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James 1:19-27 (Kennon Vaughan) Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more in…
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Episode 56: Ellyn Winters: From PR Mogul to Breast Cancer Advocate & Innovator with AskEllen.AI
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Send us a Text Message. What if you received a life-changing diagnosis despite being at the peak of your health, managing a successful career, and having no family history of the disease? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Ellyn Winters, who shares her rollercoaster journey from high-functioning PR mogul to breast cancer survivor and advoca…
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Episode 55: Kelly Lutman's Guide to Nourishing Health: Uniting Nutrition & Nature in Healing From Cancer to ADHD
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Send us a Text Message. Embark on a transformative journey with Kelly Lutman from Pursue Wellness For You https://pursuewellnessforyou.com/, as she brings her wealth of knowledge on nutrition's power to heal & manage conditions like ADHD and cancer. Throughout our candid discussion, Kelly unveils the often overlooked connections between what we con…
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James 1:1-11 Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more information you can …
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Episode 54: Kristen Dahlgren: From Breaking News to Breaking Ground in Breast Cancer Advocacy & Vaccination
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Send us a Text Message. When Kristen Dahlgren walked away from the https://www.nbc.com/ news desk & into the realm of breast cancer advocacy, she lit a path for countless others to follow. Her foundation, the Cancer Vaccine Coalition , is more than just a passion—it's a pursuit of a world where breast cancer no longer looms over our futures. In our…
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Luke 8:16-21 Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more information you can …
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Episode 53: Empowering Healing and Reclamation Through Medical Tattooing w/ Miroslava DeLeon
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Send us a Text Message. As the sun sets on another day, we elate in the beauty of transformation and the quiet strength it embodies—qualities that breast cancer survivors know all too well. Today, I'm thrilled to share a space w/ Miroslava De Leon- Conceal Touch - Instagram, whose artistry in medical tattooing lights a path to healing for many. Del…
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1 Samuel 1 (Mother's Day 2024) Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more in…
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Episode 52: Rekindling Intimacy & Empowerment After Cancer w/ Traci Owen
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Send us a Text Message. This episode features Traci Owen, an oncology nurse & certified sexual counselor to discuss sexual health in the face of a cancer diagnosis & beyond. As someone who has walked the precarious path of breast cancer myself, I bring a deeply personal perspective to our conversation on sexual health in the cancer community. Traci…
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Genesis 12:1 Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more information you can …
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Episode 51: Siblings Champion Male & Female Breast Cancer Awareness w/ Vicki Wolf & Harvey Singer
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Send us a Text Message. When Vicki Wolf faced breast cancer for the 4th time, her fighting spirit never wavered, & her brother Harvey Singer's rare encounter with the same illness shattered the silence around male breast cancer. On the "Test those Breasts" podcast, these remarkable siblings and I unite to spread a crucial message: knowledge is your…
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Family Weekend 2024 Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more information y…
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Episode 50: Fostering Resilience and Connection for Cancer Survivors with Dr. Kelly McLean
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Send us a Text Message. Feeling a sense of renewal and hope after surviving breast cancer isn't just a possibility—it's a journey I've embarked on with inspiring guests like Dr. Kelly McLean. As a surgical oncologist and former engineering student, Dr. McLean's unique perspective shines through in our heartfelt conversation about her transition int…
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Judges 19-21 Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more information you can …
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Episode 49: Breast Cancer Survivor, Dee Cloud's Insights on Health, Boundaries, & Reclaiming Life Post-Cancer
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Send us a Text Message. Join me, Jamie Vaughn, on a transformative journey with a woman whose battles with breast cancer rewrote her life's script, demonstrating that even in our darkest moments, we can emerge with purpose. My conversation with Dee is not just about her triumph over the disease but also the emotional odyssey that accompanies such a…
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Judges 18:1-6 Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more information you can…
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Ep. 48: Resilience in Rhythm with Breast Cancer Survivor & Grammy-Winner Carla Patullo
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Send us a Text Message. When Grammy-winning musician Carla Patullo stood at the crossroads of life and illness, she chose a path of resilience and empowerment. Our heartfelt discussion unveils her remarkable tale of survival, as she opens up about her battle with breast cancer and how early detection played a crucial role in her recovery. Carla's s…
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Judges 17 Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more information you can vis…
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Episode 47: Dr. Andrew Gassman: The Breast Advocate Approach to Personalized Reconstruction & Recovery
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Send us a Text Message. Unlock the door to a transformative journey with Dr. Andrew Gassman of PRMA in San Antonio, Texas, a beacon of expertise in the field of plastic surgery and breast reconstruction. This episode is a heartfelt narrative that intertwines medical mastery with the emotional landscapes of those navigating their breast reconstructi…
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Luke 24:1-12 (Easter Sunday) Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more info…
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Episode 46: Championing the Fight for Early Detection & Survivorship with Melissa & Alli
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Send us a Text Message. Imagine receiving a life-altering diagnosis when you least expect it. That's exactly what happened to school teacher Melissa Pruyn & outdoor enthusiast Alli Nagel, our courageous guests this season on Test Those Breasts. Together, we traverse their emotional and physical journeys, shedding light on the unpredictable nature o…
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Palm Sunday 2024 Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more information you …
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Matthew 20:17-28 Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more information you …
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Episode 45: Katrina Swartz's Resilience: From HER2 Battles to Mental Health Advocacy & Personal Growth
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Send us a Text Message. When Katrina Swartz faced the formidable foe of HER2 positive inflammatory breast cancer, she didn't just mount a defense; she launched a counterattack. Brace yourself for a profound journey as Katrina opens up about the grueling path from symptom onset to diagnosis and the formidable treatments that followed. But her story …
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Episode 44: Dr. Dhivya Srinivasa on the Art of Breast Reconstruction: Blending Aesthetics and Healing, Navigating Choices & Insurance
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Send us a Text Message. Embarking on a transformative journey alongside Dr. Dhivya Srinivasa, this episode of "Test those Breasts" transcends the typical medical dialogue, bringing to light the harmonious blend of form and function in breast cancer reconstruction. Dr. Srinivasa, with her microsurgical expertise, reveals how aesthetics play a pivota…
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Judges 16:4-31 Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more information you ca…
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Episode 43: Journey Beyond Diagnosis with Laura Carfang's Survivorship and Advocacy
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Send us a Text Message. When Laura Carfang, survivor and beacon of hope, graced this podcast, she didn't just share her story—she gave us a masterclass in resilience. We traverse the highs and lows of her journey, from diagnosis at 34 to her tremendous work as the founder and executive director of https://www.survivingbreastcancer.org/ Her candid c…
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Judges 16 Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more information you can vis…
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Episode 42: Breast Sensation Restoration with Dr. Chrysopoulo
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Send us a Text Message. Could regaining the sensation in your breasts after a mastectomy transform your recovery journey? Join me, Jamie Vaughn, and the esteemed Dr. Minas Chrysopoulo to explore how innovative surgical methods are offering hope to breast cancer survivors. In an engaging conversation, Dr. C, a pioneer in plastic and microsurgery, sh…
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Judges 15 Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more information you can vis…
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Episode 41: The Harmonic Resonance of Sound Baths: Finding Peace & Healing through Vibrational Therapy with Wyatt Smith
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Send us a Text Message. Imagine finding serenity amid chaos with just the reverberation of a gong. This episode of Jamie Vaughn's podcast is a deep dive into the world of sound baths, where the transformative power of sound waves brings healing and peace, especially to those affected by cancer and PTSD. We're privileged to be joined by Wyatt Smith,…
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Judges 14 Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more information you can vis…
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Episode 40: Kristin Gravatt on Embracing Motherhood, Navigating Treatment, and Celebrating Survival
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, my friend Kristin Gravatt sat down to recount her battles and triumphs as a stage 3B breast cancer survivor by peeling back the layers of her experience, balancing the demands of motherhood with the rigorous demands of cancer treatment. Kristin's journey is a testament to the strength found in vulnerability,…
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Judges 13 Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more information you can vis…
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Episode 39: Kim Maples' Journey: Thriving Through Early Detection & Self Advocacy
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Send us a Text Message. .When Kim Maples was diagnosed with ductal breast cancer at 39, her world turned upside down. Now, she invites us into her life-altering journey, sharing the challenges of treatment and the power of self-advocacy. This episode is a tapestry of courage and wisdom, weaving together Kim's personal battle with invaluable advice …
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Judges 12:1-7 Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more information you can…
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Episode 38: The Transformative Power of Solidarity in Breast Cancer Battles w/ Shannon Burrows
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Send us a Text Message. When your world turns upside down after a breast cancer diagnosis, finding solidarity and strength within a community can be your lifeline. As your host, Jamie Vaughn, and my inspiring guest, Shannon Burrows—a beacon of hope for those navigating the turbulent waters of breast cancer—we unwrap her story and the deep-seated po…
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Judges 11:1-11 Harvest is a church where we love to worship God together, where the transforming message of the Gospel is preached weekly, where authentic community can be found, and where we are intentional about making disciples of Jesus Christ. We’d love for you to join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. For more information you ca…
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Episode 37: Dr. Garza's Surgerical Insight into the DIEP Flap and Beyond
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Send us a Text Message. As your host, Jamie Vaughn, I share a connection with this episode's special guest, Dr. Ramon Garza of Dr. Garza Plastic Surgery, hailing from the heart of Texas with a scalpel as sharp as his insights into breast reconstruction. His mastery of microsurgery and compassionate approach to patient care echo my own philosophy, o…
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