Episode 46: A crusader for breast health care

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Pulse:The Ottawa Hospital Foundation Podcast

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Dr. Jean Seely is a radiologist and the Head of Breast Imaging at The Ottawa Hospital. She has dedicated her career to increasing early detection for breast cancer to help more patients avoid the pain and suffering of a later diagnosis. In this episode, Dr. Seely reveals the personal story that led her down this career path. She dives into how digital imaging for breast health care has evolved over past decades, the state-of-the-art equipment at the Rose Ages Breast Health Centre, and how survival rates are climbing thanks to early detection. She also provides a sneak peek at the newest technology coming to the Breast Health Centre and how community support is helping to make it all happen. (43:11)