Sahar, Egypt
Healing Through the Monitor: A Journey in Breast Imaging
In the fight against breast cancer, I am not the surgeon who removes the tumor or the oncologist who administers medication and therapy. Guess what? I am the unseen force staying behind the monitors, collecting data, and connecting the pieces together.
Credibility is paramount in radiology. It depends mainly on the buildup of clues from morphology descriptors, sometimes supported by functional values. Collected data can sometimes be deceiving or overlapping.
My journey in breast imaging and cancer screening at Kasr Alainy Hospital, Cairo University and Baheya Hospitals and Centers has been both challenging and rewarding. Every day, I am reminded of the profound impact that early detection can have on a woman's life, using different modalities in screening cancer by mammography, contrast mammography, tomosynthesis, MR imaging, and AI reading mammograms.
As a professor, by using multimodality breast imaging techniques and artificial intelligence, I have witnessed firsthand the power of technology in saving lives. As a consultant, I help the multidisciplinary team of surgeons and oncologists achieve accurate diagnoses in less time for the examined ladies, leading to the proper choice of management plans. As a researcher, I am committed to educating the next generation of radiologists, paving the way for numerous research opportunities, and ensuring that they are equipped with the knowledge and skills to continue this vital work.
One of the most impactful daily experiences is joining the tumor board meeting (MDT) being the radiologist, I provide detailed imaging findings that help accurately diagnose the type and stage of cancer. I enjoy engaging in discussions and offering recommendations to assess the extent of the tumor, identify multicentricity, differentiate lesions, and evaluate lymph node involvement. These insights guide the decision between conservative surgery and more extensive procedures, such as mastectomy, highlighting the power of collaboration and ensuring the best possible outcomes for the patient.
Healing, to me, is not just about treating the disease but also about providing support and hope to the patients and their families. It is about using the latest technology to ensure that no woman must face the devastating consequences of late-stage breast cancer. It is about being there for them, guiding them through the process, and celebrating their victories, no matter how small.
Together, we can make a difference and bring hope to countless women around the world.
"Every life saved is a testament to the importance of early detection and the advancements in breast imaging. To ensure the patient reaches a peaceful conclusion to her journey of stress, worry, and uncertainty, and closes her cancer chapter for a happily ever after."