In this episode of Baptist Health’s Doc-to-Doc, we take a closer look at one of the most concerning trends in oncology — the rise of breast cancer among younger women.

Dr. Anastasia Tousimis, Deputy Director of Baptist Health Cancer Care, sits down with Dr. Louise Morrell, Chief Medical Executive of Lynn Cancer Institute, to discuss what’s driving this gradual increase and how clinicians can better identify, screen and support high-risk patients.

Together, they explore the latest research on environmental and genetic factors, screening challenges in dense breasts and how AI is transforming early detection. The discussion also highlights fertility preservation and the importance of multidisciplinary care for young women navigating a diagnosis.

From radiation exposure to BRCA mutations, this conversation connects cutting-edge science with compassionate care — offering practical insight for clinicians and reassurance for patients alike.

Host:
Anastasia Tousimis, M.D.
Deputy Director, Baptist Health Cancer Care
Medical Director, Al and Jane Nahmad Women's Cancer Center, Baptist Health

Expert:
Louise Morrell, M.D.
Chief Medical Executive
Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute
Baptist Health Boca Raton Regional Hospital

In this Baptist Health Doc-to-Doc episode, Dr. Michael McDermott, Chief Medical Executive of Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute sits down with Dr. Evan Bander, Neurosurgeon & Co-Director of the Pituitary Tumor Program at the Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institue, to unpack the complexities of the body’s “master gland.”

Together, they explore how pituitary tumors are diagnosed and treated, the difference between functional and non-functional adenomas and why minimally invasive endoscopic surgery is changing outcomes. You’ll hear about early warning signs such as vision changes, the importance of a multidisciplinary pituitary team and the latest surgical and radiosurgical approaches. Whether you’re a clinician managing these conditions or a patient seeking to better understand them, this discussion sheds light on earlier detection, safer surgery and lifelong follow-up.

👉 If you are a neurosurgeon, endocrinologist, or ENT specialist managing pituitary disorders, this conversation will help sharpen your clinical edge.
👀 Patients and families can also learn what to look for and what today’s treatment options mean for long-term health.

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Host:

Michael McDermott, M.D.
Chief Medical Executive and Irma & Kalman Bass Endowed Chair in Clinical Neuroscience at Miami Neuroscience Institute, as well as Chair of the Department of Neurosciences at Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine

Expert:

Evan Bander, M.D.
Neurosurgeon & Co-Director of the Pituitary Tumor Program
Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute

In this episode of Baptist Health's Doc-to-Doc, we explore the evolving landscape of arrhythmia care with host Tom Nguyen, M.D., Chief Medical Executive of Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care, Director of Minimally Invasive Surgery, and Barry T. Katzen Endowed Chair at Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute, and Professor and Chair of the Department of Cardiovascular Sciences at Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine. Electrophysiologist, Mario Pascual, M.D., and Cardiothoracic surgeon, Bryon Tompkins, M.D. of Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care.

Together they discuss why early referral changes AFib outcomes, how hybrid epicardial-endocardial ablation strategies improve rhythm durability and the role of left atrial appendage management in reducing stroke risk. The conversation also highlights modern pacing approaches to protect heart function, the importance of timely device infection management and the emerging impact of Al and robotic mapping on electrophysiology and surgical collaboration.

👉 If you are a cardiologist, electrophysiologist or cardiac surgeon navigating the complexity of rhythm disorders, this conversation will help sharpen your clinical edge.

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Tom Nguyen, M.D.
Cardiac Surgeon & Chief Medical Executive
Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care
Chair, Cardiovascular Sciences, FIU

Mario Pascual M.D.
Electrophysiologist
Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care

Bryon Tompkins, M.D.
Cardiac Surgeon
Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care