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‘Northshore Healthbeat’ S2 E10: One patient’s breast cancer journey

June 6, 2025

Breast surgeon Dr. Christopher Porter, left, and cancer survivor Erin Stover join the ‘Northshore Healthbeat’ team for a discussion about women’s health. (Photos by Chloe Stephan/STHS)

Like most women, Erin Stover was less than thrilled about the idea of getting her annual mammogram. She did it anyway, though - and it may have saved her life.

Now, in addition to being a breast cancer survivor, she's also a breast cancer advocate, helping educate others about the life-saving value of regular health screenings.

In this episode of “Northshore Healthbeat,” hosts Mike Scott and Bridget Lobello sit down with Erin to learn her story. Also joining them is Dr. Christopher Porter, MD, a surgical oncologist with St. Tammany Health System's High Risk Breast Disease Clinic, to discuss the finer points of breast health.

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Episodes of “Northshore Healthbeat” can also be found in the electronic newsroom at StTammany.health, alongside the health system’s myriad other publications and programs.

“Northshore Healthbeat” is a public affairs podcast dedicated to local healthcare issues and happenings, featuring interviews with local care providers, patients and community stakeholders.