That “now what” is the big question everyone faces when they hear those dreaded worlds: You have cancer. Tune into this episode to hear some helpful advice from Heather’s “chief of staff” (aka one of the best friends) Amy Dieterich, and Dr. Starr Mautner, a Board-certified surgeon with clinical expertise in breast surgical oncology of the Breast Center at Miami Cancer Institute, a part of Baptist Health South Florida.
Starr Mautner, M.D., F.A.C.S.: Dr. Mautner is a board-cer...
That “now what” is the big question everyone faces when they hear those dreaded worlds: You have cancer. Tune into this episode to hear some helpful advice from Heather’s “chief of staff” (aka one of the best friends) Amy Dieterich, and Dr. Starr Mautner, a Board-certified surgeon with clinical expertise in breast surgical oncology of the Breast Center at Miami Cancer Institute, a part of Baptist Health South Florida.
Starr Mautner, M.D., F.A.C.S.: Dr. Mautner is a board-certified breast surgical oncologist at the Miami Cancer Institute (MCI) in Miami, Florida. She specializes in performing breast surgical procedures for women with breast cancer, high risk lesions, or women with a genetic predisposition to breast cancer.
She grew up in South Florida and earned her undergraduate and medical school degrees as part of the University of Miami’s 7-year Medical Scholars Program. She then completed her general surgery residency at Weill Cornell’s New York Presbyterian Hospital and clinical fellowship in breast surgical oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center before moving back to Miami to join the Miami Cancer Institute in 2015.
She is the co-chair of the Memorial Sloan Kettering Alliance Education Committee and is very involved in community engagement and educational programs in South Florida. She is also the lead physician for breast surgical oncology clinical trials at MCI and a member of the Breast Cancer Alliance Medical Advisory Board. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and children exploring Miami or traveling on adventures around the world together.
Amy Dieterich: A dedicated philanthropist with a deep passion for supporting families and children, Amy Dieterich is committed to making a meaningful impact in healthcare and advocacy. As a member of the Chairman’s Circle at NYU Hospital and the Children’s Advisory Council of New York-Presbyterian Komansky Center for Children’s Health, she plays a vital role in shaping initiatives that enhance pediatric care.
Her leadership extends to Breakthrough T1D, where she has spearheaded giving campaigns and initiatives to advance research and support for those affected by Type 1 Diabetes. Beyond her philanthropic efforts, she is a strong advocate for women, fostering connections and uplifting women in business.
A devoted mom of four boys, she embraces adventure and cherishes traveling with her family, always seeking new experiences and meaningful ways to give back.
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