Proactive care for a high risk breast cancer patient in Panama City

As a cosmetic dentist and daughter of a breast cancer survivor, Lindsey has always been vigilant about her breast health. After a small area of concern appeared on her imaging, her OB-GYN recommended adding Dr. Alison Moody, a breast surgeon at Ascension Sacred Heart Surgical Breast Oncology Bay, to her care team.

“I’m so grateful for that referral,” Lindsey said. “From the first appointment, Dr. Moody’s intelligence, compassion, and calm confidence were immediately clear. She explained every step in a way that made me feel seen and understood.”

After reviewing Lindsey’s scans, Dr. Moody immediately identified multiple areas that warranted further testing. She ordered additional biopsies to ensure nothing was missed, an approach that led to Lindsey’s early breast cancer diagnosis and helped guide the best treatment plan moving forward. When new imaging revealed additional areas of concern, Dr. Moody reviewed Lindsey’s mammogram in detail, pointing out each finding and explaining why she wanted to investigate further. Biopsies confirmed a small tumor and precancerous changes, leading to a double mastectomy recommendation.

Dr. Moody also helped Lindsey explore reconstruction options. “She didn’t just focus on removing the cancer, she cared about my recovery, confidence, and long-term well-being,” Lindsey shared. “She explained the difference between breast implants and using my own tissue for reconstruction and connected me with a leading specialist who could make that possible.”

Lindsey underwent a successful double mastectomy with tissue reconstruction and experienced a smooth recovery. “I had very little pain, and her team was amazing,” she said. “Dr. Moody even called me personally with updates so I didn’t have to drive hours for every result. She made sure I was cared for as a whole person, not just a patient.”

“Dr. Moody set the stage for everything from the diagnosis to connecting me with the right team,” Lindsey said. “She gave me hope, comfort, and the confidence to move forward.”

“Every patient’s journey is unique,” said Dr. Alison Moody. “My goal is to walk beside them through every step, making sure they feel informed and confident in their care decisions.”

Now four months post-surgery, Lindsey is back to her busy dental practice and yoga routine, grateful for Dr. Moody’s expertise and compassion. “Dr. Moody guided me to the right diagnosis, the right team, and the right outcome. I couldn’t have asked for better care,” Lindsey said.

Being diagnosed with cancer can leave you with a lot of questions and uncertainty. Our care team is here to listen, support you, and answer your questions. When you come to Ascension Sacred Heart Surgical Breast Oncology Bay, you get doctors and care teams who are part of a national network of experienced cancer specialists. We share best practices and the latest in cancer treatment and research bringing top oncology care close to home.

If you want to know more about your risk for breast cancer, schedule an appointment with Dr. Alison Moody today.