Episode 124

Published October 7, 2025

In this insightful episode, Dr. Elizabeth Boham shares her journey from conventional medicine to functional medicine, driven by her personal experience with breast cancer. 

Dr. Boham and Dr. Smeaton also discuss:

• The significant role lifestyle factors, hormones, and stress management have in cancer prevention and overall health 
• The importance of personalized care in addressing breast wellness
• How functional medicine can bridge the gap between acute care and chronic disease management 
• Understanding the phases of estrogen detoxification
• How to create a supportive environment and address patient fears regarding health decisions

Key Moments

0:00 Podcast Introduction

3:00 Meet Dr. Elizabeth Boham

6:00 Dr. Boham's Journey

9:00 Functional Medicine Insights

12:00 Breast Cancer Risks

15:00 Hormone Therapy Discussion

18:00 Managing Stress

21:00 Detox & Gut Health

24:00 Personalized Care & Prevention

27:00 Closing & Resources

About our speaker

Elizabeth Boham, MD, MS, RD is a board-certified family physician with special training in functional and integrative medicine. She holds a degree in nutritional biochemistry from Cornell and completed her dietitian training at Columbia. After battling breast cancer at age 30 she became especially committed to uncovering root causes of illness rather than simply treating symptoms. Today she helps patients with a wide range of conditions including insulin resistance, autoimmune disease, digestive issues, and heart health while emphasizing prevention and nutritional healing. 

Show Notes

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