Wednesday 5am & 5pmET

Her Health Compass with Yonni Wattenmaker & Heather Ouida

The Podcast and Trusted Guide for Navigating Cancer and Thriving After

Cohosts Yonni Wattenmaker, certified health coach and former Executive Director of Breast Cancer Alliance, and Heather Ouida, recent breast cancer survivor and accomplished entrepreneur, welcome you into their radio home. In addition to sharing their collective wisdom, they will be bolstered by conversations with world-class physicians and inspiring women with personal stories from which others can learn. As the saying goes,“a warrior never fights alone,” and with Her Health Compass, you don’t have to!

So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or matcha, find a comfortable chair, and tune in for your girlfriend’s guide to actionable advice, heartfelt stories, and relatable insights to help you feel informed, supported, and empowered.

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Broadcasts Weekly Wednesday 5am & 5pmET

Yonni & Heather’s Girlfriend’s Guide to Actionable Advice

Wednesday 5am/5pmET

Shaking the Family Tree: Risk Factors, Genetic Testing and More. 

Whether it is a concern for a cancer diagnosis, diabetes, heart disease or other condition, knowing your family history can be a key factor in early detection and treatment for inherited disease. Knowing something is not rooted in family history is important as well! Dr. Sarah Cate will help breakdown our understanding of genetics, epigenetics and more on this important episode.

Bio: Dr. Sarah Cate is a breast surgical oncologist, specializing in breast cancer surgery. She joins Stamford Health as the chief of the division of breast surgery. She is a graduate of UMDNJ/ Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and trained in general surgery at Westchester Medical Center. She is a graduate of the Mount Sinai West and Downtown Breast Surgery Fellowship.

Dr. Cate has a special interest in oncoplastic surgery, as well as nipple-sparing mastectomies with direct-to-implant reconstruction. She is board certified in general surgery and is certified in Hidden-Scar™ surgery. She was previously at Mount Sinai for 10 years, where she developed and lead high-risk programs for the Mount Sinai Health System, as well as lead the breast surgery quality program for the last two years. She will be bringing the latest research and innovations to Stamford Hospital.

Dr. Cate also enjoys training the next generation of breast surgeons and was the associate program director of the Mount Sinai West Breast Surgery Fellowship. Her research has been published and presented at the national level. She is a sought after national and international speaker. Her care philosophy focuses on patient-centered care, with warmth, knowledge, and shared decision-making. https://www.stamfordhealth.org/find-a-doctor/sarah-cate/

Find Yonni & Heather here https://www.herhealthcompass.com/

Bio: Heather Ouida

Breast Cancer Warrior & Survivor.
Co-founder of thegameHERs & Mommybites.

Heather Ouida is a breast cancer survivor, passionate advocate, and seasoned entrepreneur dedicated to creating supportive communities that inspiring change. Her personal journey through a 2024 diagnosis and recovery drives her commitment to raising awareness about early detection, comprehensive care, and empowering others navigating similar challenges.

In addition to her advocacy work, Heather is a serial entrepreneur with extensive experience in the community building, marketing, and product development. She was the co-founder and CEO of thegameHERs, a platform devoted to empowering women gamers and fostering inclusivity in the gaming world. Heather also co-founded Mommybites, a thriving community for new and expectant moms, which she sold to a Manhattan media company in 2016. Most recently Heather extended her professional expertise to luxury travel and lifestyle services, where she serves as a Senior Consultant at KAX Lifestyle, a bespoke travel advisory.

Whether advocating for breast cancer patients, fostering community and inclusivity for women, or redefining lifestyle experiences, Heather Ouida’s work is united by her dedication to empowerment, connection, and innovation.