What Is Breast Implant Illness with Ashley Penner and Robyn Towt

Today's Episode Dr. Raj talks with Ashley Penner and Robyn Towt
about Breast Implant Illness (BII), shedding light on the
overlooked challenges faced by those affected. They share their
journeys with BII, discussing the motivation behind their advocacy
work and the mission driving the No Double Bogies Foundation. 
Today’s Guests Ashley Penner is the founder of the No Double Bogies
Foundation and Robyn Towt is a speaker at the No Double Bogie
Celebrity Golf Tournament and co-founder of the Global Patient
Advocacy Coalition. Both are personally affected by Breast Implant
Illness and have shown exceptional dedication and commitment to the
cause of educating and supporting women facing similar challenges.
In regards to their personal stories, Ashley and Robyn have
experienced Breast Implant Illness firsthand and have undergone
explant surgery. Their journeys are both inspirational and
educational.  Ashley Penner is a children's golf instructor.
As a breast implant illness patient herself, she has channeled her
painful experience into a profound purpose by offering help and
support to others. Her journey and her vision for the No Double
Bogies Foundation has been inspirational and impactful. Ashley’s
story is not only one of personal triumph, but also a testament to
the power of community and education for dealing with the adverse
effects of breast implants.  Robyn Towt’s presence at the
event was equally significant. As a three-time cancer survivor,
Breast Implant Illness survivor, and patient advocate for the
Global Patient Advocacy Coalition, Robyn has been at the forefront
of the fight to raise awareness about Breast Implant Illness and
related issues. Her advocacy has emphasized the importance of
informed consent, and the need for manufacturers to take
responsibility for updating labeling and potential side effects,
which is currently lacking. No Double Bogies Website No Double
Bogies Instagram  About Dr. Raj Dr Raj is a quadruple board
certified physician and associate professor at the University of
Southern California. He was a co-host on the TNT series Chasing the
Cure with Ann Curry, a regular on the TV Show The Doctors for the
past 7 seasons and has a weekly medical segment on ABC news Los
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