Episode 14: Living with and Beyond Breast Cancer – Dr Liz O’Riordan’s Story

Host: Mark Murphy MBE
Guests: Dr Liz O’Riordan – breast cancer surgeon, author, and patient
Recorded: October 2025 at Cancer Support Suffolk HQ, Ipswich

In this powerful and insightful episode, Mark Murphy MBE speaks with Dr Liz O’Riordan, a renowned breast cancer surgeon, bestselling author, and breast cancer patient herself.

With her trademark honesty and clarity, Dr O’Riordan shares her unique perspective from both sides of the consulting room – as a clinician and as someone who has lived through breast cancer. She discusses the realities of diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and what it truly means to live with and beyond cancer.

Listeners will hear how her personal journey reshaped her understanding of patient care, communication, and resilience – and why she now dedicates her life to educating, supporting, and empowering others facing breast cancer.

Dr O’Riordan is the author of two highly acclaimed books:

• The Complete Guide to Breast Cancer(co-authored with Professor Trisha Greenhalgh)
• The Cancer Road Map: Charting Your Journey To Wellness

https://liz.oriordan.co.uk/author/

She also uses her social media platforms to combat misinformation, promote accurate cancer education, and foster supportive online communities for people affected by breast cancer.

Topics include:

• Liz’s journey from surgeon to patient and advocate
• The emotional and physical impact of breast cancer treatment
• Coping with recovery and rediscovering identity after diagnosis
• Tackling misinformation and “fake news” about cancer
• Empowering others through honest communication and education
• How her books are helping people navigate life with and after cancer

Whether you’re a patient, carer, clinician, or simply want to understand more about the human side of cancer, this conversation offers compassion, practical advice, and hope.

Listen and learn more:

• [Cancer Support Suffolk Podcast – YouTube Playlist]
• https://www.cancersupportsuffolk.co.uk/
• https://www.cancersupportsuffolk.co.uk/podcast/
• Dr Liz O’Riordan – Website
• Instagram: @oriordanliz
• Twitter / X: @Liz_ORiordan

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