Just Diagnosed: A Survivor’s Guide to Navigating Cancer includes a foreword by Debu Tripathy, MD, one of the nation’s most respected leaders in breast cancer research and treatment.

Dr. Tripathy served as Professor of Medicine and Chair of the Department of Breast Medical Oncology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, one of the world’s leading cancer institutions. Throughout his distinguished career, he has helped shape the standard of care for people with breast cancer through groundbreaking research, clinical leadership, and a deep commitment to patient-centered care.

A graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Dr. Tripathy earned his medical degree and completed his internal medicine residency at Duke University before pursuing a fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at the University of California, San Francisco. His research has focused on developing innovative breast cancer therapies, including treatments that target the HER2 oncogene and cyclin-dependent kinases—advances that have significantly improved outcomes and survival for many patients.

In addition to leading landmark clinical trials, Dr. Tripathy has authored numerous influential research publications and served as Editor-in-Chief of CURE magazine for eighteen years. He has also served as President of both the American Society of Breast Disease and the Society of Integrative Oncology.

In his foreword, Dr. Tripathy acknowledges the profound emotional impact of hearing the words, “You have cancer.” He highlights the importance of helping patients navigate the complex decisions that follow a diagnosis and recognizes the value of practical, reliable guidance during a time when many people feel overwhelmed and uncertain.

His support of Just Diagnosed reflects a shared belief that patients are best served when they are informed, engaged, and empowered to participate in their care. By combining evidence-based medical information with practical tools and emotional support, the book helps readers move from fear and confusion toward greater clarity and confidence.

Dr. Tripathy’s foreword brings exceptional insight, compassion, and authority to the book and helps set the tone for the guidance that follows.

The complete foreword appears in Just Diagnosed: A Survivor’s Guide to Navigating Cancer.