Breast Cancer Prevention Q & A with the Brem Foundation

Dr. Rachel Brem 

As the Director of the Breast Imaging and Intervention Center and the Program Leader for Breast Cancer at the George Washington Cancer Center, Dr. Brem works everyday to prevent breast cancer from taking more lives.
When Dr. Brem was twelve years old, her 33-year old mother was diagnosed with breast cancer—and was given six months to live. Despite the odds, Dr. Brem’s mother lived 43 years after her diagnosis—but this diagnosis inspired Dr. Brem to dedicate her life to curing breast cancer.

At 24 years old, Dr. Brem graduated from Columbia Medical School. She then completed her Radiology and Breast Imaging training at The Johns Hopkins Hospital, and joined the breast imaging team at Johns Hopkins. One evening after her patients had gone home, Dr. Brem tried a piece of new equipment on herself. She just wanted to examine the image quality of the technology—but what she found was her own breast cancer. After fighting and beating the disease at age 37, and with three daughters aged twelve, nine, and nine, Dr. Brem’s passion for her life’s work became even more powerful.

She continues to channel that passion to change the face of breast cancer. Her accomplishments all involve new technologies for the early detection of breast cancer. Specifically, she has led the field in Computer-Aided Detection (CAD), Molecular Breast Imaging (MBI), Automated Breast Ultrasound Systems (ABUS), and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). Her advancements have led to many awards and honors. These include Newsweek Magazine naming her as a top cancer doctor, being named a Woman To Watch by Jewish Women International, and being named Woman of the Year by the International Biographical Center. Dr. Brem and her colleagues at GW built a cutting-edge, multidisciplinary breast cancer program at George Washington. She is a Fellow of the American College of Radiology and the Society of Breast Imaging. 

Nicole Treiber

Nicole Treiber is a dedicated Wealth Advisor at XML Financial Group, specializing in offering personalized financial planning and investment strategies to guide clients through different stages of their lives. With nearly a decade of experience in the financial services industry, she is committed to providing exceptional customer service and ensuring that each client feels valued and supported. Nicole strongly believes in helping clients make informed decisions that align with their personal and financial goals. Her goal is to empower clients to build a secure future for themselves and their families.  

Nicole’s associate’s degree in psychology and a rich history of customer service and management experience, brings a unique perspective to her role. Prior to joining XML in 2014 (previously Lara, May & Associates), she was the Chief Operating Officer of a travel company, demonstrating her exceptional leadership and organizational skills. Nicole holds the FINRA Series 7 and 66 qualifications and is a licensed insurance agent. Committed to continuous learning, she actively pursues additional licensing and stays up to date with the latest industry trends and regulations. Recently relocated from Colorado to XML’s headquarters in Bethesda, Nicole embraces the opportunity to be closer to her family while continuing to serve and support her clients. Outside of her professional endeavors, Nicole is an avid animal lover and cherishes quality time with her two dogs and husband. During her leisure time, she enjoys traveling the world, exploring new cultures and experiences.