A member of Brigham community for 20 years, Dr. Beard established herself as a leading expert in treating not only testicular cancer but also prostate, bladder and penile cancer — caring for patients and families with extraordinary skill and compassion. Gifted with a sharp mind, meticulous eye for detail and near-encyclopedic knowledge of men’s genitourinary (GU) cancers, Dr. Beard was the person colleagues frequently consulted for clinical guidance. These traits also made her a natural teacher, her colleagues noted, as she freely shared her experience and wisdom with trainees and peers alike.