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You've received a diagnosis... Now what?
How this guide can help
Google with care, trust but verify
Decision Making ..be clear about what is important to you
What exactly is cancer? It's complicated, how to know what you are dealing with
How to read your pathology report to understand your cancer type
How to determine the stage of a cancer T,N,M staging
Tumor Grading and Why it Matters
How to Read Your Radiology Report
Accessing and Understanding a Medical Progress Note
Genomic vs. Genetic Testing How they are different and the roles they play
How to read your next Genomic testing report (NGS, next generation sequencing)
What does the medical literature say - remember, you are not a statistic!
How is cancer treated?
Chemotherapy - treatments and side effects
Radiation treatment
Surgical treatment
Are you a candidate for precision medicine or immunotherapy?
Targeted and Immunotherapy explained
How to evaluate complementary and alternative regimens
Do you have the right people on your team?
How to maximize the time in front of your doctors
How to effectively communicate with your team - using your patient portal
Do you need a second opinion? Here's how to secure one
How to talk to your team about the financial burden of treatment
Palliative care is NOT hospice - everyone needs palliative care
Locating supportive resources - managing your mindset
How to manage the financial stress
Still have questions? Connect with Dana
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