Dr. Sandra Swain President of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). To discuss the future of cancer care in the US and hurdles to overcome.
ASCO is the main society or cancer physicians and researchers around the world. They have over 30,000 members.
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"I take the fight against cancer personally. I lost my father to esophageal cancer. I understand the disruption cancer causes in a family. Attempting to understand the disease, treatment options, and make life changing decisions can seem overwhelming.
I strive to help each patient and family gain knowledge of their disease and treatment options so they are well prepared to make the best decisions possible. I have focused my time and efforts to develop an expertise in Urological Cancers.
I remain active in patient care, research, and national committees for these tumors to ensure that I provide superior patient advice."
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Urological Cancers (Prostate, Kidney, Bladder Cancer and Testicular Cancers)
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World-class prostate cancer background from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Expert panel member for the development of National Prostate Cancer Treatment Guidelines
A selected CALGB member designing new research studies for Prostate & Urologic Cancers across the nation
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Why Get A Second Opinion?
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Few things in life are as feared or anxiety provoking as facing cancer. You now have questions about if what you are doing is the right thing or you may not know where to even begin. As a member of your team, CancerOpinions opens the doors to leading experts for your type of cancer who will be by your side as your experienced guide.
3 VITAL FACTS:
1) Not all Oncologists have equal training, focus, & experience.
Over 80% of U.S. cancer physicians treat ALL types of cancer. Given the nearly 2,000 breast cancer research studies, 1,000 prostate cancer studies, and over 1,100 vaccine studies for cancer, just to name a few, it is NOT possible for the average oncologist to stay aware of all the new treatment options and recommendations available for every cancer.
CancerOpinions' experts each have vast experience in the treatment and research of a single type of cancer. This lifelong dedicated focus assures that no patient will be missing a potentially life-changing treatment.
2) Busy Oncologists have limited time to spend educating patients and choosing the best treatment for each patient.
Most oncologists have 10-20 minutes to spend with a patient before they have to move on to the next appointment. This is not enough time to assure that you understand your cancer. Also this does not allow the oncologist enough time to spend reviewing recent treatment advances and research for every patient.
CancerOpinions' experts have no time constraints. An expert will thoroughly review your cancer records and provide you with comprehensive recommendations including your best treatment options. The report will provide you with a clear understanding of your cancer.
3) Quality Oncologists are NOT offended by second opinions.
Many patients are reluctant to seek a second opinion for fear of offending their current physician. This should NOT be a concern. All physicians understand that cancer is a serious diagnosis and there are often many treatment options from which to choose. Physicians want their patients and their families to be reassured and feel confident when making those difficult treatment choices.
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