Our scientists look closely at what makes you unique to find special cancer treatments just for you.
Cancer Help Desk combines compassion, expert knowledge, and evidence-based science to offer personalized education, resources, and treatment choices to anyone dealing with cancer. We act as a neutral liaison bringing people with cancer, oncology providers, and researchers together to dynamically improve cancer care. We do this with urgency, respect, and transparency.
Every cancer diagnosis and person facing cancer is unique. Our oncology nurses talk with patients or caregivers to answer their questions, assess immediate needs, and customize cancer support.
We work with testing companies and oncologists to help patients receive appropriate testing. Our PhD scientists review and explain test results and how they may apply to tailored treatment options.
One of our PhD scientists thoroughly reviews your unique case and creates a personalized treatment plan listing clinical trials and therapies you may not know about.
Expert oncology navigators and PhD scientists help you understand and prioritize all your treatment options. Our nurses contact study coordinators on your behalf and keep you updated.
Cancer Help Desk is proud to announce the formation of its Oncology Nurse Advisory Board. This esteemed panel of nurse experts will play a decisive role in guiding Cancer Help Desk’s mission to dynamically improve cancer care. Cancer Help Desk’s mission is to combine compassion, expert knowledge, and evidence-based science when offering personalized education, resources, and treatment choices for people dealing with cancer.
The members of the newly formed Oncology Nurse Advisory Board are:
• Heather Askren, DNP, NP-C, RN, OCN
• Jessica Brodbeck, MSN, RN, AOCNS
• Susan Bruce, MSN, RN, AOCNS
• Cindi Cantril, MPH, RN, OCN, CBCN
• Sheila Gwinn, BSN, RN, OCN
Cancer Help Desk partners with Edison Oncology to conduct a pilot project aimed at improving quality of life for patients with pediatric recurrent solid tumors. See video.
“We are excited to join The Coalition Against Childhood Cancers (CAC2) in order to support as many children and families in need of advanced oncology navigation” said Rebecca Driscoll, CEO, Cancer Help Desk. “CAC2 has been an exemplary organization that has supported more than 120 foundations in their missions to help identify better options for pediatric cancers.”
Patients aged 2-30 with recurrent pediatric solid tumors including but not limited to neuroblastoma, rhabdomyosarcoma, Ewing sarcoma, hepatoblastoma and medulloblastoma may be eligible for this trial
The information provided by Cancer Help Desk is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or other health care services. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider and talk with your healthcare provider about any questions you may have.
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