Ask the Expert: Esophageal and Gastric Cancer
Dive into our latest Smart Patients blog post featuring Dr. A. Craig Lockhart, a leading expert in gastroesophageal cancers from the Medical University of South Carolina/Hollings Cancer Center. With over two decades of specialized experience, Dr. Lockhart joined our esophageal cancer community for a vibrant Q&A session. During the event, he shared his deep knowledge on advanced treatment options and the latest research, empowering the community with valuable insights into managing their condition.
Breast Cancer Treatments
We asked Breast Cancer patients to share their perspectives on quality of life when deciding on a treatment path.
Living with Multiple Myeloma
Norma Jean shared her personal experience with multiple myeloma.
Patient Perspectives on Multiple Myeloma
We asked multiple myeloma patients to share their views about key challenges during treatment.
Essential Conversations with Your Doctor about HER2-Negative Early Breast Cancer
Understanding that every person's journey with breast cancer is unique, this resource aims to enhance the way you and your healthcare provider communicate.
Empowering Patients in Clinical Trial Design
We asked the Smart Patients online community how their participation in clinical trial design would affect their willingness to participate. Key themes emerged: increased willingness to participate, patient-centered design, enhanced trust and hope, need for inclusivity and understanding, skepticism and uncertainty, and interest in the outcome.
Oncology Patient Education Forum
Practicing Clinicians Exchange and Smart Patients brought together cancer patients and clinicians for a live panel discussion.
Understanding Patient Perspective on Oral Breast Cancer Treatments
Breast cancer patients were asked how they felt about oral treatments for advanced breast cancer.
Bringing the Patient Voice into Cancer Care Decisions
Treatment plans driven by patients preferences lead to improved care outcomes.
Bringing the Patient Voice into GYN Cancer Care Decisions
Patients with ovarian, endometrial and cervical cancer shared their opinions about the factors that influence their treatment goals.
Early Breast Cancer
Patients with early breast cancer shared their treatment preferences and goals.
Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
We asked the breast cancer community about the challenges during treatment for triple-negative breast cancer.
Equitable Healthcare Experience
Dr. Ebony Hoskins shares her approach to providing equitable care to patients with gynecologic cancers.
Patient Resource for Hormone Receptor-Positive/HER2-Negative Early Breast Cancer
This guide aims to empower early breast cancer patients to navigate their CDK4/6 treatment journey with confidence and knowledge.
Stay Strong and Lighthearted
Discover essential caregiving tips from a seasoned caregiver in our latest blog post. Learn practical strategies for caring for a loved one with serious and chronic illness, including effective communication, maintaining humor, and emotional support. Ideal for new caregivers seeking guidance and insight.
Celebrating the Heroes Among Us
Join us in honoring family caregivers this Caregivers Month. Discover inspiring stories from our Smart Patients community, celebrating the dedication and love of caregivers. Recognize the heroes who provide unwavering support and care every day.