Wally
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"Be proactive, educate yourself, and do everything you can to support your loved one on their road to better health."

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Multiple Myeloma Patient

"Find a support group, stay connected with others—there is hope for all of us."

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Webcasts are another way to get disease and lifestyle information about multiple myeloma from a variety of experts. Click here to view recent webcasts, including Multiple Myeloma Basics and and a survey from the Association of Oncology Social Work on the financial burdens of cancer care.

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Use this Video Library to learn from other real patients, caregivers and even healthcare professionals as they share their personal experiences with multiple myeloma.

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Letter from Doctor John Doe

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Greetings -

I am an oncologist at To Be Determined Hospital, and I have been working with multiple myeloma patients for more than a dozen years. Allow me to start by saying that if you or a loved one has been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, you are not alone. On the contrary, you have a dedicated team of people who are taking our best shot at helping you, and patients and caregivers like you, beat this cancer.

There are many thousands of us working to help you. Healthcare professionals and medical experts strive every day to learn and discover more aboutmultiple myeloma so that we can help you to feel better and live your best life for as long as possible.

You have my word that we will do all we can to provide the best care for you...but we rely on you to help by reaching out to us and taking an active role in your disease management. It's important that the patients, caregivers and healthcare teams keep the lines of communication open and that we develop relationships built on honesty and trust. We need you to be forthcoming about your complete medical history, including any pre-existing health conditions so that we can take these into consideration as we work together to build a treatment plan that's right for you.

Your healthcare team will be an essential part of your disease management, and we want this to be a collaborative journey. Know that your treatment plan will be the result of discussions between you and your doctor about your disease state and treatment goals. If you are a relapsed patient, your treatmentoptions may be different, so talk to your doctor about what's right for you. Take advantage of the opportunity to play an active role in managing your disease by asking your team about the latest evolutions in treatment options and how they could be a fit for you - be it the latest multi-drug therapy or a clinical trial.

No matter where you are in your treatment planning or disease management, know that we are here to answer your questions and work with you to help you achieve your treatment goals. Your healthcare team is just that - YOUR TEAM. So here's to taking your best shot.

Dr. John Doe

 
 

 

Letter from Nurse Krista Tucker

Myeloma Educator

I'm Krista Tucker, and I have been working as a nurse with myeloma patients for more than XX years. As a multiple myeloma expert, I've learned that many
patients don't have multiple myeloma symptoms until their disease has reached an advanced stage,
so you may be entering this conversation with a prognosis that seems very intimidating.

I know the journey won't be easy. But sooner rather than later it's worth the effort to “Take Your Best Shot" -- to take charge of your disease by increasing your understanding of your multiple myeloma, surrounding yourself with people who can help and support you, and educating yourself on treatment options, right down to the financial aspects, so that you and your healthcare team can form a treatment plan that's right for you.

I've cared for many wonderful people with multiple myeloma, and I've seen many different approaches to dealing with their disease. I know how tough it can get, but it pays to stay positive! It's a journey that demands your energy, engagement and determination. You've got to take charge and stay involved in your care.

You need to line up the best team possible to guide you through this journey! Choose your healthcare team and support your diagnosis. Then work through the details with your oncologist about what is right for you, and know that it's okay to get a second opinion when you have questions about treatment decisions.

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