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Links & Resources
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Knowledge is power and sometimes gaining power helps to reduce some of the stress and anxiety around dealing with an illness. Below are some links to reputable Web sites that offer information about cancer diagnosis, treatment, and complementary health services. Also, you can check out the information in Suburban Hospital's online Health Library by clicking here.
Courage Collages for Cancer Patients/Survivors
CourageCollages workshops are intended to facilitate the emotional coping and healing process for cancer patients and survivors. There are many paths to healing after a cancer diagnosis, including traditional therapy, support groups, and journaling. The CourageCollages workshop is another way for individuals to express their feelings, hopes and fears on the journey to their "new normal." For more information about this workshop and the schedule of upcoming programs, click here.
School/Community Speakers
Need a speaker or a health fair representative? Suburban Hospital can arrange for a healthcare professional to speak to your business or organization free of charge. We can also assist you with community health fairs. For more information, call 301.896.3939.
Skin Health and Safety
In efforts to stop skin cancer before it strikes, the Suburban Hospital Cancer Care program partners with the Sidney J. Malawer Memorial Foundation, a non-profit organization that raises funds for melanoma awareness, prevention, and screening. These outreach programs are designed to promote sun safety and early detection to Montgomery County residents of all ages. They include:
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"Block It Out," a sun safety program taught in Montgomery County public and private schools,
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"Prom Promise," a program to educate high school students about the risks of using tanning booths,
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Free skin screenings twice a year,
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Pediatric Kits to educate pediatricians and their patients about childhood sun safety,
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Educational materials in the community,
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Lectures for physicians on melanoma skin cancer, and
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Golf tournament and dinner to raise funds for educational programs.
For more information about the Malawer Foundation, click here.
Clinical Oncology Social Workers
The Clinical Oncology Social Workers provide emotional support to patients and their families from the time of diagnosis through treatment and during the transition to life after treatment. They help patients cope with the many challenges a cancer diagnosis brings through counseling, support groups, and psycho-educational programs. Our social worker on the Oncology inpatient unit is Janet Connors, LCSW-C (301.896.2192) and our social worker on the Adult Surgery inpatient unit and oncology outpatients is Susan Jacobstein, LCSW-C (301.896.2193).
Educational Seminars and Workshops
Seminars and workshops on a variety of topics, from treatment to survivorship, are offered throughout the year. For information or to be added to the mailing list call Pam Milberg at 301.896.6836.
Nurse Care Coordinators
The Nurse Care Coordinators provide support and educate patients about their disease and its treatment, enabling them to more confidently make decisions and cope with their illness. For information call Rebecca Trupp, RN at 301.896.6798 or Amy Beer, RN at 301.896.6782.
Oncology Research Program
The Oncology Research Program, in partnership with local oncologists, offers patients access to leading-edge clinical trials sponsored by the National Cancer Institute’s Cooperative Group Program or by pharmaceutical companies. These clinical trials study investigational drugs, new combinations of standard treatments for cancer, or cancer prevention in high risk patients. For information call Barbara Squiller, MSN, CRNP at 301.896.2719 or Melissa Hyman, RN at 301.896.3221.
GCM-Suburban Imaging Patient Liaison
The Patient Liaison provides support and coordination of services for women having mammograms and breast biopsies at GCM/Suburban Imaging. For information call Marie Ronick at 301.896.6877.
Genetic Risk Assessment Clinic
A multidisciplinary team offers genetic counseling and testing to people at risk for carrying a breast and ovarian cancer susceptibility gene. This information may be helpful in making medical decisions about how to manage future risk for cancer. For information call Judith Macon, RN, MA at 301.896.2445.
Health Information Links
Smith Farm for the Healing Arts
US Department of Health and Human Services