Welcome to
Living well with CLL: diagnosis, treatments and support
03/30/2019
Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront Hotel
3001 Atlantic Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA, 23451
Program: 11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Speakers:
Scott Kruger, MD, FACP; Hematology & Oncology, Internal Medicine
Roshonda Poole, BHSC, CDP, MSW Student; Oncology Social Worker
Megan Fortner, BSW, MA; Oncology Social Worker
Program Description
This program is designed to provide attendees with essential information that will help you participate more actively and confidently in decisions about your CLL treatment and survivorship.
CLL patients, caregivers, family and friends will gain a better understanding of:
· CLL treatment, including standard care and clinical trials
· Strategies to make informed decisions about treatment
· Tips for communicating with your health care team
· Strategies to manage disease and treatment side effects
· Strategies for managing ongoing cancer survivorship issues, including financial and employment challenges, as well as psychosocial issues
· Resources available in your local community, at cancer centers, and those provided by LLS