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Spring Survey 2012 Results

Cancer & Diabetes

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Cancer and the treatment of cancer may put you at risk for Diabetes. M. D. Anderson’s Internal Medicine Department has specialists who see only patients with cancer and diabetes, and work alongside oncologists to determine the best treatment plan for each patient.

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EXPERTS & GUESTS:
Victor Lavis, M.D. Victor Lavis, M.D.
Professor in Department of Endocrine Neoplasia and Hormonal Disorders, MD Anderson Cancer Center
Dr. Victor Lavis is Professor in Department of Endocrine Neoplasia and Hormonal Disorders in the Division of Internal Medicine at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. Lavis completed his medical degree at Stanford University and went on to Harvard University as an intern and assistant resident. He then served as a resident in internal medicine at... more >

Kathleen Crawford Kathleen Crawford,
Advanced Nurse Practitioner, MD Anderson Cancer Center
Ms. Kathleen Crawford is an Advanced Practice Nurse specializing in endocrine neoplasia and hormonal disorders at the M. D. Anderson Cancer Center. more >

Calistra Martinez,
Diabetic Lymphoma Survivor
Connie was diagnosed with Lymphoma in February of 2010.  She was already living with Type II Diabetes (diagnosed in 1998).  Connie's doctor referred her to M. D. Anderson where she underwent treatment for lymphoma. She was monitored closely by Dr. Lavis and nurse practitioner, Kate Crawford, as the treatment she received affected her blood sugar greatly.  Today Connie is doing... more >

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  1. Connie’s Story LISTEN
  2. Why Cancer Treatment Affects Other Conditions LISTEN
  3. Managing Two Conditions LISTEN
  4. Continuing Care LISTEN

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