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    Spring Survey 2012

    Hodgkin Lymphoma News: What Does It Mean for You?

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    In this podcast, Hodgkin lymphoma experts Dr. Joseph Connors and Dr. Michelle Finale share the latest treatment and research news. Plus, a patient will share her inspiring story and valuable insights. 
     
    Our guests explore:

    • What is the changing landscape of treatment? What does recent treatment news mean for people with Hodgkin lymphoma?
    • Where is research headed?
    • Is there a specific discussion patients should have with their doctor?  

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    EXPERTS & GUESTS:
    Joseph Connors, MD, FRCPC Joseph Connors, MD, FRCPC
    Clinical Director, Centre for Lymphoid Cancer , BC Cancer Agency
    Dr. Joseph Connors is the clinical director of the Centre for Lymphoid Cancer and head of the Provincial Lymphoma Tumour Group at the B.C. Cancer Agency. Dr. Connors is also a clinical professor at the University of British Columbia. He received his MD from Yale University and served his internal medicine residency training and chief residency at the University of North... more >

    Michelle Fanale, M.D. Michelle Fanale, M.D.
    Assistant Professor, Lymphoma/Myeloma, MD Anderson Cancer Center
    Dr. Michelle A. Fanale is Assistant Professor in the Department of Lymphoma/Myeloma, Division of Cancer Medicine at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. Dr. Fanale received her medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey followed by a residency at the Mayo Clinic and a fellowship in medical oncology and... more >

    Kimberly Tijerina Kimberly Tijerina,
    Hodgkin Lymphoma Patient
    Kimberly Tijerina, from Conroe, Texas, was 24 years old and newly married when she was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma in June of 2010. After feeling short of breath, Kimberly went to her general doctor to investigate her symptom. A chest X-ray showed that the left lung was collapsed due to fluid accumulation and she was immediately admitted to the emergency... more >

    TRANSCRIPT:

    1. Kimberly’s Story LISTEN
    2. Advances in Hodgkin Lymphoma Treatment LISTEN
    3. The Role of PET Scans LISTEN
    4. Personalizing Therapy LISTEN
    5. Hope for the Future LISTEN
    6. Considering a Clinical Trial LISTEN
    7. Closing Thoughts LISTEN

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