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11/5/12

How a CML Patient and Doctor Work Together

Being diagnosed with any chronic condition can be challenging. Being diagnosed with cancer can be terrifying. To help manage a condition like Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML), it is critical to have a close relationship with a doctor you respect and trust. Joining us is Sandra Stagg, diagnosed with CML 5 years ago, and her oncologist, Dr. Jessica Altman from Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Together they discuss the importance of the doctor-patient relationship and how to get the most out of it to ensure better care.

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Jessica  Altman, MD Jessica Altman, MD
Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine, Hematology Oncology Division, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Jessica Altman is an Assistant Professor in Medicine in Hematology/Oncology at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Altman received her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh and completed her Fellowship at Northwestern McGaw/Northwestern Memorial Hospital. She is Board Certified in Hematology, Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. Her interests include Acute Leukemias, Anemia, Aplastic Anemia, Chronic Leukemias, Leukemia, Myelodysplastic... more >

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