Sal was one of many first responders in 9/11. His professional commitment to the FDNY and to the City of New York placed his life and well-being at extremely elevated risks in many rescue calls and even more so each day that he spent directly exposed to the deadly dust of Ground Zero. His … [Read more...] about Sal Banchitta, Retired Firefighter and First Responders Cancer Resource, Patient Advocate
Patient Advocacy and Navigation
Christina Martini, Yoga and Wellness Therapist, Educator, Cancer Patient Advocacy and Navigation, Mindfulness
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=3&v=Gr7M-fX9ENk Welcome, Aloha I have experienced 15+ years practicing as a certified cancer patient nurse navigator and patient advocate with Harold Freeman Institute. I am a certified yoga educator, Ashtanga yoga practitioner, health … [Read more...] about Christina Martini, Yoga and Wellness Therapist, Educator, Cancer Patient Advocacy and Navigation, Mindfulness
Adriana Caicedo, Brain Cancer Survivor, Patient Advocate, Counseling, Aromatherapist
I am a brain cancer (Primary CNS lymphoma) survivor in my third year of remission. I learned a lot during my entire year of chemo treatment and during my second year of recovery. My doctors recommended me to sign into their holistic program with the neuro-oncology students at Columbia Medical … [Read more...] about Adriana Caicedo, Brain Cancer Survivor, Patient Advocate, Counseling, Aromatherapist
Michele Cerami, Cancer Patient Advocate
I am a Cancer Advocate specializing in cancer care. I have a Masters in Healthcare Management Administration and a Bachelors in Community and Human Services. I am an 18 year Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma cancer survivor and I have a calling to help those that have been recently diagnosed as "I am here … [Read more...] about Michele Cerami, Cancer Patient Advocate
Kathryn Seng Gurland LCSW, Founder and Director of PEG’S Group, Cancer Navigation Consultant
Every person affected by cancer is different. PEG’S Group will work with you to understand your unique needs, wishes, fears, and goals. We will collaborate with you in striving to increase your chances of survival, maintaining your hope and prioritizing your quality of life. At a time when you … [Read more...] about Kathryn Seng Gurland LCSW, Founder and Director of PEG’S Group, Cancer Navigation Consultant
Karen Ingalls, Author, Patient Advocate, Ovarian Cancer Educator
I am celebrating my 11th year as an ovarian cancer survivor despite two recurrences. I was named a winner for the 2013 National Indie Excellence Awards for women’s health and a finalist in the 2012 Midwest Book Awards for my book, Outshine: An Ovarian Cancer Memoir. When I was diagnosed with … [Read more...] about Karen Ingalls, Author, Patient Advocate, Ovarian Cancer Educator