Given the nature of the situation, sharing the news of someone having cancer is overwhelming and stressful on both sides. When patients hear those words, they have no idea what to think or say. There are tips and tools to help patients adjust to - and deal with - their diagnosis. Your patients need to be able to clearly express their wants and needs.

Teamwork: A Cancer Patient's Guide To Talking With Your Doctor is a resource that encourages productive dialogue between you and your patients, along with the rest of their health care team. The guide offers an extensive list of questions for all aspects of cancer, from diagnosis and treatment, to clinical trials and life after cancer. Use this resource to encourage patients to express their feelings, make a plan, and be as educated as possible about their cancer diagnosis.

Sections in this publication include:

Understanding How To Talk To Your Doctor »

Asking Questions: Who, When, How »

Understanding and Remembering What The Doctor Says »

Talking With Your Doctor In The Hospital »

Barriers For The Doctor and The Patient »

Remedies When Problems Occur »

Questions To Ask Your Doctor »