On Saturday, April 24 at 8pm ET, Summer Golden—comedian, cancer patient advocate, and beloved PEN Network Manager—is hosting a one-of-a-kind comedy show to benefit the Patient Empowerment Network. This Zoom-based show will feature live performances by comedians who have personally experienced living with cancer. Learn More >>
You’re Invited! We hope you’ll join us for our next Empowered #patientchat discussion titled "What is Patient Advocacy?" In preparation for this chat, take a look at the recent PEN-Powered Activity Guide VI: What is Patient Advocacy? Empowered Patient Chats (#patientchat) are held every other Friday at 10:00 am Pacific / 1:00 pm Eastern and during the chat patients and […]
What do you need to know before deciding which treatment is best for YOUR CLL? In this 30-minute webinar, Dr. Lindsey Roeker will discuss the role of key CLL tests, including biomarker testing, review emerging research, and provide tips for partnering with your team to advocate for the best care. Watch online on Tuesday, May […]
You’re Invited! We hope you’ll join us for our next Empowered #patientchat discussion “Collaboration: Connecting and Empowering Patient Communities” with Amanda (@LAlupudLady). We hope to see you Friday, April 16th on Twitter (or tchat.io/rooms/patientchat) at 10:00 am Pacific / 1:00 pm Eastern. Be sure to include the hashtag #patientchat in all your responses! Guiding our discussion will be the following Topic (T#:) Questions: T1: How can […]
Triage Cancer offers a series of FREE educational conferences for individuals diagnosed with cancer, caregivers, advocates, and oncology healthcare professionals. Learn valuable information about the legal and practical issues that arise after a cancer diagnosis that can help manage finances and avoid the financial burden of a cancer diagnosis. Find the agenda and more information […]
You’re Invited! We hope you'll join us for our next Empowered #patientchat discussion titled "Being Intentional with Your Mental Health" We hope to see you Friday, May 28th on Twitter (or tchat.io/rooms/patientchat) at 10:00 am Pacific / 1:00 pm Eastern. Be sure to include the hashtag #patientchat in all your responses! Guiding our discussion will be the following Topic (T#:) Questions: […]
How can you play a role in your MPN care and treatment decisions? Engaging with your healthcare team is essential and may lead to better overall outcomes. In this 30-minute webinar, Dr. Naveen Pemmaraju will provide tips for how best to advocate for yourself or a loved one, as well as tools for making treatment […]
You’re Invited! We hope you’ll join us for our next Empowered #patientchat discussion “Are You an Empowered Survivor?” with Alicia Staley (@stales). Empowered Patient Chats (#patientchat) are held every other Friday at 10:00 am Pacific / 1:00 pm Eastern and during the chat patients and advocates come to learn from each other and discuss topics of interest to empowered patients. Click HERE to learn more […]
We are proud to support the NORD interactive and virtual Living Rare, Living Stronger Patient & Family Forum. During the event, patients, caregivers and advocates in the rare disease community will be able to attend panels that will empower them to live their best, rare life. The Living Rare, Living Stronger NORD Patient and Family […]
How can you play a role in your myeloma care and treatment decisions? Engaging with your healthcare team is essential and may lead to better overall outcomes. In this 30-minute webinar, Dr. Rafael Fonseca will provide tips for how best to advocate for yourself or a loved one, as well as tools for making treatment and care decisions. Dr. Rafael Fonseca is the interim director of Mayo Clinic Cancer Center and serves as the […]
You’re Invited! We hope you’ll join us for our next Empowered #patientchat discussion “Transforming Healthcare as a Patient Leader” with Seth Rotberg (@wegohealth). We hope to see you Friday, July 9th on Twitter (or tchat.io/rooms/patientchat) at 10:00 am Pacific / 1:00 pm Eastern. Be sure to include the hashtag #patientchat in all your responses! Guiding the conversation will the be the following Topic […]
What are common barriers that breast cancer patients and their families face when seeking care? What advice do experts have for breast cancer patients to expand their options to receive optimal care? In this 30-minute webinar, host Dr. Nicole Rochester and Dr. Regina Hampton will discuss how patients can take a proactive approach to their […]
What do you need to know before deciding which treatment is best for YOUR prostate cancer? In this webinar, Dr. Maha Hussain will discuss the role of key tests in choosing therapy, including biomarker testing, provide tips for partnering with your care team and review recent research news. Watch online on Thursday, July 15 at […]
How can those living with prostate cancer ensure they get quality care even if they live in rural areas? Empowering yourself with knowledge and knowing what questions to ask can help. In this 30-minute webinar, host Dr. Nicole Rochester will have a discussion with two noted prostate experts, Dr. Petros Grivas and Dr. Yaw Nyame, […]
What do you need to know before deciding which treatment is best for YOUR AML? In this webinar, Dr. Ellen Ritchie will review key factors that guide treatment decisions, including biomarker testing, and share advice for partnering with your team to advocate for the best care. Dr. Ellen K. Ritchie is assistant professor of medicine […]
How can those living with lung cancer ensure they get quality care even if they live in rural areas? Empowering yourself with knowledge and knowing what questions to ask can help. What key steps and best practices can lung cancer patients take for a proactive approach to their healthcare? How can lung cancer patients gain […]
You’re Invited! We hope you'll join us for our next Empowered #patientchat as we discuss risk reduction. We hope to see you Friday, August 6th on Twitter (or tchat.io/rooms/patientchat) at 10:00 am Pacific / 1:00 pm Eastern. Be sure to include the hashtag #patientchat in all your responses! T1: Risk-reducing care? Health maintenance? Preventative care? What term for this topic resonates […]
What do you need to know before deciding which treatment is best for YOUR metastatic breast cancer? In this webinar, Dr. Jane Meisel will review recent research news, discuss the role of key tests--including biomarker testing --in determining a treatment plan, and share advice for self advocacy. Watch online on Tuesday, August 24 at 1 […]
Revisiting PI3K Inhibitors for the Treatment of CLL: Are They Living Up to Their Promise? Description: Blocking the B-cell receptor (BCR) with ibrutinib and other BTKi drugs has revolutionized care in CLL. PI3K inhibitors also block that same receptor and are remarkably effective in treating CLL. Join Dr. Ian Flinn who will explain how these […]
You’re Invited! We hope you’ll join us for our next Empowered #patientchat discussion “How Can You Utilize Telehealth Services?” with Diverse Health Hub (@DHealthHub). Empowered Patient Chats (#patientchat) are held every other Friday at 10:00 am Pacific / 1:00 pm Eastern and during the chat patients and advocates come to learn from each other and discuss topics of interest to empowered patients. Click HERE to […]
