The Abramson Cancer Center hosts a wide range of materials and activities that provide education and support to address key areas of concern for cancer patients and their loved ones. We are proud that many of our innovative patient education programs have been recognized by national groups, including the National Cancer Institute's Cancer Patient Education Network.
Our educational materials and support activities help people deal with the physical and emotional consequences of a cancer diagnosis and treatment. They also assist patients and families to resume active lives after treatment.
Our support group meetings provide information on topics of interest. We also provide a supportive environment where patients and families can share experiences, gain insights, and learn ways of coping with the uncertainty and changes that occur during the cancer experience.
The Cancer Center offers a variety of classes, brochures, booklets, videos, workshops and conferences that provide information that will help patients and families cope with the cancer experience. These educational materials and events provide you and your family with the latest information on:
A large and diverse staff from the Cancer Center, including advanced practice nurses, social workers, counselors, patient support specialists, nutritionists and physical therapists facilitate these programs. Guest lecturers from the Cancer Center including physicians and other members of the treatment team, as well as outside experts, are also invited to provide additional information and expertise. In addition, a significant source of help comes from being with other people who are coping with the same problems and issues.
The Abramson Cancer Center hosts a wide range of materials and activities that provide education and support to address key areas of concern for cancer patients and their loved ones. We are proud that many of our innovative patient education programs have been recognized by national groups, including the National Cancer Institute's Cancer Patient Education Network.
Our educational materials and support activities help people deal with the physical and emotional consequences of a cancer diagnosis and treatment. They also assist patients and families to resume active lives after treatment.
Our support group meetings provide information on topics of ... read more Support
At Penn, our Comprehensive Cancer Programs provide the full spectrum of treatment and follow-up care. The goal of any cancer treatment is to eliminate the cancer and prevent or reduce the chance of recurrence in the future. The various types of cancer therapy may be used alone or in combinations, depending on the type of cancer as well as other factors, such as stage of tumor, and your medical condition. Your physicians will recommend the best combination of treatments for your individual condition and assist in making the choice that's right for you.
The various treatment approaches provided by our cancer specialists are described here. For more information about these treatments, visit OncoLink® and click on Read more Treatment
After high fever and other flu-like symptoms, Mary Lau had tests which revealed she had ampulla duct cancer. One of her daughters became the researcher in the family, and found that the top physician for this kind of pancreatic cancer was at Penn. Her husband retired to spend more time with Mary and their family. Both of their daughters came home, one from Dallas and one from New York, during Mary's treatment. Her surgery at Penn was successful, and she has become a volunteer for the Abramson Cancer Center's Person-to-Person program where she is matched with patients who have the same kind of cancer. Mary continues to work full-time at the job she loves, and she learned from her experience that it takes a family to treat cancer.
Learn about CAR T Cell Trials at Penn
Media Hub for Bone Marrow Transplant and Stem Cell Transplant
Media Hub for Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma - Watch Educational Videos!
Focus On Blood Cancers and Bone Marrow Transplant Video
A patient education video with testimonies from our patients, doctors and researchers. Find out more about programs, treatment, research and care that is unique to the Abramson Cancer Center.
Find a Doctor/Researcher
Make an Appointment
Refer a Patient
Make a Gift
Explore Penn Cancer Network
