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What is your role in a patient's cancer-treatment journey?
I am available Monday through Friday via phone and email to assist any patients seeking second opinions or consults, or those who may have questions about clinical trials. I also answer general questions related to our cancer-treatment programs.

You're often the first person that patients encounter after being diagnosed with cancer. How do you deal with people undergoing such tremendous emotional turmoil?
I am an advocate and an educator. Most importantly, I’m a contact with a name and a phone number, and I’m there so people can reach out to me. I help people going through what is undoubtedly an overwhelming situation. Giving these people my name and contact information may not seem like much of a comfort, but it provides them with a connection—someone they can call for help.

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What questions do people newly diagnosed with cancer commonly ask?
I get a lot of questions from people who want to know what set University of Minnesota Cancer Care apart from other providers in terms of cancer treatment. Because we’re a research hospital, I also get questions from people who are interested in becoming part of a clinical trial for treatment of their disease.

How do you address people’s concerns?
I try to make sure our patients know they are in the hands of a dedicated team of caring professionals.

What, in your opinion, sets University of Minnesota Cancer Care apart in terms of cancer treatment?
I’m really proud to be a part of University of Minnesota Cancer Care. We offer a unique team approach as a comprehensive cancer program. We are a National Cancer Institute-designated institution offering clinical trial opportunities and leading edge treatments.