Teleconference "Beyond Treatment: Understanding Your New Normal"

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Tuesday, September 11, 2012,  12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET

During this free teleconference, Susan Hong, MD, MPH, will explain what to expect both physically and emotionally when your treatment for breast cancer ends. Dr. Hong will also discuss the benefits of a survivorship care plan and how to use this plan to successfully:Transition into life after completing active treatmentMonitor ongoing health and follow-up careManage lingering side effectsDeal with unexpected emotionsAbout Our SpeakerDr. Hong is a board-certified internist who currently runs the breast cancer survivorship program at The University of Chicago Medicine. Since 2002, Dr. Hong has been a key member of the program for personalized health and prevention, a program that features comprehensive full-day physical exams and tailored recommendations for optimal health. She also practices in the primary care group.About the ProgramOur speaker will give a brief presentation followed by a question-and-answer period. To participate, you only need a telephone or computer with  Adobe Flash Player or  Windows Media Player. Social workers may be eligible to receive continuing education credits; see our registration form for more details.Register by September 4 online or by calling (610) 645-4567. [I was able to register last night despite the September 4th deadline]

http://www.lbbc.org/Events/2012-09-11-Beyond-Treatment