Successful recovery from cancer depends, in part, on being able to talk with your doctor. Working with your doctor and your health care team by using a Survivorship Care Plan can help improve your health and enhance your well-being and peace of mind.
A Survivorship Care Plan is a document that works like a road map. It helps you get through the health care system and chart the course for your care now and in the future. It's OK to ask for a Survivorship Care Plan. In fact, the Institute of Medicine suggests that you do.* To the right is a reference sheet you can give to your oncology team to explain your request for a Survivorship Care Plan.
Below are some comments and questions that many cancer Survivors have told us are important to them. You may have questions and concerns as well. We want you to feel comfortable about discussing these with your doctor and move forward with your life. |
