MODESTO, Calif. – Doctors Medical Center will proudly host The Cancer Journey – Learning to Cope, a FREE educational program for anyone whose life has been touched by cancer.

The series is designed for adults with cancer and their family members and friends to address issues and concerns experienced with cancer. This series will assist the participants to increase their knowledge about the disease, treatment, nutrition, pain physical activity, positive attitude and skills.

“Together, we believe that by providing education, support and resources, there will be an understanding of what may lay ahead, promoting more positive outcomes,” said Sima Nazi, oncology program coordinator for Doctors Medical Center. “This is a great resource for our community, and we encourage everyone who has been affected by cancer to attend this free program.”

The October program is as follows:

Segment 1: Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008

Coping with a Life Altering Illness

Jeanne Carlisle, MSW  

Segment 2: Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2008

Acupuncture: What It Can Do For Cancer Patients

Calvin Lee, MD, Acupuncturist and Board-Certified General Surgeon  

Pain Management in Cancer Patients

Karen Hall, RN  

Segment 3: Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008

Nutrition & Well Being

Laura Johnson, MSRD  

Exercise & Movement

Jeff Steckler, COTA  

Segment 4: Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2008

Learn About Cancer & Radiation Therapy

Peter Sien, MD, MSHA, Radiation Oncologist  

HMO Rights: What You Need To Know

Kevin Dalcamo, OPA, Office of Patient Advocate  

All programs are from 6-8 p.m. in the Doctors Medical Center Conference Center. Attendees can register for one or more events; participation at each segment is encouraged but not mandatory. Walk-ins are accepted; however, participants are encouraged to register for this event by calling 1.888.284.6641 or signing up online at dmc-modesto.com.

Doctors Medical Center of Modesto, part of Tenet California, is a 465-bed acute care hospital located at 1441 Florida Ave. in Modesto. DMC offers a wide range of services, including the cardiology, neurology, emergency and trauma services, women and children’s services, orthopedics, medical/surgical, behavioral health, oncology, and critical/intensive care. To learn more about Doctors Medical Center, or to receive a referral to one of our 550 affiliated physicians, visit www.dmc-modesto.com.  

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