Stanford Medicine Cancer Survivorship Roundtable

Join a compelling roundtable discussion featuring cancer survivors as they share their personal journeys, addressing the challenges of cancer diagnosis and revealing effective strategies that helped them regain control and enhance their quality of life. Explore topics such as living with uncertainty, creating new goals, reinventing oneself, and giving back to the community. Gain insights into the concept of cancer survivorship, patient support materials, and the survivorship continuum. Listen to inspiring stories from panelists like Patty Gans, Siros, Saroj, and Magdalena as they discuss their experiences with various cancer types, including mucosa carcinoma. Discover how survivors cope with disfigurement, face bad days, maintain a positive outlook, and embrace the fighter mentality. Learn about practical approaches to living with cancer, including staying flexible, managing discomfort, and finding relaxation techniques. This informative session also touches on the impact of cancer on work life and personal pursuits like backpacking, offering a comprehensive view of the cancer survivor experience.