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     Seattle Cancer Care Alliance
     Disclaimer
     SCCA Internal Links
         Research Staff Resources
         Clinical Staff Resources


Diseases & Treatments

     Diseases & Treatments
     Patient Stories


Life After Cancer

     The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center Survivorship Program at SCCA
         Education, Evaluation, and Research
         Survivorship Clinics
             Survivorship Clinic - Adult Patients
             Survivorship Clinic for Childhood Cancer Patients
         Survivorship Clinic Staff
         Important Articles for Survivors
             Survival Strategy Articles
             Research Articles for Survivors
         Health Links
         Lectures & Events
         Patient Stories
         Survivorship FAQs
     Women's Wellness Clinic
         Women's Wellness Clinic Newsletter
         Women's Wellness Clinic Providers
             Barbara J. Silko, ARNP, PhD
             Heidi Trott, MN, ARNP
             Lexi Harlow, DPT, CLT
             Gretchen Gruender, MS, RD, CD
         Women's Wellness Patient Stories


Prevention & Early Detection

     Prevention & Early Detection
     Lung Cancer Early Detection & Prevention Clinic
         What Do You Know About Lung Cancer?
         Our Providers
         About the Lung Cancer Early Detection & Prevention Clinic
         Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
         What is Bronchoscopy?
         Pulmonary Nodules
         Should I get a lung CT scan?
         Smoke-Free Life Program
         VATS - Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery
     Early Detection of Colorectal Cancer
         Colorectal Cancer Risk Factors
         Signs and Symptoms of Colorectal Cancer
     Early Detection for Skin Cancer
         How Much Do You Know About Skin Cancer?
     Early Detection for Cervical Cancer
     Early Detection for Prostate Cancer
         What Do You Know About Prostate Cancer?
     Breast and Ovarian Cancer Prevention Program
     Breast Health Clinic
     Gastrointestinal Cancer Prevention Program
         Your First Appointment
     Preventing Cancer
         Cancer Prevention Clinic
             Andrea Leiserowitz
             Cancer Prevention Clinic Dieticians
         Healthy Living Choices
             Nutrition Guidelines
         Smoke-Free Life
             Reasons to Quit
             Smoking-Cessation Helpful Links
         Cancer Prevention News


About Us

     Why SCCA?
     Seattle Cancer Care Alliance Survival Rates
         Breast Cancer Survival Rates
             Breast Cancer Stage 0 Survival Rates
             Breast Cancer Stage I Survival Rates
             Breast Cancer Stage II Survival Rates
             Breast Cancer Stage III Survival Rates
         Colon Cancer Survival Rates
             Colon Cancer Stage I Survival Rates
             Colon Cancer Stage II Survival Rates
             Colon Cancer Stage IV Survival Rates
         Leukemia Survival Rates
         Lung Cancer Survival Rates
             Lung Cancer Stage I Survival Rates
             Lung Cancer Stage II Survival Rates
             Lung Cancer Stage III Survival Rates
             Lung Cancer Stage IV Survival Rates
         Lymphoma Survival Rates
             Lymphoma Stage I Survival Rates
             Lymphoma Stage II Survival Rates
             Lymphoma Stage IV Survival Rates
         Melanoma Survival Rates
             Melanoma Stage 0 Survival Rates
             Melanoma Stage I Survival Rates
             Melanoma Stage II Survival Rates
             Melanoma Stage III Survival Rates
         Myeloma Survival Rates
         Prostate Cancer Survival Rates
             Prostate Cancer Stage II Survival Rates
             Prostate Cancer Stage III Survival Rates
             Prostate Cancer Stage IV Survival Rates
         SCCA Clinical Outcomes: Frequently Asked Questions
         Data Collection Methodology
     Where You're Treated First Matters Most
     SCCA Overview
         SCCA Purpose & Mission
         Leadership
         Accreditations & Licenses
             American College of Radiology
             American Society for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics
             American College of Pathologists
             Commission on Cancer
             Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy
             The Joint Commission
         SCCA at a Glance
     Our Founding Organizations
         Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
         UW Medicine
         Seattle Children's
     Why Your Child Should Be Treated by SCCA
     Patient Stories
     What to Look for in a Cancer Center
     Careers
         Other Opportunities
         Current Openings
         Benefits
         Nursing Careers
     Press Room
         Press Releases
         Audio-interviews with SCCA Physicians
         Frequently Asked Questions
         Video Categories
             Videos
         SCCA Facts
             SCCA Proton Therapy, A ProCure Center
         Virtual Tour
     Map & Directions
     Missing Page


News & Events

     News & Events
     SCCA News
     Patient Power
         About Andrew Schorr
     Events
     Newsletter
         Newsletter
         Newsletter
         Newsletter
         Newsletter
         Newsletter
         Newsletter Update Profile
             Newsletter Update Profile
     SCCA Cancer News Watch
     RSS Sign Up


Contact Us

     Privacy Policy
     Contact Us
         Contact Us


How To Help

     Make a Donation to Seattle Cancer Care Alliance
         Memorial & Tribute Gifts
         Planned Giving
         Donating Items for Patients
         Contact Us
         Support SCCA House
     Become a Volunteer
         How Do I Get Started?
             Volunteer Application Procedures
             Volunteer Orientation Dates
         Volunteer Opportunities
             Infusion Food Services Volunteer
             Gift Shop Volunteers
             Guest Services Volunteers
             Massage Therapy Volunteers
             General Oncology/Hematology Lobby Volunteers
             Volunteer Drivers
             Child Life Volunteers
             Physical Therapy Volunteers
             Volunteer Labyrinth Host
             Patient and Family Resource Center Volunteers
             Volunteer Tutors
             Patient/Family Volunteers
             Volunteer Tour Guides
             Patient Education Volunteers
         Volunteer Profiles
         Volunteer with our Parent Organizations
     Community Events
         Swim Across America
         SCCA Cycling Team


Visitor's Guide

     Visitor's Guide
         Shuttle Schedules
         Grocery Stores & Pharmacies
         Restaurants
         Banks & Retailers
         Virtual Tour


Find A Doctor



Make an Appointment

     Make an Appointment
     Patient Appointment
         Patient Referral Acknowledgment
     Caregiver Referral
         Caregiver Referral Acknowledgment


Network Members

     Network Members
     Patient Stories


Search

     Site Search
     Documents Search


Physician Directory

     Physician Directory
         Physician Search Results


Site Index

     Site Index


Participate in a Study

     Patient Guide to Clinical Studies
         Treatment and Prevention
         Why Take Part in a Clinical Study
         Importance of Studies
     Phases of Clinical Studies
     What to Expect in a Clinical Study
     Making the Decision
         Clinical Study Checklist
         Making the Decision Checklist
     Finding the Right Clinical Study
     Clinical Studies -- Myths vs. Facts
     Health Insurance
     If You Decide Against a Clinical Trial
     Clinical Study Definitions
     Researching Clinical Studies on the Internet
     Patient Safety
     Children and Clinical Studies
         Advice to Parents
     Older Patients and Clinical Studies


Patient Support

     Patient Support & Housing
     SCCA House
         Amenities
         Rooms
         SCCA House Testimonials
         SCCA House FAQ
         About SCCA House
         How You Can Help
     Emotional Support
         CarePages
         Mental Health Counselors
         Social Workers
             Social Work for Children and Teens
         Spiritual Care
             Places of Worship
             SCCA Sanctuary
             What Chaplains Do
             Contact a Chaplain
             Spiritual and Religious Tool
         Support Groups & Services
             Support Groups for Children
         Helping Yourself/Helping Others
             Tools for Getting Through It
             Taking Care of the Caregiver
     Logistical Support
         Housing
             RV Parks
         Travel & Transportation
             Air Travel
             Car Rentals
             Travel Assistance
         SCCA Amenities
             Guest Services
         Interpreter Services & International Patients
             Visas
         Patient & Family Resource Center
         Gift Shop–Rain or Shine
         Support from Volunteers
         Insurance & Financial Assistance
     Medical Support
         Nutrition
             Diets and Guidelines for Specific Needs
             General Oncology Diet Guidelines
             Introduction to Gastrointestinal Diets
             Nutrition Guidelines for Discharge Home After Transplant
             Osteoporosis Nutrition Guidelines
             Transplant Diet Guidelines
             Guidelines for Herbal & Nutrient Supplements
             Water-Safety Guidelines
             Food-Safety Guidelines
             Infant Formula-Safety Guidelines
             Holiday Food Safety
             Food-Safety Resources
             Real Life Real Food Series for Cancer Survivors
             Patient Publications
             Professional Publications
         Symptom Management
             Nausea and Vomiting
             Fatigue
             Memory and Concentration Problems
             Anxiety
             Body-Image Changes
             Change and Uncertainty
             Pain
             Pain Clinic
             Suggestions for Managing Care at Home
             Taking Care of the Caregiver
         Physical Therapists
             Who Can Benefit from Physical Therapy?
         Psycho-oncology & Sexuality Resources
         Wellness Programs & Classes
         Smoke-Free Life
         Patient Navigators
             Patient Navigator: Carmen Cunningham
         Supportive and Palliative Care Service
         Hats, Scarves, Turbans and Wigs
     Support Specific to Children
         Schools & Childcare
             Art with Heart
         Teen Zone
             Teen Zone Answers
             Sexuality & Cancer Treatment
             Pregnancy & Cancer Treatment
             Teen Treatment
             Teen Clinical Studies
             Taking Care of Yourself
             Dealing with Feelings
             Distractions
             Resources for Teens
         Pain Management Program
         Pediatric Palliative Care Consulting Service
         Patient & Family Resource Center
         Schools & Childcare
         Social Workers
         Child Life Specialists
             Child Life Volunteers
         Support Groups for Children
         Support Services at Seattle Children's
         Child Life Specialists at Seattle Children's
     Patient Safety
         Quality of Care
         Infection Control
         Fall Prevention
         Medication Safety
         Patient-Safety Resources
         Patient-Safety Feedback
         Patient Safety
     SCCA Patient Calendar
     SCCA Introduction Videos


For Newly Diagnosed

     What to Look for in a Cancer Center
     Diseases and Treatments
     Patient Support & Housing
     Map and Directions
     Participate in a Study
     Contact Us
     Smoke Free Life Program
     Where You're Treated First Matters Most
         Choosing a Doctor
         Seeking a Second Opinion
         For Parents – Why your child should be treated at SCCA
         What To Do next


For Current Patients

     For Current Patients
     Diseases and Treatments
     Patient Support & Housing
     Patient Safety
     “Patient Power” Webcast
     Participate in a Clinical Study
     Survivorship Program
     Contact Us
     Smoke Free Life


For Referring Doctors

     For Referring Doctors
     Physician Directory
     Doc-to-Doc Phone Consultation
     Physician Referral Form
         Physician Referral Acknowledgment
         Physician Trials Referral Acknowledgment
     U-Link for Referring Physicians
     Clinical Studies at SCCA
     Continuing Medical Education
     Other Clinical Education
         Fellowship in Oncology Chaplaincy
             Four Foci of the Fellowship
             Educational and Clinical Expectations
             Fellowship Bibliography(Partial)
         Visiting Nurse Program
         Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Course
         Pediatric Oncology Training
         Nursing Management of the Blood and Marrow Transplant Patient
             Class Topics
             Course Lecturers
         End-of-Life Nursing Education Course
     Newsletters for Physicians
         Adult Bone Marrow Transplant News
         Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant News
         Clinical Trials Monthly
        
     Clinical Labs
         Busulfan Lab (Pharmacokinetics Lab)
             Sending Samples to the Busulfan Laboratory
         Alliance Laboratory
         Cellular Therapy Laboratory
         Clinical Immunogenetics Laboratory
             Description of HLA
             The Science Behind HLA
             Request HLA Typing
             Tests We Offer
             Chimerism-Testing
         Clinical Pathology
         Cytogenetics Laboratory
         Molecular Oncology Laboratory
             BCR/ABL
             FLT3ITD
             NPM1 Insertion Mutation
             ABL Mutational Analysis
             Molecular Oncology Laboratory
     Network Members
     SCCA Non-Employee Affiliates
         Access to SCCA
         Access to SCCA and PHI
         SCCA Non-Employee Separations
     SCCA Network Resources
         SCCA Network Referrals
         SCCA Network Research
         SCCA Network Education
         SCCA Network Marketing
         SCCA Network News
     Visiting Physician Program
     SCCA Vendor Program


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