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Cancer Moonshot: Where Does Psycho-Oncology Fit In?

On April 6, 2022, Blue Note Therapeutics Patient Advisor, and host of the podcast Man Up to Cancer, Trevor Maxwell was joined by clinical experts from Massachusetts General Hospital, Dr. Areej El-Jawahri and Dr. Joseph Greer, and Blue Note Patient Advisor, and host of Cancer Convos with Grace B., Grace Charrier to discuss the impact the Cancer Moonshot may have on psychosocial cancer care.

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Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Jimmie Holland, a Pioneer in Psychosocial Oncology

Those of us who work in the field of psychosocial oncology are privileged to care for the emotional and social well-being of cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. When we talk about mentors in our field, one luminary stands at the very top of the list: Dr. Jimmie Holland.

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Expanding the Reach of Psycho-Oncology: Delivering Care in a Community Clinic Setting

On October 26, 2021, Blue Note Therapeutics Patient Advisor Karen Peterson was joined by clinical experts from Loyola University Chicago Dr. Patricia Robinson and Dr. Sarah Thilges, Prisma Health Cancer Institute Kerri Susko and Gina Franco, and Blue Note Patient Advisor and Breast Cancer Patient Navigator Zhonnet “Z” Harper to discuss delivering psycho-oncology resources in a community clinic setting.

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Exploring Cancer-Related Distress Through the Eyes of Patients Video Series

Cancer-related distress impacts nearly everyone with a cancer diagnosis. Yet, it can be difficult to navigate, and often goes unrecognized or unaddressed. In Blue Note’s Recognizing Cancer-Related Distress: Patient Perspectives, we explore the stress, anxiety and depression that can accompany any stage of cancer, from diagnosis to survivorship. Through a series of short videos, you’ll hear firsthand from patients who share their experiences and provide tips to others living with cancer.

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A Panel Discussion with Blue Note's Expert Patient Advisors

In August of 2021, Laura Chavaree of Blue Note Therapeutics was joined by our patient advisors Anne Marie Mercurio, Justin Birckbichler, Lewis Christie, Ricki Fairley, and Stacey Tinianov who shared their experiences navigating cancer-related distress.

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Seeing Cancer Survivorship through the Lens of Our Patient Advisors

National Cancer Survivor Month is about more than awareness. It’s a celebration for those who have survived and an inspiration for those recently diagnosed. At Blue Note Therapeutics, we understand that every survivorship experience is unique. Our patient advisors work closely with us to support our mission. As we celebrate them, we are also honored to be part of their cancer journeys and to share what terms like “survivor” mean in their own words.

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Cancer & Distress: A Discussion with Clinical Experts from MSKCC

In May, Blue Note Therapeutics was joined by clinical experts from MSKCC Dr. Allison J. Applebaum, Dr. William S. Breitbart, Dr. Wendy Lichtenthal, and Dr. Hayley Pessin, along with our patient advisors Anne Marie Mercurio and Michael Mancini to discuss the origins and treatments of cancer-related distress.

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Oncology Nursing and Cancer-Related Distress: A Conversation with Dr. Lisa Kennedy Sheldon

During Oncology Nursing Month, Blue Note Therapeutics had the opportunity to discuss cancer-related distress with Dr. Lisa Kennedy Sheldon, oncology nurse practitioner, cancer care advocate, and former CCO for the Oncology Nursing Society.

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People with Cancer Need Mental Health Care, Too

Nearly all patients living with cancer experience some form of cancer-related distress. Yet, less than half are referred to mental health specialists. Learn how one patient is inspiring Blue Note as he advocates for cancer awareness and mental health support.

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Moving Forward - A Discussion with Oncology & Psycho-Oncology Experts

In March of 2021, Mark Elfers of Blue Note Therapeutics was joined by medical oncologists Dr. Patricia Ganz, MD (UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center) and Dr. Areej El-Jawahri, MD (Massachusetts General Hospital), and psycho-oncology expert Dr. Michael Antoni, PhD (Sylvester Cancer Center) to discuss advances in the field of psycho-oncology.

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Empowering the Patient Voice When You're Not a Patient Yourself

How one executive's nontraditional career path led to a new point of view on compassion and empathy.

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The Rewards – and Surprises – that Come with Patient-Centered Design

Blue Note Therapeutics was founded with a commitment to involving patients in every step of its work to develop online mental health treatments for cancer-related distress. But what does that mean, exactly?

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Patients Talk About Making Products That Work for Them

How do you make sure that online mental health treatment for cancer-related distress really works for the millions of cancer patients who struggle with stress and anxiety? Ask real-life patients to help design it.

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Thoughts on how to make online mental health treatments that help cancer patients live better.

Cancer Moonshot: Where Does Psycho-Oncology Fit In?

Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Jimmie Holland, a Pioneer in Psychosocial Oncology

Expanding the Reach of Psycho-Oncology: Delivering Care in a Community Clinic Setting

Exploring Cancer-Related Distress Through the Eyes of Patients Video Series

A Panel Discussion with Blue Note's Expert Patient Advisors

Seeing Cancer Survivorship through the Lens of Our Patient Advisors

Cancer & Distress: A Discussion with Clinical Experts from MSKCC

Oncology Nursing and Cancer-Related Distress: A Conversation with Dr. Lisa Kennedy Sheldon

People with Cancer Need Mental Health Care, Too

Moving Forward - A Discussion with Oncology & Psycho-Oncology Experts

Empowering the Patient Voice When You're Not a Patient Yourself

The Rewards – and Surprises – that Come with Patient-Centered Design

Patients Talk About Making Products That Work for Them

Latest Stories

Thoughts on how to make online mental health treatments that help cancer patients live better.

Cancer Moonshot: Where Does Psycho-Oncology Fit In?

Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Jimmie Holland, a Pioneer in Psychosocial Oncology

Expanding the Reach of Psycho-Oncology: Delivering Care in a Community Clinic Setting

Exploring Cancer-Related Distress Through the Eyes of Patients Video Series

A Panel Discussion with Blue Note's Expert Patient Advisors

Seeing Cancer Survivorship through the Lens of Our Patient Advisors

Cancer & Distress: A Discussion with Clinical Experts from MSKCC

Oncology Nursing and Cancer-Related Distress: A Conversation with Dr. Lisa Kennedy Sheldon

People with Cancer Need Mental Health Care, Too

Moving Forward - A Discussion with Oncology & Psycho-Oncology Experts

Empowering the Patient Voice When You're Not a Patient Yourself

The Rewards – and Surprises – that Come with Patient-Centered Design

Patients Talk About Making Products That Work for Them

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