Supporting the Needs of Patients & Families

Resources for Patients & Caregivers

Physician Locator Link:

Find Neurologists, Oncologists and Other Specialists in San Diego

Recommended Readings:

Questions to Ask Your Doctor
This is a question list for newly diagnosed brain tumor patients. It is designed to put you in control of your life again and help you make proactive choices. Read More…

Preparing For Neurosurgery
You recently learned that you are going to have neurosurgery for a brain tumor or similar disorder.  There are many questions filling your mind.  What happens during brain surgery?  How can you help yourself be ready for this type of procedure?  This article will get you started in the right direction. Read More…

Understanding Brain Metastases
This booklet provides a basic introduction to brain metastases, symptoms and treatments. Read More…
Provided by the National Brain Tumor Foundation

Suggested Web Links:

San Diego Brain Tumor Foundation
www.sdbtf.org
Phone: (619) 515-9908
Fax. (619) 235-0202

National Brain Tumor Society
http://www.braintumor.org
E-mail: info@braintumor.org

American Brain Tumor Association 
http://hope.abta.org/site/PageServer
Phone: 847-827-9910
Fax: 847-827-9918
Patient Line: 800-886-2282

At Your Home Familycare:
www.atyourhomefamilycare.com

The Childhood Brain Tumor Foundation:
www.childhoodbraintumor.org

Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation:
www.pbtfus.org

Brain Tumor Foundation for Children:
www.btfcgainc.org

Caring Bridge:
www.caringbridge.org

Children’s Brain Tumor Foundation Link:
www.cbtf.org

Masskickers:
www.masskickers.org

Epilepsy Foundation (Seizure Management)
www.epilepsyfoundation.org
Toll Free: (800) 332-1000
San Diego Affiliate Direct: (619) 296-0162

 

Caregivers

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Recommended Readings:

The Caregiver's Book: for Another, Caring for Yourself (Miller, James E., Willowgreen Series.)