My cancer treatment game plan will include plenty of teamwork

I not only have an oncologist taking care of me at the veteran’s hospital in Madison. I also have the services of a Palliative care team consisting of a team of specialists including physician, nurses, social workers, chaplains and mental health providers.

Palliative care not only focuses on relieving physical symptoms of illness such as pain, but also addresses the social, emotional and spiritual needs that I may require along with family. I meet with both my oncologist and my Palliative care team.  I look forward to make many trips to Madison over the next few months.