General Cancers- patients/survivors & supporters
Clinical Leader, Andy Cowan, MD, PhD
Basic Science Leader, Michelle Ozbun, PhD
PLEASE NOTE: Times and places are subject to change.
Site-specific support groups provide the opportunity for cancer survivors to meet other survivors with a similar diagnosis. Meetings are held once monthly and last approximately one hour. All noon meetings are served lunch and take place at Cancer Services unless otherwise specified.
A journaling support group for individuals who have a current and/or past cancer diagnosis. Discover the healing power of writing to express thoughts and feelings. No prior writing experience needed; spelling & grammar do not matter. This group is offered in partnership with Cancer Support Now.
UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center/People Living Through Cancer Support Group
A brief educational session followed by time for sharing and support; open to patients, survivors and loved ones. This support group is offered in partnership with People Living Through Cancer.
A brief educational session followed by time for sharing and support; open to patients, survivors and loved ones. This support group is offered in partnership with Cancer Support Now.
- Zoneddy Dayao, chair
Please contact Becky Lindley, admin support, if you have any questions regarding these meetings.
Every Tuesday of the month, 10 – 11 a.m.
A guided meditation, relaxation, and guided imagery group to help ease stress and improve coping. Open to patients, loved ones, and staff.
Support group for metastatic breast cancer patients, their families and caregivers, to learn more about their diagnosis, share experiences and receive support.
Facilitated by Lurie Cancer Center’s Crystal Ward, LCSW, Gina Uthe, PA, and Patty Moreno, PhD