Dealing the Emotional Rollercoaster that Follows a Melanoma Diagnosis : PART II with guest host, Melissa Wilson, PA-C, MPAS, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center

"I've Been Diagnosed With Melanoma...Now What?  Dealing with the Emotional Rollercoaster that Follows a Melanoma Diagnosis. 

• What is Psychosocial oncology?
• What can a newly diagnosed patient expect on their first visit to a psychosocial oncologist?
• What first steps should a newly diagnosed patient take to care for their mental health?
• Often, we see late-stage melanoma diagnosis in older patients- particularly in men.  There is often a barrier in this demographic in seeking mental/emotional support - what advice do you have for a more aging population who might be resistant to seeking help with their diagnosis?

GUEST:
Emily A. Meier, Ph.D. Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry
Licensed Psychologist PSY25266
Co-Director for Psycho-Oncology Training and Education
Psychiatry & Psychosocial Services
UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center

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