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Jun 10, 2022
The 3rd International Day of Taroudant on Research and Innovation: An Opportunity for Early-Career Cancer Researchers to Advance Their Careers in Morocco
Dr. Khalid El Bairi reports on the educational presentations and exciting directions for future research from a recent event organized by young professionals in Taroudant, Morocco.
Guest Commentary
Jun 10, 2022
A First-of-Its-Kind Opportunity to Integrate Training in Medical Oncology, Hematology, and Palliative Care
At the launch of an innovative partnership to combine medical oncology, hematology, and hospice and palliative medicine into a single fellowship program, Dr. Ramy Sedhom shares perspectives on the value of combined training and the critical function of this new training pathway.
Guest Commentary
May 26, 2022
Lessons From the Syrian Crises for Cancer Care in Ukraine
"Several valuable lessons can be learned from the Syrian conflict and the immense experience of the Syrian American Medical Society’s (SAMS) efforts, coordination, and contributions developing oncology centers in northern Syria," said Dr. M. Bassel Atassi.
Guest Commentary
May 24, 2022
You Are What You See: Reflections on the Second Year of Oncology Fellowship
As you begin fellowship, "the sheer amount of new knowledge you’re expected to learn [is] like being handed and expected to read a book in a language you barely know," writes Dr. Matthew Kurian.
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Anne Katz, PhD, RN, FAAN

Anne Katz, PhD, RN, FAAN, a certified sexuality counselor at CancerCare Manitoba and nurse counselor at the Manitoba Prostate Centre, counsels patients with a history of cancer who are experiencing sexual and relationship challenges. She previously served editor of the Oncology Nursing Forum research journal and is a member of the ASCO Meeting & Member Publications Editorial Board. The author of 13 books, Dr. Katz offers insight for health care providers and consumers on the topics of illness and sexuality, as well as cancer survivorship. Follow Dr. Katz on Twitter @DrAnneKatz.

Dr. Katz was honored with a 2016 APEX Award of Excellence for her ASCOconnection.org blog.

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May 31, 2017
Chemotherapy and Sex: Helping Our Patients Assess Risk
We do not have clear guidance on what sexual practices are safe during chemotherapy, and much of what we advise patients is based on our best guesses. How then do we counsel patients like mine, who are on continuous chemotherapy?
Apr 06, 2017
No Silver Lining: Recalling the Unhappy Couples I Counsel
I think we would like to believe that all of our patients, and their family members, experience personal growth and end up as better human beings after cancer than they were before, but this is certainly not always the case.
Mar 07, 2017
Breaking Bad News: Practice Does Not Take Away the Sting of the Words
Bad news is something that we in health care are practised in telling, but I for one have never gotten used to it.
Feb 22, 2017
What’s Good for the Patient Is Not Always What They Want
Making patients happy isn't just about doing whatever they ask. As health care professionals, we have an obligation to look out for their best interests.
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Nov 21, 2016
Couples After Cancer: Growth for Some, Loss for Others
Many of the couples that I see in my practice grow closer after the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. But for others, the experience of serious illness exposes existing weak points in their relationship.
Oct 31, 2016
It’s About the Context: To Give Personalized Care, Listen to the Patient’s Story
If you really want to help someone, you have to understand the context of their lives, because that context influences if they are able to listen, what they will hear, and what they will do with the information you tell them.
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