The Role of Patient Support Networks in Cancer Outcomes

Justin Yopp, PhD

Assistant Professor
UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
UNC School of Medicine
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Lecture Description

Dr. Justin Yopp will discuss the role of social support in cancer care delivery and cancer outcomes. As part of this presentation, Dr. Yopp will also discuss considerations related to caregivers and to patients who do not have immediate caregiver support.

Lecture Objectives:

• Describe the importance of social support for patients being treated for cancer
• List the challenges facing patients who lack caregiver or social support
• Discuss ways to assist patients in building a social support network