Bladder Cancer Briefs February 22, 2023

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In Case You Missed It: Health Disparities with Dr. Cheryl Lee

BCAN sat down with Dr. Cheryl T. Lee to get her thoughts about disparities in both the patient and healthcare provider communities. Dr. Lee is a urologist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and is the former Chief Health Equity Officer at Wexner. She is also a member of BCAN’s Board of Directors.

In the interview, Dr. Lee touches on how social determinants impact patients’ health outcomes, but can affect aspiring doctors as well.

Read the full article to learn more about health disparities amongst patients and healthcare providers.

Resources for Patients and Families

BCAN has launched a toll-free support line for bladder cancer patients, loved ones and the bereaved to connect them with professional oncology social workers with specific expertise on issues affecting the bladder cancer community. If you or someone you know would like to connect with them, please call 833-ASK-4-BCA (833-275-4222).