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As a leader in cancer research, Karmanos is able to offer patients access to innovative treatments and clinical trials that are often times not available anywhere else.
To offer hope and longer life to patients with all types of cancer, Karmanos offers the latest types of therapy through our clinical trials program. Through clinical trials, we are creating new knowledge about how therapies fight cancer and provide national leadership in testing these new therapies.
We understand that cancer is a complex disease that demands complex care. We provide each patient with a dynamic, carefully constructed treatment plan focused on their specific cancer and their unique needs.
We listen to you to design a plan that provides you with respect, compassionate care and is responsive to your emotional and practical concerns.
Coping with Cancer Felicity Harper, Ph.D. , clinical psychologist and member of the Supportive Oncology Multidisciplinary Team at Karmanos, authors an article for cancer patients. Dr. Harper explains the wave of emotions that people can experience when they are diagnosed and the importance of utilizing behavioral health therapy during cancer treatment. Read the article here .
WebMD Clinical psychologist and member of the Supportive Oncology Multidisciplinary Team at Karmanos, Felicity Harper, Ph.D. gives advice on talking to loved ones after being diagnosed with late-stage ovarian cancer . Dr. Harper briefly touches on why it may be a good idea to share your diagnosis with loved ones, how to decide what to say and why it is normal to seek outside support, such as a therapist or psychologist. Read the full article here.
Fox 2 Detroit In a story about support for Lori Robertson, a Berkley resident with bile duct cancer, Felicity Harper, Ph.D., associate professor, clinical psychologist, member of the Supportive Oncology Multidisciplinary Team and Population Studies and Disparities Research Program at the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute and Wayne State University of Medicine weighs in on the importance of community during trying times. Click here to read the complete story.