Facing a Brain Tumor Recurrence with Resilience

Facing a brain tumor recurrence can be emotionally and physically overwhelming for patients and their loved ones. This webinar will provide an overview of the medical aspects of recurrence, including common treatment options, goals of care, and key questions to discuss with the healthcare team. Participants will also explore the emotional and psychological impacts of recurrence and learn practical coping strategies to build resilience. The session will highlight ways to communicate openly with healthcare providers, family members, and support networks to express fears, needs, and next steps during this challenging time.

Webinar overview:

• Understand the key medical aspects of brain tumor recurrence, including common treatment options, goals of care, and questions to discuss with the healthcare team.
• Recognize the emotional and psychological effects of recurrence on patients, caregivers, and loved ones.
• Identify practical coping strategies to build emotional resilience when facing a recurrence diagnosis or the fear of recurrence.
• Feel empowered to communicate openly with healthcare providers, family, and support systems about fears, needs, and next steps after recurrence.

Presenter 1: Alyx Porter MD, Professor of Neurology and the Director of the NeuroOncology Section at Mayo Clinic in Arizona.