Our Supportive Oncology Team

Our multidisciplinary team is dedicated to listening and responding to patient concerns, promoting well-being and treating each individual with respect and compassion. We work directly with clinical researchers who conduct clinical trials aimed at improving the psychosocial health of adults with cancer. Get to know our team members and what they do below. For more information about our cancer support services, or, to request an appointment, please call (312) 695-0990.

Social Workers

Provides emotional support, helps patients find resources close to home and assists patients and family members with other practical needs and referrals as they navigate the healthcare system.

Nutrition Services

Our registered dietitians can assist you in planning a healthy diet during and after your cancer treatment, based on up-to-date nutrition research.

Psychologists

Works with patients and family members to manage the stress, sadness, anger and fatigue that can often accompany cancer.

Fertility Preservation Coordinator

Works with physicians and reproductive specialists to help patients explore the possible impact of cancer treatment on their fertility, understand available treatment options and provide referrals for appropriate fertility preservation interventions.

Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Navigator

Our Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Program’s Patient Navigator specializes in advocating for our patients who were diagnosed with cancer between the ages of 15 – 39. A clinical oncology social worker, she provides counseling, education and guidance for AYA patients and their loved ones before, during and after treatment at both Lurie Cancer Center and Lurie Children’s Hospital. She connects them with local and national resources, and helps AYAs manage the transition of moving forward to focus on survivorship.

Tobacco Cessation Specialists

Our multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals are experts in helping people with cancer stop smoking, safely and comfortably.