Watch Support Group Videos 

Dr. Kelly’s support group presentation
“Surgery-To Be or Not To Be” [watch video]

Dr. Pejman Cohan's support group presentation 
“Pituitary Hormones and The Role They Play In Our Quality of Life” [watch video]

Dr. Cohan’s support group presentation
“Hormones, Hormones, Hormones” [watch video]

Dr. Antonio De Salles, M.D., PhD
“The Role of Radiation in Treatment of Pituitary Tumors” [watch video]

Dr. Daniel Kelly, Medical Director of The Brain Tumor Center presents:
“How Pituitary Surgery and Traumatic Brain Injury Effect Pituitary Hormonal Function“ [watch video]

Dr. Daniel Kelly, Medical Director of The Brain Tumor Center presents
“How Traumatic Brain Injury Effects Pituitary Hormonal Function“ [watch video]

Linda Rio, M.A., M.F.T. of New Beginning Counseling Center presents
“Hormones and Mental Health: Advancements and Advocacy for Patients“ [watch video]

Brian K. Theiss, CEO of The Theiss Institute presents
“Making Educational Fitness Choices Helps Make a Healthy Recovery“ [watch video]

 

Meeting Code of Honor: 

We respect the privacy of others and honor their anonymity

We are considerate and supportive to each other and understand we are all at different stages of diagnosis or recovery

Our meeting time is limited; however, we wish everyone the opportunity to ask our speaker personal health questions; therefore, sharing personal stories with each other is best either before or after the meetings.

We encourage each other to exchange contact information and to share positive personal experiences with one another for support and encouragement

We are good listeners and understanding friends but we never give medical advice

Our guest speakers and our group facilitators volunteer their time and we appreciate their efforts

We attend meetings to help empower ourselves and others towards a healthy recovery.

 

Simply, We See the Need to Do More

The diagnosis of a pituitary tumor and/or an endocrine disorder is often a frightening, life altering experience that can affect many aspects of one’s quality of life.

We are sponsoring a free support group that will meet every other month in the John Wayne Cancer Institute in Santa Monica, CA.   

We strive to provide education, support and empowerment for those dealing with the challenges of a brain tumor. We believe through our speakers, our volunteers and our passion to help make a difference, we can serve as a useful and needed resource for patients to help improve their quality of life.

Our medical professionals and volunteers will provide current and accurate information about pituitary health, along with emotional guidance and support.

We aim to empower those who have been affected by pituitary disorders through information, clinical resources, and through our own experiences.

With the right tools and a willingness to seek help, we believe it possible to have a satisfying and productive life while dealing with a pituitary condition.   

The Patient Support Group is for patients, their families and friends. Under the direction of Daniel F. Kelly, M.D. and patient advocate Sharmyn McGraw, our group will meet three times a year.

We look forward to the opportunity to combine efforts with you and your family in your healthy recovery.

 

Our Next Meeting: February 14th, 2012

Location:
John Wayne Cancer Center - Lobby, Downstairs
2200 Santa Monica Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90404

Up Coming Support Group Meetings