Additional Resources
Surgical oncology patient education links
American Cancer Society
The ACS is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem through research, education, advocacy and service.
CancerQuest
Initially formed to teach the biology of cancer, this organization's website also includes information about treatment, research and clinical trials.
Georgia Cancer Coalition
The goal of the GCC is to accelerate prevention, early detection, treatment and research of cancer. The GCC website includes information on treatment centers in Georgia and patient guidelines for evaluating clinical trials.
National Cancer Institute
The NCI coordinates the National Cancer Program, which conducts and supports research, training, health information dissemination and other programs that focus on cancer causes, diagnoses, prevention, treatment and rehabilitation as well as the continuing care of cancer patients and their families.
OncoLink
Provides comprehensive information about specific types of cancer, updates on cancer treatments, and news about research advances.
