Day 19: Anne Gallagher, survivor. "I feel like I�m here to take care of others"

PROFILES IN LUNG CANCER
Lung Cancer Awareness Month 2015

Day 19: Anne Gallagher, Lung Cancer Survivor
"I feel like I�m here to take care of others"

Anne Gallagher spends her days as a patient navigator at Willamette Valley Cancer Institute in Eugene, Oregon. She is a valuable team member dedicated to all kinds of cancer patients, keeping a close eye on them to ensure that they receive great care in all areas of health.

Her professional career in healthcare began 11 years prior in Women�s Health. The transition to oncology came shortly after Anne�s own cancer diagnosis in 2002 at age 25; clearly a shock and turning point in her life.

Diagnosed with early stage neuroendocrine lung cancer, surgery was recommended. Specifically, removal of two lower right lobes. ...continue reading...