In the United States, there were an estimated 14 million cancer survivors as of 2012, a figure that is expected to increase to approximately 18 million in the next 10 years. Nearly 3 million women have a history of breast cancer and constitute over 40 percent of female cancer survivors. This presentation will discuss the unique medical and psychosocial needs of breast cancer survivors and the resources that can assist patients, caregivers, and health care providers in navigating the various phases of cancer survivorship.

Learning Objectives
At the end of this educational activity, participants should be able to

1. Discuss the unique medical and psychosocial needs of breast cancer survivors
2. Review the resources that can assist patients, caregivers, and health care providers in navigating the various phases of cancer survivorship

Method of Participation
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Method for Calculating CE Credit
CE credit was calculated by the complexity of content.

Faculty Listing
Elizabeth A. Kvale, MD
Assistant Professor
Medical Director, Palliative and Supportive Care Outpatient Services
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama

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