Patient Empowerment Network

Calling all healthcare providers! Gain insights into overcoming challenges in #SmallCellLungCancer care and improving survival outcomes for patients with ES-SCLC. Don’t miss this expert-led webinar on Nov 13, 10 AM PT | 1 PM ET. 👉 Register: https://ow.ly/8i4G50TKVcA #lcsm

Sometimes, the most powerful advocacy comes through storytelling. Today, Patient Empowerment Network's CEO Tracy Rode, CNE took the stage with The Moth at the Biotechnology Innovation Organization's #BIOPatientSummit to share an impactful personal experience. These authentic stories help bridge gaps in healthcare and remind us why patient advocacy is so crucial. Thank you for showing us the power of vulnerability and authenticity, Tracy! 🎤 Aicha Diallo, MPH, CHES Andrea Winchell Joelys Gonzalez Bisono Kara Rayburn Nicole Normandin Nykema Mpama Reagan Weist, MHA Susan Liberatore #BIOAdvocacySummit #PatientStories #PatientEmpowermentNetwork

🌟 Exciting News! Patient Empowerment Network's VP of Programs, Aicha Diallo, MPH, CHES and Programs Manager Joelys Gonzalez Bisono, presented at the Nexus Conference yesterday, sharing insights on "Clinical Trials Education, Shared Decision Making, and the Importance of Involving Patients & Families as Partners." We explored how patient engagement can transform healthcare outcomes. Thank you to Dr. Aisha Rasool and everyone who joined us in driving positive change! Tracy Rode, CNE Andrea Winchell Kara Rayburn Nicole Normandin Nykema Mpama Reagan Weist, MHA Susan Liberatore #PatientEmpowermentNetwork #PatientAdvocacy #HealthcareInnovation

Do you know about Patient Empowerment Network? If not, I encourage you to get to know them. Whether you are in oncology or another therapeutic area, PEN is AWESOME. Their leadership to empower patients about clinical trial participation, advocate for their health with their providers through shared decision making, understand and leverage technology via their digital sherpa program, is incredible. Thank you to Joelys Gonzalez Bisono and Aicha Diallo, MPH, CHES for a fantastic presentation at the Clinical Trials Nexus Conference.

Newly diagnosed with #FollicularLymphoma? Or currently in treatment? 🎗 Join us for the START HERE webinar to ask your questions and hear from expert Dr. Kami Maddocks of Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center-James Cancer Hospital & Solove Research Institute on navigating treatment, side effects, and survivorship. 📅 Nov 12, 10 AM PT | 1 PM ET. 🔗 Register now: https://ow.ly/vsW950TKTQE #lymsm

On World Mental Health Day 2024, let’s focus on mental health in the workplace, especially for those affected by cancer. As friends, care partners, and professionals, we can create supportive environments that make a significant difference. Patient Empowerment Network offers invaluable resources for people impacted by cancer and their families: • Tools for effective communication with healthcare teams • Strategies for navigating workplace challenges during treatment • Access to cutting-edge digital health tools Visit powerfulpatients.org to learn more and consider sharing to support any friends, colleagues or employees that you know have been impacted by cancer. Together, we can foster mentally healthy workplaces and improve outcomes for all. #WorldMentalHealthDay #CancerCare #PatientEmpowerment #WorkplaceMentalHealth Tracy Rode, CNE Aicha Diallo, MPH, CHES Andrea Winchell Joelys Gonzalez Bisono Kara Rayburn Nicole Normandin Reagan Weist, MHA Susan Liberatore Nykema Mpama

Fostering Collaboration for Better Patient Care Patient Empowerment Network is proud to have participated in the Council of Medical Specialty Societies and National Health Council's Patient-Centered Partnerships Summit. This crucial event focused on building meaningful collaborations to advance patient care and research. Our CEO, Tracy Rode, CNE had the opportunity to connect with key industry leaders, including Dr. Clifford Hudis CEO of ASCO and Amanda Helms, MLIS, Quality Improvement Analyst at American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) These interactions underscore our commitment to bridging the gap between patients and healthcare professionals. We also engaged in valuable discussions with representatives from Council of Medical Specialty Societies, National Health Council, American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) and other leading organizations. These connections will help us continue to innovate and improve our patient empowerment initiatives. Stay tuned for updates on how these collaborations will enhance our ability to support cancer patients and their families. #PatientCare #MedicalResearch #HealthcareCollaboration #PatientEmpowerment Aicha Diallo, MPH, CHES Andrea Winchell Joelys Gonzalez Bisono Kara Rayburn Nicole Normandin Nykema Mpama Reagan Weist, MHA Susan Liberatore

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 We're thrilled to announce that our CEO, Tracy Rode, CNE , is attending the Council of Medical Specialty Societies & National Health Council's Patient-Centered Partnerships Summit: Building Meaningful Collaboration to Advance Patient Care and Research! 🤝✨ This hybrid summit is a unique opportunity to foster collaboration among stakeholders and build relationships among clinicians, researchers, patients, and caregivers. It's all about ensuring that research is meaningful and beneficial to all communities. Key highlights of the summit include: ✨Strategies and tools for enhancing collaboration in patient-centered research ✨Knowledge to Action in Action! ✨Focused discussions on engaging people from racial and ethnic minority groups At Patient Empowerment Network(PEN), we're committed to empowering people with cancer and their care partners through trusted information, health equity, and shared decision-making. This summit aligns perfectly with our mission to ensure every voice is heard and every journey is supported. Stay tuned for insights and updates from Tracy as we continue to advocate for meaningful partnerships in advancing patient care. Together, we can create a future where everyone has equal access to quality cancer care. 🌍💪 #PatientEmpowerment #CMSSNHC #CollaborationInCare #CancerCare #HealthEquity Aicha Diallo, MPH, CHES Andrea Winchell Kara Rayburn Nicole Normandin Nykema Mpama Joelys Gonzalez Bisono Reagan Weist, MHA Susan Liberatore

🫶Hispanic Heritage Month is about celebrating strength and resilience!✨ This Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the strength of the Hispanic community and the importance of health equity. Patient Empowerment Network Board Member Andrea Marquez shares her mother’s journey with cancer, highlighting the strength of family, community, and the resources that Patient Empowerment Network provides. Andrea speaks from the heart, encouraging us all to take advantage of the supportive resources available through Patient Empowerment Network. We’re committed to helping every patient feel empowered in their journey by providing culturally relevant information, community support, and resources that lift each other up. Did you know that nearly half of Hispanic cancer patients face challenges in understanding their treatment due to language barriers? At Patient Empowerment Network, we're working to change that by making educational resources accessible, understandable, and culturally relevant. Let’s empower every patient, every voice, and every journey to create a future where everyone has equal access to quality cancer care. Visit https://lnkd.in/gTrjztmW Watch Andrea’s story, share, and help empower every journey. Beyond Empowerment...Every voice. Every journey. 💛 Tracy Rode, CNE Aicha Diallo, MPH, CHES Andrea Winchell Joelys Gonzalez Bisono Kara Rayburn Nicole Normandin Nykema Mpama Reagan Weist, MHA Susan Liberatore #HispanicHeritageMonth #PatientEmpowerment #HealthEquity #CancerAwareness #HealthLiteracy #CommunitySupport #EveryVoiceMatters

🎗️ Join Us for National Hereditary Cancer Week! 🎗️ This week, we shine a light on hereditary cancer and honor those who are affected by genetic mutations that increase cancer risk. National Hereditary Cancer Week runs from September 29 to October 5, with National Previvor Day on October 2. Let's come together to educate, advocate, and empower! 🔍 Did You Know? Up to 90% of individuals with a genetic mutation linked to cancer are unaware of their risk Hereditary cancers can be linked to mutations in genes such as BRCA1, BRCA2, and others 👩⚕️ Who is a Previvor? Previvors are individuals who carry a predisposition to cancer but have not developed the disease. They take proactive steps to manage their health risks. 💪 How Can You Help? Follow and support organizations like Patient Empowerment Network and FORCE: Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered on social media. Share this post and use the hashtags #HereditaryCancerWeek, #PrevivorDay, and #1FORCECommunity Educate your community about genetic testing and risk management. Together, we can make a difference by spreading awareness and supporting those at risk. Knowledge is power—let's use it to save lives! #HereditaryCancerAwareness #PrevivorDay #PatientEmpowermentNetwork #1FORCECommunity Tracy Rode, CNE Aicha Diallo, MPH, CHES Andrea Winchell Joelys Gonzalez Bisono Kara Rayburn Nicole Normandin Nykema Mpama Reagan Weist, MHA Susan Liberatore