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...