The MD Anderson AYA Program is focused on addressing how a cancer diagnosis and treatment affects all aspects of young patients’ lives (coping, relationships, fertility, school/work life, career goals, long-term health, quality of life, etc). At the first clinic visit patients will see a medical provider, social worker, and vocational counselor for thorough discussion and resource linkage. They also have the opportunity to see a nutritionist and be screened by a genetic counselor. The AYA Program also has a support group, young adult advisory council, scholarship program, annual young adult retreat, etc. and partners with Cancer180 on planning social and educational events for AYAs regardless of where treatment was received.
