Adolescent & Young Adult Neuro-Oncology
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Neuro-oncology care for young adults
UCSF Health offers expert care for people ages 18 to 39 affected by brain tumors, including those who previously received treatment through our Pediatric Brain Tumor Program. We specialize in treating people who are diagnosed with brain tumors outside of the typical age ranges, such as adults with brain tumors that typically occur in children.
Our team is one of the few in the world dedicated to adolescent and young adult neuro-oncology, with expertise in the latest treatments and technologies for adult and pediatric brain tumors. Patients can also access promising new therapies by joining a clinical trial.
Support services
Patients and their families can receive resources for:
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Caregiver support. We offer a range of education and support services for families and caregivers.
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Neurocognitive services. We offer compassionate neurocognitive care and rehabilitation.
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Survivor support. We provide survivorship resources to help you cope, thrive and live well during and after treatment.
Neuro-oncology care for young adults
UCSF Health offers expert care for people ages 18 to 39 affected by brain tumors, including those who previously received treatment through our Pediatric Brain Tumor Program. We specialize in treating people who are diagnosed with brain tumors outside of the typical age ranges, such as adults with brain tumors that typically occur in children.
Our team is one of the few in the world dedicated to adolescent and young adult neuro-oncology, with expertise in the latest treatments and technologies for adult and pediatric brain tumors. Patients can also access promising new therapies by joining a clinical trial.
Support services
Patients and their families can receive resources for:
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Caregiver support. We offer a range of education and support services for families and caregivers.
-
Neurocognitive services. We offer compassionate neurocognitive care and rehabilitation.
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Survivor support. We provide survivorship resources to help you cope, thrive and live well during and after treatment.
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Providers
Susan M. Chang, MD
Neuro-Oncology
John de Groot, MD
Neuro-Oncology • Neurology
Melissa Brie, PsyD
Neuropsychology
Allison S. Gallaher, SLP
Speech-Language Pathology
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Best in the West and No. 2 in the nation for neurology & neurosurgery
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in the U.S. for number of brain tumor patients treated
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Cancer Nutrition Counseling
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Cancer Support Groups
These groups offered by the Ida and Joseph Friend Patient and Family Cancer Support Center are free and available to all patients, whether or not you get your health care at UCSF.
Core and More Class for Cancer Patients
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Meditation and Guided Imagery for Cancer Patients
Drop in for a free class designed to help you heal, relax and find balance during your treatment. UCSF and non-UCSF patients are welcome.
Neuro-Oncology Caregiver Program
If you're caring for someone with a brain tumor, our program can help with guidance, information, resources and support at this difficult time. Find out more.
Oncology Social Work
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Patient & Family Cancer Support Center
The center offers wellness programming, community, support groups, classes, workshops and more at no cost to people facing cancer and their loved ones.
Peer Support Programs for Cancer
Patients are matched with peer support volunteers according to criteria such as diagnosis, cancer stage, age or gender. Speak to someone who's "been there."
Case Management and Social Work
Connect with a team that can help you find resources, solve problems and advocate for you during treatment at UCSF.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Class
This eight-week class teaches mindfulness practices that can reduce stress and improve your overall health, such as meditation and body awareness.
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Spiritual Care at UCSF
Chaplains representing many faiths are available around the clock to provide support, comfort and counsel to patients, families and caregivers.