Thank you so muchLMc2

Copy the list of professionals supplied above, and when you meet with the next doctor- whoever it is, ask about who they plan to refer you to for each of those specialties. And make sure that you have the information on your Primary Care Physician (PCP, the one you go to for anything else) with you, and that they know to make sure all info is shared with that doctor as well. As soon as my PCP examined the lump I found, she had me scheduled for a diagnostic mammo that day, and ultra sound two days later, and an appt with a surgeon! (Talk about a red flag that this lump was suspicious!) She went over all my pathology reports, etc, to make sure I did not have any additional questions, ran genetic tests (since my oncologist did not feel they were necessary). She also did updated blood tests and a nutrition panel to make sure I was in a healthy place for taking on chemo.

Ask about the Patient Navigator, (sometimes called a nurse navigator or patient advocate/advisor), they are a great resource for getting questions answered in-between appts, and are usually easier to reach that the doctors. They will also be able to let you know about any support groups or activities that your center has that might be of interest to you etc.

I know it seems like a lot, just take it day by day, and reach out here anytime about anything! Hugs!

Deborah, how are you doing today?

When I left my first appt with breast surgeon, I left with oncology and radiation oncology appts the following week as well as follow-up appt with breast surgeon. (Met nurse navigator at that appt, but she has not been a resource for me.)