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“Reina has been my patient and friend for more than 7 years. The first time we met she asked me what we could offer and why she should stay with our program. I could tell she had done her homework. She also told me that she needed my help as a specialist, to give recommendations and to provide care, treatment and follow-up. Just like life in general, due to Reina’s disease, we have gone through both hard and easier times together. In my eyes, Reina was born with a positive way of looking at life with lots of energy that keeps her going. Her family is always there for her. The energy, positive thinking, and family support are all key ingredients in life—particularly when diagnosed with cancer. This amazing book provides a unique perspective—from the inside—of being diagnosed with cancer, going through therapy, with the attendant recommendations, care, treatment and follow-up. It is hands-on with valuable advice while still keeping a positive outlook on the future. Every person diagnosed with cancer and every doctor treating cancer patients should read this book!”

—C. Ola Landgren, M.D., Professor of Medicine Chief, Myeloma Service Department of Medicine Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

“Remarkably candid and helpful advice on how to collaborate with your doctor! A perfect gift for someone with any new diagnosis.” 

—W. Victoria Morehouse, M.D. (Board Certified in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine)

“In Trust Your Doctor, But Not That Much!, Reina Weiner shares with us the benefit of her experiences as a healthcare consumer and as one who has worked in the industry. The take home, as Reina reiterates throughout her text is, that we should all advocate for ourselves when our health and well-being are at stake. Our very lives can be at risk. We can’t assume or trust that it will always be done for us. Reina provides us with the tools and incentive to advocate for ourselves. I recommend that not only healthcare consumers read the book, but also healthcare providers as it provides opportunity for reflection with regard to how we are perceived by our patients. Pick up a copy and read it today, “why wait?”

—Kathy Carroll, N.P. fellow clinical trials participant

“Packed with wise and thoughtful advice on how best to advocate for our own health or for that of a loved one.  Written in Reina’s warm, engaging and supportive voice, it is peppered throughout with relevant and often humorous personal anecdotes.”

—J Noe, PharmD BCOP

Reseña del editor

Trust Your Doctor . . . but Not That Much is filled with helpful advice for anyone who visits their healthcare provider.

Inside you’ll discover:

• How to find the best healthcare provider for you and prepare for a productive office visit
• How to build rapport and a mutually respectful relationship with your healthcare provider
• What it’s like to participate in a clinical trial
• Why and when do you need to seek a second opinion.
• Can the words of your healthcare provider facilitate your healing