Men and women diagnosed with esophageal cancer who are considering surgery, or who have had surgery, are invited to attend a monthly support group sponsored by Fox Chase Cancer Center.

This group, designed for esophagectomy patients, helps patients and their families learn about the procedure and share their experiences with others. The group, which meets the fourth Monday of every month, is made up of newly diagnosed patients, those currently undergoing treatment, and those who are post-treatment patients who share successful ways of coping.

Laryngectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the larynx (voice box), often because of cancer. “The Speakeezy Club of Delaware Valley” is a laryngectomy support group that meets the fourth Thursday of every month (except for November and December, when it meets on the second Thursday of the month). The group provides information, education, and psychosocial support to patients and their families. Support is provided by a social worker and a speech-language pathologist. 

This is a Closed Group for newly diagnosed and active treatment patients, which meets the first Wednesday of April, June, August, October, and December. To register, or for more information call Denise Young, MS, LSW, at 215-728-2670.