Survivorship Clinics
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Northwestern Medicine
Survivors Served
Childhood cancers (who are now OVER age 18)
Offer consultations to survivors who were not treated at the institution?
No
Program Name
The STAR Program
Program Director
Karen Kinahan, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC
Program Coordinator
Same as above
Website
Address
250 E. Superior 4th floor
Chicago, IL 60611
United States
Chicago, IL 60611
United States
Appointments or new patient referrals
(312) 695-4979
General clinic information
(312) 695-4979
Serve all cancer types?
Yes
Survivors in this clinic are routinely seen by
Advanced Practice Provider (NP / PA), Adult Oncologist
Which of the following eligibility criteria must survivors meet to be seen in the program?
Must be disease free or have disease in remission, Must have completed all cancer treatment (including hormonal therapy and biological therapy in addition to initial treatments).
Does the institution offer special clinical programs (not just educational programs or inservices) addressing any of the following survivorship concerns?
Lymphedema, Sleep disturbance, Fertility concerns pre and/or post treatment, Psychosocial concerns / counseling, Primary care specialized in survivor care, Cardiac late effects, Nutritional issues, Speech and swallowing, Neurologic late effects (radiculopathy, plexopathy, neuropathy, myopathy, autonomic dysfunction), Male sexuality concerns, Female sexuality concerns, Bladder dysfunction / Pelvic rehabilitation, Diarrhea / bowel dysfunction, Smoking cessation
More information about this clinic not captured above?
Provides long term follow up care for adult survivors of childhood cancer ( diagnosed at age 21 years or younger). Pediatric STAR Progrm at Lurie Children's Hospital (312-227-4768)
