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One of the hallmarks of Asbestos.com is getting invaluable information about mesothelioma to the people who need it most. We do this through our ever-growing network of mesothelioma specialists, researchers and other medical professionals who share their expertise on the crucial issues mesothelioma patients and their families face each day.

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Medical experts and other health specialists offer the newest information about mesothelioma treatments, patient care and emotional support.

Research Reveals Immunotherapy More Effective in Men
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Research Reveals Immunotherapy More Effective in Men

For mesothelioma patients, immunotherapy is mostly available through clinical trials at this time. Immunotherapy is a [...]

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Suzanne Dixon, MPH, MS, RDN
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Dana Nolan, MS, LMHC

Lifting Your Self-Esteem Despite a Mesothelioma Diagnosis

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Dana Nolan, MS, LMHC

Don’t Let Valentine’s Day Stress Impact Your Cancer Battle

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Dana Nolan, MS, LMHC

Benefits of Sharing Your Mesothelioma Story

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Fruits and vegetables
Tejal Parekh

Fighting Mesothelioma with Dietary Phytochemicals

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Lungs
Dr. Brian Pettiford

Key Differences Between Mesothelioma and Lung Cancer

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Dr. Brian Pettiford
Dr. Brian Pettiford

Most Common Questions I Hear as a Mesothelioma Specialist

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Thoracic surgeon Dr. Farid Gharagozloo
Dr. Farid Gharagozloo

Using Robotics for Mesothelioma Surgery

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Jacques Fontaine, Moffitt Cancer Center
Dr. Jacques Fontaine

Behind the White Coat: A Look at Patient-Doctor Relationships

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Tejal Parekh

Quinoa: Superfood for Mesothelioma Patients

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Eat less sugar
Tejal Parekh

The Truth Behind ‘Sugar Feeds Cancer’ Myth

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Watch Exclusive Interviews

Hear from the oncologists, thoracic surgeons and researchers at the forefront of finding a cure for mesothelioma.

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Dr. David Sugarbaker

Mesothelioma expert Dr. Sugarbaker discusses his interest in treating mesothelioma.

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Dr. Tirrell Johnson

Medical oncologist Dr. Johnson explains his role at Orlando Health.

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Dr. W. Charles Conway

Surgical oncologist Dr. Conway discusses his background at the Ochsner Cancer Institute.

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Dr. Jacques Fontaine

Thoracic surgeon Dr. Fontaine details his specialty at Moffitt Cancer Center.

Robotic thoracic surgeon, Dr. Farid Gharagozloo

Dr. Farid Gharagozloo

Thoracic surgeon Dr. Gharagozlooo discusses his career at Florida Hospital Celebration.

“I tell patients we have to compartmentalize the whole process. We can look at the big picture — the goal of remission — but we must take it one step at a time.”

— Dr. Brian Pettiford, Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Ochsner Cancer Institute

Expertise in Multiple Disciplines

We have built relationships with top experts in their respective fields, including mesothelioma doctors, researchers, nutritionists and mental health professionals.

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Doctors and Surgeons

Top mesothelioma specialists from the best cancer centers across the nation share their knowledge of the latest in treatment and patient care.

Researchers

Medical researchers who dedicate their lives to finding a cure for mesothelioma discuss emerging treatments and clinical trials.

Support Experts

Licensed mental health counselors and former caregivers share ways that mesothelioma patients and their loved ones can cope with emotions and stress.

Nutritionists

Oncology nutritionists provide dietary tips to help mesothelioma patients meet healthy weight goals and potentially improve survival.

Doctors and Researchers

Jacques Fontaine

Dr. Jacques Fontaine

Thoracic Surgery

Fontaine is a thoracic surgeon at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa. He plays a major role in the hospital’s Mesothelioma Research and Treatment Center.

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Rodney Landreneau M.D.

Dr. Rodney Landreneau

Thoracic Surgeon

Landreneau is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in a variety of cancers, including pleural mesothelioma and lung cancer.

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W. Charles Conway M.D.

Dr. W. Charles Conway

Director of Surgical Oncology

Conway joined Ridley-Tree Cancer Center in Santa Barbara, California, in 2017 as the director of surgical oncology.

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Farid Gharagozloo M.D.

Dr. Farid Gharagozloo

Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Gharagozloo, who is a thoracic surgeon, is changing the way malignant pleural mesothelioma will be treated in the future, providing new hope with his much-needed breakthrough.

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Brian Pettiford M.D.

Dr. Brian Pettiford

Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Pettiford is the talented young thoracic surgeon who has taken the reigns of the pleural mesothelioma program at the Ochsner Cancer Institute in New Orleans, now attracting patients from across the Gulf Coast.

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Jacques Fontaine
Rodney Landreneau M.D.
W. Charles Conway M.D.
Farid Gharagozloo M.D.
Brian Pettiford M.D.

Other Professional Contributors

Tejal Parekh

Tejal Parekh

Registered & Licensed Dietitian

Parekh is a registered and licensed dietitian in Florida. She uses her knowledge of nutrition to help mesothelioma cancer patients.

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Dana Nolan

Dana Nolan

Mental Health Counselor

Nolan is a licensed mental health counselor dedicated to helping patients along their cancer journey. She also runs The Mesothelioma Center’s monthly support group.

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Lorraine Kember

Lorraine Kember

Writer

Kember is the author of “Lean on Me,” an acclaimed and inspirational personal account of her husband’s courageous battle with mesothelioma.

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Kasie Coleman

Kasie Coleman

Writer

Coleman is a married mother of two boys and a peritoneal mesothelioma survivor who writes about her firsthand experience with the cancer.

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Tejal Parekh
Dana Nolan
Lorraine Kember
Kasie Coleman

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We are always looking to expand our network or professional contributors. If you have expertise in mesothelioma or other asbestos-related cancers, we want to hear from you.

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