For Lung Institute Patients

The following information* may be helpful for people with lung cancer and other conditions or people who have or will be undergoing diagnostic procedures for lung conditions:

Patient Discharge Instructions After Thoracoscopy/Thoractomy

Interactive Patient Education Programs

Cedars-Sinai offers web-based, interactive patient education programs tailored to specific procedures, including treatments for lung conditions.

Support Groups

Sharing with others who are going through a similar experience can be helpful in coping with lung cancer and its treatment emotionally, socially and psychologically.

The Lung Cancer Support Group at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is designed specifically for patients who have been diagnosed with early stage non-small cell lung cancer (stage 1 and 2A). The group offers free, confidential support to help patients, their families and their friends. It is lead by a well-trained facilitator from the Wellness Community. The group meets at 4 p.m. on the first Monday of each month at:

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Respiratory Department Conference Room
South Tower, Room 6717
8700 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90048

For additional information or to attend, please contact:

Donato Kusuanco
Phone: (310) 423-1850
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