Foundation Activities and Programs
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Clinical Trials
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We offer cutting edge Phase I-III clinical trials for cancer, blood disorders and genetic diseases, providing patients with expanded treatment options.
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Genetic Diseases
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TCRF conducts research on genetic diseases for Gaucher Disease and Pompe Disease.
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Research Fellowships
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Each year, Tower Cancer Research Foundation awards much needed grants to physician scientists in Southern California doing groundbreaking bench-to-bedside research. View our previous Grant Recipients.
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| Patient Support and Education |
| Ronnie Lippin Cancer Information and Resource Line |
A free service for the Los Angeles community providing assistance in coping with issues related to a cancer diagnosis. Fill out the free cancer resource and information request form.
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Bosom Buddies
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One on one support from volunteer cancer survivors who are available to listen and lend a helping hand in a respectful and compassionate manner.
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| Judy’s Popover Breakfast |
| Our annual patient centered event is a joyful experience for patients currently in treatment, hosted by Neiman Marcus Beverly Hills, featuring makeovers by cosmetologists and other feel good activities. |
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The Wig Program
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The Wig Program at Tower was started by long time Bosom Buddy and professional hair dresser, Diane Cote. Diane lent her expertise to Tower by restyling donated wigs for patients. Diane passed away in April 2010 and her stylist colleagues have continued the program in her memory. To donate a wig please contact us at (310) 205-5768.
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| Acupressure Workshops |
| Free workshops for patients and their families to help alleviate frequent cancer related conditions. |
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| Foundation Newsletter |
| TCRF’s quarterly publication geared for the lay reader focuses on current clinical trials, cancer topics and Foundation news. |
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| Innovations E-Newsletter |
| TCRF’s e-newsletter is published monthly with news about innovative cancer research, patient support, education and fundraising programs at Tower Cancer Research Foundation and elsewhere. . |
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| MD Lecture Series |
| Free public lecture series with oncologists discussing cancer prevention, cancer treatment and other issues. |
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Psychosocial Patient Service Program
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COMING SOON! A comprehensive patient support program, conducted in conjunction with Tower Hematology Oncology Medical group, providing disease specific and treatment related support groups, prevention and survivorship education, art and music therapy, guided imagery, creative writing, yoga, Reiki, Qi Gong and Tai Chi.
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| Ronnie Lippin Cancer Outreach Program |
National Surveys on Cancer
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| National surveys on cancer electronic surveys aimed at better understanding the public’s attitudes and awareness of cancer. |
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| Physican Education |
| Physician Newsletter |
| Bi-monthly publication oriented towards medical doctors on important topics in hematology and oncology. |
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| Oncology Research Newsletter |
| Bi-monthly email publication for hematologists and oncologists regarding our Phase I and early Phase II trials for patient referrals. |
