Getting diagnosed with ocular melanoma may be one of the most difficult experiences in your life. You may have seen multiple eye-care providers who were not entirely sure of what was going on, and you might have seen ophthalmologists who painted the most negative scenario about blindness and death when they told you what was going on. Our society views getting diagnosed with cancer as a catastrophic event. However, you do not have to view ocular melanoma this way. How do you get your head around this one? Practicing techniques to keep you in the present moment can be very helpful - breathing techniques, gratitude practice, and leaning in to close personal connections. Staying grounded and in the present moment will help keep you from clinging to the past, and to stop worrying about the future. What matters most is right now - this will determine the course of the rest of your life.
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Welcome to Finding Your Way with Ocular Melanoma, a guide to understanding everything there is to know about your experience with this rare cancer. Learn through the lens of my knowledge and clinical experience as a physician expert and passionate patient advocate. The more you know about ocular melanoma, the better you will do, and the better you will live. Let's go!
The content shared on the Finding Your Way with Ocular Melanoma podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The information provided must not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. As a listener, you are responsible for your own health-related decisions and must consider consulting with a healthcare professional for personalized medical advice.
Tara McCannel MD PhD is a an ocular oncologist, vitreoretinal surgeon and co-founder of Seyhart Wellness. She is also the host of the Mind Body MD podcast where she shares her passion for holistic health and wellness.
