Hearing the words “you have multiple myeloma” can be shocking and confusing—learning about the disease and finding the right care team are the most important stepsyou can take after your diagnosis. This episode discusses the importance of seeing a myeloma specialist at a center that treats a high volume of myeloma patients and has an active research program. Newly diagnosed patients, with support from a caregiver, should advocate for themselves by staying informed, asking questions, seeking second opinions if needed, and using credible resources to stay up to date on advances in care.

Topics of discussion:

(04:04) First step after a myeloma diagnosis

(09:36) Caregiver support to help with information overload

(12:31) Finding a myeloma specialist

(19:20) Resources and information

This episode is supported by AbbVie, Amgen, Bristol Myers Squibb, Genentech, Johnson & Johnson, Legend Biotech, Pfizer, Regeneron, and Sanofi.

To learn more about newly diagnosed multiple myeloma, download the Newly Diagnosed Multiple Myeloma booklet here.

To learn more about multiple myeloma, visit ww.themmrf.org.If you want to learn more about the MMRF’s FREE resources for patients and caregivers, visit the MMRF Education Hub.

If you have additional questions, call our MMRF Patient Navigation Center at 1-888-841- 6673.