The mission of the USC Norris Cancer Survivorship Advisory Council is to facilitate the journey from diagnosis to survivorship for cancer patients and their caregivers through advocacy, education, and support for the advancement of cancer research. 

Members include recently diagnosed cancer patients, longtime survivors, and family members who have cared for loved ones with cancer. Their common ground is the desire to use their experiences to make a positive difference in the lives of others facing cancer and to improve patient care and the treatment of cancer for future generations.

Council members advise clinicians and researchers at the Keck School of Medicine at USC on issues bearing on the quality of patient care and actively support clinical trials and other research efforts at USC Norris and in the surrounding community. This council gives a face to cancer survivorship as they serve on committees that direct research, treatment, and education decisions throughout the cancer center, and partner with dedicated USC healthcare professionals to identify and address areas where our unique patient perspective is most needed.

The council is also a project-driven group that develops programs originating from within their council membership. Current projects include the Bereavement Letter Project, the Financial Toxicity Project, and the Puzzle Table, all of which were initiated by council members with the goal of improving the patient and family experience.

Cancer patients, survivors, and the loved ones of cancer patients are invited to join. If you are interested in learning more about this council, please go to: https://uscnorriscancer.usc.edu/csac/Default.aspx.