@lynnebgraham

Where in Minnesota does she live? How old is she and does she have any local church members/friends/family who can help her? I know she feels really vulnerable and scared now.

I would think the oncology team and hospital has a support team and treatments for your friend after surgery. She may not know all about what is available because she is probably overwhelmed with everything.

You may want to ask her if she has anyone who could help her be a patient advocate and she may want to ensure she has a healthcare power of attorney legal document and living will to help ensure her wishes are included in her care pre and post surgery.

1. https://www.solace.health/state/minnesota
2. https://namimn.org/support/information-and-resources/advocacy-resources/
3. https://www.cms.gov/medical-bill-rights/help/guides/patient-advocate
4. https://mn.gov/dhs/people-we-serve/adults/health-care/health-care-programs/programs-and-services/ombudsperson-for-managed-care.jsp