If you've been told that you may have an eye cancer, ocular melanoma, uveal melanoma, or even an unusual freckle, mole, nevus or lesion - it's time to lean in. Don't panic - the diagnosis must be confirmed first. There is a good chance that you do not have cancer, but there also is a chance that you may have eye cancer. How do you figure this out? You must see an ocular oncologist. An ocular oncologist is an ophthalmic surgeon who has additional expertise in treating cancers of the eye. And I recommend that you see 2 or 3 ocular oncologists if you can, because opinions among ocular oncologists may vary depending on the individual's experience and treatment preferences. We actually do not have uniform treatment standards in the field ocular oncology! Getting opinions is part of your learning. The more you know and understand, the better you will do. Also, treating eye cancer is never an emergency. You have a few weeks to do your due diligence, get opinions and learn as much as you can before the day of your surgery.  For Tara McCannel's resources (including webinar links and link to my book!), visit my website: https://seyhart.com/ocularmelanoma 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.

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