We believe that we must use our first-hand experiences and knowledge to help generate new attitudes and practices that can help improve research and treatment, the outcome of care, and the quality of life for cancer patients and their families.

As individuals touched by cancer become more informed through their own diagnosis and treatment, their knowledge and personal experiences make them valuable resources to the cancer community.  In 1999, the USC/Norris Cancer Hospital - recognizing that cancer survivors can make a significant contribution - formed the USC/Norris Cancer Survivorship Advisory Council.

The Council is made up of a diverse group of people with one thing in common - direct experience with cancer. They are patients, survivors, caregivers, advocates and health care providers committed to ensuring that USC/Norris continues to provide quality cancer treatment and research.