From Diagnosis to Dedication: Karen Fisher's Journey through Colon Cancer and Advocacy
Heal Mary15 Tammi 2024

From Diagnosis to Dedication: Karen Fisher's Journey through Colon Cancer and Advocacy

Intro for Karen:

In today's episode, we have Karen Fisher, a Pharmacist and the President of the Citrus Colorectal Cancer Foundation, who faced an unexpected diagnosis of stage 2a colon cancer in May 2020 at the age of 54.

Karen's journey began with a startling revelation during a colonoscopy. As she navigated the complex world of cancer diagnosis and treatment, she found herself in search of a comprehensive support system. Despite her background as a pharmacist, Karen realized the need for specialized guidance beyond her knowledge. This inspired the creation of the Citrus Colorectal Cancer Foundation, with the support of her medical team.

In this episode, Karen shares her journey of transformation from a colon cancer patient to a dedicated advocate - join us as we explore her story.


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