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Guiding Questions

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Our guiding questions will help prepare you for appointments with your doctor.

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When you learn you have a rare brain or spine tumor, you may need help understanding what information is important to know to make care and treatment decisions. Our guiding questions can help prepare you for your appointments with your doctor or health care team so you can make informed decisions.

Use the questions below to guide you through your brain or spine tumor journey. You should use the questions that fit your situation and add your own questions. It can help to then take your list of questions and a loved one with you to your appointments. 

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