It can be hard for people diagnosed with cancer to find the right doctor. Where a patient lives, their insurance status, and their finances can impact the process of choosing a doctor. As a CHW, you can help patients and their loved ones choose doctors who listen, understand, and communicate effectively with them.

This fact sheet will provide an overview of esophageal cancer and treatment options. It will discuss ways to manage treatment side effects and how to speak with your care team. This resource also includes information about coping with mental health challenges that this diagnosis may bring on you and your loved ones.