Tara McCannel, MD PhD | Ocular Melanoma

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Dr. Tara McCannel is a UCLA ocular oncologist and retina specialist with over 20 years of experience treating patients with ocular melanoma (uveal melanoma). This channel is dedicated to helping patients, families, and physicians better understand ocular melanoma - so you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and less fear.

Here you’ll find:
Clear explanations of ocular melanoma diagnosis, biopsy, and treatment options
What to expect before, during, and after radiation therapy or surgery
Guidance on prognosis, metastasis risk, and long-term monitoring
Answers to the questions patients are often afraid to ask
A holistic perspective on navigating cancer - mind, body, and decision-making

If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with ocular melanoma, you are not alone - and you are in the right place.

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