Resources

You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, preparing for surgery, exploring treatment options, or supporting someone you love, these resources are here to help you make informed decisions with confidence.
Every resource below has been carefully selected by the Outlier team.
While these materials are educational, they should never replace guidance from your medical team.
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Learn About Your Diagnosis

A diagnosis is the beginning of your education. Understanding your tumor helps you ask better questions, make more confident decisions, and advocate for yourself throughout your care.
Get a Second Opinion
Get a Second Opinion →
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
cancer.gov →
Johns Hopkins Comprehensive Brain Tumor Center
hopkinsmedicine.org →
American Brain Tumor Association
abta.org →
MD Anderson Brain Tumor Center
mdanderson.org →
Mayo Clinic Glioblastoma Overview
mayoclinic.org →

Clinical trials and research

Clinical trials aren’t just for the end of treatment. Sometimes they’re the beginning of tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Knowing your options starts with asking whether a trial is right for you.
NCI Clinical Trials Search
cancer.gov →
ClinicalTrials.gov
clinicaltrials.gov →
National Brain Tumor Society Clinical Trial Finder
braintumor.org →
EmergingMed
emergingmed.com →

Not Sure What to Ask
YOUR DOCTOR?

Check out our appointment guide for suggested questions, reminders for 
what to bring, and tips for how to think about your next steps.
Visit Guide
Download PDF →

Emotional support

A brain tumor affects more than one person, it affects an entire family. Healing isn’t only physical. Emotional support is part of treatment, too.
CancerCare
cancercare.org →
Imerman Angels
imermanangels.org →
Cancer Support Community
cancersupportcommunity.org →
National Brain Tumor Society Support Groups Finder
braintumor.org →
CaringBridge
caringbridge.org →

Financial and Insurance help

Financial stress should never stand between you and quality care. There are organizations dedicated to helping patients navigate insurance, travel, and treatment expenses.
Patient Advocate Foundation
patientadvocate.org →
HealthWell Foundation
healthwellfoundation.org →
Triage Cancer
triagecancer.org →
CancerCare Financial Assistance
cancercare.org →
Social Security Compassionate Allowances (Brain Cancer)
ssa.gov →

Rare tumor resources

Every tumor has a story to tell. Even when a diagnosis is rare, you are not alone. Research is advancing because patients continue to ask questions, participate in studies, and share their experiences.
My Cancer Genome
mycancergenome.org →
NCI Genomic Data Commons / TCGA
cancer.gov →
OncoLink
oncolink.org →
NORD (National Organization for Rare Disorders)
rarediseases.org →

OUR
PROMISE

At Outlier, we believe knowledge creates confidence.

Our goal isn’t to replace your medical team, it’s to help you ask better questions, explore every option, and remind you that no one should have to face a brain tumor alone.

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