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“Grief is in two parts. The first is loss. The second is the remaking of life.” Anne Roiphe

Make Space for Grief: Honour the place you are in

Linda Conyard MGestT explores the grief that can arise from retinoblastoma diagnosis, treatment, eye removal surgery, loss of innocence, and mutilated family life. She considers the potential harm of suppressing this grief, and offers both families/survivors and medical professionals ways to prevent prolonged suffering.

A family is pictured with their medical team, including ophthalmologist, oncologist, nurse specialists and social worker.

Forming A Therapeutic Alliance: prescription for success

A positive, open relationship between parents and the child’s medical team is vital throughout treatment and beyond. A therapeutic alliance requires good communication, mutual trust, respect and care, as well as knowledge and skills to provide high quality medical care.