About The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com

Guiding Mesothelioma Patients, Inspiring Hope

The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com is the nation's most trusted mesothelioma resource. Our core purpose is advocacy, awareness and connecting people to the best mesothelioma resources. For nearly 20 years, we've built a community of top doctors, hospitals, experts and survivors to help guide patients and their families.

20yrs

serving mesothelioma patients

500+

relationships with the nation’s best mesothelioma specialists

50%

percentage of nation's patients we've helped

30+

contributors including doctors, dietitians, survivors and more

About Us

What Is The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com?

We’re Patient Advocates who provide exclusive services to help mesothelioma patients and their loved ones through every step of their journey. We build relationships with innovative cancer centers and doctors, help families access financial assistance, and connect them to top mesothelioma lawyers for compensation. We also provide support groups and resources. All our concierge services are free.

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The Mesothelioma Center's Dedicated Patient Advocates

Meet The Mesothelioma Center’s Dedicated Patient Advocates

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Meet Our Patient Support Team

Our Patient Advocates, including a medical doctor, medical officer, registered nurse, oncology navigator, hospice expert, and Army and Navy veterans, offer people support, connect families to top specialists and help veterans access VA benefits.

Karen Selby, RN, patient advocate for the Mesothelioma Center
Karen Selby, RN

Registered Nurse and Patient Advocate.

Amy Pelegrin, Hospice Care Director for The Mesothelioma Center
Amy Pelegrin

Hospice Care Director

Vanessa Blanco, Patient Advocate and Oncology Patient Navigator
Vanessa Blanco

Patient Advocate and Oncology Patient Navigator

Joe Lahav, Esquire, author for The Mesothelioma Center
Joe Lahav, Esquire

Lawyer and On-Site Legal Advisor

Snehal Smart, M.D., patient advocate for The Mesothelioma Center
Snehal Smart, M.D.

Medical Doctor and Patient Advocate

Aaron Munz, director of the Veterans Department at The Mesothelioma Center
Aaron Munz

Director of Veterans Department

Danielle DiPietro, Patient Advocate and VA-Accredited Claims Agent at the Mesothelioma Center
Danielle DiPietro

VA-Accredited Claims Agent

Missy Miller, Medical Outreach Director at The Mesothelioma Center
Missy Miller

Medical Outreach Director

Jose Ortiz, Medical Outreach Liaison at the Mesothelioma Center
Jose Ortiz

Medical Outreach Liaison

Catherine Perrault
Dr. Catherine Perrault

Medical Officer and Board-Certified Family Physician

How We Help Patients and Families

Our vision is a world where everyone with mesothelioma has free access to information, services and support to overcome this disease and live longer, healthier lives with their loved ones. We provide hope and deliver quality resources and information for patients, caregivers and loved ones coping with rare cancers like mesothelioma.

Treatment Resources
Our Medical Outreach team and Patient Advocates listen and quickly answer your questions about diagnosis and treatment at no cost to you. Our Doctor Match program connects patients with the best care based on location and diagnosis. We also help you schedule your appointment.
Financial Options
We’re committed to helping you find the financial resources you may need. We help you apply for Social Security Disability insurance and access resources such as trust funds and travel grants. We connect you with legal assistance to help you get the compensation you deserve.
Veterans Claims Assistance
Our VA-accredited Claims Agents help veterans write asbestos exposure summaries, gather evidence and correctly file their VA paperwork. We also assist eligible veterans with denied claims file appeals to help them gain access to their benefits, including disability compensation.
Mesothelioma Guide
Everyone’s mesothelioma cancer journey is different. That’s why we developed our free personalized and medically reviewed guide tailored to you and your unique diagnosis.

The nation’s most trusted mesothelioma resource

The Mesothelioma Center was extremely helpful to my family, as our dad was recently diagnosed with this disease. [They] have a wealth of resources at their fingertips, and they are able to tailor it to your family’s needs. Their legal and medical recommendations have been very helpful. I also appreciate the continued support they have given to our family. You do not have to go through this alone. I would highly recommend The Mesothelioma Center.

- Dawn M.
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Our Expert Contributors

Our expert contributors include leading mesothelioma specialists, oncologists, nutritionists and counselors who ensure our information is up-to-date and medically accurate. Our survivors and caregivers share their personal mesothelioma journeys and insights.

Dr. Jacques Fontaine, pleural mesothelioma doctor and expert contributor for Asbestos.com
Jacques Fontaine

Thoracic Surgeon

Dr. Paul H. Sugarbaker, peritoneal mesothelioma doctor
Paul H. Sugarbaker

Surgical Oncologist

W. Charles Conway
W. Charles Conway

Surgical Oncologist

Dr. Raja Michael Flores, Chief of Thoracic Surgery
Raja Michael Flores

Thoracic Surgeon

Dr. Rodney Landreneau
Rodney Landreneau

Thoracic Surgeon

Dr. Brian Pettiford, Leading Mesothelioma Surgeon & Expert Contributor for Asbestos.com
Brian Pettiford

Thoracic Surgeon

Dr. Marcelo DaSilva, mesothelioma specialist
Marcelo DaSilva

Thoracic Surgeon

Tejal Parekh, registered and licensed dietitian and Asbestos.com expert contributor
Tejal Parekh

Registered and Licensed Dietitian & Contributing Writer

Dana Nolan, mental health counselor and the Mesothelioma Center's monthly support group host
Dana Nolan, MS, LMHC

Mental Health Counselor & Contributing Writer

Mesothelioma Survivor Kasie Coleman
Kasie Coleman

Contributing Writer

Emily Ward, pleural mesothelioma survivor
Emily Ward

Cancer Advocate & Long-Time Mesothelioma Survivor

Tamron Little, peritoneal mesothelioma survivor
Tamron Little

Mesothelioma Survivor and Writer

Meet Our Editorial Team

Our editorial team informs the mesothelioma community about the latest treatments and disease information. We share survivor stories and publish nutrition, exercise, mental health and support information for you and your loved ones.

Walter Pacheco, Managing Editor for Asbestos.com
Walter Pacheco

Managing Editor

Sean Marchese, MS, RN, author for The Mesothelioma Center
Sean Marchese, MS, RN

Oncology Medical Writer and Registered Nurse

Michelle Whitmer, writer for Asbestos.com
Michelle Whitmer

Asbestos Expert and Writer

Amy Edel, senior content editor & strategist
Amy Edel

Senior Editor and Content Strategist

Daniel King, asbestos expert and writer for Asbestos.com
Daniel King

Asbestos Expert and Writer

Tim Povtak, Senior Content Writer for Asbestos.com
Tim Povtak

Senior Content Writer

Fran Mannino, editor for The Mesothelioma Center
Fran Mannino

Writer and Editor

Community

Through our monthly online support group, webinars, and survivor stories, we foster a support community for mesothelioma patients and family members. We create opportunities for people to share personal stories, ask experts questions and develop connections with others. If you’re a mesothelioma survivor, current or former caregiver, or have lost a loved one to mesothelioma, our community services are for you.

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Support Groups
Our Mesothelioma Facebook Support Group is a safe place to connect with other patients, survivors and caregivers who are coping with the disease. A licensed mental health counselor leads our monthly support group to provide patients and caregivers a place to share their stories and connect with others who share this rare diagnosis.
Survivor Stories
Our Wall of Hope honors the strength and determination of mesothelioma survivors and their families. Their personal stories reveal the ups and downs of the cancer journey. Their bravery shines through in volunteering for clinical trials, overcoming challenging side effects and finding ways to beat their prognosis.
Webinars
Our webinars aim to inform, educate and offer helpful resources to mesothelioma patients and their loved ones. Our webinars feature expert panelists, including doctors, registered nurses, dietitians and mesothelioma survivors, who share their expertise, experiences and best tips on how to cope with this rare cancer.
Newsletter
Our newsletter delivers all the latest news about mesothelioma treatment, research breakthroughs and new clinical trials right to your email inbox. You'll stay on top of all the newest treatment advancements, learn about up-and-coming clinical trials, read about recently approved therapies and discover how other survivors beat the odds.
Advocate & Raise Awareness
We're dedicated to advocating for mesothelioma patients and raising awareness about the dangers of asbestos exposure. Our platform provides a space for mesothelioma survivors to share their stories of hope, inspiration and activism. Team members at The Mesothelioma Center have collectively walked hundreds of miles in our years of participation in events such as Miles for Meso, and we’ve donated hundreds of thousands of dollars to fund mesothelioma research
Giving Back
Since our inception in 2006, The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com has donated nearly $640,000 to mesothelioma organizations, cancer centers, patient advocacy groups, college students and veterans service organizations.

Our Trusted Partners

The Mesothelioma Center at Asbestos.com is sponsored by law firms and provides free assistance to all visitors regardless of legal representation. Additionally, we receive absolutely no compensation from medical providers.

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Get in Touch

We’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re a patient looking for information on mesothelioma, a veteran with questions about VA benefits or a reporter looking to contact our Editorial Department, we value your questions, comments and feedback.

Patient Support Team

Have a question? Contact one of our Patient Advocates and get the answers you need.

Karen Selby, RN, patient advocate for the Mesothelioma Center

Karen Selby, RN

Registered Nurse and Patient Advocate

Press & Media Inquiries

Seeking an interview or interested in becoming a contributor? Contact us using one of the following links.

Walter Pacheco, Managing Editor for Asbestos.com

Walter Pacheco

Managing Editor

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Office Address

1 S. Orange Ave. Suite 301
Orlando FL 32801