A cancer diagnosis in childhood can change the course of a life in unexpected ways. For one Dartmouth Cancer Center nurse, it became the foundation for a career rooted in understanding, connection, hope—and now—giving back.
In his personal story, Maxwell Nowak, RN, reflects on his journey from pediatric cancer patient to member of the care team—and what it means to support patients with a firsthand perspective.
"I was put into a challenging situation, and…now I’m through it. I’m better. How can I take what I learned and turn that into good?"
This is why Maxwell Nowak gives back. Read his full story.
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