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Laurie Joseph

An oncology infusion nurse in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Laurie Joseph, RN, OCN, administers chemotherapy and supportive medications at an outpatient cancer clinic. She supports patients through their initial infusions, monitoring for adverse reactions and helping them manage common treatment side effects. Joseph graduated from Rutgers University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and maintains specialty certification in oncology, working alongside medical oncologists to coordinate daily outpatient regimens.

How to Sleep Comfortably With a Chemo Port
How Long After Chemo Can I Have Surgery?
What Is a Cold Cap for Chemotherapy Patients?
How Long Is a Port Left In After Chemo?
Can You Sleep on the Side With a Port?
What Is a Chemo Pump and How Does It Work?
What Is Infusion Therapy for Cancer?
Can You Get Chemo Through an IV & What to Expect
How Do They Insert a Port for Chemo?
Do You Have to Get a Port for Chemo?
Do You Need a Port for Chemo? When It’s Recommended