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Brooke Worster, MD, FACP

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  • Associate professor of medicine in the Thomas Jefferson University and Sidney Kimmel Medical College
  • Medical director of the Neu Center for Supportive Medicine and Cancer Survivorship
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Brooke Worster MD, FACP, is an associate professor of medicine in the Thomas Jefferson University and Sidney Kimmel Medical College and practices supportive medicine and cancer pain management as the medical director of the Neu Center for Supportive Medicine and Cancer Survivorship.

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Dr. Worster is active teaching faculty for the medical students, residents and fellows and serves as director for the master’s program in cannabis at the Institute of Emerging Health Professions at SKMC. Her research interests, for which she has earned grant support involve the use, impact, and perceptions of cannabis in pain management and other serious illnesses.

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Contributions

Medical marijuana

06/14/23 | BY: Brooke Worster

Cannabis, also known as marijuana, is used recreationally, as many states allow medical or adult use. Cannabinoids in marijuana may ease breast cancer treatment side effects like nausea and pain.

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 | 14 Min. Read |

Medicines for anxiety

08/12/22 | BY: Brooke Worster

There are many ways you can take care of yourself if you're feeling anxious. But sometimes, more is needed. One option to treat these symptoms is prescription medicine.

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 | 8 Min. Read |

Medicines for depression

08/12/22 | BY: Brooke Worster

Being diagnosed with breast cancer can feel emotionally overwhelming. If you're experiencing depression, it's important to let your doctor know. They may suggest an antidepressant to help you manage symptoms.

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 | 7 Min. Read