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American Brain Tumor Association

Information updated on Thursday, October 20th 2022, 11:33
How to Contact the Provider
Contact email
[email protected]
Address
Chicago, IL, 60631
Phone
800-886-2282
Web
http://www.abta.org
Services
Disability Awareness and Advocacy
Online Learning - blogs, resources, webinars, apps, telehealth
Online Social Network
Parent to Parent Support - Information, Referral, Mentoring
Research Institute or Funding

The American Brain Tumor Association is the nation’s oldest nonprofit organization dedicated to brain tumor education, support and research. In 1973, the ABTA was founded by two mothers determined to find answers that, at the time, were not yet available. Since then, the ABTA has funded more than $32 million in brain tumor research and now reaches a national audience, providing educational and support resources.

The ABTA is a steadfast advocate on behalf of the brain tumor community in the United States, and we are here to help patients, caregivers, and their loved ones as they navigate the brain tumor journey.

Contact our CareLine

For brain tumor information and resources, call 800-886-ABTA (2282) or fill out our contact form and a CareLine staff member will be in touch within one business day.

The CareLine team is available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CT. Please note that we close daily from 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m CT. 

ABTA CareLine staff can assist you with a variety of resources, including:

  • Brain tumor educational resources
  • Information on treatment and care
  • Finding brain tumor treatment centers
  • Social-emotional support resources
  • Information for the newly diagnosed
  • Resources for caregivers
  • Financial assistance resources
  • Finding clinical trials
  • Information on common symptoms and side effects

Connections Brain Tumor Support Community

Join ABTA’s online support community, Connections, where brain tumor patients, survivors, and caregivers come together to share experiences and support each other. Find information about malignant and non-malignant tumors, GBM, immunotherapy, genetic testing, and more.

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