Sam Jeffers never got to realize his dream of becoming a chef. Read his story to understand how this terrible tumor affects families, and why we need to learn so much more about how to fight it.
These images are taken from MRI scans that show the deep, central location that makes a thalamic glioma difficult, if not impossible, to reach surgically. More about Thalamic Gliomas.
The Thalamic Glioma Registry aggregates data and tissue samples from patients around the world. Intensive study of these samples and data will help unlock the mysteries of this terrible tumor. Contact us about enrolling a patient or donating tissue.