"From Patient to Advocate" Book Launch Celebration
Schedule
Thu Mar 12 2026 at 05:30 pm to 07:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
The Ring Workspaces | Clearwater, FL
About this Event
From Patient to Advocate: Book Launch Celebration
Join us for an evening of inspiration, community, and conversation as we celebrate the launch of "From Patient to Advocate: Turning Survivorship Into Impact" by Tim McDonald.
About the Book
Five years ago, Tim McDonald was diagnosed with stage IV colorectal cancer and thought his life was ending. Instead, it became the beginning of something far more powerful.
Today, Tim serves as Research Advocate with Fight Colorectal Cancer, Florida Chapter Leader for Man Up To Cancer, and sits on patient advisory councils for national organizations. He's helped save 24+ lives through screening awareness and influenced medical research alongside PhDs.
"From Patient to Advocate" is the comprehensive guide Tim wishes existed when he started his advocacy journey—a practical roadmap showing patients, survivors, and caregivers how to channel their experience into systematic healthcare change.
What to Expect
This celebration brings together the patient advocacy community for an evening of:
✓ Author Talk & Book Reading
Hear Tim share the story behind the book and read selected passages that capture the heart of patient advocacy
✓ Q&A Session
Ask Tim about advocacy pathways, building credibility, working with healthcare organizations, and avoiding burnout
✓ Book Signing
Get your copy signed and personalized (books available for purchase at the event)
✓ Networking & Community
Connect with fellow patients, survivors, caregivers, and advocates who are turning their experiences into impact
✓ Light Refreshments
Enjoy food, drinks, and conversation in a welcoming atmosphere
Who Should Attend
This event is for:
- Cancer survivors and patients wanting to advocate
- Caregivers looking to make a difference
- Healthcare professionals interested in patient engagement
- Nonprofit leaders and advocacy organizations
- Anyone who's thought "there has to be a better way"
No experience necessary—just a story and a desire to create change.
What You'll Learn
The Four Types of Advocacy:
Discover whether you're an awareness advocate, research advocate, legislative advocate, or fundraising advocate—and how to get started
Building Credibility Without Medical Credentials:
Learn how your lived experience becomes expertise that researchers and policymakers need
Avoiding Advocacy Burnout:
Practical strategies for sustainable, long-term advocacy work
Measuring Your Impact:
Move beyond passion to provable, measurable change
About the Author
Tim McDonald is a healthcare advocate with five years of experience focused on colorectal cancer. His roles include:
- Research Advocate, Fight Colorectal Cancer
- Florida Chapter Leader, Man Up To Cancer
- Patient Advisory Council member, HOPA and PAN Foundation
- Host, "Advocacy at Work" podcast
- 17 years of community management experience
Tim has presented on advocacy and community building across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Europe.
Praise for "From Patient to Advocate"
"Required reading for our staff at Fight CRC. Authentic and smart."
— Anjee Davis, MPPA, CEO, Fight Colorectal Cancer
"A great guidebook for finding your voice and claiming your seat at the table."
— Michael Holtz, Chairman of the Board, Man Up To Cancer
Event Details
When: Thursday, March 12, 5:30-7pm
Where: The Ring, 600 Cleveland St Suite 300, Clearwater, FL 33755
Tickets: Free
What to Bring: Your story, your questions, and an open heart
Books available for purchase at the event
Can't attend but want a signed copy? Email [email protected] to arrange
More Than a Book Launch
This isn't just a celebration of one book—it's a celebration of every patient who's ever thought "I want to do something with this experience."
This is for the newly diagnosed who don't know where to start.
For the long-term survivors wondering "what's next?"
For the caregivers who've watched someone suffer and thought "I can help make this better."
Your voice matters. Your experience matters. Your advocacy can change lives.
Come celebrate the power of patient voices and discover how to turn your survivorship into impact.
Can't Attend?
Order the book: FromPatientToAdvocate.com
Connect with Tim: AdvocacyAtWork.com | LinkedIn
Listen to the podcast: "Advocacy at Work" wherever you get podcasts
Questions?
Contact: [email protected]
Website: AdvocacyAtWork.com
See you there! Let's celebrate the power of patient advocacy together. ❤️📚
Where is it happening?
The Ring Workspaces, 600 Cleveland Street, Clearwater, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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