My father was diagnosed with Melanoma in early 2009 in China. As Melanoma is relatively rare disease in China, few doctors and pateint communities know about this disease not to mention the effective treatments. We felt very powerless, confused and helpless at the beginning. We turned to Melanoma International Foundation founder Katherine Poole for help after reading about her book about Melanoma in China. Katherine and her foundation community are very kind and helpful. They offer valuable information, provide guidance, even go to the great length to educate doctors in China about the pros and cons of various treatment options. Their help and online service really enpower the patients in China and around the world.