As defined for the general population of patients with cancer, individualized care occurs when the nurse knows the patient as a unique individual and tailors care to the patient’s experiences, behaviors, feelings, and perceptions. Studies within the AYA population have identi- fied the importance of this concept, which includes such notions as flexibility to provide for individual needs and information tailored to t medical and psychosocial needs speci c to this populatio. Studies also have identi ed certain helpful healthcare provider characteristics: knowing the patient as an individual; recognizing particular needs; showing a personal interest; and being compassionate, attentive, nonjudgmental, and able to establish a strong human connection