The goal of the 2016 Global Patient Survey was to gather information that will assist LC and its members begin to understand the patient experience, through examination of the following issues: 1) At the start of their journey, to what degree have patients been made aware of and had an understanding of their diagnosis, subtype, treatment options and adverse-effect management? Of those who did not have an understanding, who are they?, 2) How are patients being affected by treatment? What specific physical and psychosocial conditions, and medical issues have patients been living with, and at what stage of their experience? Are relapsed patients more susceptible to issues?, 3) Who is most affected by lifestyle and independence issues? Does discrimination tend to be an issue?, 4) Have healthcare professionals been effective in providing patients with information and support? Which patients are not reaching out for help?, 5) What role have various support services and healthcare professionals played during the patient journey? What have been the patient’s primary sources for information and support? Moving forward, in which types of support services would patients be most interested?, 6) Specifically, who is experiencing barriers to receiving adequate lymphoma treatment?