Certain types of cancer treatments can cause early menopause in women. The sudden symptoms can often be physically and emotionally overwhelming to women and their support team. In this program, Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Carolyn Kirschner, and Breast Cancer Nurse & Navigator, Heidi Wiltse, will discuss the impacts of early menopause. They will also share medical […]
Do you have questions about diet, nutrition, or other food-related concerns? Join us for a quick session for an opportunity to learn from our Board-Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition. Our theme for this program will be: "Food and our Mood" Please submit questions related to that topic when you register. Presented by: Lori Bumbaco, MS, […]
Join Dr. Sigrun Hallmeyer, medical oncologist, as she discusses the mechanism of scalp cooling to reduce hair loss from chemotherapy. Dr. Hallmeyer will discuss hair loss and its effects on patient well-being, review the latest data on this therapy and give information on the Dignicap system that she uses with her patients. Presented by: Sigrun […]
Join Priscilla Andrews, MA, LCPC, Clinical Manager, as she engages in monthly, thought-provoking conversation with her fellow Clinical Team members and community partners. Each conversation will focus on an aspect of the cancer experience, providing different insights and perspectives on a common theme. Audience questions are invited and encouraged. The Series will be available via […]
Stephanie Dizon, a licensed occupational therapist with advanced specialty training in lymphedema management, will help you become familiar with the causes of lymphedema and what the lymphatic system does for the body. She will give information on the personal risk factors that may put one at higher risk for developing lymphedema after cancer treatment. Learn […]
Do you have questions about diet, nutrition, or other food-related concerns? Join us for a quick session for an opportunity to learn from our Board-Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition. Our theme for this program will be: "Farmers Market Finds." Please submit questions related to that topic when you register. Presented by: Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, […]
Join us as we discuss the common concerns that arise when treatment has ended, and strategies for coping with the transition to being post-treatment. Open to both survivors and their loved ones. This program is ideal for individuals who are approaching the end of treatment, as well as those who have already completed treatment. Presented […]
Studies suggest that men might have a more difficult time adjusting to their diagnosis due to the way that it threatens the various factors of their masculine identity such as strength, independence, and general resilience. Join Dominique James, Men’s Support Group facilitator, and Mark Livshots, Clinical Associate, to learn about coping strategies with a cancer […]
Join us at the Cancer Wellness Center for our family cooking program "Culinary Connections". This program is for families with children ages 6-12 that are affected by cancer and would like to learn age-appropriate recipes. In this program, we will help your children feel empowered with the ability to make healthy foods for themselves and […]
Acupuncture is a safe and effective healing technique that has been used for over 2,000 years. It involves the insertion of very fine, hair-thin, single-use sterile needles into acupuncture points on the body. Acupuncture can help you along the path toward optimal health and vitality- physically, mentally and emotionally. In recent years, acupuncture has been […]
