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Lecture Series Transcipts
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Survivorship
with Richard Boyajian, R.N., M.S., A.N.P., Nurse Practitioner, Lance Armstrong Foundation Adult Survivorship Clinic, Perini Family Survivors' Center, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
For many of us, completing treatment is just the beginning. Now we need to learn how to navigate the uncharted waters of survivorship. In this transcript, Rich Boyajian, a Nurse Practitioner with the Lance Armstrong Foundation Adult Survivorship Clinic at Dana-Farber, raises many issues you might not have considered as you enter this stage of your recovery, including: survivorship 101 (basic facts on why it is important on a national level), late effects (what to look for based on the treatment received), and the importance of a treatment summary and care plan.
Understanding and Managing Lymphedema
Denise McIntosh, Senior Physical Therapist and Coordinator of the Lymphedema Center at Lahey Clinic
Women who have had breast surgery that involves removal of lymph nodes are at
risk to develop Lymphedema, a chronic swelling of the arms and legs.
Learn about what Lymphedema is, how it develops and how it is related to
breast cancer treatment. This transcript discusses how to manage lymphedema, what
treatments are available, and ways to decrease the risk of developing lymphedema including precautions, self-care, exercise and pacing skills.
This lecture was be led by Denise McIntosh, a Senior Physical Therapist at
the Lahey Clinic and the Coordinator of the Lymphedema Center. Ms. Mcintosh
has been with the clinic for 24 years and established the Lymphedema Center
in 1997. Her practice is exclusively with lymphedema patients.
Clinical Trials 101
with Mary Haverty, RN, BSN, OCN
Clinical trials offer access to cutting edge treatments under the careful supervision of leading physicians and scientists. There are many myths about clinical trials, though, that keep 95% of all breast cancer patients from participating in them. There may be a trial that is a perfect fit for you that also has the potential to provide long-term, life-saving benefits to countless others.
In this transcript, Mary Haverty, a clinical research nurse in the Breast Oncology Center at Dana Farber Cancer Institute, will lead a discussion on the basics of clinical trials. Her presentation and supplemental materials will explore common misperceptions, address what to expect when participating in one, and explain how to find a trial that might be right for you.
Mary Haverty, RN, BSN, OCN, has experience in both clinical work and oncology patient care. She is also an active member and President-Elect of the Central Mass Oncology Nursing Society. Materials will be provided by the Coalition of Cancer Cooperative Groups, a nonprofit organization that seeks to improve patient awareness of clinical trials, facilitate access, and promote participation.
Getting Back to Work After Cancer
with Rita B. Allen, the Founder and President of Rita B. Allen Associates, a provider of career management services for individuals and organizations.
Cancer diagnosis and treatment can force changes in a woman’s work life—upsetting the work/home balance and her chosen career path. Many women take a leave of absence during cancer treatment, reduce the total amount of time they dedicate to work both during and after treatment, and/or decide to change their career path altogether. Marketing ourselves is an essential ingredient to successfully manage our careers, but this can be a challenge as we work to understand our post-cancer selves.
In this transcript, presenter Rita B. Allen shows how to explore the “new you” as you take charge of your career. Various resources and techniques help in the preparation, packaging and presentation of your personal brand, while you learn how to develop the valuable skill of marketing your talents, accomplishments, and values.
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Cancer and Fertility
with Charlotte Frank Sage, VP of Clinical Affairs and Operations, Extend Fertility and Dr. David Ryly, Reproductive Endocrinologist, Boston IVF
When a young woman is diagnosed with breast cancer, the impact on her reproductive life is significant. It does not matter whether a woman is single or married or whether or not she has already started a family. Young breast cancer patients are faced with a myriad of decisions regarding their fertility that often must be made in a short period of time. Whether you are currently facing treatment or your treatment is already complete, the best way to deal with this highly emotional issue is to educate yourself.
In this transcript, Charlotte Frank Sage, a research scientist, Extend Fertility and Dr. David Ryley, Boston IVF, discuss female fertility basics, fertility myths, the reality of the biological clock and taking control of your fertile life before, during and after cancer. The discussion will also covers the latest developments in reproductive medicine and fertility preservation as well as the resources available to the cancer community.
Charlotte Frank Sage has over eight years of scientific research experience. She is currently the Vice President of Clinical Affairs and Operations at Extend Fertility. Dr. Ryley is on staff at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Newton-Wellesley Hospital.
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Nutrition for Life
with Heather Tstatsarones, Registered Dietician with
Community Servings
A well-rounded diet is a key component to any healthy lifestyle. When cancer becomes part of a woman’s life, whether she is in active treatment or a long term survivor, eating is no longer just about trying to stay slim to fit into last year’s wardrobe. The body’s nutritional needs change, and a healthy diet becomes a necessary part of treatment as well as long term survivorship. In this transcript, Heather Tstatsarones, a Registered Dietician with Community Servings, covers the role that good nutrition plays in healing the body and maintaining wellness during and after breast cancer treatment. To view transcript, click here.
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