Beyond survival: living with the mental and physical effects of cancer treatment
Monday, May 4, 2009, 5:30 p.m.
Symposium Café
620 Richmond Street, London
RSVP: cafescientifique@cihr-irsc.gc.ca
Medical research has made great progress in the fight against cancer, dramatically increasing a cancer patient's chances of survival. But for many survivors, dealing with the physical and mental effects of cancer treatment is a battle in itself. Re-entering the workforce, overcoming anxiety and coping with the long-term effects of cancer treatment are just a few of the challenges they face.
What are researchers discovering about the impact of cancer treatments on our cognitive abilities? What are doctors doing to address patients' mental and physical well-being while also treating their cancer? Come hear about the latest evidence-based research on post-cancer care from experts and survivors.
Speakers:
Dr. James Koropatnick
Professor and Director, Cancer Research Laboratory Program
London Regional Cancer Program
University of Western Ontario
Dr. Theodore Vandenberg
Medical Oncologist, London Regional Cancer Program
Associate Professor, Department of Oncology
University of Western Ontario
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew (founder) and Jill Sprawson
Childhood cancer survivors
Rebounders Canada
Moderator:
Dr. Carla Garcia
Psychiatrist, Physician Leader of Adult Consultation Liaison
London Health Sciences Centre