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CSM 2022 is quickly approaching & whether you will attend in person or not, there are some very important things to consider before you begin your CSM experience.

This is a semi-hybrid conference. There are many interesting sessions, and I want to ensure that you are well prepared. The in-person event will take place in San Antonio, Texas starting February 2nd. Approximately one third of the sessions will be recorded and made available from March 1st to March 31st. In today's episode is a list of sessions that I recommend that you view. Some of these resources come from the Oncology Academy, but you might also want to check out others.

Please say hello, wave, air-high-five, and bump elbows with me if you see me. I look forward to seeing you at CSM this year.

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The average person doesn't have time to read the 100s of articles coming out each year about cancer rehab.  So how are we supposed to keep up with the latest info?

Lauren Miller, Cynthia Barbie and Steve Morris, join TheOncoPT podcast today to provide a rundown of what happened last year in cancer rehab oncology research.  We discussed both the exciting and disappointing findings with our guests. But more importantly, what those results mean for us and the future of cancer rehab and our patients.

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So you want to work in OncoPT...but don't know how (or where) to start?  This episode is just for you!

Welcome to this week's Ask Me Anything, with Dr. Karen Rivera Yepiz.  She had a lot of AMAZING questions about finding a job, additional certifications, & so much more. 

I know every new grad has these questions, which is why I'm so glad Karen agreed to ask her questions LIVE (so you know you're getting my gut answers!). I know this episode will help you along your journey in the oncology field.

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Just because we're PTs doesn't mean we're good patient educators.

Did that make you cringe a little bit?
Because I sure did.

But that doesn't mean we can't become better patient educators.

Drs. Karla Wente & Alex Hill, PT are serving up some "Oncology Knowledgy" & how best practice patient education helps our treatment plans from start to finish, plus how to get started today!

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Since it's a new year, it's the perfect time to reintroduce what we do here at TheOncoPT & what's coming up for 2022!

After going in the wrong direction for months, I finally figured out the plan I needed to prepare effectively for the Oncology Specialist Certification exam.  So now, I'm sharing that plan with you, & our students are already loving it!

To celebrate TheOncoPT’s three year birthday, I’m doing a special giveaway:

I'm giving away an Ask Me Anything coaching session and all you have to do is give us your feedback on Apple Podcasts! To enter the giveaway, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and then email us a screenshot of your review at [email protected]. 2 winners will be selected & we’ll air their Ask Me Anything coaching sessions on the podcast in 2022.

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Happy 3rd Birthday to TheOncoPT Podcast!

The idea for this podcast came to me just after I had landed my dream job. As I walked into my first day, I felt confident & on track. On my way home from my first day, I broke down & cried. I realized that my dream job left me feeling like I was flying by the seat of my pants. 

I realized as I drove home that others must be feeling the same way I was.  Since listening to podcasts is one of my favorite pastimes, I tried searching for an oncology physical therapy podcast, to no avail.  So I thought: if I couldn't find one to help me, maybe I could make one?

And here we are!

My goal was to help physical therapists who felt overwhelmed, frustrated, or alone when dealing with oncology treatment. I didn't want anyone to feel like I did. In an effort to help others support their practice, I launched this podcast. It went live on December 5, 2018. This passion project has grown into a platform where PTs can find all the information they need, up-to-date research, & other resources to help them with their cancer treatment plans for their patients. 

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This week, we'll hear from Dr. Aubrene Fiore about the importance of wound care in oncology. Many oncology physical therapists lack wound care training, but wounds are very common during cancer treatment. During this episode, Dr. Fiore will walk us through basic wound care, sharing tools, resources, and her expertise. 

Supporting wound care is important. Physical therapy is often recommended after oncology surgery. Cancer physical therapists are constantly in contact with wounds associated with cancer treatments. Having a knowledge of wounds, the patients' history and current labs can be helpful in treating and preventing wounds. There are many resources that can help an oncology physical therapist better understand wound care.  

Being able to identify, share with the care team, and provide support to your patients is vital. If left untreated, complications may arise. Helping patients find ways to care for themselves is imperative. Understand how to bandage wounds, the importance of hydration, moisture, and self-care, along with resources to access if they are struggling financially. As a result, your patient will have the best chance of healing the wound. 

It's time to stop being afraid of wound care! You have the tools, resources, and knowledge to handle it!

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Those treating people with cancer can feel overwhelmed & confused by nutrition for cancer treatment. Many healthcare providers are not trained in nutrition, but nutrition is vital to the health of their patients. It allows them to maintain the strength and function of their bodies. Our guest today is Dr. Krystle Zuniga, a registered and licensed cancer dietitian who discusses why having a dietitian on your patients' team is critical.

In our interview, we discuss how a dietitian differs from a nutritionist, what a dietitian does, & debunk some common myths about nutrition & cancer. 

Join TheOncoPT Online Community on Facebook to get access to the full interview & connect with the community.

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Our discussion continues on the importance of strength-building for patients with cancer with Dr. Andrew Chongaway, PT, and Dr. Shai Swell, PT. Providing exercise programs that support strength-building at every stage of their journey is essential. Being sedentary can slow healing and recovery. Because of this, it is critical to develop a program that is tailored to the needs of each patient. 

Simple, interesting programs are more likely to hold a patient's interest and commitment. The plan doesn't need to be structured, just easy to follow and able to accommodate different stages in the patient's journey. A physical therapist should engage the patient during the session and find ways to make it more fun.

Exercise can be made more interesting with music. It keeps people motivated and engaged. You are strengthening your relationship by allowing your patient to share with you what they enjoy about music. It also creates a distraction, making exercises easier. They can then push a little harder when the effects of their treatment begin to manifest. 

You will be able to empower your patients by creating trust, listening to how the plan is feeling in their body, and connecting with them on a more personal level. If you ask them how an exercise feels during and after the session, you can help them judge their dosage of exercise according to how they are currently feeling. One of the most important things is teaching them how to monitor their intensity so they can continue their progress at home.

🎓 FREE TRAINING: From Confused to Confident — a 4-step framework (SCAN) for decoding any question on your oncology specialist exam. Free at https://TheOncoPT.com/scan

🎄 Christmas in July: Get the Complete Oncology Specialist Package (Bootcamp + Case Report Writing Workshop + MOSC course) at our lowest price of the year — through July 31st. Join now and get the MOSC course free at launch: https://TheOncoPT.com/SPECIALIST

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Do you ever struggle with dosing exercise for your oncology patients? I sure do.

I spoke with Dr. Andrew Chongaway, PT and Dr. Shai Sewell, PT about using exercise for your patients in their cancer journey and the importance of understanding how to dose exercise. 

If exercise is medicine, then we must be dosing it as such: specifically, to target specific patient needs.

When it comes to cancer treatment programs, exercise is crucial. Just like medicine, exercise dosages can change as treatment progresses. It is important to maintain the patient's mobility during treatment in order to help maintain their strength. Strength will be gradually developed if the right exercises are performed. The patient can maintain it even when he or she is at a low point in the journey.

This is a really important conversation that we aren't having enough in our field - tune in to hear Andrew & Shai's tips on how to better help your patients today!

🎓 FREE TRAINING: From Confused to Confident — a 4-step framework (SCAN) for decoding any question on your oncology specialist exam. Free at https://TheOncoPT.com/scan

🎄 Christmas in July: Get the Complete Oncology Specialist Package (Bootcamp + Case Report Writing Workshop + MOSC course) at our lowest price of the year — through July 31st. Join now and get the MOSC course free at launch: https://TheOncoPT.com/SPECIALIST

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