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Longitudinal Care: Before, During, and After Cancer Treatment

Learn about our commitment to comprehensive cancer care and how we support patients and caregivers from prevention through survivorship.

Care for the whole patient

Our approach to care supports patients and their families at every stage of the cancer journey. As an integrated healthcare system, we are uniquely equipped to manage pre-existing conditions our patients may have and address issues that may arise during cancer treatment.

Lifestyle medicine

A growing body of research shows that whole-person cancer care not only makes patients feel better but also can improve outcomes. Our Lifestyle Medicine Program focuses on educating patients on how to apply evidence-based approaches to improve health and well-being during cancer survivorship.

More on lifestyle medicine
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  • Helen Shih, MD talking with patient in clinic

    Care for patients with cancer and substance use disorder

     

    Patients with cancer and substance use disorder diagnoses face unique challenges. Helen Shih, MD, radiation oncologist, shares her learnings and offers advice about treating patients in this difficult circumstance.

     

    Learn about cancer and SUD

  • Mass General Cancer Center patient Roger Gagne and caregiver Christine Lirtino

    Intervening to reduce cancer caregiver stress

     

    Our researchers have developed an intervention with a customized combination of individual therapy sessions with cognitive and behavioral strategies that reduces anxiety and depressive symptoms in caregivers of people with cancer.

     

    How we help caregivers 

  • Chris Kobos with his family in summer 2024.

    Chris’ story: Treating chordoma with cutting-edge proton therapy

     

    Proton therapy and a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, medical, and radiation oncologists saved Chris’ life after he was diagnosed with a very rare chordoma.

     

    Read Chris’ story 

Peer mentoring program for patients and their caregivers

Learning that you or a loved one have cancer can be overwhelming, but our program creates mentor/mentee pairings to provide support during this time. 

Hear about our Peer Mentoring Program
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  • Carol Sullivan, MS, RD, CSO, LDN

    Nutrition tips for during & after cancer treatment

     

    Our team of oncology registered dietitians provides evidence-based, expert nutrition counseling to patients and their caregivers as an integral part of cancer care. Carol Sullivan, MS, RD, CSO, LDN, oncology dietitian, shares nutrition tips for during and after cancer treatment.

     

    Get nutrition tips 

  • Bob Lambert and wife Annette

    Bob’s story: Comprehensive treatment from a specialized skin cancer clinic

     

    Discover how Bob’s care team at Mohs and Dermatologic Surgery Center addressed his evolving healthcare needs.

     

    Read Bob’s story

  • Allison Snyder, PT, MSPT, CEEAA demonstrating exercise

    At-home exercises for before, during, and after cancer treatment

     

    For most patients, exercise is safe and helpful before, during, and after cancer treatment. Follow along as Allison Snyder, PT, MSPT, CEEAA, physical therapist, shares some easy movements that can be done to increase strength and improve posture.

     

    Try at-home exercises

Katie’s story: Whole health breast cancer care close to home

After receiving a breast cancer diagnosis, our supportive care services and community locations helped Katie keep her mind and body well during treatment.

Read Katie’s story
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