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Send us a textSummaryIn this episode, Dr. Wayne Jonas and Dr. Alyssa McManamon discuss when and how to deliver whole person cancer care. They highlight the importance of integrating whole person care into different phases of the cancer journey, including diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and end-of-life care. The conversation emphasizes the need for early engagement and communication with patients, as well as the impact of whole person care on patient outcomes and quality of life. The episode also introduces tools and resources that can be used to facilitate whole person care, such as the Personal Health Inventory and the HOPE visit.TakeawaysWhole person cancer care should be integrated into all phases of the cancer journey, including diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and end-of-life care.Early engagement and communication with patients about whole person care can help address fears and improve patient outcomes.Whole person care involves understanding and addressing the individual needs and goals of each patient, beyond just the treatment of the tumor.Tools and resources, such as the Personal Health Inventory and the HOPE visit, can facilitate the delivery of whole person care.Chapters00:00 Introduction00:39 Attitudes and Access to Integrative Care01:34 Defining Whole Person Cancer Care04:00 Implementing Whole Person Care in Different Phases of the Cancer Journey06:01 Starting Whole Person Care at Diagnosis07:05 Listening to Patient Feedback09:30 Whole Person Care during Treatment10:31 Whole Person Care in Survivorship13:39 Whole Person Care at the End of Life14:18 The Impact of Whole Person Cancer Care15:41 Engaging Patients in Their Care19:24 Tools for Whole Person Care21:43 When to Start Whole Person Care23:12 ConclusionResourcesHOPE Note ToolkitPrimary Care Personal Health Inventory (PHI) Oncology Personal Health Inventory (OPHI)SIO/ASCO Pain Management GuidelinesCME Course: Whole Person Cancer Care Course Check out the book: "Healing and Cancer: A Guide to Whole Person Care"Visit https://www.healingandcancerbook.com/ for more information.Connect:Twitter: @DrWayneJonasFacebook: Dr. Wayne JonasInstagram: @drwaynejonasLinkedIn: Dr. Wayne JonasLinkedIn: Alyssa McManamonVisit Healing Works Foundation www.healingworksfoundation.org for more information. Dr. Wayne Jonas is a board-certified physician and Dr. Alyssa McManamon is a triple-board certified hematologist/oncologist. The opinions expressed on this show are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of their places of employment, the Department of Veterans Affairs, or the United States government. The opinions expressed on this podcast are meant for entertainment and education and should not be used to diagnose or treat any medical condition nor should they be used as a substitute for medical advice from a qualified, board-certified practicing clinician. Dr. Wayne Jonas and Dr. Alyssa McManamon have no relevant financial disclosures.
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