Bioimpedance Spectroscopy Is a Better Predictor of Chronic Lymphedema Vs Tape Measurement
February 6th 2022Patients who underwent surveillance with bioimpedance spectroscopy were less likely to develop chronic breast cancer–related lymphedema compared with patients who were assessed with tape measure.
Geriatric Assessments Help Promote Comorbidity-Related Discussions in Patients With Advanced Cancer
January 28th 2022A secondary analysis of the COACH study revealed that a geriatric assessment–guided intervention increased the number of comorbidity-related discussions between patients and providers.
The Value of a Fellowship Program in Redirecting One Nurse’s Career Goals
November 24th 2021“Each step along the way has really helped me grow professionally, not just as a clinician, but as a whole practitioner, to make my transition to practice a lot easier and make me more comfortable… it’s really an invaluable experience.”
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center’s NP Fellowship Successfully Retains 100% of Fellows
November 18th 2021Jessica MacIntyre, executive director of clinical operations at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, explains how the small market for experienced oncology nurse practitioners prompted their institution to design a successful Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner Fellowship.
Lifestyle Medicine Clinic May Help Cancer Survivors Improve Their Diet, Physical Activity
April 20th 2021A clinic for patients with a history of cancer led by an advanced practice nurse and a dietician may empower patients to improve their lifestyles through diet and exercise, especially since it may have an impact on their outcomes and future risk for diseases.
Nurse Practitioners Speak Out Against 'Outdated' Practice Models
December 16th 2020Oncology nurse practitioners are both competent and compassionate, and undergo rigorous academic and clinical training to earn the NP next to their name. However, many states still require them to work under the supervision of a physician.