Survivorship

Each patient at the Survivorship Clinic receives an individualized care plan based on their needs. We focus on four “pillars”:

• screening for the return of tumours and possible secondary cancers;
• monitoring short and long-term side effects of cancer treatment;
• supporting a healthy lifestyle with advice on diet, exercise and the correct psychosocial approach for the future of the cancer journey
• addressing psychosocial issues (e.g. anxiety, depression, insomnia, fear the cancer will return)
• Referral to Wellspring for supporting programs
• Lymphedema treatment referrals

The clinical team also provides patients and their families with information to help them manage their own well-being. Resources may focus on exercise, stress management, nutrition and other ways patients can support their care.

Our clinical team includes:

• Physicians, including specialists in oncology and palliative care
• Surgeon
• Nurses
• Social workers

Osler has also partnered with Wellspring, a community support centre. Wellspring provides programs to meet the psychological, emotional and educational needs of people and families living with cancer. Through Wellspring, patients can access a variety of programs to further support healthy living and recovery.

At this time, all referrals to the Survivorship Clinic are made through Osler’s Oncology Department. Please speak to your physician for more information.