
For Professionals
Healthcare professionals must be equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to provide high quality care for Chinese cancer survivors. We have developed a series of educational webinars for professional development on three key topics that are important to cancer survivors including fear of cancer recurrence, changes in intimacy following cancer treatment, and cancer-related cognitive impacts.
Fear of Cancer Recurrence Webinar
This webinar focuses on Fear of Cancer Recurrence in Chinese Populations. The main presentation "Overcoming Fear of Cancer Recurrence in the Chinese Population: An update on what we know and what can be done" by Dr Danielle Wing Lam Ng is followed by an expert panel discussion and Q&A.
Presenters:
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Dr Danielle Wing Lam Ng (Hong Kong)
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Emeritus Prof Phyllis Butow (Australia)
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Dr Jia (Jenny) Liu (Australia)
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Prof Wendy Wing Tak Lam (Hong Kong)
Intimacy Changes in Cancer Survivorship Webinar
This webinar focuses on intimacy changes in cancer survivorship. The presentation by Prof Su-Ying Fang is followed by an expert panel discussion and Q&A.
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Professor Su-Ying Fang (Taiwan)
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A/Prof Ka Ming Chow (Hong Kong)
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Kim Hobbs (Australia)
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Dr Lawrence Kasherman (Australia)
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A/Prof Haryana Dhillon
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This webinar focuses on cancer related cognitive issues. The main presentation by Prof Janette Vardy is followed by an expert panel discussion and Q&A.
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Prof Janette Vardy (Australia)
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Prof Alex Chan (USA/Singapore)
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Prof Andy Cheng (Hong Kong/Australia)
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Prof Lynette Mackenzie (Australia)
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Cancer Related Cognitive Issues Webinar
What does the Research say
Clinicians' understanding of the nuances of culture is crucial in enhancing the cancer survivorship experience for patients. Cultural sensitivity helps clinicians provide care that respects and aligns with patients' values, beliefs, and practices. This understanding can improve communication, build trust, and ensure that the emotional, social, and physical challenges of survivorship are addressed in a way that resonates with each individual. By acknowledging and incorporating cultural differences into care plans, clinicians can significantly impact the overall well-being and quality of life for cancer survivors.
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Song J, Li R, Hu X, Ding G, Chen M, Jin C. Current status of and future perspectives on care for cancer survivors in China. Glob Health Med. Aug 31 2023;5(4):208-215. https://doi.org/10.35772/ghm.2023.01014
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