What if every cancer patient had a health plan rather than a treatment plan? After having spent 17 years as Philadelphia's top breast surgeon, my own illness led me to discover functional medicine. Unlike traditional medicine, which is designed to address the symptoms of illness, functional … [Read more...] about Jennifer Simmons MD, FACS, Functional Medicine Physician at Real Health MD
Pennsylvania
Michelle Stortz C-IAYT, ERYT500, MFA, Yoga Instructor Specializing in Cancer Care, Meditation Teacher
Since 2010, Michelle has worked with hundreds of cancer survivors in the Philadelphia area. Michelle enjoys designing custom yoga programs that anyone can do regardless of ability. Michelle also teaches meditation, drawing on both the Buddhist tradition and the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction … [Read more...] about Michelle Stortz C-IAYT, ERYT500, MFA, Yoga Instructor Specializing in Cancer Care, Meditation Teacher
Dana Donofree, Founder of AnaOno, Loungewear for Women Living with Breast Cancer
Diagnosed with breast cancer at 27, Dana Donofree founded AnaOno out of her own necessity and desire for pretty, sexy, beautiful lingerie. After a bilateral mastectomy with implant reconstruction, her own bras no longer fit and she was certain there must be more than just sports bras and … [Read more...] about Dana Donofree, Founder of AnaOno, Loungewear for Women Living with Breast Cancer
Kathy Miller, Oncology Massage Specialist, Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Kathy Miller is a licensed and Board Certified Massage Therapist as well as a Certified Medical Massage Practitioner. She is a proud member of the Society for Oncology Massage. She is also certified in Manual Lymph Drainage (Vodder Technique) and Complete Decongestive Therapy. Kathy specializes in … [Read more...] about Kathy Miller, Oncology Massage Specialist, Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center (SKCC) – Jefferson Health
Together ... Until Every Cancer is Cured The Cancer Support and Welcome Center at the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center – Jefferson Health offers free support groups, classes, counseling and more for patients, caregivers and anyone touched by the disease. MISSION To improve the lives of cancer … [Read more...] about Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center (SKCC) – Jefferson Health
Lisa Lurie, Survivor, Co-Founder of Cancer Be Glammed, Author, Patient-Activist, Speaker, Conversation Starter
Introducing Cancer Be Glammed: The Guide, a one-of-a-kind guide that prepares women, facing all forms of cancer, for the most common appearance-related questions and concerns. These include surgical changes, hair loss, weight fluctuations, wardrobe issues, skin care, and much more. Featuring cancer … [Read more...] about Lisa Lurie, Survivor, Co-Founder of Cancer Be Glammed, Author, Patient-Activist, Speaker, Conversation Starter
Victoria Stewart HTCP/I, HTAP, Healing Touch Certified Practitioner, Energy Therapist
Victoria F. Stewart offers individual treatment sessions for both people and animals through her private practice. She also provides educational coaching sessions to practitioners seeking one-on-one support, Spiritual Advisor, business building and relationship counseling. What is Healing … [Read more...] about Victoria Stewart HTCP/I, HTAP, Healing Touch Certified Practitioner, Energy Therapist
Lisa Smiley, Ovarian Cancer Survivor, Peer Coaching
I am an ovarian cancer survivor and I am working toward becoming a cancer survivorship coach. In my experience, patient education throughout the process was terrible. I learned the most from talking with others like me. Now I’m offering survivorship support to anyone who needs it. Talking with … [Read more...] about Lisa Smiley, Ovarian Cancer Survivor, Peer Coaching