Ep. 16 - Effective Collaboration in Cancer Care with Janet Penny & Rebecca Sturgeon

About this episode

Janet Penny and Rebecca Sturgeon discuss their collaborative journey in writing a comprehensive guide on oncology massage and its integration into cancer care.

In this episode of 'Collaborative Connections,' hosted by Clinton, registered massage therapist Janet Penny and curriculum specialist Rebecca Sturgeon explore their collaborative journey in writing ' Oncology Massage - An Integrative Approach to Cancer Care .' They discuss the inspiration behind their partnership, the challenges of compiling a comprehensive guide, and the balance between research and writing. The conversation highlights key chapters such as the intake and therapeutic relationship, and emphasizes the role of community support, personal growth, and the aim to enrich the field of oncology massage. Penny and Sturgeon hope their work inspires others and integrates oncology massage into broader healthcare practices. Topics discussed:    Effective Collaboration in Cancer Care Growing oncology massage awareness Challenges and breakthroughs in writing More About Janet Penny Visit Janet's website Janet Penny is a registered massage therapist in Ottawa, Canada. Her massage practice focus on people affected by cancer provides the challenges and inspiration that create deeply satisfying work. Janet provides S4OM accredited oncology massage training throughout Canada…

People in this episode

Host: Clinton

Guests: Janet Penny, Rebecca Sturgeon

Topics covered

• Effective Collaboration in Cancer Care
• Growing oncology massage awareness
• Challenges and breakthroughs in writing

Keywords

• oncology massage
• cancer care
• collaboration
• therapeutic relationship
• community support
• personal growth
• healthcare practices

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Society for Oncology Massage & Esthetics

Books & works: Oncology Massage - An Integrative Approach to Cancer Care

Places: Ottawa, Canada

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