Health After Cancer: Cancer Survivorship for Primary Care from Coursera

This course presents basic principles of cancer survivorship to primary-care physicians. Developed by a team of experts in caring for cancer survivors, and narrated by a primary-care physician, this course provides practical tips and tools that can be easily integrated into medical practice.

You will learn about the complex physical and psychosocial needs and concerns of the growing number of cancer survivors, along with the key role that primary care physicians have in guiding these patients back to health, after cancer.

Materials include story-based videos where you will meet four patients with diverse needs in their care after recovery for cancer; printable reference guides for clinical care, communication, and resources; as well as additional optional cases for extended learning.

This self-paced course takes approximately 90 minutes to complete. If you are interested in taking this course for CME credit, please visit the course site at Stanford Center for Continuing Medical Education located here:

https://stanford.cloud-cme.com/course/courseoverview?P=0&EID=35509

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Health After Cancer: Cancer Survivorship for Primary Care

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Developed by a team of experts in caring for cancer survivors, this course guides primary care physicians in guiding patients back to health

Taught by a primary-care physician, this course is specifically tailored to the needs of this audience

Provides practical tips and tools that can be easily integrated into medical practice

Teaches learners about the complex physical and psychosocial needs and concerns of cancer survivors, preparing them for real-world applications

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Enhance your ability to effectively communicate with and support cancer survivors by refreshing your communication and counseling techniques.

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Review books or articles on communication and counseling techniques.
Attend workshops or online courses on patient communication.
Practice active listening, empathy, and clear communication in your interactions.

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Refresh your understanding of fundamental cancer biology and treatment principles covered in your past courses to prepare for this course.

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Gather your notes, textbooks, and other resources from your previous cancer-related courses.
Review key concepts such as cancer cell biology, treatment modalities, and long-term effects of cancer.
Make notes and highlight important information for future reference.

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Learners who complete Health After Cancer: Cancer Survivorship for Primary Care will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Primary Care Physician

A course in Health After Cancer: Cancer Survivorship for Primary Care will help students who want to enter this role. This is a physician who provides first-line healthcare to patients and is often the first point of contact for those who have recovered from cancer. This course can help build a foundation in cancer survivorship, which will become increasingly important as the number of cancer survivors continues to rise.

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Medical Oncologist

This course may be useful for those who wish to enter the field of Medical Oncology, a specialty that focuses on the treatment of cancer. Primary care physicians, particularly those who often see patients recovering from cancer, will find learning about guiding patients after recovery especially helpful.

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Radiation Oncologist

This course may also be useful to those considering Radiation Oncology, a specialty that is responsible for delivering radiation therapy to treat cancer. Radiation Oncologists will likely be involved with patients after cancer recovery, and this course may help build a foundation in survivorship needs.

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Social Worker

Those who enter the field of Social Work, particularly those who work in healthcare, may find this course helpful in learning how to provide support to cancer survivors. This course, which covers the psychosocial needs of cancer survivors, will be particularly relevant.

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Cancer Registrar

A course in Health After Cancer: Cancer Survivorship for Primary Care may also assist those who wish to become Cancer Registrars, who play a key role in collecting and managing cancer data. Learning about the needs of cancer survivors will augment what Registrars are already responsible for.

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Health Educator

Health Educators play a key role in providing education and support to cancer survivors and their families. This course will provide Health Educators with the knowledge and tools they need to help cancer survivors navigate the challenges of survivorship and improve their quality of life.

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Psychologist

Psychologists who work in healthcare may also find this course helpful, particularly those who work with cancer patients and survivors. The course will provide insight into the psychological needs of cancer patients, and will help Psychologists learn how to address these needs with compassion and understanding.

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Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioners can provide primary care to cancer survivors. They can also provide education and support to cancer survivors and their families. This course will provide Nurse Practitioners with the knowledge and skills they need to provide comprehensive care to cancer survivors.

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Pharmacist

Pharmacists can play an important role in the care of cancer survivors. They can help to ensure that cancer survivors are taking their medications as prescribed, and they can provide information about the potential side effects of these medications. This course will provide Pharmacists with the knowledge and skills they need to provide optimal care to cancer survivors.

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Case Manager

Case Managers help to coordinate care for cancer survivors. They can help to ensure that cancer survivors have access to the resources they need, and they can provide support to cancer survivors and their families. This course will provide Case Managers with the knowledge and skills they need to provide effective care to cancer survivors.

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Dietitian

Dietitians can help cancer survivors to make healthy eating choices. They can also provide information about the nutritional needs of cancer survivors. This course will provide Dietitians with the knowledge and skills they need to provide optimal care to cancer survivors.

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Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapists can help cancer survivors to regain their physical function and independence. They can also provide training on how to use adaptive equipment. This course will provide Occupational Therapists with the knowledge and skills they need to provide effective care to cancer survivors.

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Speech-Language Pathologist

Speech-Language Pathologists can help cancer survivors to regain their speech and language skills. They can also provide training on how to use adaptive equipment. This course will provide Speech-Language Pathologists with the knowledge and skills they need to provide effective care to cancer survivors.

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Physical Therapist

Physical Therapists can help cancer survivors to regain their physical function and mobility. They can also provide training on how to use adaptive equipment. This course will provide Physical Therapists with the knowledge and skills they need to provide effective care to cancer survivors.

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Clinical Research Coordinator

Clinical Research Coordinators play a key role in conducting clinical trials for cancer survivors. They help to recruit and enroll cancer survivors into clinical trials, and they collect data on the safety and efficacy of new cancer treatments. This course will provide Clinical Research Coordinators with the knowledge and skills they need to conduct successful clinical trials for cancer survivors.

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