Course Description
Exercise has been proven to be one of the most effective interventions to improve quality of life for people living with and beyond cancer. Given this evidence, there are few interdisciplinary continuing education opportunities for rehabilitation and medical professionals on how to implement exercise into rehabilitative care protocols.
This course aims to provide those professionals with the most up to date evidence supporting the use of exercise for people living with and beyond cancer. Learners will be educated on how to implement the latest exercise guidelines in a practical manner that fits into current rehabilitation models of care. Novel strategies aimed at making exercise the foundation for oncological rehabilitative care will be explored.
Course Format / Type
Online / On Demand (Self-Paced)
Course Access
Access to course content expires 9/30/2022.
Target Audience
Physicians, Physical therapists, Occupational Therapists, Athletic Trainers, Exercise Physiologists, and other health care professionals with an interest in Oncological Rehabilitation
Educational Objectives
After participating in this activity, clinicians should be
able to:
- Describe the guidelines for prescribing exercise in the cancer population
- Recognize risk factors for injury when prescribing exercise and precautions that should be followed in the cancer population
- Recognize the role of the physiatrist in the cancer care continuum
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Course Outline
Keynote Address
The Prospective Surveillance Model: Early Identification and Treatment to Improve Quality of Life
Nicole Stout, DPT, CLT-LANA, FAPTA
Prevention and Prehabilitation
The Role of Exercise in Cancer Prevention, Control and Treatment
Jonas Sokolof, DO, CAQSM
Nutrition in Prevention & Survivorship
Amanda Bontempo, MS, RD, CSO, CDN
Prehabilitation: Overcoming Barriers of Implementation to Improve Functional Outcomes
Susan Maltser, DO
Panel Discussion: Q&A
Amanda Bontempo, MS, RD, CSO, CDN
Susan Maltser, DO
Jonas Sokolof, DO, CAQSM
Thriving Through Cancer
Cardiopulmonary Health Throughout The Cancer Continuum
Jonathan Whiteson, MD, FAAPMR
Fatigue, Weakness and Sarcopenia: Maintaining Strength During Prostate Cancer Treatment
Sofiya Prilik, MD
Breast Cancer Rehabilitation: Rise of The Resistance
Amanda Palmeri, PT, DPT
A New Model of Care for BMT Patients In the Acute Care Setting: Why Intensity and Standardization Matters
Mia Palazzo, PT, DPT
Panel Discussion: Q&A
Mia Palazzo, PT, DPT
Amanda Palmeri, PT, DPT
Sofiya Prilik, MD
Jonathan Whiteson, MD, FAAPMR
Keynote Address
Moving Through Cancer, Assess, Advise, Refer: A Global Initiative
Kathryn Schmitz, PhD, MPH, FACSM, FTOS, FNAK
Rehabilitation Considerations in Cancer Survivorship
Thriving Through Surviving: The Importance of Survivorship Care
Marleen Meyers, MD
Treating the Whole Person with Exercise: Improved Function and Return to Work
Elise Ostensson, MS, OTR/L, CSRS
Exercise Physiologist Role in the Cancer Care Continuum
Heather Milton, MS, RCEP, CSCS
Panel Discussion: Q&A
Marleen Meyers, MD
Heather Milton, MS, RCEP, CSCS
Elise Ostensson, MS, OTR/L, CSRS
Patient Perspective: A Personal Journey
Robyn Mauskopf
Moving From Theory Into Practice
Optimizing Rehabilitation Outcomes Through Practice
Karen Wonders, PhD, FACSM
Ask The Experts: ACSM Roundtable Authors Discussion
Kathryn Schmitz, PhD, MPH, FACSM, FTOS, FNAK
Jonas Sokolof, DO, CAQSM
Nicole Stout, DPT, CLT-LANA, FAPTA
Closing Remarks
Jonas Sokolof, DO, CAQSM
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Course Directors
Jonas Sokolof, DO, CAQSM
Clinical Associate Professor
NYU Grossman School of Medicine
Director, Oncological Rehabilitation
Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Health
Mia Palazzo, PT, DPT
Board-Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist Emeritus
Associate Director of Physical Therapy
Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Health
Course Planners
Adrienne Dicembri, MPA, OTR/L
Supervisor, Occupational Therapy
Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Health
Heather Milton, MS, RCEP, CSCS
Supervisor, Exercise Physiology
Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Health
Amanda Palmeri, PT, DPT
Clinical Specialist, Outpatient Physical Therapy
Board-Certified Women’s Health Clinical Specialist
Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Health
Ambulatory Care Center
Gregory Sweeney, PT, DPT
Board-Certified Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Clinical Specialist
Program Manager, ACC Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Health
Jonathan Whiteson, MD, FAAPMR
Associate Professor, Rehabilitation Medicine & Medicine
NYU Grossman School of Medicine
Vice Chair, Clinical Operations
Medical Director, Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Health
Key Note Speakers
Kathryn Schmitz, PhD, MPH, FACSM, FTOS, FNAK
Distinguished Professor
Department of Public Health Services
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Penn State College of Medicine
Penn State Cancer Institute
Nicole Stout, DPT, CLT-LANA, FAPTA
Research Assistant Professor
WVU Cancer Institute
School of Medicine
Department of Hematology and Oncology
Cancer Prevention and Control
West Virginia University
Guest Speakers
Elise Ostensson, MS, OTR/L, CSRS
Assistant Clinical Professor
Department of Occupational Therapy
NYU Langone Health, Rusk Rehabilitation
University of New England
Susan Maltser, DO
Vice-Chair and Associate Professor
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
Chair and Medical Director
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Glen Cove Hospital
Director, Cancer Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation Service Line
Northwell Health
Karen Wonders, PhD, FACSM
Founder & CEO
Maple Tree Cancer Alliance
NYU Langone Health Speakers
Amanda Bontempo MS, RD, CSO, CDN
Board Certified Oncology Dietitian/Nutritionist
Program Manager—Survivorship & Wellness
Perlmutter Cancer Center at NYU Langone Health
An NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center
Marleen Meyers, MD
Clinical Associate Professor, Medicine
NYU Grossman School of Medicine
Director, Perlmutter Cancer Center Survivorship Program
Heather Milton, MS, RCEP, CSCS
Supervisor, Exercise Physiology
Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Health
Mia Palazzo, PT, DPT
Board-Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist Emeritus
Associate Director of Physical Therapy
Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Health
Amanda Palmeri, PT, DPT
Clinical Specialist, Outpatient Physical Therapy
Board-Certified Women’s Health Clinical Specialist
Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Health
Ambulatory Care Center
Sofiya Prilik, MD
Clinical Instructor, Rehabilitation Medicine
NYU Grossman School of Medicine
Clinical Director, Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Health
Jonas Sokolof, DO, CAQSM
Clinical Associate Professor
NYU Grossman School of Medicine
Director, Oncological Rehabilitation
Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Health
Jonathan Whiteson, MD, FAAPMR
Associate Professor, Rehabilitation Medicine & Medicine
NYU Grossman School of Medicine
NYU Langone Health, Rusk Rehabilitation
Vice Chair, Clinical Operations
Medical Director, Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Program Coordinator
Krystal Pearce, MBA
Senior Program Coordinator
Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Health
Email: Krystal.Pearce@nyulangone.org
Accreditation & Credit Designation
Occupational Therapy Credit
This course is approved for a maximum of 7.0 occupational therapy contact hours (0.7 CEUs). The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
For Occupational Therapy Credit: You must watch all four recordings, complete the Course Evaluation Survey, as well as pass the OT Credit Post-Test to receive your certificate!
Level: Introductory
Physical Therapy Credit
NYU Langone Health is a New York State Education Department approved provider for physical therapy and physical therapy assistant continuing education. This course is approved for a maximum of 7.0 physical therapy/physical therapy assistant contact hours (0.7 CEUs). The following states require continuing education units with no state-specific approval: CT, IA, ID, MO, ND, and WA.
For Physical Therapy Credit: You must watch all four recordings, complete the Course Evaluation Survey, as well as pass the PT Credit Post-Test to receive your certificate!
This on-demand course does not offer CME credit.
Refund Policy
In order to request a refund you must email Krystal.Pearce@nyulangone.org.