Patients who have been treated for breast cancer often experience long term side effects with limited options for alleviating their symptoms. In this 3-hour online lecture, participants will learn assessment and treatment approaches to help manage commonly seen long term effects associated with breast cancer treatment. An overview of conventional medical interventions and strategies for working alongside your patient’s medical team will also be presented.
Wednesday November 13 6:00pm-9:00pm EST
Online Only
3 NCCAOM PDAs pending
Katherine Taromina, LAc. has been working with adults and children during and after their cancer therapy in private practice and in a hospital setting for 25 years. She is an Oncology and Research Acupuncturist at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center and also serves as the Academic Dean and faculty for the Seattle Institute of East Asian Medicine. Kathy is a long-time educator, deeply committed to helping acupuncturists learn about the unique considerations and best practices for safe and effective care for cancer patients and survivors. Her research and interests are in studies that will contribute to expanded access for patients to utilize East Asian medicine during all phases of cancer treatment and survivorship. Outside of work, she enjoys practicing internal martial arts and spending time with friends and family.