Cancer patients in the Bass Coast will benefit from an advanced training program to be undertaken by a senior Physiotherapist at Bass Coast Health.
Michelle McMahon will complete the EX-MED cancer training program, with support from the Gippsland Regional Integrated Cancer Service.
The program provides training in delivering safe and effective exercise for people with cancer, and complements Michelle’s role as a Physiotherapist and Lymphoedema Practitioner, and her passion for Oncology/Cancer care.
“The evidence for integrating exercise into all phases of cancer, pre-treatment through to palliation, is overwhelming and is recommended as part of evidence-based treatment for all people experiencing cancer,” Michelle said.
“Bass Coast Health has an amazing Oncology team which supports our community with cancer care, and having the opportunity to improve skills and knowledge to complement this is terrific.”