Addressing a Patient's Medical History in the Presence of Cancer

Working with clients affected by cancer requires more than just technical skill. It demands empathy, insight, and a deep understanding of their medical journey. This short course empowers therapists to take comprehensive, respectful, and clinically relevant medical histories that inform safe, individualised treatment planning.

Led by an experienced lymphoedema therapist, you'll explore cancer types, common challenges patients face, and the therapist's pivotal role in supporting recovery and wellbeing. You’ll gain practical strategies for building trust while collecting essential information and learn how to interpret cancer diagnoses and treatment pathways to better guide your clinical decisions.

We’ll cover red flags and risk factors that require caution or referral, and you'll discover how to ask the right questions, with professionalism and sensitivity, so clients feel supported and understood. The course also breaks down the key components of an effective medical history form and highlights the importance of a safe and compassionate communication environment.

In this webinar, you’ll learn:

• Understanding cancer and its impact
• Importance of a comprehensive health history
• Elements of a comprehensive health history
• Discuss red flags and warning signs
• Understanding the relevance why certain cancer-related information is important
• Effective communication
• Resources to expand your knowledge