Date: Wednesday 22 July 2026
Time: 7.00-8.15pm
Where: Online via Zoom
Overview
Members of our multidisciplinary team will discuss the science and rationale for exercise oncology and the psychological impact of cancer survivorship including:
- The physiological benefits of targeted physical activity.
- The role of aerobic and resistance exercise for cancer related fatigue, bone density health and mitigating neuropathic pain.
- The data that regular exercise can significantly reduce the risk of cancer recurrence and mortality.
- The psychological impact of diagnosis and treatment.
- Recognising resilience and vulnerability across the cancer journey.
- Supporting patients through uncertainty: integrating information, emotional processing and ongoing therapeutic care.
Case studies will be used for context.
Speakers
Dr Jane Crowe, Prostate Cancer GP (Moderator)
Mr Max Rutherford, Registered Psychologist
Ms Molly Lowther, Accredited Exercise Physiologist (specialising in exercise oncology)
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Explain the benefits of an individualised exercise prescription for patients with cancer before, during and after cancer treatment.
- Identify cancer-related anxiety and depression and refer where appropriate.
RACGP
One CPD Educational Activity hour.
Registration
Click here to register online for this virtual event. Please provide the following information:
- First name and last name.
- Practice name, suburb and postcode.
- Email address (to which your individual Zoom link to join the meeting will be sent).
- RACGP number (if applicable).
- Occupation.
Event flyer
Click here to download event flyer.
Enquiries
Grace Linehan, Medical Liaison Officer
T: 0400 976 196
E: [email protected]
