Wellness Program
| Wellness Program:A new level of support for the journey with cancer. well·ness–noun 1. the quality or state of being healthy in body and mind, esp. as the result of deliberate effort. 2. an approach to healthcare that emphasizes preventing illness and prolonging life.
At Kansas City Cancer Center, wellness is part of our everyday treatment and protocol. Research shows that wellness strategies are effective in combating commonly reported side effects like nausea, depression, anxiety, fatigue and weight gain. Your journey at Kansas City Cancer Center incorporates a focus on wellness from day one, helping you regain strength of body and mind with the support of a Wellness Coordinator, a Registered Dietitian, and a staff dedicated to integrating wellness strategies into your care and treatment. Three Tactics, One Appoach Beyond treating cancer, the staff at KCCC is trained to care for patient needs that extend beyond disease and treatment. Our goal is to treat the whole person, not just the cancer. We know that an active lifestyle, healthy eating and attention to emotional wellbeing not only make everyone feel better; they can also improve the chances of survivorship and assist in coping with side effects. Our 3-Point Wellness Program is comprised of three essential elements: Nutrition, Mind/Body and Physical. Each is important to a patient’s physical and mental wellbeing during and after treatment. For more information on Kansas City Cancer Center’s Wellness Program, please contact Sami Papacek at spapacek@kumc.edu or 913-577-5834 or a member of your KCCC care team. Breathing New Life Into Cancer Care Our focus on wellness is multi-dimensional and personally tailored to each patient’s needs and treatment course. Here are just a few of the types of programs we provide at Kansas City Cancer Center on a regular basis.
Your Wellness Team
Sami Papacek Sami Papacek is the Wellness Coordinator for Kansas City Cancer Center, developing onsite wellness programs for patients, caregivers and families to educate, empower and enhance their cancer journey. She has worked in oncology since 2004, focusing on prevention and survivorship. Sami is a certified cancer exercise specialist, personal trainer and wellness educator with more than 14 years in the fitness field.
Keri Layton is a Registered Dietitian, licensed in both Missouri and Kansas. A native of Oklahoma, Keri obtained both her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees at Oklahoma State University. She has more than 4 years of clinical experience in the field of dietetics, including working with nutrition support and providing counseling to patients in various disease states. She is currently working toward obtaining her Certified Specialist in Oncology certification. |
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