DIEP Flap is one of the most popular reconstruction approaches for patients after breast cancer surgery. However, access to DIEP Flap reconstruction is actively being threatened for our patients. CMS is working to phase out individual flap reconstruction procedure codes. This means that surgeons will only be compensated at the TRAM (transverse rectus abdominis myocutaneous) …
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As we discussed previously in Ep. 244, case reports are one of the most important ways we can advance cancer rehab. By sharing your knowledge & experience, you’re helping other PTs & cancer rehab professionals better treat their own patients with cancer. Now I know what you’re probably thinking right now: “Elise, my ABPTS case …
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I’m not going to lie: I had major FOMO this year with APTA CSM. Seeing all the amazing photos & videos on social media made me like I really missed out. So I was really excited to attend the Cowtown Oncology Nursing Symposium again here in Fort Worth. Cowtown ONS is a 2-day community-based conference …
To my immense shock, I’ve been an OncoPT for almost 5 years. Yea, this May marks my 5 year anniversary since graduating from PT school. After almost 5 years of practicing, stumbling, researching, & now teaching, I’ve learned some pretty powerful lessons that I think every new OncoPT must learn to have a successful career. …