Lectures & Workshops

Written by Dr. Gabrielle Wolk, PsyD, Clinical Associate On April 25th the Cancer Wellness Center featured a panel discussion on Psychedelics and Cancer, which I had the immense honor of moderating. The panel included Dr. Mendoza -Temple, the …

Last year, during the early phase of the coronavirus pandemic, hospitals across the nation saw a sharp decrease in recommended cancer screenings and surveillance*. Many people delayed their regular doctor visits in effort to reduce the potential …

Last month, at our June CWC Staff Chat, we had the opportunity to talk to Julie Grandolfo from JourneyCare. Our Clinical Manager, Priscilla Andrews, MA, LCPC, and Julie discussed the differences between palliative and hospice care and the ways …

Written by Nancy Bulzoni, CWC Executive Director I am a planner by nature.  However, there remain a few things where procrastination still rules.  For me, one of those areas is a comprehensive long term estate plan. This can include …

Written by Gina Baldacci, LCSW Navigating the healthcare system and all that it entails can certainly feel (and be) overwhelming after receiving a cancer diagnosis. However, know that you are not alone in this process. In addition to your …

This week, the Cancer Wellness Center partnered with Leukemia Research Foundation to offer our participants a Q&A on Blood Cancers. Dr. Jayesh Mehta, from Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Robert H Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center, answered …

Written By: Priscilla Andrews Finishing treatment is a much-anticipated event that is normally accompanied by a period of adjustments, which are typically physical, mental and/or emotional in nature. Unfortunately, during this time of transition, …