A Collaborative Approach to Cancer Survivorship and Mental Health

This panel discussion focuses on collaborative approaches to cancer survivorship and mental health, featuring a diverse panel including a cancer survivor, oncologist, GP, clinical psychologist, and psychiatrist. The discussion highlights the challenges survivors face, such as limited access to supportive care, the fear of recurrence, and the impact on family members. Panelists emphasize the need for better care coordination, the implementation of survivorship care plans, and the importance of addressing both the physical and psychological needs of survivors. They also explore strategies for collaborative care, including mindfulness-based approaches, cognitive behavioral therapy, and empowering patients to actively participate in their healthcare. The conversation underscores the importance of system-wide changes to integrate supportive care into holistic cancer treatment and the need for healthcare professionals to be more aware and proactive in addressing the holistic needs of cancer survivors.