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Rehabilitation Oncology - Physiatry

The Alberta Cancer Physiatry Program offers comprehensive care aimed at assessing, diagnosing, and treating cancer-related side effects to enhance patients' function and quality of life.

Our team of physiatrists - specialist physicians trained in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (Physiatry) - work to identify and address rehabilitation needs early, whether they arise from cancer itself or its treatments such as surgery, radiation therapy, transplant, and all systemic therapy. By focusing on the whole person, not just specific symptoms, our physiatrists tailor care to restore or optimize functional outcomes. We support patients throughout their cancer journey, from diagnosis and treatment to survivorship or palliative care, to maximize independence and well-being.

Contact Details

Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre

Address
3395 Hospital Drive NW
Calgary, Alberta
T2N 5G2
Telephone
587- 231-5701
Fax
403-355-9734
Getting There

The closest parking option is located in the underground parking lot of the Arthur Child, directly off of Hospital Drive. 

Hours of Operation
Days of the Week

Monday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tuesday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wednesday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thursday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Friday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Access
Service Providers May Include
occupational therapists (OTs), physiatrists, physiotherapists, speech language therapists
Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

  • 18 years old and over
  • referral must be related to the underlying cancer diagnosis and/or prior treatment
  • requires specialty outpatient oncology rehabilitation for a diagnosis, impairment and / or functional limitation related to their cancer or cancer treatment
  • patient has goals that are appropriate for an outpatient, community-based rehabilitation program
  • motivated to participate in an active rehabilitation program
  • has access to appropriate transportation to and from appointments

Exclusion Criteria:

  • non-cancer-related functional impairments and functional limitations
  • non-cancer-related lymphedema and primary lymphedema
  • Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) and Return to Work Assessments
  • future Cost of Care Assessment
  • power wheelchair and scooter assessments by Occupational Therapy
Service Access

Healthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information.


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Physical medicine and rehabilitation, cancer physiatry, cancer physical medicine and rehabilitation, cancer rehabilitation, oncology physiatry, phys med rehab, physiatrists, rehab medicine, rehab onc