TheOncoPT Podcast

Send us Fan Mail We're back with our #4 top episode of TheOncoPT Podcast 2025! 🎉⬇️ What sets a good oncology PT apart from a great one?  Becoming a specialist in OncoPT doesn’t just elevate your clinical skills—it transforms how you advocate for patients, opens new career opportunities , and positions you as a leader in this growing field.  And one of the most powerful ways to showcase your...

Send us Fan Mail We’re starting our Top 5 Episodes of 2025 with an interview that showed up in your downloads all year long. It’s earned the #5 spot, and today we’re bringing it back for another listen. Enjoy!  Too often, people living with and beyond cancer are sidelined from fitness—not because they can’t exercise, but because programs aren’t designed with their unique needs in mind.  In this ep...

Send us Fan Mail Day 2 of TCRCC2025 wrapped this year’s conference with power, purpose, and so many mic-drop moments you’ll want to revisit again and again. In this episode, we’re digging into standout Day 2 clips—from clinical insights to career perspective shifts—and unpacking the themes that had our chat buzzing all day long. I’ll share what these sessions mean for the future of cancer rehab an...

Send us Fan Mail Day 1 of The Cancer Rehab Community Conference 2025 did not come to play. In this episode, I’m walking you through some of the biggest takeaways, mindset shifts, and “I needed to hear that” moments from our Day 1 speakers. You’ll hear select clips straight from the sessions and my behind-the-scenes reflections on why these messages matter for cancer rehab right now. Whether you we...

Send us Fan Mail If you feel like “having it all” in cancer rehab is a pipe dream, LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE NOW. This October, I visited The Cancer Survivorship Center in Amarillo, Texas - and I was not prepared for the AMAZINGNESS of this community-based cancer organization. In short, The Cancer Survivorship Center serves as a great example of accessible, equitable cancer survivorship in action.  W...

Send us Fan Mail The Cancer Rehab Community Conference 2025 kicks off this Friday ! And if it’s your first time attending, this episode is your insider guide to everything you need to know before we begin. I walk you through what makes TCRCC unlike any other conference — from its all-virtual, interactive format to the brand-new networking and community engagement features launching this year. You’...

Send us Fan Mail Lymphedema care has come a long way—but we still have work to do. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Mary Calys , Senior Clinical Specialist at Tactile Medical and a seasoned expert in cancer rehab and lymphedema management. Mary dives into how lymphedema care has evolved over the years (including a SHOCKING anecdote from her first lymphedema experience ), what’s still holding pati...

Send us Fan Mail What happens to your cancer rehab program when you’re not there ? In this episode, Dr. Karyn Jarrett dives into about one of the biggest challenges in oncology rehab right now: how to build programs that last beyond a single clinician. Dr. Jarrett shares how she’s using implementation strategies to make cancer rehab sustainable, so that it’s not dependent on one champion but built...

Send us Fan Mail In this #TCRCC2025 preview episode, I’m joined by Dr. Kelly Martin , a rising leader in helping cancer survivors get back in the game literally .  Return to sport after cancer is an area that doesn’t get enough attention in oncology rehab, but it matters -- not just for competitive athletes, but for any person ready to reclaim meaningful movement after a cancer diagnosis. Kelly is...

Send us Fan Mail Sometimes the best connections happen completely by chance. Case in point: at a recent gala, I just happened to sit next to another physical therapist – and what started as casual small talk turned into one of the best, most energizing conversations of the night. It was the perfect reminder that magic happens when you’re in the room where it happens. These kinds of unplanned, real...

Send us Fan Mail In cancer rehab, saying “I don’t know” can feel uncomfortable… BUT it can also be a powerful tool when paired with the right communication strategies .  In this TCRCC2025 preview episode, Dr. Alex Eilers shares how to navigate uncertainty with patients, build trust , and elevate your practice even when answers aren’t clear.   Get a sneak peek of her session, “Navigating Uncertaint...

Send us Fan Mail Social determinants of health can make or break a patient’s ability to access and benefit from oncology rehab. In this episode, Dr. Alexandra Hill, PT, shares how factors like transportation, income, geography, and health literacy impact cancer care — and what clinicians can actually do to reduce disparities in their communities. This conversation is a preview of Dr. Hill’s upcomi...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever gotten a piece of feedback that left you second-guessing yourself? We’ve all had those moments when someone’s comment or “helpful advice” sticks with us — and not in a good way. Sometimes it’s a coworker, a supervisor, or even a family member, and before we know it, we’re questioning our decisions and our worth. In this episode, we’re breaking down the two kinds of f...

Send us Fan Mail You’ve been studying for what feels like forever . But if you’re being honest… you’re still not sure if you’re ready. Are you actually retaining what you’ve studied? Or will everything vanish the second you sit down for the exam? Enter TheOncoPT YouTube Mini-Exams . These bite-sized, visual practice exams will transform the way you study. In just a few minutes, you’ll stop second-...

Send us Fan Mail You’ve been staring at your ABPTS case report, knowing you need to finish it… …Your deadline brain says “September 30,” …WHEN IN REALITY, you need to be done by September 19 if you want to submit stress-free. This episode is your roadmap to getting it done without losing your mind . I’m sharing the 3 mistakes PTs make every year that cost them weeks of frustration ( and sometimes...

Send us Fan Mail Compression bras are so much more than just post-op garments — they’re critical tools for patient comfort, healing, and confidence.  In this episode, Kayla Broderick (@PrairieWear) shares the design and development process behind the updated Hugger line-up, while Dr. Kelly Sturm (@CancerRehabPT) brings the clinician perspective on fit, function, and patient care.  Together, we dig...

Send us Fan Mail Got corrections on your ABPTS case report? Step #1 is DON’T PANIC. Corrections are common and totally fixable . Corrections don’t mean you failed your case report - they are your chance to strengthen your case report and better show off your clinical reasoning. In this episode, I walk you through exactly how to read your feedback, make the right changes, and resubmit with confiden...

Send us Fan Mail The countdown is on!  The Cancer Rehab Community Conference 2025 (#TCRCC2025) is happening virtually November 7–8, 2025 , and you don’t want to miss it. We’re going behind the scenes on the AMAZING sessions by the incredible speaker lineup, plus all the juicy deets of #TCRCC2025. And yes, #TCRCC2025 is approved for both PT & OT CEUs! Listen now to get a preview, plus how to sa...

Send us Fan Mail Breast cancer treatment changes so much more than what’s visible on the outside—it can impact how you see yourself, your body, and your identity. In this powerful interview, I’m joined by Tara Williamson, founder of Pink Ink Tattoo and breast cancer survivor, to talk about the often-overlooked side of healing: aesthetic recovery. We’re diving into how tattooing can help patients r...

Send us Fan Mail ⚠️ Quick note: Sorry for the audio quality in this episode — we’ve been having tremendous recording issues! Thanks for sticking with us. 💜 Just like it’s when —not if —you’ll treat someone with cancer, it’s when you’ll hit bumps in your exam prep, not if . In this episode, I share why now , not later, is the best time to begin studying for your Oncology Specialty Certification Ex...

Send us Fan Mail { Listen to Part 1 of my interview with Dr. Kelly Martin, PT, CLT here } Dr. Kelly Martin, PT, CLT is back for part 2 of her honest debrief on becoming a Certified Lymphedema Therapist and what it means to truly step into your role as a CLT. From gaining the depth of education that changes how you communicate with patients, to confidently admitting when you're still learning—...

Send us Fan Mail Becoming a Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) is more than just getting extra letters behind your name—it’s about addressing one of the biggest care gaps in oncology rehab. In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, Dr. Kelly Martin, PT, CLT, shares a behind-the-scenes look at her recent CLT training: what she learned, what surprised her, and how it transformed the way she treats...

Send us Fan Mail P.S. Start with last week’s episode before diving into this one! 🎧  Rejection sucks — and if you’ve been in cancer rehab longer than a day, you’ve probably felt it more than once.  Whether it’s a denied abstract, a grant that didn’t go through, or a mentorship request that went nowhere… it stings. In this episode, we’re unpacking what professional rejection really means (and what...

Send us Fan Mail You hit “submit” on your conference proposal—and then… radio silence. What actually happens next? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what happens on the inside after you submit a proposal to present at a conference.  We’re talking about the real reasons even strong proposals get rejected, what reviewers are looking for, and how to set yourself up for success (and sta...

Send us Fan Mail In case you missed it , the most important cancer rehab research since the PAL trial debuted at ASCO 2025 . Today on the podcast, I’m joined by Scott Capozza, PT, who recently attended and presented at ASCO 2025. Scott breaks down what ASCO is, how it compares to APTA CSM, and why oncology rehab professionals need to be paying attention. We dive into some of the key themes from th...