Supportive Care and Healthy Living

Oncology Nutrition and Dietetics

Oncology nutrition and dietetics is a specialised field that aims to assess the nutritional needs of cancer patients and provide optimal nutrition during treatment. Cancer treatment can negatively affect patients' nutritional status and cause nutritional problems. Therefore, oncology nutrition and dietetics develops strategies to meet patients' nutritional requirements, prevent weight loss, increase energy and nutrient intake, support the immune system and manage side effects.

Our oncology nutrition and dietetics specialists create personalised nutrition plans taking into account individual needs and response to cancer treatment. These plans may cover weight control, energy and protein intake, management of digestive problems, nutritional supplements and fluid intake. Dietary recommendations may also be provided to reduce or manage side effects specific to cancer treatment. Besides supporting patients' overall health, this can also improve treatment outcomes. Proper nutrition can strengthen the body's defence mechanisms, reduce the risk of infection, and improve treatment adherence and quality of life. Nutrition and dietetics specialists also guide patients in choosing nutrient-rich foods, increasing fluid intake, exercising and developing healthy lifestyle habits.

Oncology nutrition and dietetics is a field that requires a multidisciplinary approach. Nutrition specialists collaborate with oncologists, nurses and other healthcare professionals to best meet patients' individual needs. In this way, cancer patients can support their bodies through nutrition and achieve a better quality of life during treatment.

Psycho-oncology

Psycho-oncology is a field that assesses and supports the psychological needs of cancer patients and people living with cancer. Cancer diagnosis and treatment can have an intense physical, emotional and social impact on patients. Psycho-oncologists work to increase patients' emotional and psychological adjustment, support them in coping with stress and improve their quality of life during this process.

Psycho-oncologists use various therapeutic methods to understand patients' emotional reactions to cancer and help them cope with these reactions. Through individual therapy, group therapy or support groups, patients can share their emotional burden, express their concerns and receive psychological support.

In addition, psycho-oncologists provide psychological support to patients during decision-making and when evaluating treatment options. They guide patients on treatment adherence, stress management, communication skills and lifestyle changes.

Psycho-oncology is a field that requires a multidisciplinary approach. It aims to provide complete care by collaborating with oncologists, nurses, social workers and other healthcare professionals. In this way, cancer patients can achieve a better quality of life by being supported both physically and psychologically.

Oncology Physiotherapy

We have units providing physiotherapy and rehabilitation from cancer diagnosis through life after cancer and palliative care. Oncology physiotherapy is a branch of physiotherapy applied to improve the physical function of cancer patients, enhance their quality of life and combat side effects during treatment. Cancer treatment may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy, and these treatments can cause various side effects in the body.

Oncology physiotherapy is part of a multidisciplinary approach within cancer treatment. Physiotherapists assess the individual needs of cancer patients and design personalised treatment plans. These plans may include various exercises, therapies and methods to help patients regain physical function, reduce pain, increase muscle strength, improve mobility and raise energy levels.