Cancer Survivorship Services

Survivorship refers to activities that boost your quality of life after your cancer treatment is complete. At UCI Health, our qualified health professionals help you uplift your social, spiritual, emotional and physical wellbeing.

Our approach to cancer survivorship services

Life is different after cancer. The truth is, after you stop coming in for cancer treatments, adverse physical reactions can pop up, sometimes even years later. But whether it’s managing pain, remembering to eat whole foods or overcoming depression, we can help. 

How we get started

If your cancer treatments are complete, your oncologist or healthcare provider will refer you to your program.

During a comprehensive and holistic interview, we’ll ask how you’re feeling now that you’re finished. Please share any concerns about your mood, social relationships, physical symptoms or spiritual questions. 

We may recommend: 

• Additional health and cancer screenings
• Bone density management
• Colon cancer screening
• Optimal weight and dietary management
• Medication prescriptions to manage treatment side effects

Who we work with

Depending on what you need, we may refer you to these specialists:

• Social workers 
• Psychiatrists 
• Nutritionists  
• Spiritual counselors

Also, we work collaboratively with the Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute, which is part of UCI Health. 

They provide:

• Acupuncture for improved cellular immunity
• Myofascial release for better blood and oxygen flow
• Massage for decreased stiffness or joint inflammation
• Mind-body techniques to improve emotional resilience
• Exercise and nutrition tips to boost your energy

Why choose UCI Health for cancer survivorship services?

Peer-reviewed, randomized studies show that patients who receive supportive follow-up care report higher rates of well-being

Facing a cancer diagnosis and undergoing a treatment journey is inherently stressful. And patients have a tendency to underreport their challenging symptoms. Don’t suffer in silence—make an after-care plan to relieve stress and manage side effects rather than leave it to chance.

That’s why we created this program.

Engaging with our survivorship program lowers rates of cancer recurrence. Receive cancer screenings and holistic care that supports your social, emotional and physical well-being. Ask your UCI Health oncologist or healthcare provider to give you a referral

Keep your mood elevated and your body calm with regular classes

As a UCI Health patient, we offer classes to support your long-term cancer recovery. Our Healthy Living series provides mutual support and empowers you to take charge of your health and life. Call 714-456-7514 for details.

Tai Chi for Balance and Strength Training classes strengthen your whole system, help prevent falls and even reduce stress. For more information, call 714-456-7417. 

The UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center is affiliated with the UCI School of Medicine — we learn and we teach

Our survivorship program is part of the UCI Health Chao Comprehensive Cancer Center. Our close affiliation with the medical school gives you the expertise of an esteemed scientific community. We are internationally renowned for our work in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer.