Podcast Episode
Oncology Unscripted: Guiding Patients through Cancer Treatment
Nursing Excellence in Cancer Care - Cancer Nurses Society of Australia Podcast··15 December 2025·34 min

About this episode
In Episode 22, we explore the importance of communication with individuals living with cancer. Lisa Sheeran, a Breast Cancer Clinical Nurse Consultant, and Maria Ftanou, the Director of the Psychosocial Oncology Unit at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre in Melbourne, discuss "Oncology Unscripted: Guiding Patients through Cancer Treatment." They share best-practice examples for helping patients navigate their diagnosis whilst dealing with the complex and diverse emotions that arise during their diagnosis and treatment.