Weight gain is a common side effect of breast cancer and its treatment. Up to 60 percent of survivors gain weight. Some of the causes are:
Women who maintain a healthy weight are more likely to live cancer-free, long after diagnosis. This is why losing excess weight and maintaining a healthy weight are so important.
The Breast Cancer Survivorship Center has a registered dietitian who specializes in cancer prevention and survivorship, as well as a clinical health psychologist with expertise in behavioral and lifestyle change. They are available to help patients develop a healthy lifestyle. This includes an initial visit and follow-up appointments.
We also offer a six-month energy balance program for women interested in losing weight in a group setting. The groups are comprised of 10-15 breast cancer survivors. Patients interested in participating in one of our clinical weight loss studies should review our research opportunities.
To make an appointment:
913.588.7715 800.332.6048 toll free
Referring physicians:
Medical research finds ways to help people live longer, improve their quality of life and manage or cure disease. This is possible because of the people who volunteer to participate in clinical trials.