Guides to integrative care during and after cancer
Each guide explains what a kind of practitioner does, how to check their training or license, and what to ask before a first visit. They are general information, not medical advice.
For people in or after cancer treatment
How to find and check a practitioner anywhere in the US, what their credentials mean, and what to ask before a first visit. Talk with your oncology team before starting anything new.
- Finding an oncology nutritionist or dietitian
What RDN and CSO mean, where to search in any state, and questions to ask.
- Oncology massage
What it is, how to check a massage therapist's license, and what to tell them.
- Lymphedema massage after cancer
When to call your doctor first, and how to check a lymphedema therapist's training.
- Exercise oncology
Who runs cancer exercise programs, how to check a credential, and where to look.
Illinois
State-specific guides, including how to check an Illinois license.
- Finding an oncology dietitian in Illinois
Credentials, the Illinois license lookup, and questions for a first visit.
- Finding an acupuncturist during cancer care in Illinois
Checking a license, what to tell them, and questions to ask.
- Finding an oncology massage therapist in Illinois
Checking a license and the questions to ask first.
For practitioners
Practical guides for licensed practitioners who work with people in cancer care.
- Becoming an oncology massage therapist
How training works, the Society for Oncology Massage (S4OM) directory, and questions to ask a course.
- Superbill template for out-of-network practitioners
A free printable template, what each field is for, and common reasons one is sent back.
Why these kinds of care? See what the published guidelines say. Are you a practitioner? See how listing works.