In the world of oncology, much of the attention is directed toward the physical battle against cancer, often overlooking the emotional and psychological toll that the disease imposes on both patients and their families. Dr. Wendy Garvin Mayo, a seasoned oncology Nurse Practitioner and mental health advocate, has taken bold steps to address this gap by emphasizing the importance of mental health within the oncology community.
SHAPE Your Life: A Guide for Managing Stress
In response to the mental health challenges faced by the oncology community, Dr. Mayo authored the book SHAPE Your Life: 5-Step Blueprint for Sustainable Stress Management. This book provides practical strategies for managing stress, helping individuals to take control of their mental well-being.
These techniques are used with clients at her practice, Collaborative Cancer Care, offering a practical guide for individuals looking to manage stress in sustainable ways.
Collaborative Cancer Care: Revolutionizing Cancer Treatment
Dr. Mayo’s practice, Collaborative Cancer Care, integrates mental health support as a core component of the cancer care experience. With a vision to provide compassionate, holistic care, the practice acknowledges that cancer impacts not just the body but the mind and spirit as well.
By combining traditional oncology treatments with mental health services, Collaborative Cancer Care offers patients and their families a more comprehensive approach to healing. Dr. Mayo’s experience in oncology has given her a firsthand understanding of how stress, anxiety, and depression can affect recovery and overall quality of life.
A Call for Prioritizing Mental Health in Cancer Care
Dr. Wendy Garvin Mayo stresses the need to prioritize mental health in cancer care. She notes that while advances in cancer treatments have improved physical health outcomes, mental health is often neglected in patients and families impacted by cancer. Her mission is to ensure that emotional and psychological well-being is no longer overlooked in the cancer journey.
“We need the nation to understand the importance of addressing mental health within the oncology community. Mental health must become a priority for patients and families impacted by cancer,” Dr. Mayo stated.
A Vision for the Future of Cancer Care
Dr. Wendy Garvin Mayo’s vision is to redefine cancer care by ensuring that mental health is given the attention it deserves. Through Collaborative Cancer Care, she hopes to revolutionize how patients and their families experience cancer treatment by integrating mental health support into every step of their journey.
For partnerships, Collaborative Cancer Care is open to working with advocacy groups, healthcare institutions, and pharmaceutical companies to further the mission of comprehensive cancer care that prioritizes both the body and mind.
By emphasizing mental health in cancer treatment, Dr. Wendy Garvin Mayo is changing the way the oncology community views and addresses the emotional well-being of those impacted by cancer, offering hope and healing to patients and families across the nation.
About Dr. Wendy Garvin Mayo
Dr. Wendy Garvin Mayo, DNP, APRN, is an experienced healthcare leader, mental health advocate, and CEO of Collaborative Cancer Care. With over 20 years in the field, she is dedicated to transforming cancer care by prioritizing mental health for patients, families, and oncology professionals.
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