Oncology Physical Therapy

Oncology Physical Therapy Physical therapist specializing in children and adults diagnosed with cancer. Andréa Leiserowitz, PT, DPT, CLT, has specialized in oncology since 1996.

She received her board-certification in Oncologic Physical Therapy, doctorate in physical therapy, and certification in lymphedema from Klose Training and the Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy. Dr. Leiserowitz additionally serves as adjunct clinical faculty at various DPT and PT Assistant programs, and has several research, chapter and article publications pertaining to oncology rehabilitation. She teaches oncology rehabilitation nationally and internationally to various physician and nurse oncology conferences as well as directly to therapists at hospitals and clinics.

02/02/2026

OT students to the rescue! And sometimes, collaboration leads to a simple device.

01/29/2026

Appreciate that she is speaking candidly about her cancer diagnosis and that we need to improve healthcare access for everyone.

I wish I lived closer. But for those of you in Michigan, I hope you can attend. If not, we are planning a celebration fo...
01/26/2026

I wish I lived closer. But for those of you in Michigan, I hope you can attend. If not, we are planning a celebration for Cindy and Eileen at CSM next month; all are welcome to attend.

We remember and honor the extraordinary impact of Cindy Pfalzer, PT, PhD, FAPTA, FACSM on the University of Michigan-Flint Physical Therapy Department and on the physical therapy profession more broadly. Cindy touched the lives of countless students, faculty, and staff, and her legacy continues through the many people she mentored and inspired.

Cindy’s family is planning an evening event to Celebrate her life on Tuesday, February 24 (at 6pm). Please RSVP below and Save the date.

Location:
American Legion Post 149
408 S. Saginaw St.
Holly, MI 48442

Dinner and refreshments will be provided.

For planning purposes, please RSVP using this link:
https://forms.gle/NBQRzKKZeBF2unxV9

Additional email communication will be sent with final event details.

💛

01/23/2026

Let people help you, and this lesson might be a hard one.

If you can think about “being a burden“ differently, you’ll see that often, by allowing others to help, you’re giving them a chance to feel “useful” and therefore experience less burdensome worry. On the other hand though, when you’re in a crisis, you might not have the bandwidth to manage other people’s feelings.

It’s a common conundrum. Anyone relate?

https://www.npr.org/2026/01/20/nx-s1-5683170/let-them-the-small-bit-of-advice-that-made-a-big-difference-to-a-grieving-widow

01/19/2026

A new randomized clinical trial found that regular exercise after cancer treatment reduced recurrence and improved survival.

While the CHALLENGE trial studied colon cancer, researchers say breast cancer may respond similarly due to shared biological pathways. In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Kerry Courneya explains the science behind exercise as a potential protective tool in survivorship.

01/19/2026

Feb. 4: Beyond Cancer Speaker Series: The Impact of Cancer on Body, Mind, Emotions and Spirit 💜

This new, free speaker series aims to empower and educate those navigating the challenges of a cancer journey on a variety of topics, offering strategies, insights and practical knowledge.

February speaker: Valinda Wetmore-Russell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been a part of the YMCA Community since 1992. Val holds a deep passion and understanding regarding the impact of Cancer on Mental Health and the body. Val provides ongoing education and mental health education and support with the Oregon Cancer Foundation, with a specific focus on PTSD/CPTSD and Cancer.

Who: Anyone at any point in their cancer journey
📆 When: Wednesday, Feb. 4
⏰ Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
📍 Where: Eugene Family YMCA, Kalapuya Community Room
Cost: Free, registration required

🔗 Register for free at tinyurl.com/32ju36wk.

Dementia is a term used for a variety of brain disorders. This NYT article unpacks what we currently know. I’m linking a...
01/18/2026

Dementia is a term used for a variety of brain disorders.

This NYT article unpacks what we currently know. I’m linking a gift article so anyone can read it without a paywall.

And, a reminder that how you eat, exercise, sleep and avoid harmful habits (smoking, alcohol, etc) helps the brain to function.

Here’s what to know about the other main types and how they affect the brain.

01/15/2026
This isn’t exactly new news, but more evidence and a good reminder of what to eliminate.And of course, vegetables are to...
01/13/2026

This isn’t exactly new news, but more evidence and a good reminder of what to eliminate.

And of course, vegetables are totally fine for breakfast! Add them into eggs, eat a salad, make avocado and onion toast, crunch on some fresh vegetables or have a side of roasted vegetables, yum!

Our regional cancer center, Fred Hutch, is launching a new, exciting initiative to improve health!l
01/10/2026

Our regional cancer center, Fred Hutch, is launching a new, exciting initiative to improve health!l

Seattle — Jan. 8, 2026 — Fred Hutch Cancer Center researchers have science-informed advice to help people improve their health in the new year. From trending topics to tried-and-true guidance, Fred Hutch is a leader in cancer prevention and wellness. Below are Fred Hutch researchers, nutritionis...

01/07/2026

The YMCA's Diabetes Prevention Program, part of the CDC-led National Diabetes Prevention Program, is a year-long program consisting of 26 classroom sessions delivered over the course of one year. A trained Lifestyle Coach helps participants learn strategies for healthy eating, physical activity, and other lifestyle changes to help those with prediabetes understand the risks and options to learn new behaviors.

Call to register and reserve your spot 📞

2 sessions to choose from:

📆 Monday evenings, 6:15 to 7:15 p.m.
⏰ Required Orientation, Monday, Jan. 12, 6:15 to 7:15 p.m.

📆 Tuesday afternoons, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
⏰Required Orientation, Tuesday, Jan. 13, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

Take charge of your health and reduce your risk!

Learn more at tinyurl.com/jrzjxwkb

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Physical therapy for children and adults. Oncology Physical Therapy Mission Statement: 1) Cancer prevention: teach children and adults how to reduce personal cancer risk with appropriate exercise 2) Cancer survivorship: improve the health and reduce cancer/cancer treatment side effects of children and adults during and after cancer treatments 3) End of life: improve quality of life for anyone on hospice or palliative care 4) Education: provide medical education to physicians, nurses and rehab therapists about oncology rehab techniques, conduct research and publish evidence-based interventions to improve the national and international standard of care for people diagnosed with cancer. Andréa Leiserowitz, PT, DPT, CLT, graduated from the University of Michigan-Flint with her Master’s degree in Physical Therapy in 1996 and has specialized in oncology since graduation. She received her doctorate in physical therapy from the University of Montana in 2012, her certification in lymphedema in 2005 from Klose Training and a second certification in lymphedema from the Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy in 2015 and board certification in oncologic physical therapy in 2020. Andréa trained in oncology rehab at the National Institutes of Health and MD Anderson Cancer Center and opened the inpatient Seattle Cancer Care Alliance (SCCA) stem cell transplant physical therapy program at the University of Washington Medical Center in 2000. In 2003, Dr. Leiserowitz created the outpatient physical therapy department at the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance for pediatric and adult cancer patients (general oncology and stem cell) and managed the department of four PT’s. She continues as the exercise trainer for the Fred Hutchinson/YMCA Exercise & Thrive program in Seattle for cancer survivors. Her clinic, Oncology Physical Therapy, was opened in Eugene, Oregon in 2010 with the goal of providing oncology rehab services to children and adults. Dr. Leiserowitz additionally serves as adjunct clinical faculty at the University of Washington’s DPT and Lane Community College’s PT Assistant programs, teaches annually at Pacific University and George Fox University DPT programs, and has several research, chapter and article publications pertaining to oncology rehabilitation. She teaches oncology rehabilitation nationally and internationally to various physician and nurse oncology conferences as well as directly to therapists at hospitals and clinics. She is a member of the OPTA, PTWA, American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), APTA Oncology Section, APTA Palliative Care, Pediatric Oncology and Lymphedema Special Interest Groups, and volunteerd on the Oncology Section’s Workgroup Task Force to create the APTA Board Specialization in Oncologic Physical Therapy.