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As we continue to work to protect our community from COVID-19, many of the groups and classes may be on hiatus for in-person meetings during this time. We will update the website and calendar when these sessions resume.
The Ochsner Cancer Institute provides a cancer care team and support services for patients who are undergoing cancer treatment. Ochsner believes in providing the highest quality experience while treating each patient by offering a wide range of services including oncology support groups, an onsite dietician, Psychosocial Oncologist and oncology social workers. Healing Yoga classes are offered to patients.
Ochsner offers multiple FREE classes and support groups for patients and their families before, during and after chemotherapy.
For more information on dates and times, click here.
Registration is required. Recommended for patients who will be receiving chemotherapy as part of their treatment plan. The class includes a small group of patients and covers topics such as:
Each patient should attend one session. Feel free to bring a family member or a friend.
This class is open to all cancer survivors, men & women.
Meditation classes are held Thursdays, 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. at The Gayle and Tom Benson Cancer Center, 1515 River Road., 3rd Floor Multipurpose Room (Room 3M705), Jefferson, LA 70121.
Please contact Lacy Mills at 504-842-3910 for more information or to sign up for a 5-week course.
Maintaining good nutrition throughout cancer treatment can be very challenging. Eating the right foods during and after treatment can help you feel better and stay stronger. Nutrition for Cancer Survivors meets periodically throughout the year.
View our online calendar for upcoming live cooking demonstrations and details!
Yoga Classes can help relax your mind and center your thoughts. They can also help you maintain flexibility and may help you cope with symptoms from cancer and chemotherapy. No prior yoga experience necessary.
View our online calendar for upcoming classes.
Click here for class information.
Registration is not required.
Registration is required. For ages 45 and under.
Cancer Support Groups offer physician, oncology social worker and dietician speakers that will address an array of topics, followed by an open group discussion. Presentations are designed to support the patient with topics such as sexuality and cancer, lymphedema, meditation & relaxation techniques, nutrition, massage, social security disability benefit and much more. Support groups are designed to be informational and empowering for both the survivor and their caregivers.
View our online calendar for upcoming classes
Registration is not required.
This support group is focused on patients in all stages of their
diagnosis and treatment. We welcome patients and their families to these
informative sessions!
View our online calendar for upcoming meetings.
Call 1-866-624-7637 or visit MyOchsner to schedule an appointment.
Routine cancer screenings can help diagnose conditions early, when they are easier to treat. Regular visits with your physician are an important way to stay healthy throughout your life.
For over 80 years, Ochsner has been dedicated to cancer research and new cancer treatment development, bringing innovations to the fight against cancer—including more clinical trials than anywhere else in the region. Join Dr. Jonathan Mizrahi as we talk to healthcare experts each episode about what you need to know should you or a loved one receive a cancer diagnosis. Lookout for new episodes of the All In Against Cancer Podcast, powered by the Ochsner Cancer Institute.
Over 700 clinical trials are being conducted at Ochsner.
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