Effective symptom management can transform the cancer experience. As treatments advance and survival rates improve, the focus is shifting: how do we help patients not just live longer, but live better? Evidence shows that proactive, integrative symptom support can improve treatment tolerance, quality of life, and potentially outcomes.
This isn’t about replacing oncology standards. It’s about enhancing them. From managing treatment side effects to addressing pain, fatigue, and psychological distress, evidence-based symptom support is becoming essential to comprehensive cancer care at every stage of the journey.
This conference brings together the latest research, clinical insights, and practical frameworks you need to advance symptom support in your practice. Whether you’re an oncologist, specialist nurse, allied health professional, or anyone working in cancer care, join us to explore how science, prevention, and compassionate approaches can improve patient experiences from diagnosis through survivorship.
What You’ll Take Away
📊 Evidence-Based InsightsThe latest research on health coaching effectiveness in cancer care, primary care settings, and population health, so you can make the case to colleagues, senior leadership, or clients.
🏥 Real NHS Implementation StrategiesLearn from practitioners already integrating health coaching into NHS primary care and social prescribing. Discover what works, what doesn’t, and how to navigate the system.
💡 Practical Tools & FrameworksWalk away with coaching techniques, conversation frameworks, and assessment tools you can use immediately, whether with patients, clients, or in your own practice.
🤝 Expert Access Live Q&A with 6 leading figures in health coaching and integrative medicine, plus connection opportunities with fellow healthcare professionals and coaches.
📜 Professional DevelopmentEarn 7 hours of CPD certification while staying at the cutting edge of preventative healthcare.
🎬 Recording AccessCan’t make it live? Watch on demand at your convenience and revisit sessions when you need them.
Where will the conference take place?
Join us for an inspiring in-person conference at the stunning Ham Green House in Pill, nestled in peaceful countryside just outside Bristol.
Easily accessible by bus from Bristol and with free on-site parking, getting here is hassle-free.
Enjoy a day of learning and connection with a delicious lunch, nourishing snacks, and refreshing drinks—all included to keep you energised throughout the event!
Thank you to our sponsors for supporting this event
TIME
CONTENT
SPEAKER
10.00 – 10.15
Welcome Address
Dr Elizabeth Thompson CEO & Founder NCIM Integrative Medicine Doctor
10.15 – 11.15
Medicinal Mushrooms Across the Cancer Journey
Catalina Fernadez de Ana Portela Founder, Hifasda Terra
11.15 – 11.45
BREAK
11.45 – 12.30
Aromatic Tools for Symptom Support in Oncology Care
Rhiannon Lewis Clinical Aromatherapy Practitioner
12.15 – 1.00
Advancing Care Across the Cancer Journey
Fountain Centre & Penny Brohn UK
1.15 – 2.15
LUNCH
2.15 – 3.00
Update from the Homeopathy Special Interest Group for the Society of Integrative Oncology including results from the Delphi Process
Dr Jean-Lionel Bagot Integrative Oncology Doctor, Author, France Prof Massimo Bonucci MD Medical Director, Department of Integrative Oncology, Italy
3.00 – 3.45
Nutrition and Dietetics: Creating the Bridge in Integrative Oncology
