NCIM Conference: Oncology Symptom Support: Advancing Care Across the Cancer Journey
October 9 @ 10:00 - 17:00
Oncology Symptom Support:
Advancing Care Across the Cancer Journey
A one-day hybrid NCIM Conference
Date & Time:
Friday 09 October 2026
10am – 5pm
Where: In-person and online
In-person tickets (includes refreshments, lunch & networking drinks): £120 (early-bird £87 until 31 July 2026)
Live online/recording: £60 (early-bird £54 until 31 July 2026)
Members in-person ticket £70 or online ticket £40
Become a member of the NCIM Membership for just £4.99 a month and receive exclusive content, plus discount to this and all our conferences.
Medical students please email [email protected] for a £25 student ticket.
NB: If you are unable to attend live on the day, you can purchase the recording at checkout.
Symptom Support is Central to Quality Cancer Care
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 Insights The 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 Strategies Learn 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 & Frameworks Walk 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 Development Earn 7 hours of CPD certification while staying at the cutting edge of preventative healthcare.
🎬 Recording Access Can’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
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TIME |
CONTENT |
SPEAKER |
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10.00 – 10.15 |
Welcome Address |
Dr Elizabeth Thompson CEO & Founder NCIM Integrative Medicine Doctor |
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10.15 – 11.15 |
Medicinal mushrooms across the cancer journey |
Catalina Fernadez de Ana Portela Founder Hifas da Terra |
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11.15 – 11.45 |
BREAK |
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11.45 – 12.30 |
Aromatic Tools for Symptom Support in Oncology Care |
Rhiannon Lewis |
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12.15 – 1.00 |
Advancing Care Across the Cancer Journey |
Fountain Centre & Penny Brohn UK |
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1.15 – 2.15 |
LUNCH |
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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 & Professor Massimo Bonucci |
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3.00 – 3.45 |
Nutrition and Dietetics: Creating the bridge in Integrative Oncology |
Kirsten Chick and Meredy Birdi BSIO Special Interest Group in Nutrition and Dietetics TBC |
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3.45 – 4.15 |
BREAK |
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4.15 – 5.00 |
Mistletoe Therapy in Oncology Symptom Support |
Dr Simon van Lieshout |
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5.00 – 5.45 |
Fasting in cancer |
Professor Valter Longo TBC |
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5.45 – 6.00 |
NCIM Diploma in Integrative Healthcare Graduation Ceremoney |
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6.30 – 7.00 |
Networking drinks and evening meal with BSIO |