Community Fundraisers and Donors Help Fund Professional Development Workshops for Cancer Centre Staff
Pillar 3 Education and Training
Community Fundraisers and Donors Help Fund Professional Development Workshops for Cancer Centre Staff
Thanks to the amazing support from our community fundraisers and donors, the Education Committee is excited to offer a series of professional development workshops for staff at the Cancer Centre. These workshops are designed to help our team stay up to date with the very latest in cancer care and support.
Haematological Malignancies with AWRCC Clinical Trials Nurse Katie Piper
On 13 May 2025, Katie Piper, our Clinical Trials Nurse at the Cancer Centre, will lead a session on leukemia and other Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPNs). This is the second education session in the Haematological Malignancies educational series developed specifically for AWRCC. The first session on March 13th, which focused on lymphoma and myeloma, was very well attended. Katie will again use a case-study approach to explore current trends, pathophysiology, patient assessment, management, and treatment. Katie’s role is fully funded by donations from the community.
Accidental Counsellor Training with Clinical Counsellor Rocky Biasi
On 30 April 2025, Rocky Biasi, Clinical Counsellor, will host a workshop offering practical strategies for staff who find themselves in unexpected counselling situations. This session will provide useful tools for supporting patients and their families in tough moments.
Vascular Access Education Day with Kerrie Curtis
On 30 May 2025, Kerrie Curtis, with over 35 years of experience, will return to the Cancer Centre to offer a full-day workshop on understanding vascular anatomy, physiology, and pathology in cancer care. This session is sure to be a valuable resource for staff caring for cancer patients across the region.
Sex and Cancer with Professor Kate White
On 5 and 6 June 2025, Professor Kate White, from the Sydney Nursing School and The Daffodil Centre, will lead two full day workshops on understanding and addressing the impact of cancer on intimacy and sexual function. This important session will help staff navigate these sensitive issues with patients.
These workshops wouldn’t be possible without the incredible generosity of our community. We’re so grateful for all the support, and we’re excited to continue providing valuable learning opportunities for our team!
