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DATE: May 8, 2025 at 1 pm ET

PRESENTER: Daniel Santa Mina, PhD; University of Toronto

BRIEF SUMMARY
During this presentation we will explore the transformative role of prehabilitation in clinical exercise physiology for the cancer population, offering a comprehensive look at its evidence-based foundations, program development strategies, and practical guidelines. Attendees will gain insights into recent meta-analyses demonstrating efficacy of prehabilitation in improving postoperative outcomes for those affected by cancer. The session will provide guidance to designing and implementing tailored prehabilitation programs, including strategies for integration into existing care pathways and overcoming common barriers.
  
LEARNING OBJECTIVES

1. Understand the current evidence supporting prehabilitation's effectiveness in improving postoperative outcomes for the cancer population.
2. Apply evidence-based guidelines for exercise prescription, nutritional interventions, and psychological support in oncology prehabilitation programs.
3. Consider strategies implementing prehabilitation into existing patient care pathways.
   

COST

• CEPA professional/associate members: $15 
• CEPA student members: $10
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CECs: 1 (one) CEC

RECORDING: This event will be recorded. Access to a recording of this event will be available to all who register for 3 months after the event.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Dr. Daniel Santa Mina is a clinical exercise physiologist and Associate Professor at the University of Toronto, Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education, and Director of Programming and Research for the Surgical Prehabilitation Program at the University Health Network in Toronto, Canada. Dr. Santa Mina’s has published over 130 peer-reviewed papers and achieved over $21MM CAD in grant funding. His research has focused on exercise oncology and surgical prehabilitation, with recent emphasis on program design, development, and evaluation.