Hoag Healing Breast Cancer Survivors Program

Led by Sadia Khan, DO, FACS, director of Integrative Breast Oncology and the 2015 Muzzy Family Endowed Fellow in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery, the Hoag Healing program empowers survivors of breast cancer with tools and education about lifestyle changes to reduce their risk of cancer recurrence and help them live their healthiest and happiest lives. The program is the first of its kind in Orange County and brings together a multidisciplinary team of experts to address the physical, psychological and spiritual needs of women transitioning into thrivorship following diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. The program includes:

• The Hoag Healing Breast Cancer Survivorship Clinic offers long-term follow-up and active surveillance for survivors with a specialized Nurse Practitioner. Patients are empowered with a comprehensive survivorship plan and navigation to resources and tools that will help them reduce their risk of recurrence. Since the Clinic launched in 2022, more than 71 breast cancer survivors have received care, with over 80 survivors on the waiting list.

• The Hoag Healing Empowerment Series educates survivors on relevant topics and touched more than 300 women in the first year alone. In 2020 when COVID-19 precluded in-person gatherings, the series transitioned to virtual events, which are each viewed 300-500 times on average.

• Stage 4 breast cancer patients can access a monthly mindfulness and meditation podcast along with live support sessions.

• The Breast Friend Ambassador Program connects newly diagnosed patients with breast cancer survivors for peer-to-peer support and connection.

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