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IMPACT Program
Cancer treatment can be lifesaving—but it can also leave lasting changes to your body, your relationships, and your sense of self. At Capital Health, we believe survivorship includes more than follow-up scans and checkups—it also means feeling whole again. The IMPACT Program at Capital Health Cancer Center is designed to help women navigate Intimacy, Menopause, and Pelvic Health After Cancer Treatment.
Whether you’re experiencing discomfort, hormonal changes, or relationship challenges, our experts are here to help you address the physical and emotional effects of cancer treatment and reclaim your confidence and comfort with intimacy.Â
Who We Help
The IMPACT Program is designed for women who have undergone treatment for breast cancer, gynecologic cancers (ovarian, uterine, cervical, vulvar), colorectal or anal cancer, and other cancers that may affect hormonal balance, pelvic function, or sexual health. The program is also for women with genetic mutations that increase their risk for cancers and have undergone treatments that may have affected their pelvic and/or sexual health.
Treatments for these conditions may affect your:
- Vaginal and pelvic health.
- Libido and sexual function.
- Emotional well-being and body image.
- Hormonal balance, including early or sudden menopause.
- Bladder and bowel health.
- Relationship intimacy and communication.
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Our Multidisciplinary Approach
Cancer treatment can affect your vaginal and pelvic health, libido and sexual function, emotional well-being and body image, hormonal balance (including early or sudden menopause), bladder and bowel health, and relationship intimacy and communication. Many women silently endure symptoms that are highly treatable, but you are not alone. Our team creates a safe, judgment free space where you can share openly and receive the care you deserve. Working with our multidisciplinary team, you’ll receive a personalized, evidence-based care plan that addresses your needs, preferences, and goals.
Care is coordinated through a compassionate team of specialists, including:
- Oncology-trained clinicians.
- Rehabilitation services provided by pelvic floor physical therapists and certified lymphedema occupational therapists.
- Certified sex and relationship therapists.
- Oncology nurse navigator.
- Behavioral health experts.
- Menopause specialists.
Services
Each patient begins with a multidisciplinary consultation to identify areas of concern and develop a personalized care plan.
Services options may include:
- Pelvic floor therapy for pain, incontinence, or discomfort.
- Lymphedema management including manual lymphatic drainage, therapeutic wrapping, and exercise.
- Non-hormonal or hormonal treatment options for vaginal dryness or atrophy.
- Counseling or therapy for sexual intimacy and relationship support.
- Lifestyle and nutrition recommendations.
- Mind-body approaches to support healing
Contact Us
To learn more, or to schedule an appointment with the IMPACT Program, call 609.303.4474.