ReNEW: Recharge, Revive, Relax, Nutrition, Exercise, and Wellness Program for Cancer Survivors
Mission
Better exercise, for better recovery from cancer. What kind of exercise should you do? How much? How often? The answers to these questions are different for every cancer patient and survivor and that's why the Wilmot Cancer Institute developed the ReNEW program.
| Research-Based |
Exercise programs are based on the latest research involving cancer patients and survivors. |
| Personalized |
Our recommendations take into account your age, goals, fitness level and cancer-related needs. |
| Expert |
We provide exercise professionals who are certified by the American College of Sports Medicine and experienced in working with cancer patients. |
| One-on-One |
We work closely with you to assess your needs, answer your questions, and teach you exercise techniques. |
| Convenient |
Our exercise programs can be done at the Pluta Integrative Oncology & Wellness Center, at home, at a community fitness center, by yourself, or with others. |
ReNEW Program
Options
Option 1 | Option 2 | Option 3 | One-on-One
Events
Cooking Demonstration led by Chef Mackenzie Zerniak
Join us for a plant-based cooking demonstration led by Chef Mackenzie Zerniak. Mackenzie's vision is to create a relationship in which the farmer and the costumer are not far apart. By using ingredients sourced directly from her favorite local markets, she is able to create unique menus that are fresh, organic, and harmonize with the seasons. Recipe samples will be provided. To register for this free program, call: (585) 486-0630.
Tuesday, November 5th | Gilda's Club: 255 Alexander Street | 5:30PM - 7:00PM
29th Annual WCI Scientific Symposium
Scientists working in basic, translational and clinical cancer research will present oral presentations and a poster session. The Underberg Lecture will be given by Ari M. Melnick, M.D., Gebroe Family Professor of Hematology/Oncology and Director, Sackler Center for Biomedical and Physical Sciences at Weill Cornell Medicine. All members of the University community are invited to present posters on basic or clinical cancer-related research.To register visit the Biomedical Genetics Events Page.
Thursday, November 14 | Sarah Flaum Atrium, Class of ’62 Auditorium | 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Warrior Walk 2019
On September 8th, 2019 the PEAK Laboratory participated in the 2019 Warrior Walk. The event raised funds for cancer research at Wilmot Cancer Institute and Wilmot’s Judy DiMarzo Cancer Survivorship Program. PEAK is proud to be a part of the Warrior Walk, celebrating amazing Warriors, and supporting the Judy DiMarzo Cancer Survivorship Program!
Warrior Walk 2019
Integrative Oncology
Integrative oncology incorporates individual therapies such as massage and group programs such as yoga and meditation. Research shows that when these modalities are used alongside traditional cancer care, they can help ease cancer-related symptoms, improve quality of life and lower anxiety associated with treatment.