Fear of Cancer Recurrence Therapy (FORT)

This study is part of a larger project, directed by the University of Ottawa. Their research team in implementing FORT into 5 cancer clinics in Canada (Ottawa, Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, and Newfoundland and Labrador). 

Fear of cancer recurrence is the fear or worry that cancer may come back or progress. This is a common problem among cancer survivors, that is often untreated. FORT is a cognitive-existential group therapy that has been shown to relieve these symptoms in cancer survivors. 

Phase I of this project involves identifying the most effective way to implement FORT into Eastern Health, as well as to identify any potential barriers, required resources, or training.

Eligibility: 

• Occupation: decision maker, manager, or clinician at the Eastern Health Cancer Care Centre
• Involved in the care of patients with breast, gynecological or hematological cancer

Participation involves:

• 30-60-minute interview with a member of the University of Ottawa Research team

Are you considering joining the study? Please contact the study coordinator, Alanna Chu, at PSOLab@uottawa.ca

If you have questions regarding your rights as a research participant, please contact the Health Research Ethics Authority at (709) 777-6974 or info@hrea.ca.