Dr. Vanessa Uclés is a leading clinician and advocate in the field of cancer rehabilitation, with over 12 years of experience dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by cancer. She is recognized for creating the first interdisciplinary Cancer Rehabilitation Program to be integrated across both the public and private health systems—an initiative that has set a benchmark for accessible, evidence-based survivorship care.

Specializing in the treatment of cancer survivors, Dr. Uclés combines scientific evidence with a deep commitment to improving quality of life. Her work is grounded in a patient- and family-centered approach, aiming not only to enhance physical functioning but also to support the emotional and social well-being of those navigating the cancer journey. A key part of her mission is to replicate and expand interdisciplinary cancer rehabilitation teams, ensuring that more patients can benefit from comprehensive and coordinated care.

Presentation Overview – What You’ll Learn:

In her presentation, Dr. Uclés will offer a comprehensive overview of cancer rehabilitation, including its historical development and a meaningful, functional definition of the field. She will explore the goals and roles of rehabilitation across the cancer care continuum and discuss how commonly used curative therapies impact function and quality of life. Participants will gain insights into the different types of cancer rehabilitation, its contributions at various stages of the disease, and why this specialty is critical to modern oncology. Dr. Uclés will also address the broader socioeconomic and functional impacts of cancer and share evidence on the measurable outcomes that cancer rehabilitation can achieve.