We are driven by a singular mission: to use exercise and lifestyle medicine to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those impacted by cancer through collaboration with clinical cancer care teams, organizations, and individuals.
About
Our team has been helping patients and organizations develop and implement lifestyle medicine and wellness programs since 2003. Our diverse experience encompassing patient care through executive leadership offers our clients tools and strategies that simultaneously support increased revenue with a focus on clinical and patient satisfaction.
Our core focus is to provide a diverse offering to organizations interested in developing, enhancing, or optimizing lifestyle medicine and wellness programs.
Our Services
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Pragmatic Consulting.
Through a collaborative approach, we provide services for program development, improvement, management, and optimization of lifestyle medicine, cancer wellness, or patient support programs of any size and scope. Our approach involves partnering with each client to identify their goals, strategies, and key individuals and resources for their organization. We educate and train staff to empower them to become champions in their program.
From day one, we implement metrics to assist in reporting and credentialing.
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Educational Collateral Development.
We offer patient education customized to fit your program and process, including tools and resources to be used at any time point in the patient lifecycle.
This education is tailored to your patients and is aligned with your clinical program needs and goals. Our evidence-based content is delivered in white-labeled resources that can be used in print, online, or other media to enhance your program, support your clinicians, and convey a solid competitive message.
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Direct to Consumer.
Our consumer facing product, MyLifestyle Shift, was developed using the most recent evidence-based recommendations focused on lifestyle habits and cancer outcomes.
Shift provides a consumer experience that can be added into your program offering or utilized through a collaborative partnership. This 12-week self-guided lifestyle program gives the user education, tools, and resources they can implement into their lives in a real-world experience.
Direct to Consumer
Developed specifically for individuals impacted by cancer, shift will help navigate the challenges – from treatments side effects to emotional rollercoasters and all of the physical, emotional and practical challenges that impact your life. Based on evidence-based recommendations from top organizations, each of the 12 modules will educate, empower and most importantly give you tools to Shift YOUR Life.
By using over 25 years of combined experience impacting more than 50,000 patients our program has proven benefit. Our programs impact the health system, providers, clinical operations and the patients at every point of their care. Statistics are based on client financial reporting and outcomes data.
Proven Outcomes
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Sami
FOUNDER
Sami Mansfield is a trailblazing entrepreneur and the visionary founder behind Cancer Wellness for Life, a groundbreaking organization dedicated to developing, implementing, and optimizing exercise oncology and lifestyle medicine programs and resources.
With a focus on empowering cancer patients and clinicians, Sami’s consulting efforts extend throughout cancer centers, hospitals, healthcare organizations, pharmaceutical companies, non-profits, and advocacy organizations.
Renowned for her exceptional program development and implementation skills, Sami guides cancer programs and healthcare organizations to create cost-effective strategies, delivering a high return on investment while prioritizing the patient and provider. As an engaging and inspiring speaker, she shares ideas and strategies for anyone seeking to thrive in adversity. Her focus on equity gaps is always at the forefront of each conversation as she strives to make exercise and lifestyle accessible for everyone.
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Sarah
Physical Therapist MPT, COMT
Sarah graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 2006 with her Master’s in physical therapy. She has practiced in inpatient rehabilitation and home health care with the majority of time spent in outpatient therapy. Sarah has specialized in the area of orthopedics and manual therapy in the physical therapy clinic. She enjoys problem solving with patients to help them reach their goals-no matter how big or small.
Sarah’s passion in oncology is being an encouraging resource for patients to keep active and keep fighting. She strives to help each patient find a way to incorporate activity into their life to improve quality of life in all stages of cancer treatment and survivorship. Sarah has developed a functional physical assessment for wellness patients to develop a baseline and measure physical changes in patients and is developing a wellness program for the head and neck cancer population to improve patient outcomes both during and after treatment.
Sarah is proud to call Kansas City her home and lives with her husband and two small children. She stays active by chasing her kids, hiking and doing yoga.
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Sadie
Exercise Physiologist
Sadie received her B.A. degrees from Simpson College in Exercise Science and Music, and her M.S. degree from Carroll University in Clinical Exercise Physiology. She is an ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist with the credential Exercise is Medicine. Sadie is also a Certified Cancer Exercise Specialist.
Sadie’s clinical focus has provided her opportunities to work in a variety of settings across diverse clinical populations. She completed clinical internships at Mary Greeley Medical Center Cardiac Rehab, The University of Northern Colorado Cancer Rehabilitation Institute, and the Duke Diet and Fitness Center. Additional experiences included VA Hospital exercise programs, the Duke Adult Blood and Bone Marrow Transplant Clinic, and several hospital-partnered, medically integrated gyms.
Working as a Clinical Exercise Physiologist, Sadie enjoys finding unique, enjoyable ways for patients to exercise with the goal of meeting exercise guidelines. She likes to come from the approach that there are exercise options for everyone we just have to figure out what that is.
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Jerry
CEO
Jerry is a seasoned healthcare technology executive with over 20 years of experience, specializing in business and consulting within the Cancer Wellness for Life industry. As the driving force behind our day-to-day operations, Jerry brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table.
Throughout his career, Jerry has demonstrated a remarkable track record in various areas of healthcare technology, ranging from pioneering new software development to excelling in sales, marketing, and leadership roles. His extensive background enables him to lead his team effectively and efficiently.
At Cancer Wellness for Life, Jerry's primary focus lies in assisting our valued clients with their diverse business and technical needs. With a profound understanding of the industry, he spearheads essential services such as CRM implementation, sales enablement, email and digital marketing, and strategic business development. His dedication to providing top-notch solutions ensures that our clients receive unparalleled support.
Jerry's accomplishments extend beyond Cancer Wellness for Life, having worked with prominent organizations such as UHC, Optum, Anthem, BCBS of MN, HCA, and others. His involvement in various high-profile projects has consistently driven positive outcomes for both his team and his clients.
With Jerry at the helm, Cancer Wellness for Life remains at the forefront of healthcare technology, empowering individuals and businesses alike to thrive in this rapidly evolving landscape.