Cancer and its treatments can affect your body’s ability to tolerate certain foods and absorb the nutrients necessary for strength and overall health. At the Episcopal Health Services (EHS) Cancer Center on the Rockaway Peninsula, our team of specialized oncology nutritionists works closely with you to create a personalized nutrition plan tailored to your diagnosis, treatment, and symptoms.
Our goal is to help you maintain energy, support your immune system, reduce inflammation, and better manage the effects of cancer and treatment through targeted dietary strategies. These strategies may include modifications that differ from general dietary recommendations—such as higher-protein, higher-calorie foods to maintain weight, or softer, cool foods like smoothies and milkshakes to accommodate mouth or throat sores.
Our team of registered dietitian nutritionists brings specialized oncology training and extensive experience managing the nutritional challenges associated with cancer treatment and recovery. Their guidance is grounded in scientifically supported research and tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient. At every stage of your cancer journey, our nutritionists help you optimize your diet, manage side effects, and stay informed about the latest evidence-based findings in cancer nutrition.
Comprehensive Cancer Care at EHS
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer, the EHS Cancer Center is here to provide timely, personalized nutrition support to help you through every step of treatment and recovery.