Dr. Diane Barton Complementary Medicine Program

At MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper we believe becoming a cancer survivor starts the moment a patient is diagnosed, and we realize that physical healing is only part of our mission. That’s why we created the Dr. Diane Barton Complementary Medicine Program.

This important program enhances the quality of life and wellness of individuals living with, through and beyond a cancer diagnosis. It utilizes therapies that focus on mind, body and spirit while supporting mainstream medical care. Our complementary therapies are designed to lessen the pain, stress and anxiety associated with cancer. They also provide assistance in handling the side effects of such traditional treatments as radiation and chemotherapy.

Proven Benefits of Complementary Therapies

While complementary therapies cannot cure cancer, many patients have found them to be helpful in managing and coping with their cancer. While traditional medicine and healthcare treat the illness, complementary medicine therapies help promote wellness in the whole person. In addition to the therapeutic benefits, taking part in complementary medicine therapies empowers participants – providing them with an opportunity to take a positive, active role in their care and treatment.

A Wide Selection of Therapies

The Dr. Diane Barton Complementary Medicine Program offers a variety of mind-body therapies performed by specially trained certified therapists.

All therapies and programs offered through the Dr. Diane Barton Complementary Medicine Program are available at no cost and are open to all cancer patients, regardless of where they receive their treatment.

Our complementary medicine programs include:

• Gentle chair yoga
• Meditation for relaxation
• Mindfulness
• Guided imagery
• Qi Gong
• Music therapy
• Creative arts for healing
• Body movement classes
• Seeds of Hope - Organic Vegetable Garden Program
• Nutrition education
• Behavioral workshops
• Educational seminars
• Survivor Times newsletter

Programs are available throughout the year in our Camden and Voorhees locations.

Patient Education & Support Resource Schedule

MD Anderson at Cooper provides a variety of patient education classes, complementary medicine programs, support groups, online forums, and survivorship programs for cancer patients throughout their journey.

For information about of our in-person, virtual, and call-in programs, click on the link below.