PORi - Physiological Oncology Rehabilitation Institute

09/10/2026

Oncology rehabilitation is designed to help people address the physical and functional effects of cancer and its treatment - so they can work toward doing the things that matter to them.

PORi has trained clinicians across the country and internationally. Visit our website to find a PORi-trained therapist near you: https://www.pori.org/therapist-directory

09/04/2026

Meet PORi Pelvic Cancer & Lower Extremity Rehabilitation instructor Amy Sides, PT, DPT, CLT-LANA.

Amy has been a physical therapist for 25 years and has specialized in oncology rehabilitation for the past 15, bringing with her a strong background in pelvic health.

When Amy first began working with people affected by cancer, referrals were often for lymphedema. But she quickly realized that lymphedema was only part of the picture.

Her patients were experiencing a much broader range of functional challenges related to cancer and its treatment - and that realization helped shape her passion for comprehensive oncology rehabilitation.

Today, Amy brings that experience and perspective to her clinical practice and to her teaching with PORi.

We're excited to have Amy teaching our upcoming PORi CORE: Pelvic & Lower Extremity Cancer Rehabilitation starting on November 12th.

https://www.pori.org/course/pelvic-cancer-le-rehab-20261112

09/04/2026

“Lymphedema was only part of the picture.”

After 25 years as a physical therapist - and 15 years specializing in oncology rehabilitation - PORi instructor Amy Sides has seen firsthand how the needs of people affected by cancer can extend far beyond the reason for their initial referral.

Meet Amy and hear what helped shape her approach to oncology rehabilitation.

09/01/2026

Congratulations to Sutter Roseville Medical Center – Oncology Rehab & Lymphedema Clinic on achieving PORi Bronze Center of Excellence designation!

With this latest achievement, Sutter Health now has six locations recognized as PORi Bronze Centers of Excellence - an exciting reflection of the growing commitment to oncology rehabilitation across the system.

And the journey continues. Sutter Roseville Medical Center and Sutter Health California Pacific Medical Center are now working with PORi toward Silver designation, taking the next steps to further develop and integrate oncology rehabilitation within their organizations.

We’re excited to continue working alongside the Sutter Health teams as they expand access to high-quality oncology rehabilitation care.

Learn more about PORi Centers of Excellence:
https://www.pori.org/pori-coe

PORi (Physiological Oncology Rehabilitation Institute) provides advanced oncology rehab education and certification for physical, occupational and speech therapists. Our evidence-based courses cover breast cancer, head and neck cancer, pelvic cancers, and chemotoxicity rehabilitation. We also offer....

08/28/2026

Congratulations to our newest PORi-Certified Oncology Rehabilitation Specialist!

Felicia Foster, MOT, OTR/L, CLT-CLWT
Valparaiso, IN

Felicia shared what becoming a PORi Specialist has meant for her clinical practice: “Becoming PORi-Certified as an Oncology Rehabilitation Specialist has greatly improved my clinical skills as an outpatient rehabilitation OTR working with a complex caseload of oncology and lymphedema-related diagnoses.”

We love Felicia’s commitment to continuing her education and improving the quality of life for the patients in her care.

Interested in becoming a PORi-Certified Oncology Rehabilitation Specialist? Learn more about the PORi certification pathway at pori.org.

08/26/2026

Meet PORi Specialist and instructor Sarah Poore, PT, DPT, CLT. 👋

Sarah's journey into oncology rehabilitation began on a very personal level, when her dad was diagnosed with cancer. She specialized in oncology rehabilitation early in her career and today brings that experience - and a real passion for caring for people affected by cancer - to her work and teaching.

We're excited to have Sarah teaching our upcoming PORi CORE: Head & Neck Cancer Rehabilitation course alongside Trudi Mingus, M.S., CCC-SLP.

Interested in developing your skills in head and neck cancer rehabilitation?

👉 Learn more about the course and register: https://www.pori.org/course/hnca-rehab-course-20261105

08/24/2026

Could oncology rehabilitation be for you?

Julia’s advice to clinicians is simple:

“Find what you love to do - and then treat the oncology population with what you love to do.”

Whether your passion is helping people move, communicate, return to work, exercise, regain independence or simply get back to the things that matter most to them, there is a place for your skills in oncology rehabilitation.

You don’t have to become a completely different therapist. You can take what you already love about your profession and learn how to apply it safely and effectively to people affected by cancer.

💙 Could oncology rehabilitation be the next step in your clinical journey?

Learn more about PORi education: pori.org

08/17/2026

Building an oncology rehabilitation program can feel overwhelming - especially when you’re trying to create change without the support you need.

Julia Osborne’s #1 recommendation? Find a physician champion. Great oncology rehabilitation programs aren’t built by one person. They’re built through collaboration.

08/14/2026

Earlier access to oncology rehabilitation starts with earlier recognition and referral. The more rehabilitation is recognized as an integral part of cancer care, the more opportunity we have to connect patients with the support they need.

Improved rehab access = improved cancer care.

Learn more about PORi and our work to advance oncology rehabilitation at pori.org

08/14/2026

Bring the PORi patient lab experience to your facility.

PORi Facility-Hosted Patient Labs give your team the opportunity to take what they've learned in PORi coursework and apply it in a hands-on clinical environment - right at your own facility.

Working with real patients, clinicians can build confidence, refine their skills, and learn alongside their colleagues with guidance from experienced PORi instructors.

Hosting a lab can also be a great way to invest in your team while helping build a stronger, more consistent approach to oncology rehabilitation across your organization.

Interested in bringing a PORi Patient Lab to your facility?
Contact us to start the conversation: https://www.pori.org/contact-us