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Cancer treatment at AVRTC goes well beyond radiation therapy. Below, you can find a number of free resources designed for past, current, and future patients.
Cancer treatment takes a toll on the body, which is why all our patients, both past and present, have access to an in-house dietician who can help create a dietary strategy centered around your unique treatment and recovery.
For more information on our free dietician services stop by our front desk or nursing station.
Samantha is originally from
Connecticut but has lived in Alaska for almost 30 years and has been a Registered Dietitian for 28 years. She has master’s degree in nutrition and dietetics and holds advanced certifications in both pediatrics and nutrition support. In the summer of 2021, she retired from the United States Public Health Service where she served as the Medical Nutrition Therapy Manager at the Alaska Native Medical Center and in October 2021, she joined the pediatric specialty clinic as the Field Health Dietitian. She began practicing at Anchorage & Valley Radiation Therapy Centers in 2024.
Samantha has dedicated her career to serving the people of Alaska and is passionate about using nutrition to promote health and wellness. In her personal life, Samantha is married, has two adult sons and enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends.
Before, during, and after your cancer treatment, it is important to give your mental and physical health the attention it deserves. AVRTC offers free in-person and virtual yoga classes each week that you can participate in regardless of experience level.
In-person Yoga
Join us at Alaska Regional on Wednesdays from 12:00 to 1:00 PM AKST for a relaxing group yoga session. We are currently requiring masks and limiting class size to six participants for safety, so make sure to register in advance here: Reserve your spot.
Margo Sorum has been teaching yoga since 1999, but it
was her experience with Suzi Drinen that motivated her to work with cancer patients. Margo was by Suzi’s side throughout her cancer journey, all the way to the end, and Suzi’s authenticity and love of life inspired Margo to help other cancer patients find peace and freedom through the beauty of yoga.
Margo is a certified yoga and massage therapist, Adjunct Instructor of Yoga at the University of Alaska Anchorage, Director of Yoga for Anchorage Radiation Therapy Center, and owner of Bliss Bodywork with Margo, LLC. She has a passion for Natural Posture and helping people move with grace and ease. She also strives to integrate the wisdom of yoga into every facet of her students’ lives, from movement to breath, relationships to action, and thoughts to words.
AVRTC partners with the American Cancer Society to provide transportation aid to cancer patients in Alaska.
This program provides transportation to and from treatment for cancer patients who do not have access to a vehicle or who are unable to drive themselves. It is available in the Anchorage, Mat-Su, Fairbanks, and Kenai areas.
Given that drivers are volunteers, not medical professionals, you must be able to sit, stand, and walk without assistance; otherwise, an adult caregiver must accompany you.
To schedule a ride, call 1 (800) 227-2345.
Please note: If you would like to take part in this program, please submit a request at least four business days prior to the date you will need transportation.
Through the Ravn Alaska flight service, you can receive up to three, free round-trip flights per year to and from cancer related appointments in Alaska. If you require a caregiver to accompany you during travel, they will receive 50% off their flight costs.
To schedule your flight, call 1 (800) 227-2345.
Please note: you must call at least four business days prior to your desired flight date.
For more information on the programs offered through the Alaska Chapter of the American Cancer Society, including support resources and events, visit this link.
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2841 DeBarr Road, Suite 100 Building A Anchorage, AK 99508