Society for Oncology Massage S4OM - NC, SC, VA Oncology Massage Therapists

04/20/2026

What if everything you thought you knew about the lymphatic system… wasn’t quite right?

In this episode of the Healing Summit Speaker Series, we sit down with Nicola McGill to explore the misconceptions surrounding lymphatics, the subtle power of manual lymphatic drainage, and why education is the key to clinical confidence.

This conversation offers a glimpse into her upcoming session at the 2026 Virtual Oncology Massage & Esthetics Healing Summit on April 26, 2026

👉 Explore the full summit + agenda:
https://www.s4om.org/education/virtual-in-person-summits/2026-oncology-massage-esthetics-healing-summit/

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/collaborative-connections-podcast-conversations-on/id1682716017?i=1000762339043

Podcast Episode · Collaborative Connections Podcast | Conversations on Cancer Care for Oncology Massage Therapists & Estheticians · April 20 · 11m

03/24/2026

What role does mindful awareness play in how we support the body through cancer care?

In this special Healing Summit Speaker Series episode, we sit down with Cynthia Price to explore how interoceptive awareness can deepen clinical practice, support healing, and transform the way we show up for our clients.

This conversation is part of our lead-up to the 2026 Virtual Oncology Massage & Esthetics Healing Summit.

Podcast Episode · Collaborative Connections Podcast | Conversations on Cancer Care for Oncology Massage Therapists & Estheticians · March 23 · 11m

10/29/2025

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10/21/2025

Imagine being able to feel tissue changes caused by radiation therapy—without seeing the patient or knowing their medical history. That is exactly what today’s guest, Holly McMillan, M.C.D., CCC-SLP, LMP, CLT, demonstrated in her groundbreaking research collaboration with Dr. Geoff Bove at MD Anderson Cancer Center.

In this episode, Holly shares her extraordinary journey from licensed massage therapist to Senior Research Speech Language Pathologist and Co-Director of the Trismus Clinic at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

Podcast Episode · Collaborative Connections Podcast | Conversations on Cancer Care for Oncology Massage Therapists & Estheticians · 10/21/2025 · 29m

09/15/2025

📣 Save the Date: S4OM 2026 Virtual Summit
🗓 Sunday, April 26, 2026 | 💻 Virtual

A full day of evidence-informed learning, practice updates, and community for professionals supporting people affected by cancer. Agenda, speakers, and registration drop soon—mark your calendar now!

09/04/2025

02/18/2025

Ep 18: In this episode of ‘Collaborative Connections,’ hosted by Ericka Clinton and sponsored by the Society for Oncology Massage and the Society for Oncology Esthetics, we feature Jill Cole, a licensed massage therapist and PhD candidate at the University of Kentucky.

Jill shares her journey of becoming a PhD candidate in Rehabilitation and Health Science, focusing on her research in oncology massage, particularly a feasibility study she is conducting at the UK Healthcare Integrative Medicine and Health. She explains the crossover randomized control trial of massage therapy during cancer treatment and discusses the importance and challenges of touch therapy research.

Podcast Episode · Collaborative Connections Podcast | Conversations on Cancer Care for Oncology Massage Therapists & Estheticians · 02/17/2025 · 24m

02/10/2025

📣 Continuing Education Opportunity 📣

Oncology Massage Global: Oncology Massage Module 1 & 2
24 hrs each – Virtual
Victoria, Australia

You can read the full article here: https://oncologymassageglobal.com.au/online-learning/

01/28/2025

11/13/2024

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Very interesting, entertaining and informative way to explain the lymphatic system
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7orwMgTQ5I&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR1RY2p4Z3r22eLBxKpcFd85iV2czQSHHujGJPjwHbX25V4xJ3XV-yTzuyk

06/13/2024

New episode! Come listen to Xerlan Deery talk about hospital based oncology massage!

Xerlan Deery is a Licensed and Board Certified Massage Therapist, Educator and Healthcare Consultant with a passion for integrating massage therapy into healthcare settings.

‎Show Collaborative Connections Podcast | Conversations on Cancer Care for Oncology Massage Therapists & Estheticians, Ep Ep. 12 - The Role and Impact of Massage Therapy in Hospital Settings with Xerlan Deery - Jun 12, 2024

05/20/2024

S4OM & S4OE are working together to ensure that everyone living with cancer experiences the comfort of massage or esthetic services.

S4OM & S4OE Programs

The grant program is designed to support special oncology projects of S4OM & S4OE Preferred Practitioners. Besides supporting personal aspirations, the proposed projects should bring added value to the applicant’s community and the profession of oncology massage and/or esthetics.

2023 Grants have been awarded. The next opportunity to apply is in the fall of 2025.