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We offer health care professionals advanced knowledge and expertise in oncology and palliative care, so that they can provide the best care possible.
Learn more about our Online courses at www.desouzainstitute.com
Enhance your oncology knowledge with our Foundations in Cancer Disease Sites #course series. Select the #cancer disease sites most relevant to your practice and review pathophysiology, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment, as well as nursing assessment priorities and interventions.
Foundations of Cancer Disease Sites Series
The Foundations of Cancer Disease Sites Series covers cancer care competencies in managing a variety of disease sites. Specific cancer types are separated into short courses to help you enhance…
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November 12, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Thank you to everyone who attended the two de Souza workshops at CANO 2025: Radiation Oncology 101 and Beyond, and Oncologic Emergencies. Visit us at www.desouzainstitute.com and we look forward to seeing you all at next year’s CANO conference!
November 3, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Hina Sheikh, de Souza APN, presents a poster on nursing education, using Clinical Information System report on cancer medication infusion reactions, to change practice and improve care. #CANOACIO2025
October 31, 2025 at 5:07 PM
de Souza educator Komal Patel Saini, CANO SIG members - Shauna Remin, Angela Crook, Bailey Podmore, and de Souza project lead Margaret Forbes at poster presentation on "Building a Canadian-Based Radiation Oncology Course" #CANOACIO2025
October 31, 2025 at 5:06 PM
It was great to see everyone who came out to our Radiation Oncology 101 and Beyond Workshop. Thanks to everyone who attended. Check our website to find out more education offerings www.desouzainstitute.com. #CANOACIO2025
October 30, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Thanks to everyone who came out to our Oncological Emergencies: Recognize and Respond Workshop on Wed! Our next workshop, Radiation Oncology 101 and Beyond, is today Thu at 1:30 PM! See you there. #CANOACIO2025
October 30, 2025 at 2:05 PM
We hope to see you next week for the 2025 CANO/ACIO Annual Conference in Banff Alberta! This year's theme is "Striving for the Summit: Empowering Oncology Nurses Towards Excellence".

We will be presenting two workshops this year:

Hope to see you at CANO!

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October 22, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Our Oncological Emergencies - Core Conditions #online #course will teach nurses how to identify and respond rapidly to five oncologic emergencies: Tumour Lysis Syndrome, Hypercalcemia, Spinal Cord Compression, Cytokine Release Syndrome, and Febrile Neutropenia and Sepsis.
Oncological Emergencies - Core Conditions
Learn about the fundamentals of five oncologic emergencies: Tumour Lysis Syndrome, Hypercalcemia, Spinal Cord Compression, Cytokine Release Syndrome, and Febrile Neutropenia and Sepsis.
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October 15, 2025 at 2:05 PM
The Colorectal Cancer Resource & Action Network (CCRAN) is hosting the Early Onset Cancer Symposium on Nov 20 and 21. The virtual symposium is free for #Canadians. Register Today.

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October 10, 2025 at 4:08 PM
#Pain can be one of the most debilitating symptoms of #cancer, learn pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions that will help bring relief to your patients.

This course includes a half day online video conference #workshop

Enrol today, registration closes January 5th.
Advanced Pain Assessment and Management
Learn the pathophysiology of cancer pain, along with the pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions to help deal with intractable pain in palliation.
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October 8, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Don't let your patients #psychosocial needs suffer, learn the skills you need to navigate the myriad of psychological, emotional, social and spiritual responses of persons affected by #cancer, in our interprofessional online #course.
Psychosocial Oncology: Introduction to Theory and Practice (IPODE)
This course provides an opportunity for practicing healthcare providers to explore the common psychosocial issues experienced by patients and their families after a cancer diagnosis.
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October 1, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Learn to search for & analyze clinical literature for its quality, impact and applicability to your practice, in our Introduction to #EvidenceBased Practice and Communication course. The course also touches on the application of #SocialMedia in #Healthcare
Introduction to Evidence Based Practice and Communication
Participants will learn how to carry out a systematic search process and analyze clinical literature for its quality, impact, and applicability in practice.
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September 24, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Caring for people with cancer and their families involves a particular set of advanced skills and knowledge. Our Foundations in Oncology Nursing Practice #online #course covers Person-Centred, Holistic Care to Patients and families living with Cancer.

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Foundations in Oncology Nursing Practice - On Demand
Learn the fundamental concepts in oncology nursing practice and how to provide person-centred holistic care to patients and families living with cancer.
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September 17, 2025 at 2:46 PM
#PalliativeCare is a critical component of care for serious illnesses. Our revamped palliative care course teaches in-depth knowledge and clinical applications in: Serious Illness Conversations, Comprehensive Symptom Assessment, and Working with Families.
The Education in Palliative Care (EPC) Course Series
Learn how to integrate the palliative approach to care into your practice! The Education in Palliative Care (EPC) course series will introduce you to providing person-centred palliative care for…
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September 10, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Thinking of obtaining a Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) certification this year? Our #SelfDirected and self-paced #StudyGroups help #Nurses examine, critically consider and apply the theories and concepts outlined in the exam blueprint. Registration closes Sept 15th.
CNA Study Groups
de Souza Institute provides continuing education in oncology and palliative care for health professionals
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September 3, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Enhance your oncology knowledge with our Foundations in Cancer Disease Sites short #courses. The recently updated #Liver #Cancer course incorporates the latest developments in screening, diagnosis, treatments and #survivorship care.
Foundations of Cancer Disease Sites Series
The Foundations of Cancer Disease Sites Series covers cancer care competencies in managing a variety of disease sites. Specific cancer types are separated into short courses to help you enhance…
buff.ly
August 27, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Our Addressing Empathy Fatigue #course is designed to help #HCP identify the types of #grief experiences or empathy fatigue to prevent #burnout. Assessment tools and coping strategies will be discussed. Enroll in our live #web-based class today.
Addressing Empathy Fatigue, Managing Grief for Healthcare Professionals
Learn how to recognize and assess the impact of grief and loss on your practice, and apply effective communication and coping mechanisms to reduce the risk of empathy fatigue.
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August 20, 2025 at 2:04 PM
#SexualHealth is an important aspect of Cancer care that is often under discussed. Learn the skills you need to support your patients with the Sexual Health in Cancer IPODE, offered in collaboration with Canadian Association of Psychosocial Oncology
Registration closes August 25th.
Sexual Health in Cancer (IPODE)
Increase your understanding of sexual health issues that arise as a result of cancer treatment and acquire knowledge in their assessments and management.
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August 13, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Our Oncological Emergencies - Core Conditions #online #course will teach nurses how to identify and respond rapidly to five oncologic emergencies: Tumour Lysis Syndrome, Hypercalcemia, Spinal Cord Compression, Cytokine Release Syndrome, and Febrile Neutropenia and Sepsis.
Oncological Emergencies - Core Conditions
Learn about the fundamentals of five oncologic emergencies: Tumour Lysis Syndrome, Hypercalcemia, Spinal Cord Compression, Cytokine Release Syndrome, and Febrile Neutropenia and Sepsis.
buff.ly
August 6, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Our Addressing Empathy Fatigue #course is designed to help #HCP identify the types of #grief experiences or empathy fatigue to prevent #burnout. Assessment tools and coping strategies will be discussed. Enroll in our live #web-based class today.

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July 30, 2025 at 2:04 PM
On July 29, 2025, we will be conducting scheduled maintenance on all de Souza Institute web sites and systems, including the eLearning Centre. Our sites will NOT be available between 10 AM and 4 PM Eastern time on that day.
July 24, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Don't let your patients #psychosocial needs suffer, learn the skills you need to navigate the myriad of psychological, emotional, social and spiritual responses of persons affected by #cancer, in our interprofessional online #course.
Psychosocial Oncology: Introduction to Theory and Practice (IPODE)
This course provides an opportunity for practicing healthcare providers to explore the common psychosocial issues experienced by patients and their families after a cancer diagnosis.
buff.ly
July 16, 2025 at 2:05 PM
#Pain can be one of the most debilitating symptoms of #Cancer, learn pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions that will help bring relief to your patients. Enrol today, registration closes July 28th.
Advanced Pain Assessment and Management
Learn the pathophysiology of cancer pain, along with the pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions to help deal with intractable pain in palliation.
buff.ly
July 9, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Enhance your oncology knowledge with our Foundations in Cancer Disease Sites short #courses. The recently updated #Pancreatic #Cancer course incorporates the latest developments in screening, diagnosis, treatments and #survivorship care.
Foundations of Cancer Disease Sites Series
The Foundations of Cancer Disease Sites Series covers cancer care competencies in managing a variety of disease sites. Specific cancer types are separated into short courses to help you enhance…
buff.ly
July 3, 2025 at 2:06 PM
#Pain can be one of the most debilitating symptoms of #Cancer, learn pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions that will help bring relief to your patients. Enrol today, registration closes July 28th.
Advanced Pain Assessment and Management
Learn the pathophysiology of cancer pain, along with the pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions to help deal with intractable pain in palliation.
buff.ly
June 25, 2025 at 2:06 PM