Additional Resources

Cancer Resources at Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall

In addition to our wide array of cancer treatments and services, Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall also offers lymphedema therapy, survivorship care, and cancer screenings. We’re committed to providing our community with a close-to-home resource for comprehensive, high quality cancer care.

Lymphedema Therapy

At the Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall Rehabilitation Department, patients diagnosed with lymphedema, breast cancer, and other cancers can expect a thorough evaluation and individualized treatment plan based on the most up-to-date research.

Allison Langlitz, PT, CLT-LANA is a Physical Therapist and Certified Lymphedema Therapist with over 10 years of experience treating patients with lymphedema as well as the multiple side effects associated with cancer treatment. Allison is certified through the Lymphology Association of North America and has taken further advanced training in treating Lymphedema of the Head and Neck, as well as Cancer and Breast Cancer Rehabilitation.

What is Lymphedema?

Lymphedema is a condition that involves a buildup of fluid in the body. Lymphedema usually affects the arms or legs, but may affect any body part. It most commonly develops after surgery or radiation for the treatment of any type of cancer that affects lymph nodes or lymph drainage, in the area served by those lymph nodes.

Treating Lymphedema

The international standard of care for lymphedema is called Complete Decongestive Therapy which consists of a combination of specific treatments, performed by a Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT). Complete Decongestive Therapy includes Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Compression Therapy, Therapeutic exercise, and patient education. Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall Rehabilitation Department can serve all cancer survivors in need, whether beginning treatment, finished with treatment or experiencing late effects or unresolved issues from past treatment.

Physical Therapy can benefit a patient with a diagnosis of cancer to increase strength and endurance and prevent future medical problems. The Physical therapist will create a personalized rehabilitation plan, with the goals of increasing strength and energy, alleviating pain, improving physical functioning, achieving emotional balance and improving quality of life.

Survivorship Care Plan

A survivorship care plan is a record of a patient's cancer history. It contains important information about the diagnosis, given treatment, the need for future check-ups and cancer tests, the potential long-term late effects of the treatment you received, and ideas for improving your health. The care plan is created with your medical oncologist.

Cancer Screenings

Please contact Oncology Navigation, Paula Paez, LCSW and Tina Unsworth, RN, for upcoming cancer screening events, by calling (845) 784-3137.

Other Community Resources

Road To Recovery®

Get a free ride to cancer treatment

The American Cancer Society Road To Recovery® program eases your burden by giving free rides to cancer-related medical appointments. Trained volunteer drivers are happy to pick you up, take you to your appointment, and drop you off at home. All for free and all to make your days a little easier. Not having a ride shouldn’t stand between you and lifesaving treatment. To learn more, visit the ACS Road to Recovery page.