Nicole Fuller

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About Nicole Fuller

I am a former South African athlete, a breast cancer warrior, Oncology patient navigator, and advocate, cancer exercise advisor and inspirational speaker. After the indescribable fear of being diagnosed with breast cancer to a remarkable recovery because of my fitness. ‍As a former elite athlete, running and exercise have always been a part of my lifestyle and given me incredible opportunities and opened many doors. What drives me now is the fear of a cancer recurrence evidence based research has proven the benefits of exercise physically, mentally and emotionally. WHAT I DO. I support, educate and empower cancer patients, survivors and their familes and help them to overcome barriers of care whether through the health care system or environment and to facilitate timely access to quality medical and psychosocial care from diagnosis through all the phases of the Cancer experience. Pre-diagnosis, diagnosis, treatment, palliative and survivorship care. TRAINING. I have trained and worked under the guidance of Prof Carol-Ann Benn at Helen Joseph Hospital Breast Care Centre (February 2019 to October 2022.) I work as an independent Oncology patient navigator and cancer exercise advisor. I am a proud partner, brand ambassador, Oncology Patient Navigator and Cancer Exercise advisor with the Machi Filotimo Cancer Project.I am a member of AONN Academy of Nurse and Patient Navigators USA and certified through George Washington University USA.I am a partner with Cancer Fit Oncology rehabilitation and exercise with Dr Leversan Pillay. Project lead and Senior Navigator at Campaigning for Cancer. In the process of developing a patient navigation program in South Africa. I am a certified Oncology Patient Navigator (OPN-CG) through Academy of Nurse and Patient Navigators (AONN) U.S.A. First South African to officially have this qualification. A cancer diagnosis is very scary and a never ending journey. The absolute best part of this crazy journey is being able to make a difference in the lives of others. Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire.