Multidisciplinary Approaches in Cancer Healthcare
A special issue of Healthcare (ISSN 2227-9032). This special issue belongs to the section "Chronic Care".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2025 | Viewed by 2114
Special Issue Editors
Interests: health psychology; psycho-oncology
Special Issues, Collections and Topics in MDPI journals
2. Department of Psychology and Education, Faculty of Human and Social Sciences, University of Beira Interior, 6200-209 Covilhã, Portugal
Interests: multidisciplinary intervention; cancer survivors; group intervention; strategies of emotional adaptation; mental health; oncological psychology; cognitive complains; cognitive rehabilitation
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
We are pleased to invite you to our forthcoming Special Issue, focused on "Multidisciplinary Approaches in Cancer Healthcare". We aim to assemble a collection of research works that illuminate various strategies targeting the promotion of health and the enhancement of the quality of life of cancer survivors.
Cancer treatment and care have evolved significantly over the years, with an increasing recognition of the importance of holistic approaches in addressing the complex needs of cancer patients. In today's landscape, there exists a pressing need for coordinated and comprehensive care tailored to the unique needs of both survivors and their caregivers. This necessitates the dissemination and implementation of novel care methods as well as interventions. Vital to this effort is the development and integration of rehabilitation programs that address not only the physical but also the psychosocial aspects of recovery. While traditional medical interventions undoubtedly play a crucial role in cancer management, there is growing acknowledgment of the significance of holistic interventions that encompass the physical, emotional, social, and psychological aspects of cancer care.
In this Special Issue, we aim to explore the diverse facets of holistic interventions in cancer healthcare, examining their relevance, effectiveness, and implications for patient outcomes and quality of life.
To this end, multidisciplinary approaches in cancer healthcare are advocated, ensuring a collaborative approach that stays abreast of current advancements. Within this framework, we seek to explore a spectrum of themes including, but not limited to, the following:
- Combined interventions;
- Psychological support;
- Physical rehabilitation;
- Integrative medicine practices;
- Exercise regimens;
- Nutritional guidance;
- Nursing protocols;
- Oncological strategies;
- Lifestyle interventions;
- Complementary therapies;
- Caregiver care.
Furthermore, we encourage submissions that provide perspectives on the role of interdisciplinary collaboration, patient-centered care models, and evidence-based practices in shaping cancer healthcare, as they will be of particular interest.
Through this Special Issue, we aim to foster a deeper understanding of the holistic dimensions of cancer healthcare and provide a platform for sharing cutting-edge research, best practices, and transformative ideas in this vital area.
We invite researchers, clinicians, practitioners, policymakers, and other stakeholders to contribute original research articles, reviews, case studies, and perspectives that contribute to advancing our knowledge and practice in holistic interventions in cancer healthcare.
Thank you for considering this invitation, and we look forward to receiving your valuable contributions to this crucial dialogue, as, together, we strive to advance the frontier of cancer healthcare.
Kind regards,
Dr. Ana Carla Seabra Torres
Dr. Tânia Brandão
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.
Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Healthcare is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.
Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2700 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.
Keywords
- multidisciplinary approaches
- cancer healthcare
- cancer survivors
- combined interventions
- biopsychosocial interventions
- holistic approaches
- health promotion
- health-related quality of life
Benefits of Publishing in a Special Issue
- Ease of navigation: Grouping papers by topic helps scholars navigate broad scope journals more efficiently.
- Greater discoverability: Special Issues support the reach and impact of scientific research. Articles in Special Issues are more discoverable and cited more frequently.
- Expansion of research network: Special Issues facilitate connections among authors, fostering scientific collaborations.
- External promotion: Articles in Special Issues are often promoted through the journal's social media, increasing their visibility.
- e-Book format: Special Issues with more than 10 articles can be published as dedicated e-books, ensuring wide and rapid dissemination.
Further information on MDPI's Special Issue polices can be found here.
