Description
Advancing Fertility Preservation: The Expanding Role of Nurses and the Power of Advocacy
Presented by: Barbara A. Lockart, DNP, APN/CNP PC & AC, CPHON
Live Webinar Replay
Overview of the Session
Fertility preservation is now recognized to be a cornerstone of comprehensive oncology care, yet significant disparities in access and awareness persist. Nurses play an essential role in integrating fertility preservation education into routine care and ensuring equitable access for all patients. This webinar will provide an overview of the recently developed joint position statement by the Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON), the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS), and the Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology (CANO), which underscores the critical role of nurses in addressing this unmet need.
The session will explore the principles and recommendations outlined in the position statement, with a focus on how nurses can:
- Advocate for timely and inclusive discussions about fertility preservation.
- Mitigate barriers through the application of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principles.
- Enhance interdisciplinary collaboration to expand access to fertility preservation services.
Participants will also learn about the expanding roles of nurses in fertility preservation, including patient and family education, care coordination, and participation in research initiatives. Case studies will illustrate how nurses can effectively address systemic barriers—such as financial, cultural, and logistical challenges—while fostering patient-centered care.
By aligning with the joint position statement’s goals, this webinar aims to empower nurses to drive institutional and policy-level change. Thus, ensuring that patients are informed of risk of infertility and informed of cancer options for fertility preservation procedures.
*NOTE: Live Webinar link and evaluation are located in “My Courses- ACE Center” after registration is complete
Upon successful completion of this course, nurses will earn 1 NCPD. There are no pharmacology hours associated with this activity.
Association for Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurses is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 14513.
Individual Learning Needs Assessment (ILNA) Coding
The program content has been reviewed by the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) and is acceptable for recertification points. You may claim 1 NCPD in one of the following ILNA categories: Care Continuum, Psychosocial Dimensions of Care, OR Care of the Pediatric Hem/Onc Patient
Please reach out to the Education Team at education@aphon.org with your name, the email associated with your APHON account, and the above ILNA category you would like to have reflected on your certificate and APHON can update your completion certificate to reflect your choice.
Any questions? Contact education@aphon.org
