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Scott J. Capozza
MS, PT
Scott Capozza has worked as a physical therapist in a multidisciplinary survivorship clinic as well as an outpatient physical therapist dedicated to oncology rehabilitation. He received a Master of Physical Therapy degree from Ithaca College in 1999. Scott initially worked in pediatric physical therapy, including outpatient pediatrics, school-based physical therapy, and aquatic-based physical therapy, before making the transition to adult oncology rehabilitation.
Scott is among the first class of board-certified clinical specialists in oncologic physical therapy in the United States and serves as a SACE II Item Writer for the oncology certification exam through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists. He holds several leadership positions within the American Physical Therapy Association, including the APTA Media Corps and the Academy of Oncologic Physical Therapy.
Scott has taught as an adjunct professor in oncology physical therapy for both Sacred Heart University and Quinnipiac University in Connecticut and has delivered lectures in physical therapy programs around the country about the benefits of oncology rehabilitation. He has presented professionally on the local, state, and national levels and has been a coauthor on several peer-reviewed publications. He is also the coauthor of the chapter "Young Adult Survivors" in the Oncology Rehabilitation: A Comprehensive Guidebook for Clinicians textbook.
Courses with Scott J. Capozza
Browse Course CatalogAdolescents and Young Adults (AYAs) Living With Cancer: What to Know
Presented by Scott J. Capozza, MS, PT
Adolescents and Young Adults (AYAs) Living With Cancer: What to Know
Adolescents and young adults (AYAs) diagnosed with cancer have unique needs that are often not identified or addressed. The AYA population is often poorly defined as they do not fall within the definitions of the pediatric and older adult cancer populations. Because of this lack of understanding of who AYAs with cancer are, their needs are similarly misunderstood and subsequently not addressed. These needs are multidimensional and require a team approach. This educational module aims to concisely define who the AYA with cancer is, identify the unique needs and concerns facing this population, and offer strategies to address these unique concerns.
Rehabilitation Management of Adolescents and Young Adults With Cancer
Presented by Scott J. Capozza, MS, PT
Rehabilitation Management of Adolescents and Young Adults With Cancer
Adolescents and young adults (AYAs) diagnosed with cancer require rehabilitation services to effectively manage treatment side effects. They also require enhanced long-term surveillance. However, engaging AYAs in rehab services is challenging, resulting in poorer outcomes for AYAs. AYAs face unique barriers to rehabilitation, as well as other crucial services to enhance their quality of life, that are different from those of pediatric and older adult populations. In this module, the AYA population will be defined and the more common cancers in this age group will be identified. The rehabilitation needs of AYAs with cancer will be reviewed. The potential barriers for AYAs to access rehabilitation will be extensively examined, and tangible steps to address these barriers will be proposed through interactive discussion.
Late Effects of Childhood Cancers
Presented by Scott J. Capozza, MS, PT
Late Effects of Childhood Cancers
Children treated for cancer experience a myriad of short- and long-term adverse effects that require special attention. Rehabilitation professionals need to recognize these adverse effects and the potential impact on the overall physical development and psychological well-being of children with cancer. This course will educate clinicians on the most common types of cancer in the pediatric population, their associated treatments, and the potential adverse effects of treatment. The impact of these adverse effects on the normal gross motor and psychosocial development of children with cancer will be discussed. Assessment of the impact on the physical development of children with cancer will be reviewed. Finally, rehabilitation interventions to mitigate the short-term, long-term, and late effects of cancer treatment will be reviewed.
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