Frani graduated from CPF Oncology Yoga April 18, 2026.

Cassandra graduated from CPF Oncology Yoga April 18, 2026.

Maureen Jenci Shelton, MDiv, ACPE Certified Educator, Senior CBCT Teacher and CCSH Registered Teacher presented to the Oncology Yoga Trainees April 18, 2026. Maureen attended Candler School of Theology of Emory University and completed her MDiv in 1991. She then went on to pursue her Chaplain Residency through the Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) at Emory Healthcare’s Clinical Pastoral Education program. Upon completion of her Residency, she began her training to become an A

Ally Haines is an Occupational Therapist at Emory University Hospital. She presented to the Oncology Yoga Trainees April 18, 2026. She is an occupational therapist working in acute care, with experience in neurological, orthopedic, critical care, and oncology populations. A proud “double Gator,” she earned both my Bachelor’s degree in Health Education and Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from the University of Florida in 2021, and is especially passionate about supporting ge

Cristina Sanchez, a Doctor of Physical Therapy graduate from Emory University School of Medicine, is an Acute Care Rehabilitation Aide at Emory Healthcare. Her background reflects a strong focus on clinical training and patient care. She presented to the Oncology Yoga Trainees April 18, 2026. Within the Emory Healthcare environment, Cristina supports rehabilitative care activities. Prior to this, Cristina gained experience through student physical therapist roles at Encompass

A radiation oncologist, Natalie A. Ridge, DO, MS, specializes in the treatment of breast and lung cancer. Dr. Ridge sees patients at Winship Cancer Institute's Clifton campus. She is an assistant professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Emory University School of Medicine. Dr. Ridge earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She holds a Master of Science in Biology from Saint Joseph's University and a Master of Sci

Jasmine Malhotra, MD, MA, is a board-certified physician in physical medicine and rehabilitation with fellowship training in cancer rehabilitation medicine. She presented to CPF Oncology Yoga trainees April 18, 2026. Dr. Malhotra is passionate about improving people’s lives at Emory Winship Cancer Institute. She works with patients to understand the issues they experience due to their cancer care and develops rehabilitative treatment options to help restore their physical fun

Barb is now teaching this class in addition to the Chair yoga class at Mandarin Yoga Den.

Dr. Manila Gaddh was a guest speaker at the CPF Oncology Yoga Training in Atlanta, Georgia one April 18, 2026. She was a wondeful speaker! Board certified in medical oncology, hematology and internal medicine, Manila Gaddh, MD, specializes in the treatment of bleeding and clotting disorders, in particular thrombotic disorders, inherited and acquired thrombophilias and cancer-assocated thrombosis. Dr. Gaddh began practicing with Emory Healthcare in 2012. Dr. Gaddh is an associ

Michele has been organizing the oncology yoga class at Advent Health, located on Moody Blvd. in Palm Coast, FL, for many years. She graduated from CPF training on May 31, 2015. The class she has led for over ten years takes place on Tuesday mornings from 10:00 to 11:15 AM. You can find the class in the main hospital classroom D. During this time, the name of the facility changed from Florida Hospital to Advent Health. Despite these transitions, Michele has continued to teach

Yoga therapy offers comfort and empowerment during chemotherapy by helping patients manage pain, fatigue, and anxiety. Through gentle movement and mindful breathing, participants can rebuild strength and confidence. The Christina Phipps Foundation connects cancer survivors and patients with certified instructors trained to provide this compassionate care.

Kylie graduated from CPF Oncology Yoga training in Wilmington, North Carolina on September 28, 2025. She will be teaching in Wilmington,...

Trish graduated from CPF Oncology Yoga training in Wilmington, North Carolina on September 28, 2025. She will be teaching in Wilmington,...

Sydney graduated from CPF Oncology Yoga training in Wilmington, North Carolina on September 28, 2025. She will be teaching in Wilmington,...

Lillian graduated from CPF Oncology Yoga training in Wilmington, North Carolina on September 28, 2025. She will be teaching in...