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JAMI FUKUI
UH CANCER CENTER ASSISTANT RESEARCHER
Translational and Clinical Research
“ Lifestyle changes are an important part of preventing recurrence for multiple types of cancers . We are excited to provide these opportunities to our patients in Hawai ‘ i as another way to support them through their survivorship journey .”
– JAMI FUKUI
Jami Fukui , MD , UH Cancer Center assistant researcher and physician at Kapi ‘ olani Medical Center for Women and Children is focused on breast cancer research , developing clinical trials protocols , and providing the best cancer care to the residents of Hawai ‘ i .
Fukui is leading a UH Cancer Center coordinated clinical trial to show how exercise improves the health , ftness and quality of life for breast cancer patients . Data suggests that physical activity may also reduce the risk of breast cancer recurrence . Body composition evaluations are done at baseline , at 12 weeks and then yearly to monitor for any changes . Te study is conducted in collaboration with the Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacifc along with the University of Hawai ‘ i Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Science Department .
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