VIDEO: B.C.’s first cancer physiatrist improving patients’ lives with movement

BC Cancer Kelowna is improving outcomes for patients by implementing movement and exercise from the moment of diagnosis.
Dr. Lauren Capozzi is based in Kelowna and the first cancer physiatrist in the province, as well as one of nine in Canada. She launched the new referral-based program in September 2025 and has helped more than 100 patients.
Capozzi said she works closely with the oncology team as well as physical and occupational therapists, dieticians, and other health professionals on the fu