Mr. Vijay C
Psycho - Oncologist
Mr. Vijay C is a Psycho-Oncologist at Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bangalore. He specializes in providing compassionate psychological care to patients and caregivers dealing with cancer and other life-limiting chronic conditions. With a strong academic foundation and training in narrative therapy, counseling psychology and psycho-oncology, Mr. Vijay adopts an integrative, evidence-based approach to address emotional and psychosocial challenges that may arise during such times.
He has experience in helping patients manage distress, anxiety, depression, body image concerns, non-pharmacological management of certain physical symptoms such as pain, sleep & fatigue and post-treatment (long-term survivorship) & end of life care related issues. Mr. Vijay also provides tailored guidance to caregivers, focusing on stress, burnout, and grief support. His expertise extends to chronic conditions such as fibromyalgia, where he works on improving quality of life through holistic interventions.
Dedicated to interdisciplinary care and continued learning, Mr. Vijay combines his clinical and research skills to offer holistic person-centered care that fosters resilience and mental well-being, which in turn could enhance overall quality of life and treatment outcomes.
For Patients
- Manage distress, anxiety, depression, and fear of recurrence
- Addressing psychosocial aspects of cancer and chronic conditions
- Navigate lifestyle changes like sleep, body image concerns and identity shifts
- Cope with treatment side effects and emotional strain
- Adjust to life after treatment or during survivorship
- Find meaning and support during end-of-life care
For Caregivers
- Address stress, burnout, and compassion fatigue
- Learn coping strategies for emotional challenges
- Gain guidance to balance caregiving responsibilities and personal well-being
- Find meaning and support during grief and bereavement
- Second Rank Holder – BA (Journalism), St Joseph’s University, Bengaluru
- First Rank Holder – M.Sc. (Counseling Psychology), St Joseph’s University, Bengaluru
- Best Paper Presentation, ‘Clinico-Psycho-Social Status and Quality of Life of Penile Cancer Survivors’ – Oncology Conundrums 2024, New Delhi
Memberships
- Early Career LI [77110335] - International Psycho-Oncology Society
- Lifetime Member [IAPC-2017-90976596] – Indian Association of Palliative Care
- International Affiliate [C2405058887] - American Psychological Association
- Member [98393253] - American Society of Clinical Oncology
- Associate Member [ICA23205288] - Indian Counseling Association
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