Sonia Strachan

Prostate Cancer Support Nurse

Sonia Strachan is a Prostate Cancer Support Nurse, her role provides an essential local resource for men and their families who are undergoing treatment for prostate cancer and also focuses on education and awareness of early detection and treatment.

Sonia said: “My role is to work in conjunction with the patient’s medical team, provide ongoing support to
diagnosed men and their families, assist patients in understanding their diagnosis and treatment plan, and
coordinate their care — offering support and referring to relevant services. This can be from diagnosis,
Recurrence and end stage care.”

Sonia has a Bachelor of Nursing,Graduate Diploma of Palliative Care & has completed the La Trobe University Prostate Cancer Nurse Course.