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MD, CCFP, MPH​
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A Passionate Women's Health and Breast Diseases Specialist, Innovative Educator and Creative Researcher
​Cancer Survivorship & OncoMenopause Specialist
DR. MUNA AL-KHAIFI
Transforming Cancer Survivorship Through Compassionate, Evidence-Based Care
An active researcher, educator, and invited public speaker, Dr. Al-Khaifi has presented her work on cancer survivorship, menopause, sexual health, and supportive oncology at numerous national and international conferences. Her scholarly interests focus on improving the quality of life of individuals living with and beyond cancer through innovative, patient-centered models of survivorship care.
She is committed to translating the latest evidence into meaningful clinical practice, advancing research that addresses the unmet needs of cancer survivors, and fostering collaboration across disciplines to improve long-term outcomes. Through her work in clinical innovation, medical education, and advocacy, Dr. Al-Khaifi strives to ensure that every patient receives compassionate, culturally safe, and evidence-based care throughout every stage.
Dr. Muna Al-Khaifi is a General Practitioner (GP) Oncologist at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto, where she serves as the Physician Lead of the Breast Diagnostic Clinic within the Department of Surgery. She is also an Onco-Menopause Specialist at the SHE-CAN (Sexual HEalth in breast CANcer) Clinic, Canada's first specialized clinic dedicated to the management of genitourinary syndrome of menopause in individuals with breast cancer. Dr. Al-Khaifi also works within the Cancer Survivorship Program at William Osler Health System, where she provides survivorship care for patients living with and beyond breast, skin, and gastrointestinal cancers.
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In addition to her clinical roles at Mount Sinai, Dr. Al-Khaifi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine at the University of Toronto. She is committed to advancing postgraduate medical education by developing innovative educational programs and fostering essential competencies such as empathy, cultural humility, and culturally safe care.
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Previously, Dr. Al-Khaifi completed a Master of Public Health at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto. She also founded and led the Breast Cancer Survivorship Program at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, helping to establish comprehensive survivorship services for breast cancer patients.
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Dr. Al-Khaifi is passionate about patient education, particularly in the field of breast cancer survivorship. She is dedicated to improving care for underserved and marginalized populations by examining how healthcare teams can better address the unique needs of women diagnosed with breast cancer. Her goal is to create healthcare environments that are culturally safe, inclusive, compassionate, and non-judgmental.
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Cancer
Survivorship
Supporting individuals beyond treatment through comprehensive, evidence-based survivorship care that addresses physical, emotional, and long-term health needs.
Menopause & Sexual Health
Providing specialized care for menopause and sexual health concerns after breast cancer, helping survivors improve comfort, confidence, and quality of life.
Education, Research & Advocacy
Advancing survivorship care through research, medical education, patient advocacy, and innovative programs that improve outcomes for individuals living with and beyond cancer.
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My Goal
To empower individuals living with and beyond breast cancer by providing trusted, evidence-based information, compassionate care, and practical resources that improve quality of life during survivorship.
I believe survivorship is more than the absence of disease—it is about helping people regain confidence, health, and well-being throughout the whole process, from diagnosis, during and after cancer treatment.
My Story
As a breast disease specialist, I have cared for countless women navigating the challenges of breast cancer. While many received excellent treatment during their diagnosis and active therapy, I noticed a common theme once treatment ended: many survivors felt uncertain, unsupported, and unsure of what came next.
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They shared their fears, ongoing symptoms, and unanswered questions. I witnessed the physical, emotional, and psychosocial challenges that often continue long after cancer treatment is complete. These conversations reinforced my belief that survivorship deserves the same attention, expertise, and compassion as cancer treatment itself.
That realization inspired me to create this website.
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My hope is that every breast cancer survivor who visits this space finds trustworthy information, practical guidance, and reassurance that they are not alone. I also hope this resource supports healthcare professionals in delivering comprehensive, evidence-based survivorship care so that together, we can improve life after cancer.
Recent Publications
Dr. Al-Khaifi’s research focuses on improving the quality of life and care of people living with and beyond cancer. Her research investigates the physical and psychosocial challenges cancer survivors face, including treatment side effects such as fatigue, pain, and issues related to sexual health. She has contributed to several review articles in these areas, helping to synthesize current evidence and guide clinical practice.
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