Professional Articles

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PEER REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS

Bea, J, de Heer , H, Lane, T, Charley, B, Yazzie, E, Yellowhair, J, Hudson, J, Wertheim, BC, Schwartz, AL.  Restoring Balance: a physical activity intervention for Native American cancer survivors and their familial support persons.  In review NNHHR. 

Bea, J, Charley, B, de Heer , H, Lane, T, Yazzie, E, Yellowhair, J, Hudson, J, Wertheim, BC, Schwartz, AL.  Formative evaluation and adaptation of a Navajo cancer survivor physical activity intervention to serve a broader Native American cancer survivor community.  n review NNHHR.

Stout N, Brown, JC, Schwartz, AL, Campbell, AM, Neklyyudov, L, Zucker, D, Basen-Enquist, KM, Campbell, G, Meyerhardt, J, Cheville, AL, Covington, KR, Ligibel, JA, Sokolof, JM, Schmitz, KH, Alfano, C. An exercise oncology pathway: Screening and referral for personalized interventions. Cancer, March 2020.

Schwartz, AL. New Guidelines Call for Cancer Treatment Plans To Include Tailored Exercise Prescriptions. MedBridge, Accepted for 2020.

Schwartz, AL. New Exercise Oncology Guidelines Call for Paradigm Change. MedBridge, Accepted for 2020.

Campbell, KL, Winters-Stone, K, Wiskemann, J, May, AM, Schwartz, AL, Courneya, KS, Zucker, D, Matthews, C, Ligibel, J, Gerber, L, Morris, S, Patel, A, Hue, T, Perna, F, Schmitz, KH. American College of Sports Medicine Expert Consensus Statement on Exercise Guidelines for Cancer Survivors:  Report from the International, Multidisciplinary Roundtable.  Med Sci Sports Exerc 2019, October 16, 2019.

Schmitz, KH, Campbell, A, Stuiver, MM, Pinto, BM, Schwartz, AL, Morris, GS, Ligibel, JA, Cheville, A, Galvao, D, Alfano, CM, Patel, A, Hue, T, Gerber, L, Sallis, R, Gusani, N, Stout, NL, Chan, L, Flowers, F, Doyle, C, Helmrich, S, Bain, W, Sokolof, J, Winters-Stone, K, Campbell, KL, Matthews, CE. Exercise is medicine in oncology: Engaging clinicians to help patients move through cancer. CA: A journal for clinicians, October 16, 2019.

de Heer, H. D., Bea, J., Kinslow, B., Thuraisingam, R., Valdez, L., Yazzie, E., & Schwartz, A. L. (2019). Development of a Culturally Relevant Physical Activity Intervention for Navajo Cancer Survivors. Collaborations: A Journal of Community-Based Research and Practice, 2 (1).

Tuefel-Shone, N., Schwartz, A.L., Hardy, L., Williamson, H, de Heer, D. et al. Supporting New Community-Based Participatory Research Partnerships. International J of Environmental Research and Public Health, 2019, 14, 44 doi:10.3390/ijerph16010044 

Bea JW, de Heer H, Kinslow B, Valdez L, Yazzie E, Nez P, Dalgai S, Schwartz A; Perceptions of cancer causes, prevention, and treatment among Navajo cancer survivors. J Ca Ed, 2019 1-8. DOI 10.1007/s13187-019-01487-5

Dunn, D., Schwartz, A.L., Teufel-Shone, N.I., Meyer, L.A. Educational Program to Promote Resilience for Caregivers, Family Members, and Community Members in the Care of Elderly Native Americans who are Experiencing Memory Loss and Cognitive Decline. Visions: The Journal of Rogerian Nursing Science 2019, volume 25 issue 2.

Hulen, E., Hardy, L, Sanderson, P., Schwartz, A.L., Preliminary Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR): A Dynamic Process of Healthcare Provider Perceptions and American Indian Patients Resilience. Journal of Healthcare for the Poor and Underserved. Feb, 2019.

Schwartz, AL, de Heer, HD, Bea, JW. (2017).  Initiating Exercise Interventions to Promote Wellness in Cancer Patients and Survivors. ONCOLOGY October Issue.

de Heer H, Valdez L, Schwartz A, et al. Physical activity among Navajo cancer survivors: a qualitative study. Med Sci Sports Exerc. 2017;49(suppl 5S):1090.

Bea, JW, de Heer, D, Valdez, L, Kinslow, B, Yazzie,E, Lee, M, Nez, P,  Dalgai, S, Schwartz, A. Physical activity among Navajo cancer survivors, a qualitative study. J Cancer Ed. In review

Hulen, E., Hardy, L., Teufel-Shone, N., Sanderson, P, Schwartz, A.L., Pinn, J and Cruz, B (2017).Preliminary Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR): A Dynamic Process of Healthcare Provider Perceptions and American Indian Patients Resilience

Journal of Health Care for the Poor and Undeserved (In review)

Darroch, F, Sanderson, P, Brooks-Cleator, L, Schwarz, A, Joseph, D, Nosker, R. The USA does CAIR about Cultural Safety: Examining Cultural Safety within Indigenous Health Contexts in Canada and USA Journal of Transcultural Nursing. 2017 May;28(3):269-277 DOI 10.1177/1043659616634170

Hardy, L, Hughes, A, Hulen, E, Schwartz, A.L.  (2016) Implementing Qualitative Data Management Plans to Ensure Ethical Standards in Multi-partner Centers. Journal of Empirical Research on Human Research Ethics, 11(2),191-8

Toriola, A., et al. (2015). Effect of weight loss on bone health in overweight/obese postmenopausal breast cancer survivors. Breast Cancer Research and Treatment, 152(3), 637-643.

Schwartz, A.L., Biddle, M., & de Heer, D. (2015). Randomized trial of exercise and an online recovery tool to improve rehabilitation outcomes of cancer survivors. The Physician & Sportsmedicine, 43(2), 143-149. doi: 10.1080/00913847.2015.1005547

Heston, A., Schwartz, A.L., Justice-Gardner, H., & Hohman, K.H. (2015). Addressing the physical activity needs of cancer survivors by developing a nationally disseminated community-based exercise program: LIVESTRONG at the YMCA. Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing, 9(2), 213-217. doi: 10.1188/15.CJON.213-217

Winters-Stone, K.M., et al. (2013) Impact + resistance training improves bone health and body composition in prematurely menopausal breast cancer survivors: A randomized controlled trial. Osteoporos International, 24(5),1637-1646. doi: 10.1007/s00198-012-2143-2

Rock, C. L., et al. (2012), Nutrition and physical activity guidelines for cancer survivors. CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians, 62, 242–274. doi: 10.3322/caac.21142

Kushi, L.H., et al. American Cancer Society Guidelines on nutrition and physical activity for cancer prevention: Reducing the risk of cancer with healthy food choices and physical activity. CA Cancer: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians, 62(1), 30-67. doi: 10.3322/caac.20140.

Winters-Stone, K.M., Leo, C.L., & Schwartz, A.L. (2012). Exercise effects on hip bone mineral density in older, postmenopausal breast cancer survivors are age dependent. Archives of Osteoporosis, 7(1-2), 301-306.

Winters-Stone, K.M., et al. (2012). A prospective models of care for breast cancer rehabilitation: Bone health and arthralgia in breast cancer survivors. Cancer. Article first published online: 6 APR 2012. doi: 10.1002/cncr.27462

Schwartz, A.L. Mortality, accelerated aging and cardiopulmonary function in breast cancer survivorship. (2012). Journal of Clinical Oncology. Editorial.

Schmitz, K.H., Prosnitz, R.G., & Schwartz, A.L., Carver, J.R. (2010). Prospective surveillance and management of cardiac toxicity and health in breast cancer survivors. Cancer. Article first published online: 6 APR 2012. doi: 10.1002/cncr.27462

Winters-Stone, K.M., Dobek, J., Bennett, J.A., Nail, L.M., Leo, M.C., & Schwartz, A.L. (2012). The effect of resistance training on muscle strength and physical function in older, postmenopausal breast cancer survivors: A randomized controlled trial. Journal of Cancer Survivorship, 6(2),189-199.

Wolin, K.Y., Schwartz, A.L., Matthews, C.E., Courneya, K.S., & Schmitz, K.H. (2011). Implementing the ACSM exercise guidelines for cancer survivors. Journal of Supportive Oncology,10(5),171-177.

Winters-Stone, K.M., et al. (2011). Erratum to: Strength training stops bone loss and builds muscle in postmenopausal breast cancer survivors: A randomized, controlled trial. Breast Cancer Research and Treatment. 127(2).

Winters-Stone, K.M., et al. (2011). Stength training stops bone loss and builds muscle in postmenopausal breast cancer survivors: A randomized, controlled trial. Breast Cancer Research and Treatment, 127(2), 447-456.

Schwartz, A.L. Exercise for life and equine therapy. (2011, January). National Lymphedema Network LymphLink newsletter.

Schmitz, K.H., et al. (2010). American College of Sports Medicine roundtable on exercise guidelines for cancer survivors. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 42(7),1409-1426.

Winters-Stone, K.M., Schwartz, A.L. & Nail, L.M. (2010). A review of exercise interventions to improve bone health in adult cancer survivors. Journal of Cancer Survivorship, 4(3), 187-201.

Schwartz, A.L., & Winters-Stone, K. (2009). Effects of 12-month randomized controlled trial of aerobic or resistance exercise during and following cancer treatment in women. Physician & Sports Medicine, 37(3), 62-67. doi: 10.3810/psm.2009.10.1730

Schwartz, A.L. (2009). Fatigue in long term cancer survivors. Journal of Oncology Nursing.

Wilkie, D. (2009). Randomized clinical trial of computerized exercise education for patients; Cancer-related fatigue reduced. Journal of Pain and Symptom Management.

Winters-Stone, K., Nail, L.M., Bennett, J.A., & Schwartz, A.L. (2009). Bone Health and falls: Fracture risk in Breast Cancer Survivors with Chemotherapy-Induced Amenorrhea. Oncology Nursing Forum, 36(3), 315-325.

Schwartz, A.L. (2008). Fatigue and exercise. The Oncology Nurse, 31, 51-52.

Schwartz, A.L. (2008). Physical Activity. Oncology Nursing Forum, 24(3),164-170.

Winters-Stone, K.M., Reiner, A., Dobek, J., Nail, L., Bennett, J., & Schwartz, A.L. (2008). Randomized, controlled trial of resistance exercise in older breast cancer survivors: Preliminary findings. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 40(5), S112.

Schwartz, A.L. (2008). Development of the Schwartz Cancer Fatigue Scale. Patient Reported Outcomes, 39, 1-2.

Winters-Stone, K.M., Bennett, J.A.,  Nail, L., Schwartz, A.L. (2008). Strength, physical activity and age predict fatigue in older breast cancer survivors. Oncology Nursing Forum 35(5), 815-821.

Schwartz, A.L. (2007) Understanding and treating cancer-related fatigue. The Oncology Nurse, 21, 30-34.

Beck, S.L., Schwartz, A.L., Towsley, G. & Dudley, W. Psychometric evaluation of the Pittsburg Sleep Quality Index in cancer patients. Journal of Pain and Symptom Management, 27(2), 140-148.

Winters-Stone, K, Nail, L, & Schwartz, A.L. (2007) Fracture risk factors in breast cancer survivors with chemotherapy-induced amenorrhea. Journal of Bone and Mineral Research, 22, S189.

Schwartz, A.L. (2007). Understanding and treating cancer-related fatigue. Oncology 21(11 Suppl Nurse Ed), 30-34.

Schwartz, A.L., Winters-Stone, K., & Gallucci, B. (2007). Exercise effects on bone mineral density in women with breast cancer receiving adjuvant chemotherapy. Oncology Nursing Forum, 34(3),627-633.

Schwartz, A.L., (2007). Exercise Regimen Reduces Fatigue. Oncology, 21(4), 37-39.

Schwartz, A.L. (2006). In-Depth Report: Prostate Cancer and Exercise. Johns Hopkins Prostate Bulletin, Summer, 8-22.

Winters, K., et al. (2006). Amount or type of physical activity is not associated with body composition in premenopausal breast cancer survivors or controls. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 37(5), 272.

Schwartz, A.L. (2004). Physical activity after a cancer diagnosis: Psychosocial outcomes. Cancer Investigations, 22(1), 82-92.

Schwartz, A.L. (2003). Physical activity and exercise in the management of cancer-related fatigue. Japanese Journal of Nursing Research, 36, 79-85.

Schwartz, A.L., Thompson, J.T., & Masood, N. (2002). Interferon induced fatigue In melanoma: A pilot study of exercise and methylphenidate. Oncology Nursing Forum, 29,7, e85-e91.

Schwartz, A.L. et al. (2002). Measurement of fatigue: Determining minimally important clinical differences. Journal of Clinical Epidemiology, 55, 239-244.

Kagan, S., Ponto, J., Schwartz, A.L. (2002). Managing anemia in patients with cancer. Educational tool kit for nurses. Greenwich, CT: QD Healthcare, Inc.

Schwartz, A.L., Mori, M., Gao, R, Nail, L.M., & King, B. (2001). Exercise reduces daily fatigue in women with breast cancer receiving chemotherapy. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 33, 718-723.

Wilke, D.J., et al. (2001). Cancer symptom control: Feasibility of a tailored interactive computerized program for patients. Family & Community Health, 24(3), 48-62.

Schwartz, A.L. (2001). Commentary: Structured exercise improves physical functioning in women with stage I and II Breast Cancer: Results of a randomized controlled trial. Journal of Evidence Based Oncology, 140-141.

Schwartz, A.L. (2000). Daily fatigue pattern and effect of exercise in women with breast cancer receiving chemotherapy. Cancer Practice, 1, 16-24.

Schwartz, A.L., et al. (2000). Fatigue patterns observed in patients receiving chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Cancer Investigation, 11-19.

Meek, P.M., et al. (2000). Psychometric testing of fatigue instruments for use with cancer patients. Nursing Research, 49(4), 181-190.

Schwartz, A. (2000). Roundtable: Rehabilitation after chemotherapy. BioMechanics, 7(8), 23-34.

Schwartz, A.L. (2000). Exercise and weight gain in breast cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. Cancer Practice, 8, 231-237.

Schwartz, A.L. (2000). Talking to your patients about exercise. Fatigue Forum, Fall.

Bond, E.F., & Schwartz, A. (1999). Acute care nurse practitioners: National and regional trends in practice and education. Puget Sound ONS Quarterly, 22, 8-10.

Nail, L.M., & Schwartz, A.L. (1999). Management of cancer-related fatigue. Continuing education slide kit. Raritan, NJ: OrthoBiotec.

Schwartz, A.L. (1999). Fatigue mediates the effects of exercise on quality of life in women with breast cancer. Quality of Life Research, 8, 529-538.

Schwartz, A.L. & Meek, P. (1999). Additional content validity of the Schwartz Cancer Fatigue Scale. Journal of Nursing Measurement, 7, 35-45.

Nail, L.M., et al. (1998). Planning and conducting a multi-institutional project on fatigue. Oncology Nursing Forum, 25, 1398-1403.

Schwartz, A.L. (1998). Patterns of exercise and fatigue in physically active cancer survivors. Oncology Nursing Forum, 25, 485-491.

Schwartz, A.L. (1998). The Schwartz Cancer Fatigue Scale: Testing reliability and validity. Oncology Nursing Forum, 25, 711-717.