NEW: The GWCIM Nirmal Goyal Cancer Fund
Understanding Cancer Treatment
Oncology is the medical specialty focused on the study and treatment of cancer. When a patient is diagnosed with cancer, they are referred to an oncologist, who develops a personalized treatment plan. This plan may include chemotherapy, surgery, radiation therapy, or a combination of these approaches. The goal of cancer treatment is to eliminate the cancer or limit its spread to other parts of the body. Western medicine has made substantial advances in combating cancer, both curing some patients and extending survival for many with advanced disease.
Integrative Oncology: maximizing survival and improving the quality of life
Often, patients with cancer need more than surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy to maximize survival and improve quality of life.
At GWCIM, we find that therapies aimed at supporting body functions, reducing stress, managing pain, improving energy, and providing emotional support are valuable complements to conventional treatment. Our Integrative Oncology specialists design individualized programs that work in conjunction with standard medical care, helping to reduce side effects, increase stamina, support tissue healing, enhance quality of life, and improve the chances of successful treatment outcomes.
Even for patients who have completed their cancer treatment, whether they achieved remission or not, the modalities of the GWCIM integrative care can help restore a sense of control and quality of their lives.
Specifically, we integrate the following treatments for the cancer plan:
- Naturopathic consultations with Dr. Paymon Sadrolsadot, ND, and Dr. Deirdre Orceyre, ND, who specialize in Integrative Oncology
- Internal and Functional Medicine with Dr. Mikhail Kogan, MD (for specific types of cancer only)
- Intravenous Therapy Supplementations
- European Mistletoe Injections
- Acupuncture for cancer-related symptoms such as nausea, weight loss, fatigue, insomnia, and pain with Tiffany Hoyt, LAc, Angela Gabriel, LAc, SEP, Deirdre Orceyre, ND, LAc, and Ashley Drapeau, L.Ac. PA-C.
- Metabolic cancer treatments that utilize:
- endocannabinoid system
- endogenous opioid system – through Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN)
- shifting metabolism from glucose to ketones by using ketogenic diet and other methods
- Infrared Light Therapy
- Nutritional Consultations
- Medical Cannabis for Cancer: for pain, side effects of chemotherapy, insomnia, depression, and anxiety
- Psychological support on an individual or group basis (Misty Embrey, MD, Sally Novak, LCSW, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Course)
- Reiki – gentle energy healing modality
- “QiGong for cancer patients” virtual group: coming soon
- Individualized movement consultations: QiGong, Yoga.
New Patient Inquiry FormTo schedule an appointment with an Integrative Oncology specialist, please submit the New Patient Inquiry Form. Your primary provider will meet with you first and, based on your needs, recommend additional integrative treatments.
Resources:
Watch these videos on Dr. Misha Kogan’s YouTube channel
Cannabis for Cancer and Cancer-Related Symptoms
