What is Integrative oncology?
Integrative Oncology combines complementary and naturopathic therapies with conventional medicine. These therapies work alongside standard treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation to support the body, mind, and spirit. Integrative Oncology aims to address treatment goals, manage side effects, relieve distress, and potentially improve treatment outcomes and adherence.
At GWCIM, Integrative Oncology services are not an alternative to conventional treatments but are complementary, supporting wellness during medical cancer treatments.
What therapies are considered part of Integrative Oncology?
- Biologically based practices – functional and naturopathic medicine, vitamins, herbs, foods, IV therapy.
- Body-based practices – acupuncture, massage, Cranio-Sacral Therapy, yoga therapy, reflexology.
- Energy medicine – Reiki, Qi Gong, therapeutic touch.
- Mind-body methods – mindfulness, biofeedback, mediation, Somatic Experiencing, relaxation, guided imagery, hypnosis, yoga, music therapy, creative/expressive therapies, and spirituality.
- Other medical delivery systems – Chinese medicine (acupuncture, herbal medicine, QiGong), Ayurveda, homeopathy, and naturopathy.
Our providers
- Dr. Deirdre Orceyre, ND, LAc.
- Paymon Sadrolsadot, ND. (MD – Iran, LAc – Canada)
Our providers have received training in complementary nutritional support to reduce side effects and improve efficacy and tolerance of conventional cancer treatments, including surgery, chemotherapies, radiation and hormonal treatments.
Dr. Orceyre is a member of the Society for Integrative Oncology (SIO) and the Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians (OncANP). Dr. Sadrolsadot studied and practiced Western Medicine in Iran, Chinese medicine in China, and Naturopathic medicine in Canada.
After consulting with one of our Cancer Specialists, you may be recommended to see other GWCIM providers for various services to support your treatment as needed.
GWCIM offers multiple IV therapies including European Mistletoe, Myers and phosphatidylcholine to support cancer patients.
