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Integrative Cancer Care
Cancer is one of the most difficult things a person can face. At VCIM, we provide supportive care for people at all stages of their cancer journey.
What is integrative cancer care?
Integrative cancer care incorporates several approaches to support those going through a cancer journey. Our goal with care is to improve outcomes, quality of life, and prolong remission. NDs or MDs who practice integrative cancer care, have a focus in whole-person supportive care for people with cancer. This knowledge base includes understanding of your conventional treatments, medications, their side effects, and interactions.
The body needs a lot of support to undergo and recover from necessary cancer treatments. We’re here to support you in navigating the cancer journey. Our focus is on supporting your body through treatment, and helping you repair and heal after it’s all done.
Note:
Our role is supportive. Our care is not in lieu of your oncologist. Our care is not a fit sadly, for those that have very advanced disease, impacting basic daily living ability such as moving and eating, who require palliative hydromorphone. We are not a last resort. With blessings.
How it works
Your treatment will be created specifically for you, and will shift depending on where you are in your cancer journey, and what needs supporting.
In general, around the world, there are several areas and layers of treatment available for cancer care:
Drug therapies, radiation, and surgery
Cellular therapies and gene therapies (currently only available in private care centres )
Anti-cancer IV therapies, and supportive IV therapies, and other treatments.
Specialized supplement regimes
Detoxification and inflammation reduction therapies - support for the terrain or treatment of the microenvironment
Mental, emotional, and spiritual supports
Energetic work and nervous system regulation support
We can provide or refer, for layers 3 through 7.
How to begin Integrative Cancer Care at VCIM
Care starts with 4 appointments:
Initial Intake Appointment
This 2-hour initial assessment will involve collecting information, including current and past treatment, potential testing required, and listening to your specific concerns.
Physical Exam
A 45-minute physical exam will be performed by a naturopathic doctor to determine your body’s overall physical health.
Nutrition Education
During this appointment, we’ll cover any plans for nutritional support. You will receive a My Health Foundations and Nutrition Guidebook (personalized for you).
Assessment, Treatment Plan, and Education
In this 45-minute appointment, we’ll go through your assessment, treatment plan, and spend time educating you on your options for support.
Follow Ups
Follow-up appointments are generally 45-60 minutes and are scheduled every 6 weeks.
Request an appointment with our clinic.
Fill out an appointment request form online and our staff will get in touch as soon as possible.