Integrative oncology is the study and treatment of cancer in adults by a combination of ‘Eastern’ and ‘Western’ methods. Cancer and related illnesses are always difficult, but their effects on the holistic wellbeing of the patient and their family are often under-addressed by purely western medical approaches.
At the Wellbeing Medical Group, we seek to use integrative medicine to support traditional chemotherapy, radiotherapy, surgery and immunotherapy. These are areas where Western medicine truly excels, but these treatments still have substantial limitations, drawbacks and side effects.
In addition to treating the primary patient, we seek to improve the wellbeing of the entire family. Family members can be devastated by a cancer diagnosis as well, and our holistic and psychological treatments seek to improve the mental and physical health of the entire family, improving the quality of life for all.
Integrative oncology is an approach that combines conventional cancer therapies (such as surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy) with complementary-integrative therapies, aiming to optimise the patient’s overall well-being and enhance the effectiveness of hospital treatments.
Hospital/conventional oncology focuses on eradicating cancer and controlling its spread, integrative oncology works in harmony with these treatments to support the body’s natural healing processes. Rather than replacing standard cancer therapies, integrative oncology complements them, addressing areas where traditional treatments may fall short, such as managing side effects, supporting immune function, and promoting overall wellbeing.
By combining the best of conventional and complementary therapies, integrative oncology aims to improve hospital treatment outcomes, support side effects, and enhance the patient’s quality of life.
One of the fundamental principles of integrative oncology is the personalised approach to each patient. Treatments are tailored to the individual based on their cancer, stage, and response to hospital treatments, as well as their personal preferences, health status, and lifestyle. This personalised care model ensures that patients receive therapies that align with their unique needs, increasing the likelihood of positive outcomes.
Integrated oncology is a revolutionary new way to approach the treatment of cancer. It seeks to combine the best of Western medicine with the best of alternative medicine. Most importantly, it applies alternative medicines and treatments in a way which does not limit the effectiveness of western treatments.
Yes, your oncologist should know that you are seeking integrated treatments. Ideally, there should be excellent communication between your oncologist and your integrated oncology team, in order to ensure you the best possible care, fastest recovery times and best overall outcomes.
Yes. One of integrated oncology’s greatest strengths is dealing with the side effects chemotherapy and other western anti-cancer therapies produce. The goal of integrated oncology is to reduce the effects, severity and duration of your side effects, to speed your recovery time and to help you live your best life while undergoing treatment.
Ideally, both. Pre-chemotherapy treatments can focus on improving your immunity, reducing your stress and generally putting you in the best position to receive treatment. Post-chemo, integrated oncology treatments can focus on minimising side effects and speeding your recovery.
Yes. We have integrated oncology specialists. Your care program will always be overseen by an expert in integrated cancer care, and each patient’s programme is designed bespoke with their needs and situation in mind.
Not generally. While IV therapies might involve a slight pinch and a little discomfort, the therapy is completely painless. And because our IV therapy specialists are very skilled, most patients report that they feel no pain from the procedures.
Yes, absolutely. Integrated oncology is Wellbeing Medical Group field of speciality, and all our doctors, nurses and coordinators know how to provide excellent care for people in all stages and degrees of illness.
We are medical professionals, we adhere strictly to the best hygiene practices of the medical and integrated care communities. Your health and wellbeing is our primary concern.
Wellbeing Medical Group thrives to keep your health the no.1 priority. Our staff are dedicated to work closely on your case and offer you the maximum support required to reaching optimized health goals. Each person is an individual for us and so is our approach.
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