A clinician's guide to integrative oncology : what you should be talking about with cancer patients and why

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This book is the definitive guide for oncologists, general medical practitioners and other healthcare professionals with an interest in integrative oncology. Guiding you on how to conduct the "ultimate consultation" from an integrative medicine perspective, this text is a valuable educational tool, presenting the latest evidence-based approaches to managing the cancer patient, as well as anecdotes and practical recommendations from Dr. Sali's decades of clinical experience as a leading expert in integrative oncology. Topics include the role of mind-body medicine in cancer, stress reduction, diet, sleep, sunshine and Vitamin D, exercise, vitamins and other supplements, supportive complementary medicines including Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture, and innovative investigative and treatment technologies. Written by two clinicians who are also educators and researchers, A Clinician's Guide to Integrative Oncology provides practical, evidence-based information and patient advice that clinicians can put into practice immediately. Read more... Abstract: This book is the definitive guide for oncologists, general medical practitioners and other healthcare professionals with an interest in integrative oncology. Guiding you on how to conduct the "ultimate consultation" from an integrative medicine perspective, this text is a valuable educational tool, presenting the latest evidence-based approaches to managing the cancer patient, as well as anecdotes and practical recommendations from Dr. Sali's decades of clinical experience as a leading expert in integrative oncology. Topics include the role of mind-body medicine in cancer, stress reduction, diet, sleep, sunshine and Vitamin D, exercise, vitamins and other supplements, supportive complementary medicines including Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture, and innovative investigative and treatment technologies. Written by two clinicians who are also educators and researchers, A Clinician's Guide to Integrative Oncology provides practical, evidence-based information and patient advice that clinicians can put into practice immediately Front Matter ....Pages i-xvii The Ultimate Consultation—An Overview (Kylie O’Brien, Avni Sali)....Pages 1-8 Let’s Talk About Stress (Kylie O’Brien, Avni Sali)....Pages 9-39 Nutrition (Kylie O’Brien, Avni Sali)....Pages 41-115 Sleep (Kylie O’Brien, Avni Sali)....Pages 117-161 Vitamin D and Sunshine (Kylie O’Brien, Avni Sali)....Pages 163-180 The Power of Movement: Integrating Exercise (Kylie O’Brien, Avni Sali)....Pages 181-229 Additional Therapies and Innovative Technologies (Kylie O’Brien, Avni Sali)....Pages 231-303 Bringing It All Together (Kylie O’Brien, Avni Sali)....Pages 305-317 Back Matter ....Pages 319-331