Dr. Katie Deming and Dr. Karlfeldt discussed alternative cancer treatment approaches, emphasizing the importance of considering the whole person, including the emotional, spiritual, and subconscious aspects. Dr. Deming highlighted the significance of addressing the subconscious mind in the healing process, while sharing the personal journey of self-discovery and transformation. They discussed the challenges and opportunities in cancer treatment, including the integration of alternative medicine, and emphasized the importance of acknowledging and addressing emotional trauma in cancer patients. They also explored the impact of language on cancer patients' experiences, suggesting that terms like 'survivor' and 'battle' can be problematic and perpetuate negative thought patterns.

Action Items

• Educate patients on the mind-body connection and how beliefs can impact health outcomes. Emphasize teaching people to use their mind as a powerful tool.
• Encourage patients to address their health from a holistic perspective including physical, emotional, mental and spiritual components.
• Continue research into factors that contribute to health and ways to prevent disease by getting "ahead of the river" metaphor.
• Launch season two of the "Born to Heal" podcast focusing on sharing expert guests and Dr. Deming's learning journey.

Dr. Karlfeldt and Dr. Katie Deming, both radiation oncologists, share their personal journeys and insights on integrative cancer treatments. Dr. Karlfeldt reflects on his journey from college volunteer to medical school to 20 years of practice, while Dr. Katie discusses why she left radiation oncology to pursue integrative medicine aimed at preventing cancer.

• Dr. Katie experienced a shared death experience in 2020, leading to a change in perspective on her career.
• Despite her husband's lack of support, she left radiation oncology in 2022 after realizing something was wrong and shifted her focus to preventing cancer.

Both emphasize the importance of understanding why people develop cancer and how to maintain overall health. They discuss the successes and limitations of cancer treatments, including emotional impacts and nutritional considerations.

• They discuss a paradigm shift towards healing and emotional work in cancer treatment.
• The term "survivor" in the context of cancer elicits negative reactions from patients, prompting a discussion on language use in cancer treatment and its impact on patients' identities and perceptions.

Highlighting the significance of mindful language use, suggesting terms that empower individuals rather than perpetuating a disease label. The importance of holistic healing and the mind-body connection in cancer treatment is emphasized by both doctors.

• They discuss the significance of investigating and addressing emotional trauma alongside physical treatments.
• Collaboration between alternative and allopathic medicine is encouraged, despite initial hesitations and liability concerns from doctors.
• Patients are increasingly demanding a more active role in their care and seeking alternative sources of healing.

Dr. Katie shares her journey of transitioning from Western medicine to holistic healing, reflected in her podcast "Born to Heal," where she interviews experts on healing and wellness. Her podcast is available on various platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and her website, katiedeming.com.

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