Dr. Tieraoana Low Dog is an internationally recognized expert in integrative medicine, natural products and women’s health. She is a frequent lecturer, teacher, and writer of books such as Fortify Your Life, Healthy at Home, and Life is Your Best Medicine. Dr. Low Dog is a founding member of the American Board of Physician Specialties: American Board of Integrative Medicine and the Academy of Women’s Health. Given her vast experience on dietary supplements and herbal medicine, she has been elected Chair for numberous dietary supplements and botanical panels for the US Pharmacopeia for more than 15 years, as well as numerous other awards and appointments in her illustrious career. Dr. Low Dog shares insight not only as a gifted healer and educator, but also as someone who has been diagnosed with advanced cancer years ago.

In this first part, we discuss the use of natural products and other insights Dr. Low Dog has for those affected by cancer.

We discuss the history of the Society for Integrative Oncology (SIO) and Highlights for the SIO 2019 Conference in New York with Dr. Jun Mao, who is the Chief of the Integrative Medicine Service at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) and a former President of SIO. The conference is hosted by MSKCC, one of the leading cancer centers in the world, where the Integrative Medicine Service, the first of its kind in an US academic cancer center, is celebrating its 20th year since inception. We get a fascinating look at the services offered and how they are influencing integrative cancer care through education, clinical practices, and research. The conversation later focuses on research in acupuncture for symptom management in cancer patients, including neuropathy and pain.

Join Dr. Donald Abrams, an integrative oncologist at the UCSF Osher Center, as he discusses the science and uses of cannabis in cancer patients. Dr. Abrams is a former past president of SIO and co-author of the book, “Integrative Oncology”, with Dr. Andrew Weil. He is an expert on cannabis and cancer, a researcher and frequent lecturer on this topic.

We dive into Mindfulness Meditation and research as it applies to cancer. We also discuss practical tips on how to be mindful and stay present when facing cancer, as taught in the book "Mindfulness Based Cancer Recovery".

Welcome to Integrative Oncology Talk, where we discuss the latest science and opinions from leading voices in integrative oncology. Integrative oncology utilizes complementary therapies and lifestyle strategies to help those affected by cancer, using personalized approaches and evidence-based recommendations. Dr. Santosh Rao, a medical oncologist and integrative oncologist, hosts this podcast, with support from the Society for Integrative Oncology, an international multidisciplinary organization whose mission is to advance the science and education of integrative oncology worldwide.

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We talk about the importance of social support as a foundation for health, the effects of stress on cancer, and how different aspects of health can build on each other. We also learn about the book "Anticancer Living: Transform Your Life and Health With the Mix of Six".

Welcome to Integrative Oncology Talk, where we discuss the latest science and opinions from leading voices in integrative oncology. Integrative oncology utilizes complementary therapies and lifestyle strategies to help those affected by cancer, using personalized approaches and evidence-based recommendations. Dr. Santosh Rao, a medical oncologist and integrative oncologist, hosts this podcast, with support from the Society for Integrative Oncology, an international multidisciplinary organization whose mission is to advance the science and education of integrative oncology worldwide.

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You can reach the show with questions and/or suggestions at: [email protected]