Fighting Cancer Differently: Insights from Dr. Francisco Contreras, Surgical Oncologist

What if cancer care went beyond just attacking tumors and focused on healing your whole body?

In this episode of the Heal Navigator Podcast, Dr. Francisco Contreras, MD, surgical oncologist and medical director of Oasis of Hope Hospital in Tijuana, Mexico, shares over 40 years of experience treating patients with advanced cancer through integrative, whole-person care, especially when conventional options have failed.

Dr. Contreras shares the philosophy that guides Oasis: “First, do no harm” paired with deep compassion, scientific rigor, and long-term support.

You'll hear how patients are transformed from “victims into victors” through immune-based therapies, personalized metabolic protocols, and a treatment model that prioritizes healing at every level physical, emotional, and spiritual.

We cover:

Special Offer: Patients who book through Heal Navigator receive a $3,000 grant toward treatment at Oasis of Hope.

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📞 Book your free call: https://healnavigator.com/speak-with-an-advisor/ 

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🔗 Resources & Links

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Cannabis Oil & Fenbendazole: A Guide for Cancer Patients Exploring Alternatives

In this episode, we sit down with Janna Champagne, a board-certified master herbalist, cannabis consultant, and integrative medicine professor who’s worked with thousands of patients navigating complex conditions including cancer.

Together, we unpack the surge in cannabis oil interest, especially in combination with therapies like Fenbendazole, and explore the questions patients are asking most:

✅ Why so many say “CBD didn’t work” and what might actually be behind that

She also walks us through key FAQs, including:

If you’re overwhelmed by the options or unsure what’s safe to try, this episode is for you.

🌿 Want personalized guidance from Janna? Book a remote consultation with her here.

Resources & Links Mentioned:

Managing Cancer Symptoms with Cannabis: A Comprehensive Guide 👉 https://healnavigator.com/blog/managing-cancer-symptoms-with-cannabis/

Recommended device for making FECO oil: Green Oil Machine 👉  https://www.greenhorus.com/product-page/green-oil-machine

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The information in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always speak with your healthcare provider before beginning new treatments.

“They gave me a death sentence. I chose something else.”

When Jerald Wilks was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, doctors told him he had just months to live without chemotherapy. The prognosis was grim—and the pressure to start conventional treatment was immediate.

But Jerald paused.

With the support of his wife and integrative doctor, he began searching for alternatives. That search led him to Heal Navigator, who helped him compare vetted clinics offering immune-supportive, whole-person care.

Now, over two years later, Jerald is thriving with no evidence of disease.

In this powerful and emotional episode, Jerald shares:

If you're questioning your next step — or feeling alone in this process — Jerald’s story might be exactly what you need to hear today.

👇 And come say hi in the Heal Navigator Facebook group — you’ll find Jerald there, sharing his experience and offering support. https://www.facebook.com/groups/HealNavigator/ 

What If You Could Use Your Own Tumor Data to Guide Cancer Treatment?

🎙️ In this episode, we speak with Dr. Padman Vamadevan and Ben Whately of Astron Health, a precision oncology company using advanced data analysis and repurposed medications to personalize care — based on your cancer's unique molecular profile.

What you’ll hear:

If you’ve ever wondered why a treatment worked for someone else but not you… this one’s worth a listen.

Wondering if this could apply to your case? Speak with our team to explore whether Astron’s personalized protocols might align with your treatment path 👉 https://healnavigator.com/speak-with-an-advisor/

What if the future of cancer treatment is already here—but not yet available in the U.S.?

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. Matt Halpert, a leading cancer immunologist and the mind behind a groundbreaking double -loaded dendritic cell therapy that’s showing real promise—even for late stages of cancer.

Dr. Halpert spent over a decade researching immunotherapy at Baylor College of Medicine. Today, he’s helping patients access this innovative treatment at the Immunocine Cancer Center in Mexico, where it’s already being used while clinical trials continue in the U.S.

You’ll learn:

How dendritic cell therapy works to reprogram the immune system to target cancer

Why this therapy is different from other immune-based or checkpoint treatments

Where it’s available now—and how patients are accessing it outside the U.S.

What it could mean for people who can’t afford to wait for FDA approval

Click to schedule a call with a Heal Navigator advisor to talk through your options.

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What is metabolic cancer therapy—and why are more patients asking about it?

In this episode, we spoke with author and researcher Travis Christofferson to explore the science, the promise, and the growing interest around metabolic therapies and repurposed drugs in cancer care.

We break down how this emerging field could support traditional treatments and offer new options—especially for those looking beyond standard protocols.

🔍 In this episode:

The promise of repurposed drugs like Metformin and Mebendazole

How ketogenic diets may influence cancer metabolism

Synthetic lethality explained in plain language

Why these approaches may work alongside—not instead of—standard treatment

📞 Curious about metabolic therapy? Speak with a Heal Navigator Advisor for guidance

🎧 Learn more about our Metabolic Optimization Program 

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In this deeply personal and inspiring conversation, Maggie Lyons bravely shares her journey navigating a stage 4 cancer diagnosis and her decision to explore integrative and alternative therapies.

She recounts the significant challenges she faced during her treatment and the pivotal moment that led her to seek alternative options at a specialized clinic in Tijuana, Mexico.

Maggie highlights the clinic's treatment philosophy, emphasizing its focus on repairing and bolstering the body's natural immune system. She also provides important insights into the financial realities of pursuing alternative treatments and the indispensable value of emotional support throughout her cancer journey.

If Maggie's story resonates with you and you're curious about exploring integrative and alternative treatment centers, please connect with us here: 👉 https://healnavigator.com/which-treatment-center-is-right-for-you/