Lacey, Judith; Huston, Alissa; Lopez, Gabriel; Vozmediano, Julia Ruiz; Lam, Chun Sing; Narayanan, Santhosshi; Lu, Weidong; Wolf, Ursula; Subbiah, Ishwaria M; Richard, Patrick; Lopez, Ana Maria; Rao, Santosh; Frenkel, Moshe (2024). Establishing an Integrative Oncology Service: Essential Aspects of Program Development. Current Oncology Reports, 26(3), pp. 200-211. Springer 10.1007/s11912-024-01504-x
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW
Over the last 2 decades, integrative oncology (IO) has seen exponential growth within cancer care. It aims to combine evidence-based complementary therapies with conventional treatments to improve the well-being and quality of life for individuals dealing with cancer. The proliferation of integrative medicine programs in major cancer centers globally reflects varying approaches shaped by cultural, demographic, and resource-based factors.
RECENT FINDINGS
Drawing upon the expertise of leaders in IO from the Society for Integrative Oncology (SIO) Clinical Practice Committee, this manuscript serves as a practical guide for establishing an IO practice. Collating insights from diverse professionals, including oncologists, integrative oncologists, supportive care physicians, researchers, and clinicians, the paper aims to provide a comprehensive roadmap for initiating and advancing IO services. The primary objective is to bridge the gap between conventional cancer care and complementary therapies, fostering a patient-centric approach to address the multifaceted challenges encountered by individuals with cancer. This paper delineates several key sections elucidating different aspects of IO practice. It delves into the core components necessary for an IO service's foundation, outlines the initial medical consultation process, and presents crucial tools essential for successful consultations. By consolidating insights and expertise, this manuscript seeks to facilitate the integration of IO into mainstream cancer care, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes and experiences.
Item Type: |
Journal Article (Review Article) |
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Division/Institute: |
04 Faculty of Medicine > Medical Education > Institute of Complementary and Integrative Medicine (IKIM) |
UniBE Contributor: |
Wolf, Ursula |
Subjects: |
600 Technology > 610 Medicine & health |
ISSN: |
1534-6269 |
Publisher: |
Springer |
Language: |
English |
Submitter: |
Pubmed Import |
Date Deposited: |
19 Feb 2024 14:19 |
Last Modified: |
08 Mar 2024 00:16 |
Publisher DOI: |
10.1007/s11912-024-01504-x |
PubMed ID: |
38358637 |
Uncontrolled Keywords: |
Cancer care Complementary medicine Integrative oncology Patient-centered care Practice guidelines Supportive care |
BORIS DOI: |
10.48350/192951 |
URI: |
https://boris.unibe.ch/id/eprint/192951 |
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