Integrative Oncology and Quality of Life
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Surviving cancer can make it feel like your world is falling apart, which is why whole patient care is so important. Join us as we talk with Top Doc Dr. Santosh Rao, Medical Director of Integrative Oncology for UH Connor Whole Health.
Integrative Oncology puts YOU at the center of the treatment plan to address symptoms caused by disease and treatment. It includes lifestyle changes, stress management, and symptom management and not only can it make you feel better, but it can also have a significant impact on your treatment and recovery.
Dr. Rao shares the benefits of combining conventional Western medicine with evidence-based complementary treatments like acupuncture, Reiki, massage nutrition, and yoga, along with some favorite resources:
Even if you don't have access to integrative oncology in your area, Dr. Rao has some great suggestions for things you can do to help yourself now to meet the medicine halfway.
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