Naturopathic/Integrative Oncology 

At Mesa Natural Medicine, our Naturopathic/Integrative Oncology service is designed to support individuals navigating the complexities of their cancer journey. Cancer often affects more than just the physical body; it can impact your emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. That’s why we take a whole-person approach, tailoring our care to your unique needs. Through naturopathic and integrative methods, we aim to improve your quality of life before, during and after your cancer treatment journey.

A Comprehensive Approach to Cancer Care

While conventional treatments such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and radiation therapy play an essential role in treating cancer, patients often experience challenging adverse effects that can significantly impact quality of life. Our approach complements conventional cancer care by offering integrative and naturopathic options that help reduce adverse effects and enhance your overall well-being. Sometimes patients may have to take a break from or discontinue conventional care due to adverse effects, which then limits the therapeutic benefit they can receive. Our goal is that you have the best chance to complete your conventional treatment course in order to receive the maximum therapeutic benefit while promoting optimal quality of life through the whole process.

Our philosophy is rooted in supporting the body’s natural ability to heal while ensuring that our therapies are safe and do not interfere with conventional cancer treatments. We carefully review your records, including your oncology treatment regimen, medications, and medical history to create a personalized care plan that complements your oncology care without compromising its effectiveness.

 

Our Modalities Include:

  • Herbal Medicine: Carefully selected medicinal herbs that are safe to use alongside your conventional cancer care.
  • Nutritional Support: Tailored dietary recommendations that can help support immune function and quality of life.
  • Natural Medications: Nutraceuticals (natural supplements) and homeopathic remedies that help to optimize your health.

1. Reducing Adverse Effects

  • Conventional cancer treatment can cause a range of adverse effects, including nausea, fatigue, neuropathy, and digestive issues. Our integrative approach focuses on minimizing these challenges.

2. Supporting Conventional Treatment

  • Naturopathic and integrative medicine can offer strategies that may help improve the efficacy of your conventional cancer treatment.

3. Supporting Immune Function

  • Our approach helps to support immune function to improve your body’s vitality.

4. Enhancing Quality of Life

  • Beyond physical symptoms, we help to address emotional and mental well-being. Stress, anxiety, and depression are common during cancer treatment, and we provide tools to help you cope. These may include stress-reducing practices, such as mindfulness techniques, relaxation strategies, and lifestyle adjustments to improve your overall resilience.

5. Ensuring Safety and Compatibility

  • A cornerstone of our integrative oncology care is ensuring that our approach works harmoniously with your conventional cancer care. We thoroughly review your oncology regimen to avoid potential interactions between natural medicines and conventional treatments. Your safety is our top priority, and every recommendation is made with careful consideration of your unique situation.

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At Mesa Natural Medicine, we are dedicated to helping you navigate your cancer journey with greater ease and comfort. Our Naturopathic/Integrative Oncology services provide a compassionate, holistic approach to care, addressing your physical and emotional needs. By integrating the best of naturopathic medicine with traditional oncology treatments, we help you feel supported every step of the way.

Contact Dr. Ballantine for an initial consultation and take the first step towards a healthier, more vibrant life.