Integrative Oncology
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Book Overview
People facing a new diagnosis of cancer are unsettled by their prognosis and treatment options, and they often seek to integrate complementary modalities into their conventional care plan, hoping to improve their chances of cure and decrease side effects. Many do so without informing their oncologist, for fear of alienating them or not convinced that their physician would be informed about complementary therapies. Integrative Oncology, the first volume in the Weil Integrative Medicine Library, provides a wealth of information for both practitioners and consumers on the emerging field of integrative oncology. Noted oncologist Donald Abrams and integrative medicine pioneer Andrew Weil and their international panel of experts present up-to-date and extensively referenced chapters on a wide spectrum of issues and challenges, bound in one comprehensive, reader-friendly text in a format featuring key points, sidebars, tables, and a two-color design for ease of use. It is destined to emerge as the definitive resource in this emerging field.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0195309448
ISBN13:9780195309447
Release Date:March 2009
Publisher:Oxford University Press, USA
Length:624 Pages
Weight:2.15 lbs.
Dimensions:1.2" x 9.3" x 6.3"
Customer Reviews
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This book is a bold step forward in integrative medicine!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
Integrative Oncology is a much overdo book that is a bold step forward in the effort of blending mainstream and CAM therapies for the treatment of cancer. Today's oncologists have little knowledge of CAM approaches and, in fact, generally avoid them. Every oncologist should be required to read this fine book...every patient with cancer deserves to read it as well. Well done! Len Saputo, MD Author of "A Return to Healing: Radical Health Care Reform and the future of Medicine."
Stellar Contribution to the Field
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
Two worlds collide within these pages: conventional wisdom meets a panoply of modalities from molecular targets of botanicals to Chinese medicine to antioxidants, homeopathy, spirituality and massage. Questions like "How can we make radiation better?" are not the usual questions. The information provides practical guidance to patients and providers alike. It is sophisticated and on the mark. There is a large menu of topics that are all covered well. Sit down and benefit from this meal. This is a wonderful contribution to the field.
Paradigm shift
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
Lost a dear friend to Cancer. Wish this book was available then. On a personnel note, I believe Dr. Abrams to be a good and decent human being who truly cares about the well being of his fellow passengers on this third rock from the Sun.
Outstanding Guide
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
Donald Abrams, MD and Andrew Weil, MD have created an indispensible book addressing the full range of integrative medicine techniques used in the field of oncology. For doctors, patients, caregivers and advocates, this book serves as an excellent tool kit and reference guide. For those involved on the journey through cancer, this information will open your eyes to the full realm of possibilities available on the road toward healing.
Indispensable!!!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
Donald Abrams, MD and Andrew Weil, MD have produced a volume that is desperately needed. From acupuncture to botanicals to cannabis to etc., cancer patients, their caregivers, their physcians and nurses now have a valuable resource to help understand and use integrative medicine (IM). Those interested in inhibiting cancer should also find "Integrative Oncology" of value. Most oncologists don't have a background in IM. Some are intimidated by their patients who know more about IM than they do. A few have the MDiety complex. The prominent researchers in this book discuss the potential benefits of many therapies and dismiss others that appear to be of no value or worse. Do I have a bias--yes indeed. For over thirty years I have counseled cancer patients on the therapeutic and prophylatic use of nutrients. "Integrative Oncolgy" has expanded my vision, knowledge and insight into other modalities in a very important and useful way. My wife is a patient of Donald Abrams at the University of California Osher Center for Integrative Medicine. She has benefitted significantly from his expertise and his empathy.
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