Mind Body Approaches in Naturopathic Oncology
Heidi Lucas, ND, FABNO
Speaker Biography:
I am a Naturopathic Physician specializing in integrated cancer care, combining Conventional and Natural Medicine. I am a Graduate of Bastyr University and a Fellow of the American Board of Naturopathic Oncology. My treatment modalities include; research and clinically based nutrition, evidence based and historical uses of botanical medicine and individualized meditation instruction, exercise plans and therapeutic yoga to optimize immune function and stress management.
I offer consultations for individuals with a cancer diagnosis, before, during and after conventional treatments (surgery, chemotherapy, radiation). I also offer family members or those with a strong family history consultations focusing on cancer prevention. My patients receive a medical plan to reduce and heal from the side effects of treatments, strengthen the body, improve quality of life and enhance overall health.
I am a certified Therapeutic Yoga and Meditation teacher and I see the body’s inherent healing capacity. I am also an educator and speaker at the University of Washington Medical and Nursing Schools, Leukemia Lymphoma Society, Oncology Nursing Society, American Cancer Society, Gilda’s Club, Cancer Lifeline, Bastyr University and many hospitals around the country. I completed my residency and was a staff physician at Seattle Cancer Treatment and Wellness Center.
My primary practice is in San Luis Obispo and biweekly in Santa Barbara, California. I travel to Seattle, Washington quarterly seeing established patients. My naturopathic services are available by appointment only in person, via phone or Skype.
Abstract:
Most of us integrative oncology practitioners agree that in the clinical setting, the mind-body connection is an important factor in patient care and outcomes. Indeed there is compelling research that supports our clinical experience and reminds us of the value of these practices. The key question as practitioners are, how can we implement and cultivate mind-body approaches in our practice with patients every day? This webinar will lay out the current research, practical and effective ways to offer this in your practice and patient care. The webinar will highlight breathing techniques and mindfulness practice, cognitive therapy tools in the form of “Cultivating Emotional Balance” and neuroplasticity education.
Learning Objectives:
Research updates on current mind body interventions in oncology
Physiology of mind body practices, highlighting immune function, quality of life, treatment tolerance and recurrence rates and long term health
Resources for oncology practitioners and their patients on mind body interventions
Practical tools for increasing patient compliance and involvement in mind body practices