References and Support Information

References

There are tens of thousands of peer reviewed journal articles written by researchers from around the world. We have included a sampling for your review. Also included, you will find an overview of common chemotherapy and immunotherapy medications. Naturopaths strive to create treatment plans that are compatible and synergistic with “Standard of Care” cancer treatment in the U.S. 

Oncology Resources & References

Referrals

Support Businesses and Practitioners

Often our cancer patients are overwhelmed with information from oncologists and Dr. Internet during a time when they are most vulnerable. We have put together a list of people and businesses we hold in high regard and gladly refer patients to. Please let us know how your experience was with them.   

You or your loved one may have multiple doctors working on your case. For instance, the oncologist may diagnose and manage your cancer medications, treatment progress and diagnostic imaging. You may have need of surgeons from other specialties depending on your diagnosis: gastroenterology, gynecology, urology and so forth. A naturopath helps to keep your body and spirit healthy to weather and thrive though the treatments. A specially trained massage therapist can help relieve pain and edema. Working with a strong team gives you a better chance at a good quality of life and the ultimate goals of recovery or remission.

Oncology Referrals

Colonics

All's Well That Ends Well
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Colon Health Center - Vancouver
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Selah Cleansing Arts - Portland
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HYPERBARIC (HBOT)

Urban Wellness Group - Portland
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SALT FLOATS for Relaxation and Pain Relief

Deeply relaxing salt floats, infrared saunas, and a contrast hot/cold experiences. 

Soakbox Wellness Spa - Wilsonville
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Soak Float Center - Salem
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Practitioners

Our patients have highly recommended the following practitioners:

BREAST CANCER- surgeons

  • Legacy Health- Dr. Nathalie McDowell Johnson- Portland. (503) 413-5525.
  • Providence- Dr. David Page- Portland. (503) 215-5696.

GASTROENTEROLOGY- specialize in stomach, and intestinal health. They are part of the surgical team.

  • Legacy Health- Dr. Joseph Frankhouse- Portland, Vancouver. (503) 413-5514.
  • The Oregon Clinic- Dr. Mark Whiteford- Portland Metro. (503) 281-0561.
  • OR Oncology Specialists- Dr. William Pierce- Salem.  (503) 561-6444.

GYNECOLOGY- women’s health needs, cancer surgery.

  • Compass Oncology- Dr. Weiya Wysham, Portland. (503) 280-1223.
  • The Oregon Clinic- Dr. Kim Suriano, Portland. (503) 284-5220.

HIPEC

  • Cleveland Clinic, Ohio. (216) 444-7000.
  • Gastrointestinal Surgical Oncology Clinic, San Francisco, CA. (415) 502-5577
  • OHSU- Dr. Divya Sood, Portland. (503) 494-5501
  • UC San Diego Health, San Diego, CA. (858) 822-2124
  • West Coast HIPEC, San Diego. (858) 637-7888

HYPERTHERMIA 

  • Hyperthermia Cancer Institute- Santa Monica, CA. (866) 399-2286.
  • University of California, San Francisco, CA. (415) 353-7175

INTERNATIONAL CLINICS

  • Hope 4 Cancer Treatment Center- Tijuana and Cancun. (888) 544-5993.
  • Integrated Health Clinic- Vancouver B.C. (604) 888-8325.
  • Malachite Centre Integrative MD Cancer Care- South Africa and London. (Link- https://www.malachitecentre.com/#) 
  • Port Moody Health- Vancouver B.C. (604) 949-0077.
  • Sanoviv Medical Institute- Baja California. (800) 726-6848.

LUNG CANCER

  • Compass Oncology- Dr. Anthony Pham, Tigard. (971) 708-7600. Specializes in lung, genitourinary cancers and melanoma.

LYMPH MASSAGE- cancer patients must go to a specially trained practitioner for any type of massage so as not to unintentionally spread cancer through their body.

Julie Decker Lymphatics

Specializes in Lymphatic massage and bodywork for breast cancer survivors.

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Oregon Lymphatics & Massage

Serve a wide range of patient needs, including cancer patients.

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Snyder Massage - Salem

Tracy Snyder’s is well trained in massage and lymphatic drainage for cancer patients.

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ONCOLOGISTS & HEMATOLOGISTS

These are the doctors who generally manage your cancer care. They prescribe “Standard of Care” medical treatment such as chemotherapy and immunotherapy, follow your treatment progress and order diagnostic imaging. 

  • OHSU- Dr. Frank Santoli- Gresham. (971) 262-9500
  • OHSU- Dr. Kevin Yee- Tualatin.  (971) 262-9700
  • OHSU- Dr. James Yoo- Tualatin.  (971) 262-9700