One of the most comforting forms of support you can offer a loved one with cancer is the use of touch! This inspiring and authoritative course provides detailed instruction by leading experts in oncology massage for safe and simple techniques anyone can learn and apply. You too can gain new … [Read more...] about Integrative Palliative Care: Touch, Caring, and Cancer
Palliative Care
Integrative Palliative Care Institute
Evidence-based resources for professionals, organizations, patients, and families What is Integrative Palliative Care? Integrative Palliative Care is the use of conventional and complementary approaches together for people living with serious illness or approaching end of life. It addresses … [Read more...] about Integrative Palliative Care Institute
David Maginley M Div, CSCP, TTP, Psycho-spiritual Therapist, Specialist in Cancer and Palliative Care, Grief, Bereavement and Existential Distress
For over 25 years, I’ve counselled those facing cancer and other life-threatening conditions at the QEII Health Sciences Center in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. I've also survived cancer four times, which resulted in a profound near-death experience. I know illness from both sides of the bed and … [Read more...] about David Maginley M Div, CSCP, TTP, Psycho-spiritual Therapist, Specialist in Cancer and Palliative Care, Grief, Bereavement and Existential Distress
Miriam Rahav M.D., Founder and Medical Director of Rahev Wellness, a Center for Collaborative Healing, Board Certified Internist, Board Certified in Hospice and Palliative Care, Certified Functional Medicine Physician Specializing in a Metabolic Approach to Cancer Care, Certified Acupuncturist
Miriam Rahav M.D. is a triple-boarded physician in the fields of internal medicine, hospice and palliative medicine, and functional medicine. Dr. Rahav is a graduate and practitioner of The Metabolic Approach to Cancer, trained by Dr. Nasha Winters. She is certified in acupuncture through The … [Read more...] about Miriam Rahav M.D., Founder and Medical Director of Rahev Wellness, a Center for Collaborative Healing, Board Certified Internist, Board Certified in Hospice and Palliative Care, Certified Functional Medicine Physician Specializing in a Metabolic Approach to Cancer Care, Certified Acupuncturist
Jeanette Sealy, Yoga Therapist, Founder of Jeanette Sealy Yoga Therapy, Thai Massage, Aromatherapy, Ayurveda, Palliative Care
I am a Yoga Therapist, Thai Massage Practitioner, earth tender, and Mother to 4 incredible teachers. I offer to cancer patients, survivors, and families: AromaPoint Therapy Ayurvedic Counseling, Yoga, and Spa Treatments Palliative Care Therapeutic Medical and Thai Massage Yoga … [Read more...] about Jeanette Sealy, Yoga Therapist, Founder of Jeanette Sealy Yoga Therapy, Thai Massage, Aromatherapy, Ayurveda, Palliative Care
Palliative Care
Possibly the most misunderstood medical term for patients, not to mention some health professionals, is Palliative Care. And this distinct medical specialty does itself no favors in the public relations field! Palliative care is way more than caring for the terminally ill at end of life. Many … [Read more...] about Palliative Care
Paige Naylor Ph.D., Psycho-Oncologist, Hospice, Palliative Care
I am a clinical health psychologist who specializes in serving individuals with chronic health conditions, namely cancer. Oncology has been my specialty since the start of my graduate program and remains my clinical focus. My specialties include geriatrics, palliative and hospice care, chronic … [Read more...] about Paige Naylor Ph.D., Psycho-Oncologist, Hospice, Palliative Care
Geri Randles LMT, Oncology Massage Therapist and Instructor, Senior Advisor at OHSU Knight Cancer Institute, Aromatherapy, Teacher of Meditation and Contemplation, Palliative Comfort Care and Touch, Exercise and Fitness, Guided Imagery
I am a massage therapist specializing in serving people who are under treatment for cancer and other serious illnesses. I support people from the time of diagnosis all the way through treatment, remission, cure and, for those who will live a long time with the disease, as well. I have extensive … [Read more...] about Geri Randles LMT, Oncology Massage Therapist and Instructor, Senior Advisor at OHSU Knight Cancer Institute, Aromatherapy, Teacher of Meditation and Contemplation, Palliative Comfort Care and Touch, Exercise and Fitness, Guided Imagery