With Nalini Chilkov, LAc, OMD 

Objectives 

Cancer is a metabolic process that develops within a complex biological environment. We will review the unique differences between healthy cells and cancer cells.

Strategies will be provided for modulating immune function, supporting overall health and managing the bioterrain to prevent the development, growth and spread of cancer cells with the targeted use of nutritional and botanical therapies.

Examples of an integrative multidisciplinary team approach will be presented to demonstrate that the inclusion of a functional medicine plan, in collaboration and coordination with conventional oncology treatment during all stages of cancer care, may protect and support normal healthy function and enhance quality of life for cancer patients and cancer survivors.

Overall Learning Objectives 

Define integrative cancer care

Describe models of collaborative integrative cancer care teams

Understand the role of functional medicine and Chinese medicine clinicians as part of an integrative cancer care team

Demonstrate a basic understanding of the hallmarks of cancer and the unique differences between cancer cells and normal cells

Demonstrate understanding of primary fundamental functional changes that occur in the bioterrain and factors that influence promotion of an environment in which cancer may develop, grow and progress

Demonstrate knowledge of the influence of nutraceuticals, botanicals, acupuncture, and dietary and lifestyle factors on the cancer bioterrain and normal healthy function

Demonstrate understanding of drug-herb and drug-nutrient interactions and contraindications as a member of a collaborative cancer care team

Understand how to develop a treatment plan to support normal functions relevant to the cancer bioterrain using functional and Chinese medicine and including the appropriate use of acupuncture, nutraceuticals, and botanicals, as well as dietary, lifestyle and behavioral interventions

Continuing Education Credits 

Approval will be sought for 4 hours of continuing education (CEU) credits for chiropractic and naturopathic physicians in surrounding states. Acupuncturist credits will be sought through NCCAOM and CA state board. Nutritionist credits sought though NANP.

Dr. Nalini Chilkov, LAc, OMD is a leading authority and pioneer in the field of integrative cancer care, cancer prevention and immune enhancement. She is the Founder of IntegrativeCancerAnswers.com where she offers online programs and resources that empower and transform. Dr. Chilkov brings over 30 years of clinical experience, combining the best of modern functional medicine with the ancient wisdom of traditional Oriental and natural healing. She is a highly respected expert in her field, a frequent speaker at conferences and educational institutions, and a trusted resource to the media.

Dr. Chilkov is a regular contributor to the Healthy Living section of the Huffington Post. She has been featured as a cancer expert on NBC TV Access Hollywood and Veria TV Where On Earth television series. She has also been recognized as one of the top 10 Online Influencers for Breast Cancer by sharecare.com created by Dr. Mehmet Oz and WebMD.

Dr. Chilkov is a member of the Scientific Advisory Board of Mederi Foundation and the Advisory Board of Fran Drescher’s Cancer Schmancer Foundation. She is the Founder of Pure Body Systems and the Amrita Institute for Integrative Cancer Research and Education.

Dr. Chilkov is listed as a go-to expert in the book KnockOut: Interviews with Doctors Who Are Curing Cancer and How to Prevent Getting It In The First Place.She has lectured at the School of Medicine at UCLA and UC Irvine in California as well as at many schools of traditional Oriental and naturopathic medicine over her long career. She is a seasoned clinician and an innovator, building bridges between modern and traditional healing paradigms, and partnering with physicians to provide the best outcomes for patients. She is a respected expert in collaborative integrative cancer care, known for her meticulous attention to detail and individualized treatment plans as well as her warmth and compassion.

Times 

All seminars are on Saturdays from 1:00pm – 5:00pm 

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