Herbal Medicine: Integrative Cancer Support
Learn evidence-based approaches to integrating traditional herbal medicine in cancer care, covering safety, effectiveness, and cultural perspectives.
Learn evidence-based approaches to integrating traditional herbal medicine in cancer care, covering safety, effectiveness, and cultural perspectives.
This comprehensive course explores the integration of traditional herbal medicine in supportive cancer care, bridging alternative and conventional approaches. Students learn about different herbal medicine traditions, scientific evidence for effectiveness and safety, and practical implementation in clinical settings. The course features expert interviews from leading practitioners worldwide and covers communication strategies, treatment planning, and program development. Special emphasis is placed on cultural sensitivity and patient-centered care.
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What you'll learn
Understand core concepts in integrative oncology
Develop effective communication skills for discussing herbal medicine
Assess safety and effectiveness of herbal treatments
Design patient-tailored integrative treatment programs
Navigate cultural aspects of traditional medicine
Implement evidence-based herbal medicine protocols in cancer care
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20 Hours PreRecorded video
40 assignments
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There are 14 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the integration of traditional herbal medicine in cancer care. Through fourteen detailed modules, students explore various herbal medicine traditions, evidence-based approaches, and practical implementation strategies. The curriculum covers safety assessment, effectiveness evaluation, cultural perspectives, and communication skills for healthcare providers. Expert interviews from leading practitioners worldwide offer diverse insights into successful integrative oncology programs.
Introduction
Module 1 · 37 Minutes to complete
Concepts related to supportive and palliative cancer care
Module 2 · 32 Minutes to complete
Defining non-conventional approaches to medical treatment
Module 3 · 43 Minutes to complete
Key concepts in traditional herbal medicine
Module 4 · 34 Minutes to complete
Discussing the use of Traditional Herbal Medicine during the Integrative Physician (IP) consultation
Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete
Traditional Herbal Medicine in the Middle East: Historical and cultural roots
Module 6 · 1 Hours to complete
Traditional Chinese herbal medicine
Module 7 · 35 Minutes to complete
Traditional Ayurvedic herbal medicine
Module 8 · 27 Minutes to complete
European Herbal Medicine
Module 9 · 56 Minutes to complete
Effective practitioner-patient communication in the integrative oncology setting
Module 10 · 2 Hours to complete
Herbal medicine treatments for specific quality of life-related concerns
Module 11 · 1 Hours to complete
Tailoring a patient-centered integrative oncology treatment program
Module 12 · 1 Hours to complete
Establishing an integrative oncology program in your medical center
Module 13 · 38 Minutes to complete
Professor Eran Ben-ARYE is interviewing leading experts
Module 14 · 11 Hours to complete
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Pioneering Integrative Oncology Specialist
Dr. Eran Ben-Arye is a leading expert in integrative oncology, currently serving as the Director of the Integrative Oncology Program at Lin and Carmel Medical Centers in Haifa, Israel. He earned his MD from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and completed his specialization in family medicine at Technion - Israel Institute of Technology. With a strong commitment to combining traditional and complementary medicine, Dr. Ben-Arye co-founded the Unit of Complementary and Traditional Medicine at the Department of Family Medicine in Haifa and has played a pivotal role in advancing integrative approaches to cancer care. He is actively involved in research as the Primary Researcher for the Middle East Research Group in Integrative Oncology within the Middle East Cancer Consortium. His contributions to the field are extensive, with nearly 200 publications including articles and book chapters that address various aspects of integrative oncology, pain management, and doctor-patient communication. Dr. Ben-Arye's work emphasizes patient-centered care, aiming to enhance the quality of life for cancer patients through holistic treatment strategies that incorporate both conventional and alternative therapies. His leadership extends to international collaborations and guidelines development, making significant strides in the integration of complementary medicine into mainstream oncology practices.
Expert in Integrative Medicine and Oncology
Dr. Noah Samuels is a prominent figure in the field of integrative medicine, currently affiliated with the Center for Integrative Complementary Medicine at Shaare Zedek Medical Center and the Faculty of Medicine at Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He has made significant contributions to the integration of complementary therapies within conventional medical practices, particularly in oncology. Dr. Samuels has been involved in innovative programs that aim to enhance patient care through holistic approaches, addressing both physical and psychological aspects of health. His work includes developing supportive care strategies for cancer patients, focusing on improving their quality of life during treatment. He has also played a vital role in initiatives that support healthcare providers, helping to alleviate stress and burnout among medical staff, especially during challenging times such as the COVID-19 pandemic. Through his research and clinical practice, Dr. Samuels advocates for a patient-centered approach that combines traditional and complementary medicine, enhancing outcomes for individuals facing serious health challenges.
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