Our Services
Integrative & Naturopathic Oncology in Atlanta
Whole-Person Cancer Care: Supporting the Body, Mind & Spirit
A cancer diagnosis affects more than just the body — it deeply impacts your emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. At Atlanta Integrative and Internal Medicine, our integrative oncology services are designed to support you at every stage of your journey — from diagnosis and active treatment to recovery and long-term survivorship.
We combine the best of conventional cancer care (such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation) with evidence-informed complementary therapies that help you maintain strength, minimize side effects, and enhance your overall quality of life.
What Is Integrative Oncology?
Integrative oncology is the thoughtful combination of conventional medicine and complementary therapies to support healing on all levels. This approach addresses the whole person. By strengthening the body, reducing treatment-related side effects, and improving emotional resilience throughout the cancer experience.
Our integrative approach works alongside your oncology team to:
- Enhance treatment outcomes and adherence
- Minimize side effects of chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery
- Reduce anxiety, pain, and fatigue
- Support immune function and recovery
- Improve overall quality of life during and after treatment
What Is Naturopathic Oncology?
Naturopathic oncology is a subspecialty within naturopathic medicine that focuses on integrative, supportive care for individuals with cancer. Naturopathic doctors trained in this field provide science-based, individualized therapies aimed at enhancing survival, improving tolerance to conventional treatments, and supporting long-term health and recovery.
At our Atlanta clinic, our naturopathic team collaborates with your medical oncologists to ensure that all therapies are safe, effective, and personalized to your needs.
Modalities Used in Integrative Oncology
We use a broad range of evidence-informed therapies that are tailored to your diagnosis, treatment phase, constitution, and goals:
Mind-Body Approaches
- Mindfulness and meditation
- Guided imagery and visualization
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Music, art, and expressive therapies
- Spiritual care and grief support
- Yoga and gentle movement practices
Biologically-Based Therapies
- Clinical nutrition and therapeutic diets
- Herbal and botanical medicine
- Targeted supplementation
- Anti-inflammatory protocols
- Immune modulation and detox support
- Mistletoe Therapy
Body-Based Therapies
- Massage therapy
- Reflexology
- Chiropractic and manual bodywork
Energy Medicine
- Reiki
- Tai Chi and Qigong
- Jin Shin Jyutsu
Traditional & Global Medical Systems
- Chinese medicine and acupuncture
- Moxibustion
- Homeopathy
- Naturopathic therapeutics
All treatments are selected with safety in mind and are coordinated with your conventional care team when possible.
Conditions & Diagnoses We Commonly Support
We provide integrative support for individuals with a wide range of cancer diagnoses, including but not limited to:
- Breast cancer
- Lung cancer
- Colon and liver cancers
- Brain and neurological cancers
- Pancreatic cancer
- Bladder and kidney cancers
- Skin cancers (including melanoma)
- Lymphoma and leukemias
Our Integrative Oncology Services Include:
- Supportive care before, during, and after chemotherapy and radiation
- Pre- and post-surgical recovery support
- Management of treatment-related side effects (nausea, fatigue, neuropathy, appetite loss, etc.)
- Lab and diagnostic interpretation through an integrative lens
- Long-term survivorship care
- Emotional and spiritual wellness support
- Personalized nutritional and herbal protocols
- Expert coordination with your oncology care team
Why Choose Atlanta Integrative and Internal Medicine?
Our integrative oncology team provides compassionate, experienced, and evidence-informed support for patients navigating one of life’s most challenging journeys. Whether you are newly diagnosed, undergoing active treatment, or in remission and seeking long-term support, we are here to walk alongside you with care and clarity.
You don’t have to choose between conventional treatment and holistic care — you can have both.
Contact us today to learn how integrative oncology in Atlanta can support your healing and quality of life.
Resources & References
Daniel Rubin, ND; Naturopathic oncology: An emerging discipline
Gubili, K. Simon Yeung, Heidi Kussmann and Keith I. Block, Moshe Frenkel, Donald I. Abrams, Elena J. Ladas, Gary Deng, Mary Hardy, Jillian L. Capodice, Mary F. Winegardner, J. K.
Integrating Dietary Supplements Into Cancer Care
Ron Hunninghake, M.D., Intravenous Vitamin C and Cancer
