Exploring the challenges and opportunities in integrative oncology and the clinical care network

Integrative oncology is a new and rapidly expanding discipline of cancer treatment. Integrative oncology is a patient-centered, evidence-based discipline of cancer therapy that employs integrative therapies. Mind-body practices, acupuncture, massage, music therapy, nutrition, and exercise are used in conjunction with conventional cancer treatments. Over the last two decades, patient interest and utilization have increased. Clinical studies have proven that these treatments improve symptom management and quality of life, and they are now being incorporated into national guidelines from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) and the American Society for Clinical Oncology (ASCO).