Cancer

Introduction: Why Cancer Needs a New Approach

Cancer isn’t just a diagnosis—it’s a signal that the body’s internal environment is out of balance. At Patients Medical in New York City, we go beyond tumor markers and scans. Our integrative and functional medicine model supports your entire system—immune function, detoxification, inflammation, stress resilience—while you undergo conventional treatments. We focus on strengthening you from the inside out, empowering your body to heal alongside your medical team.

What Is Cancer?

Cancer refers to diseases where abnormal cells grow uncontrollably and invade tissues. It can originate almost anywhere—breast, colon, lung, prostate, skin—and travel to other body parts (metastasis). Treatment typically includes surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, or a combination.

While conventional oncology targets cancer cells directly, integrative support enhances treatment tolerance, reduces side effects, and addresses body-wide imbalances.

Common Symptoms of Cancer

Signs vary by cancer type, but general warning symptoms include:

If you notice unexplained or persistent symptoms, seek immediate evaluation.

Root Causes: Why Did This Cancer Develop?

Functional medicine examines internal and environmental factors that create fertile ground for cancer:

  • Chronic Inflammation: Ongoing inflammation damages DNA and promotes tumor growth
  • Immune Dysfunction: Impaired surveillance may fail to eliminate emerging cancer cells
  • Hormone Imbalance: Especially estrogen, testosterone, insulin—can drive hormone-sensitive tumors
  • Toxin Exposure: Pollutants, endocrine disruptors, mold, heavy metals
  • Mitochondrial Dysfunction: Low cellular energy weakens cellular resilience
  • Gut Dysbiosis: Poor microbiome disrupts immunity and nutrient absorption
  • Chronic Stress: Elevates cortisol, suppresses immunity, and fuels inflammation
  • Genetic Susceptibility: BRCA, p53, and other inherited risk genes

Diagnostic Testing We Use

We support conventional diagnostics with functional labs that optimize integrative care

Inflammatory markers (hs-CRP, cytokines)

Comprehensive hormone profiles (estrogen, testosterone, cortisol)

Immune function assessment (NK cell activity, cytokine levels)

Detoxification and methylation panels (glutathione, MTHFR status)

Micronutrient testing (vitamins A, D, C, B-complex, zinc, selenium)

Gut microbiome and intestinal permeability testing

Toxic burden screening (heavy metals, mycotoxins)

Mitochondrial function assays

Integrative Treatments for Cancer Support

Our complementary protocols are individualized to your diagnosis, treatment plan, and goals:

Personalized Anti‑Inflammatory Nutrition

We design nutrient-rich, anti-inflammatory meal plans to support cellular health—typically plant-forward with clean proteins, healthy fats, and low glycemic carbs.

Immune‑Enhancing Supplements & Nutraceuticals

Evidence-based aids include:

  • Medicinal mushrooms (reishi, turkey tail, cordyceps)
  • Vitamin D, C, zinc, selenium
  • Curcumin, quercetin, resveratrol (anti-inflammatory/anti-cancer properties)
  • Mitochondrial support: CoQ10, lipoic acid, B‑complex

IV Nutrient & Detox Therapy

Infusions tailored to support immunity, healing, and toxin removal:

  • High-dose vitamin C
  • Glutathione and alpha-lipoic acid
  • Myers’ cocktail
  • Detox support (milk thistle, NAC)

 

Stress Mitigation & Mind‑Body Medicine

Essential for overall resilience:

  • Guided meditation and breathwork
  • Acupuncture
  • Adaptogens (ashwagandha, rhodiola)
  • Yoga and qigong options

Hormonal & Detox Support

We optimize hormones and gently support detox organs (liver, kidneys, lymph) through nutrition, herbs, and lifestyle protocols.

Gut & Microbiome Restoration

Healing the gut strengthens immunity and improves nutrient uptake:

  • Probiotics/prebiotics
  • Gut-healing agents (glutamine, zinc carnosine)
  • Removal of underlying dysbiosis or leaky gut

Real Case Study: Sarah’s Support Through Breast Cancer

Sarah, 49, underwent lumpectomy and radiation for ER+ breast cancer. She experienced fatigue, chemo-induced neuropathy, and hormonal imbalance after treatment.

Integrative testing showed:

  • Low vitamin D and selenium
  • Elevated inflammation markers
  • Poor detox capacity

Her 5-month support protocol included:

  • Anti-inflammatory diet, mushroom blends, and vitamin supplementation
  • High-dose IV vitamin C and glutathione
  • Acupuncture for fatigue and neuropathy
  • Hormonal balance support

After 4 months, Sarah reported significantly improved energy, reduced neuropathy, normal inflammation markers, and better overall well-being.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Research shows nutrition, immune support, and stress management can enhance treatment efficacy, reduce side effects, and boost quality of life.

When guided by a medical professional familiar with your treatment, many supplements and IV protocols are safe and supportive.

Not at all. Our integrative care is meant to complement—not replace—standard oncology treatment, in close coordination with your medical team.

We base recommendations on labs and treatment phase—no one-size-fits-all. Every supplement is individualized.

Yes, when administered under medical supervision. Patients Medical monitors for kidney function and contraindications.

Absolutely. Yoga, meditation, acupuncture, and adaptogens help reduce stress, improve sleep, enhance immunity, and alleviate side effects.

We are out-of-network but provide superbills. Lab testing may be partially reimbursable through your insurer.

Many patients notice improved energy and mood within weeks. Immune enhancements and detox changes follow over months.

Yes. Our integrative model supports surveillance, early detection, risk reduction, and healthy longevity.

Yes. We support patients across various diagnoses—breast, prostate, colorectal, lung, blood cancers, and more.

Begin Your Journey with Patients Medical

Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.

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To schedule an in person on Tele-medicine appointment, please call our office at (212) 794-8800 or email us at info@PatientsMedical.com We look forward to hearing from you

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Patients Medical PC
1148 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1B New York, NY 10128

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