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Summary
In this episode, Dr. Channing Paller and Dr. Alyssa McManamon discuss shared decision-making in oncology and its relationship to whole person cancer care. She shares her journey to becoming an oncologist and her passion for studying natural compounds and whole person care. Dr. Paller emphasizes the importance of incorporating the patient's values and preferences into the treatment decision-making process. She provides examples of shared decision-making in different scenarios, including cases where patients choose to delay or decline certain treatments. Dr. Paller also highlights the role of the care team and resources in supporting patient engagement and encourages thinking outside the box to find compromises and alternative approaches.

Takeaways

• Shared decision-making involves incorporating the patient's values and preferences into the treatment decision-making process.
• Whole person cancer care focuses on understanding the patient as a whole person, not just their disease.
• Shared decision-making can lead to better treatment outcomes and improved quality of life for patients.
• The care team plays a crucial role in supporting patient engagement and providing resources for informed decision-making. 

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:41 Defining Shared Decision-Making
09:13 Shared Decision-Making and Whole Person Cancer Care
16:10 Examples of Shared Decision-Making
23:15 Team-Based Care and Resources
25:19 Maintaining Muscle Mass during Hormone Therapy
26:19 Summary and Closing Remarks

Resources

• Personal Health Inventory (PHI) tool 
• Article: The Case for Whole-Person Integrative Care link (written by Dr. Wayne Jonas)

Connection to Healing & Cancer book:  Chapter Two: Engaging the Person in Cancer Care

Check out the book: "Healing and Cancer: A Guide to Whole Person Care"
Visit https://www.healingandcancerbook.com/ for more information.

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Dr. Wayne Jonas is a board-certified physician and Dr. Alyssa McManamon is a triple-board certified hematologist/oncologist. The opinions expressed on this show are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of their places of employment, the Department of Veterans Affairs, or the United States government. The opinions expressed on this podcast are meant for entertainment and education and should not be used to diagnose or treat any medical condition nor should they be used as a substitute for medical advice from a qualified, board-certified practicing clinician. Dr. Wayne Jonas and Dr. Alyssa McManamon have no relevant financial disclosures.