Cancer Support

Cancer is the number one cause of death in the United States. 1.6 million people are diagnosed each year with some form of cancer. Almost 80% of cancers are diagnosed in people over age 55. Understandably, Cancer is a very difficult diagnosis to deal with emotionally and physically. Chinese medicine can offer some hope and insight into this condition.

In China, it is standard procedure for a patient to receive their chemotherapy treatment and then come to the Oncology Herbal Department to get a custom formula for their particular cancer. The use of herbal treatments was critical in offsetting the difficult side effects of chemotherapy, boosting immune system function, and destroying cancer cells. Dr. Gores completed a residency in the Oncology department in Hang Zhou, China at a major Chinese medicine hospital and assisted in the treatment of over a thousands patients during his time there.

Acupuncture is commonly used as an adjunct therapy to cancer treatments. One of the premier Oncology centers in the United States, Sloan-Kettering Memorial Hospital in New York, utilizes Acupuncture in their cancer protocols on a routine basis. Acupuncture treatments have been clinically proven to help address the nausea and vomiting commonly associated with chemotherapy.  Dr. Gores offers acupuncture for cancer support in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Cancer and Qi Gong

In addition to herbal medicine and acupuncture, the Chinese tradition of Qi Gong has also been show to benefit many types of cancer. Strengthening the immune system, oxygenating cells, promoting normal circulation, and calming one’s spirit are common benefits of Qi Gong. In China, Madame Guo is one of the most famous Qi Gong practitioners of the 20th century. She used this form of exercise to help address her cancer.  Dr. Gores teaches Qi Gong every Wednesday morning at 9 am in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.  Please check the website for more details. http://www.drmontegores.com/qi-gong-classes-starting-february-2017/