Integrative Oncology: An International Perspective from Six Countries

Area of Science:

• Integrative Oncology
• Cancer Care Delivery
• International Health Policy

Background:

• Integrative Oncology (IO) models vary globally.
• There is a need for international collaboration in IO.
• Defining standards and identifying unmet needs in IO is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

• To foster international collaboration in Integrative Oncology.
• To share diverse IO service delivery models and future perspectives.
• To define unmet needs and guide future IO practice.

Main Methods:

• Summary of presentations from an international expert meeting in Paris (June 2019).
• Analysis of questionnaire responses from experts on IO service delivery, infrastructure, and utilization.
• Discussion of differing existing models and future perspectives in IO.

Main Results:

• Experts shared diverse experiences and expertise in IO.
• Key aspects of IO service delivery, infrastructure, and utilization were examined.
• Identified common challenges and opportunities for IO practice.

Conclusions:

• International collaboration is vital for advancing Integrative Oncology.
• Standardizing IO practices and addressing unmet needs requires a global approach.
• The meeting provided a foundation for future IO development and research.