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The Indiana Center for Advanced Medicine (ICAM) provides a powerfully effective yet nontoxic medical treatment for those challenging early stage/localized breast, prostate and skin cancer.
Sono Photodynamic Therapy (SPDT) is applied to cancer patients in the USA exclusively by ICAM. Our Clinic is located in Indianapolis, IN and patients are required to be treated at this location. The usual stay for treatment is a minimum of 2 weeks and a maximum of 6-10 weeks (with prescribed & specific home treatment program also required).
Learn more by viewing video:
http://youtube.com/ICAMCancerClinic
ICAM's SPDT protocol includes various other body-friendly & proven therapies, such as full body hyperthermia, oxygen therapy/s, coffee enema, other specific detoxifying therapies, nutraceuticals specific to cancer and supplements as required by the patient.
ICAM approaches treatment systemically, with a view to treating the whole patient and not just the cancer. Lifestyle modification is paramount to the patients overall health & long-term well-being and it forms an integral part of ICAM's treatment for each patient.
SPDT has been widely applied to treat all types of cancer in other parts of the world such as the UK, Ireland, Australia, Russia and China. The Chinese protocol & clinical trials being the most highly regarded, to the best of our knowledge and due diligence. A scholar.google.com search for photodynamic therapy will yield over 140,000 responses concluding that SPDT/PDT are widely and commonly known medical treatments for cancer since around 1990 - and much earlier ~ though ICAM now provides this treatment in the USA.
SPDT has little to no negative side effects. The treatment can only benefit the patient. To the best of our knowledge a 'cure' for cancer has not yet been released to the public and ICAM is not suggesting that SPDT is a cure for cancer. We are however encouraging you to investigate you current options, as we believe SPDT is a better way to treat most types of cancer.
To find out if you or your loved one qualifies for treatment, please ask here or, for confidentiality, please call direct on 317-670-4665. There is no fee for this initial consultation.
If you have just been diagnosed with early stage prostate, breast or skin cancer, please contact ICAM to know your current options before opting for radical surgeries or potentially harmful drugs. A better choice can be made when you know your options, and there are many viable and effective treatment options for cancer.
ICAM Website can be found here:
http://pdtcancertreatment.com
Gabriella Paolini
Founding Partner
Patient Coordinator
ICAM, USA, Australia
Sono Photodynamic Therapy (SPDT) is applied to cancer patients in the USA exclusively by ICAM. Our Clinic is located in Indianapolis, IN and patients are required to be treated at this location. The usual stay for treatment is a minimum of 2 weeks and a maximum of 6-10 weeks (with prescribed & specific home treatment program also required).
Learn more by viewing video:
http://youtube.com/ICAMCancerClinic
ICAM's SPDT protocol includes various other body-friendly & proven therapies, such as full body hyperthermia, oxygen therapy/s, coffee enema, other specific detoxifying therapies, nutraceuticals specific to cancer and supplements as required by the patient.
ICAM approaches treatment systemically, with a view to treating the whole patient and not just the cancer. Lifestyle modification is paramount to the patients overall health & long-term well-being and it forms an integral part of ICAM's treatment for each patient.
SPDT has been widely applied to treat all types of cancer in other parts of the world such as the UK, Ireland, Australia, Russia and China. The Chinese protocol & clinical trials being the most highly regarded, to the best of our knowledge and due diligence. A scholar.google.com search for photodynamic therapy will yield over 140,000 responses concluding that SPDT/PDT are widely and commonly known medical treatments for cancer since around 1990 - and much earlier ~ though ICAM now provides this treatment in the USA.
SPDT has little to no negative side effects. The treatment can only benefit the patient. To the best of our knowledge a 'cure' for cancer has not yet been released to the public and ICAM is not suggesting that SPDT is a cure for cancer. We are however encouraging you to investigate you current options, as we believe SPDT is a better way to treat most types of cancer.
To find out if you or your loved one qualifies for treatment, please ask here or, for confidentiality, please call direct on 317-670-4665. There is no fee for this initial consultation.
If you have just been diagnosed with early stage prostate, breast or skin cancer, please contact ICAM to know your current options before opting for radical surgeries or potentially harmful drugs. A better choice can be made when you know your options, and there are many viable and effective treatment options for cancer.
ICAM Website can be found here:
http://pdtcancertreatment.com
Gabriella Paolini
Founding Partner
Patient Coordinator
ICAM, USA, Australia
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CAM Specialities: Sono Photodynamic Therapy
State Licenses: Indiana
Practice name: Indiana Center for Advanced Medicine (ICAM)
Practice phone number: 317-670-4665
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Always be the unique, extraordinary person that you are. Never contemplate compromising what you are to suit someone else. Gabriella *Smile*
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ICAMCancerCenter (Complementary Care Expert (not verified)) asked the question in topic(s) Prostate Cancer
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12 months ago
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As Patient coordinator for our Cancer Clinic, I'm more than concerned about our callers who have just been diagnosed. Too many patients procrastinate about treatment. They're confused, in denial & feel helpless. I find it my obligation to reassure all patients that although a hasty decision about treatment is not advisable, yet it's also highly dangerous to 'sit on the fence' and wait. Early detection is a good thing; early TREATMENT is imperative to ensure a successful outcome no matter which treatment you decide upon. I cannot stress this enough. Cancer waits for no-one. Peace & good health to all. Gabriella, ICAM Indiana.
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Never leave your body solely or blindly in the hands of one physician. Always make YOURSELF the key player in your own recovery - and never hesitate to get a 2nd, 3rd or even 4th opinion! It's your life - assume your own power in your own healing, together with the aid of your chosen specialist. With many bright blessings & thoughts to those facing the cancer challenge. Healing begins & ends with you.
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I guess we're all only human. The word itself 'cancer' has been so maligned and also the disease itself is so very much misunderstood. The complexities of the cancer condition exasperates even the most pioneering & respected medical professionals... how are we, as a society, supposed to deal with this confrontation? Compassion is the key; however, shock can be the very first emotional response - and so, at times, we may say the wrong thing.
I know myself, when my father (and mother) actually passed on, the responses and reactions from friends was at times almost hurtful - but I now realize that THEY too were hurting - they just didn't know what to say to us - it was their pain as well as ours. For example, I don't know what I would say to my best friend if she had a diagnosis of cancer... sincerely. Even in my profession, the pain for me would be overwhelming; and although I could advise her professionally, what would I say to her on a personal level as my first gut-reaction? It's daunting. God keep her safe.
Forgiveness goes a long way. Not one of us is perfect, and I believe in my heart that people don't go out of their way to say stupid or nasty things - they simply convey instinct, and often times, their instinct is also a projection of their own lives and what they have been through themselves.
God keep you all blessed and safe.
With much respect,
Gabriella.
I know myself, when my father (and mother) actually passed on, the responses and reactions from friends was at times almost hurtful - but I now realize that THEY too were hurting - they just didn't know what to say to us - it was their pain as well as ours. For example, I don't know what I would say to my best friend if she had a diagnosis of cancer... sincerely. Even in my profession, the pain for me would be overwhelming; and although I could advise her professionally, what would I say to her on a personal level as my first gut-reaction? It's daunting. God keep her safe.
Forgiveness goes a long way. Not one of us is perfect, and I believe in my heart that people don't go out of their way to say stupid or nasty things - they simply convey instinct, and often times, their instinct is also a projection of their own lives and what they have been through themselves.
God keep you all blessed and safe.
With much respect,
Gabriella.
New answer by ICAMCancerCenter (Complementary Care Expert (not verified)) in topic(s) Support, Emotional Support, Cancer
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1 year ago
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The 'symptoms' of Contentment: Kindness, genuine interest in others, a glowing face, a smile for a stranger, peace. Be content; it's catchy! Gabriella ;)
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With sincere respect, the question asked here cannot be answered. All cancer conditions have their own unique set of circumstances, therefore 'finding a cure for breast cancer' does not make sense in this context of a question.
A viable, life enhancing treatment that can address the many different types of breast cancer would be more reasonable to suggest - but to seriously consider putting a time frame on 'finding a cure' is simply non-sensical.
Then again, I often wonder why we, as a society, have placed so much emphasis on this all elusive word 'CURE'. If a 'cure' for the common cold has not yet been released to the public, why would we assume that a 'cure' for any cancer condition be released? And the same for many other conditions such as ALS, MS, Diabetes, Alzheimers .. and the list goes on.
The question raised here draws far too large a picture; too many variables which lead to even more questions rather than any sensible answer. Perhaps you can re-phrase your question so as to be more concise in your exact intention for an answer? What were you thinking when you wrote that question? I'm curious.
Peace.
A viable, life enhancing treatment that can address the many different types of breast cancer would be more reasonable to suggest - but to seriously consider putting a time frame on 'finding a cure' is simply non-sensical.
Then again, I often wonder why we, as a society, have placed so much emphasis on this all elusive word 'CURE'. If a 'cure' for the common cold has not yet been released to the public, why would we assume that a 'cure' for any cancer condition be released? And the same for many other conditions such as ALS, MS, Diabetes, Alzheimers .. and the list goes on.
The question raised here draws far too large a picture; too many variables which lead to even more questions rather than any sensible answer. Perhaps you can re-phrase your question so as to be more concise in your exact intention for an answer? What were you thinking when you wrote that question? I'm curious.
Peace.
New answer by ICAMCancerCenter (Complementary Care Expert (not verified)) in topic(s) Opinions, Finding A Cure, Breast Cancer, Deadline To Cure Breast Cancer
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2 years ago
ICAMCancerCenter
Forgiveness is the only way to peace. Unconditional forgiveness of self, others and circumstances. Peace to your home & soul. Gabriella.
2 years ago
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Hi I'm Gabriella. Part of my role within our organization involves my speaking regularly (almost daily) for the past four years to those facing different types of cancer and at varying stages of the condition. I've gained much knowledge from these people and have been instrumental in also being able to advise or guide these people through their journey.
My experience leads to these conclusions regarding this question: 'what factors should be considered when selecting a cancer treatment center'.
Firstly, it's vital to do your due diligence with regard the legitimacy of any cancer center or physician. The presence of a flashy website or claims of extraordinary technology do not always add up to a legitimate treatment protocol. There are far too many cancer centers making claims that cannot be substantiated – it’s up to you to substantiate them; these centers are allowed to treat patients under certain State guidelines, yet many of them fall between the cracks of the law and go unnoticed, to the detriment of patients. I have unfortunately spoken with many cancer patients or family members who have lost loved ones and also a considerable amount of money due to claims leading to false hope & dire consequences. Understandably, these patients come to me with a sense of dreaded fear that the same thing may happen again. This breaks my heart.
Therefore, the first question one must ask of any cancer center is 'are your doctors licensed to apply these therapies?'. Important question to ask. Many are not. If you can get this answer in writing, all the better.
A list of a few fundamental considerations:
[Please note that these questions should be asked of conventional and unconventional cancer centers alike; both should be accountable. We all too often take conventional medical practice for granted, without asking pertinent questions. Conventional medicine must also be equally accountable for its centers & practice]
~ How successful is the treatment that you will be applying to me? If the answer is 100% successful, you must question the integrity of the center.
~ What are the risks to my health if I choose your center/treatment?
~ Has there ever been any occurrence of death in your center or as a result of your treatment? If so, an explanation in writing would be in order.
~ May I speak directly with the physician who will be treating me? If not, why? You should be able to speak to him/her.
~ Is there any online medical documentation/journals regarding my treatment? If not, why? If so, please give me information so I can check.
~ What is the likely time frame for my treatment? And will I need to return for more?
~ Will I need to change my diet?
~ Will I suffer negative side effects? If so what are they and will your center offer me physical, emotional, practical help through this time? If so, in what way? If not, why?
~ Will your center physician speak with my primary physician & work together with him/her? If not, why?
~ Is there any option for me other than surgery, chemotherapy & radiation therapy? If not, why? Every cancer center should be in a position to be able to at least offer guidance (perhaps not referral, but guidance) to viable treatment options for you. There is more than one way to tackle cancer.
~ Will your center/treatment cure my cancer? This is a vital question! If the answer to this question is 'yes' you must seriously consider the integrity of the center. At this current time and to the very best of my knowledge, there is no cure for cancer which has been made available to the public, therefore any center or physician who answers 'yes' to this question is giving you false hope. The center may have every sincere reason to believe that your treatment with them will indeed bring a 'cure' however, they would be acting in a highly unethical manner in stating to any patient that they will be 'cured' at the center or via their treatment or physicians. An outcome of 'undetectable cancer' is a more suitable answer, however this is still stretching the boundaries of ethics. 'Potential undetectable cancer' is the only real answer for outcome for any cancer patient at this time and to the best of my knowledge. Please stay away from or report any cancer center who is claiming a ‘cure’ at this time.
Having said all of the above, it is of paramount importance that the patient listens to their 'gut' instincts about any cancer center or physician. We cannot ignore our intuition. Your decision must feel comfortable to YOU - not to your daughter or your mother or your husband/wife, cousin or your friend - but to you, the patient. Even if all of the above questions are satisfactorily answered, you must be confident and you must be accountable for the decision you make. It is after-all, your life. Guidance and support from family & friends is wonderful. Decision making is not their responsibility – it is yours.
I hope I’ve been able to help. I feel a deep connection to cancer patients as I’ve heard so many wonderful, and too many very sad stories over the years. The information above has been put together for you, as a direct result of the patients I've spoken with, their families, and the experiences they've all encountered.
There are many viable, highly effective cancer physicians, centers and treatments. It's up to you to ask the right questions and to get the right answers. Always ask 'why'. Never be intimidated by your oncologist. And at the same time, always be aware that your decision needs to be made in a timely manner, because early treatment will lead to a better outcome for you. Please do not allow the decision making process to numb you into a sense of procrastination. Be strong, be positive, be practical, be wise; listen to your heart and go to your selected cancer center with full confidence that you will come out shining! You create your own reality. The center and physicians will work together with you; you are not alone, however you must play the leading role in your own recovery.
Peace,
Gabriella
My experience leads to these conclusions regarding this question: 'what factors should be considered when selecting a cancer treatment center'.
Firstly, it's vital to do your due diligence with regard the legitimacy of any cancer center or physician. The presence of a flashy website or claims of extraordinary technology do not always add up to a legitimate treatment protocol. There are far too many cancer centers making claims that cannot be substantiated – it’s up to you to substantiate them; these centers are allowed to treat patients under certain State guidelines, yet many of them fall between the cracks of the law and go unnoticed, to the detriment of patients. I have unfortunately spoken with many cancer patients or family members who have lost loved ones and also a considerable amount of money due to claims leading to false hope & dire consequences. Understandably, these patients come to me with a sense of dreaded fear that the same thing may happen again. This breaks my heart.
Therefore, the first question one must ask of any cancer center is 'are your doctors licensed to apply these therapies?'. Important question to ask. Many are not. If you can get this answer in writing, all the better.
A list of a few fundamental considerations:
[Please note that these questions should be asked of conventional and unconventional cancer centers alike; both should be accountable. We all too often take conventional medical practice for granted, without asking pertinent questions. Conventional medicine must also be equally accountable for its centers & practice]
~ How successful is the treatment that you will be applying to me? If the answer is 100% successful, you must question the integrity of the center.
~ What are the risks to my health if I choose your center/treatment?
~ Has there ever been any occurrence of death in your center or as a result of your treatment? If so, an explanation in writing would be in order.
~ May I speak directly with the physician who will be treating me? If not, why? You should be able to speak to him/her.
~ Is there any online medical documentation/journals regarding my treatment? If not, why? If so, please give me information so I can check.
~ What is the likely time frame for my treatment? And will I need to return for more?
~ Will I need to change my diet?
~ Will I suffer negative side effects? If so what are they and will your center offer me physical, emotional, practical help through this time? If so, in what way? If not, why?
~ Will your center physician speak with my primary physician & work together with him/her? If not, why?
~ Is there any option for me other than surgery, chemotherapy & radiation therapy? If not, why? Every cancer center should be in a position to be able to at least offer guidance (perhaps not referral, but guidance) to viable treatment options for you. There is more than one way to tackle cancer.
~ Will your center/treatment cure my cancer? This is a vital question! If the answer to this question is 'yes' you must seriously consider the integrity of the center. At this current time and to the very best of my knowledge, there is no cure for cancer which has been made available to the public, therefore any center or physician who answers 'yes' to this question is giving you false hope. The center may have every sincere reason to believe that your treatment with them will indeed bring a 'cure' however, they would be acting in a highly unethical manner in stating to any patient that they will be 'cured' at the center or via their treatment or physicians. An outcome of 'undetectable cancer' is a more suitable answer, however this is still stretching the boundaries of ethics. 'Potential undetectable cancer' is the only real answer for outcome for any cancer patient at this time and to the best of my knowledge. Please stay away from or report any cancer center who is claiming a ‘cure’ at this time.
Having said all of the above, it is of paramount importance that the patient listens to their 'gut' instincts about any cancer center or physician. We cannot ignore our intuition. Your decision must feel comfortable to YOU - not to your daughter or your mother or your husband/wife, cousin or your friend - but to you, the patient. Even if all of the above questions are satisfactorily answered, you must be confident and you must be accountable for the decision you make. It is after-all, your life. Guidance and support from family & friends is wonderful. Decision making is not their responsibility – it is yours.
I hope I’ve been able to help. I feel a deep connection to cancer patients as I’ve heard so many wonderful, and too many very sad stories over the years. The information above has been put together for you, as a direct result of the patients I've spoken with, their families, and the experiences they've all encountered.
There are many viable, highly effective cancer physicians, centers and treatments. It's up to you to ask the right questions and to get the right answers. Always ask 'why'. Never be intimidated by your oncologist. And at the same time, always be aware that your decision needs to be made in a timely manner, because early treatment will lead to a better outcome for you. Please do not allow the decision making process to numb you into a sense of procrastination. Be strong, be positive, be practical, be wise; listen to your heart and go to your selected cancer center with full confidence that you will come out shining! You create your own reality. The center and physicians will work together with you; you are not alone, however you must play the leading role in your own recovery.
Peace,
Gabriella
New answer by ICAMCancerCenter (Complementary Care Expert (not verified)) in topic(s) Cancer Centers, Cancer Treatment Centers, Patient Experience, Breast Cancer Centers
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2 years ago
Hi Murray, I'm Gabriella.
I don't think there are any real problems with Cancer Treatment Centers, as I'm sure they all do their best in providing their very best possible service toward bringing good health back to the patient.
Perhaps the question might be more likely addressed in that it is so very important that the patient feels comfortable, relaxed and 100% confident in whatever treatment center or physician they choose.
The patients overall attitude toward their treatment provider is paramount to their treatment outcome. We are all unique and we all have our own unique set of circumstances and needs, therefore one treatment center may be fabulous for one patient but not so fabulous for the next. It all depends on the patient. This is my personal opinion, and I believe the patient must take control and careful due diligence to ensure the center or physician is right for them.
In my experience, too many patients have their wife or husband or other family member do the research for them - this can be detrimental in the long term, as only the patient themselves can make the ultimate decision upon treatment option and treatment center/physician.
With respect & peace,
Gabriella
I don't think there are any real problems with Cancer Treatment Centers, as I'm sure they all do their best in providing their very best possible service toward bringing good health back to the patient.
Perhaps the question might be more likely addressed in that it is so very important that the patient feels comfortable, relaxed and 100% confident in whatever treatment center or physician they choose.
The patients overall attitude toward their treatment provider is paramount to their treatment outcome. We are all unique and we all have our own unique set of circumstances and needs, therefore one treatment center may be fabulous for one patient but not so fabulous for the next. It all depends on the patient. This is my personal opinion, and I believe the patient must take control and careful due diligence to ensure the center or physician is right for them.
In my experience, too many patients have their wife or husband or other family member do the research for them - this can be detrimental in the long term, as only the patient themselves can make the ultimate decision upon treatment option and treatment center/physician.
With respect & peace,
Gabriella
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