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Tina is the science-y one. Leah is the #cancerinsider. We are two naturopathic doctors who know a lot about integrative medicine and cancer care. The Cancer Pod is not just for cancer patients or cancer survivors. It’s for caregivers, family, friends, and anyone looking to reduce their cancer risk.
The Science-y One
Tina has always been “the sciency one.” From electricity to fermentation to pond scum, by eight years old, she was playing with all of it. She’s been an ND focused on oncology since graduating in 2000. The Cancer Pod is her outlet to teach, engage, and help a limitless number of people.
Dr. Tina Kaczor, ND, FABNO, is a distinguished Naturopathic Doctor and Fellow of the American Board of Naturopathic Oncology (FABNO). With over two decades of experience, Dr. Kaczor is renowned for her expertise in integrative cancer care, naturopathic medicine, and holistic wellness.
Dr. Kaczor holds dual degrees in English (BA) and Biochemistry (BS) from the University at Buffalo (class of ’94). After graduating from the National College of Natural Medicine in 2000, she did her residency training in integrative medicine at Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA). In 2003, she co-founded The Clinic of Natural Medicine in Eugene, Oregon, where she served patients until its sale in 2016.
In addition to the podcast, Dr. Kaczor is a respected author, educator, and speaker in the field of naturopathic medicine. She has contributed to numerous publications, including textbooks, research journals, and popular health magazines, and regularly presents at conferences for professionals and the public. She is the Editor-in-chief of The Natural Medicine Journal, where she has overseen content since 2009.
Dr. Kaczor is dedicated to advancing the field of integrative oncology and promoting collaboration between conventional and complementary healthcare providers. … Read More
The Cancer Insider
Leah’s dream job as a naturopathic physician was to work at an integrative cancer center. She never thought she would also become a patient. She’s the #cancerinsider of The Cancer Pod, offering her insight on the podcast from the perspective of patient and doctor.
Dr. Sherman holds a BFA in Medical Illustration from Virginia Commonwealth University. She has extensive experience working in New York City and Richmond, Virginia as a graphic designer, and pursued a career in naturopathic medicine after seeing the benefits of natural medicine on overall health firsthand. In 2007, she graduated from the National College of Natural Medicine (now the National University of Natural Medicine), then completed two years of a naturopathic family medicine residency at the clinics affiliated with the college. She was accepted to a two-year naturopathic oncology residency at the Goshen Center for Cancer Care in Goshen, Indiana. She then went on to work as a naturopathic doctor at Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Arizona (now City of Hope) and at the Goshen Center for Cancer Care.
In 2018, Dr. Sherman completed IFM Certified Practitioner training through The Institute for Functional Medicine. She is a certified yoga teacher registered with Yoga Alliance, and has received additional yoga teacher training through yoga4cancer and Love Your Brain. She is licensed as a naturopathic doctor in the state of Wisconsin, although she currently is not seeing patients.
Dr. Sherman was diagnosed with stage II breast cancer in 2014, and underwent treatment with chemother… Read More
