Free online community webinar · Thursday, August 13 · 7:00–8:00 PM EST · In support of Fight for the Cure
A free NutriChem community webinar

Cancer Care — Beyond the Basics

Understanding Integrative & Emerging Approaches

Join a Naturopathic Doctor, Nurse Practitioner, and Clinical Pharmacist for a practical, evidence-informed discussion on integrative oncology — and how a collaborative care team supports patients throughout the cancer journey.

Thursday, August 13, 2026
7:00 – 8:00 PM EST
Live online
Registration closes at start
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Registration is free. Optional donations support The Ottawa Hospital Foundation.

Why this conversation matters

Cancer care is evolving — and the information is overwhelming

Alongside conventional treatment, patients are increasingly exploring supportive therapies, integrative care, and emerging approaches that may improve quality of life and outcomes.

But it's hard to know what's evidence-informed, what may help, and what to ask your care team. This webinar explores where complementary and emerging approaches fit — and how to build a collaborative team that prioritizes both safety and patient-centered outcomes.

This session is for you if you're a
Patient navigating a diagnosis
Caregiver or family member
Healthcare professional
Community member who wants to learn
The panel discussion

What you'll learn

Four themes, one moderated conversation — followed by live audience Q&A.

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What Is Integrative Oncology?

How patients can safely combine supportive therapies with conventional treatment — and where those therapies fit by cancer type, system, and stage.

02

Building Your Cancer Care Team

How collaborative care improves outcomes and quality of life, and where symptom management fits alongside cancer-directed goals.

03

Emerging Therapies: Where Do They Fit?

Navigating information in the age of social media, the pharmacist's role in safe implementation, and why monitoring and testing matter.

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Quality of Life, During & After

Fatigue, sleep, nutrition, pain, mental and sexual health, supplements, and long-term survivorship support.

Collaborative care in action

Meet the panelists

Host & Moderator

Dr. Emma Pollon-MacLeod, ND

Naturopathic Doctor · NutriChem CEO

Menopause Society Certified Practitioner with a background in biochemistry and naturopathic medicine. She champions whole-body, personalized, evidence-based care.

Dr. Dugald Seely, ND, MSc

Naturopathic Doctor · Clinician-Scientist

Founder of the Ottawa Integrative Cancer Centre with 20+ years advancing integrative oncology and 100+ peer-reviewed publications.

Carrie Whittley, NP, MScN

Nurse Practitioner

25+ years in primary care, mental health, and trauma-informed practice, helping people living with cancer navigate treatment and recovery.

Dr. Adam Livingston, PharmD

Clinical Pharmacist · NutriChem Director of Science

Compounding and clinical pharmacist focused on complex medication decisions, deprescribing, and safe, real-world therapeutic alternatives.

Bring your questions

The session closes with a 10-minute moderated Q&A driven by audience-submitted questions and live polling.

Register & ask →
In support of Fight for the Cure

More than a webinar — a fundraiser for cancer care in Ottawa

This free event supports Dr. Adam Livingston's participation in Fight for the Cure, raising critical funds for The Ottawa Hospital Cancer Centre — advancing research, patient care, and support services right here in our community.

Registration is free, but donations are highly encouraged. 100% of proceeds go to The Ottawa Hospital Foundation. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a meaningful difference.

Dr. Adam Livingston
Stepping into the ring for Fight for the Cure
100%

of proceeds directed to The Ottawa Hospital Foundation in support of cancer care and research.

Reserve your spot


Thursday, August 13, 2026 · 7:00–8:00 PM EST · Live online.

Registration is free - reserve your spot today.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Registration is completely free. Donations to The Ottawa Hospital Foundation via Fight for the Cure are optional but highly encouraged.

Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 7:00 to 8:00 PM EST. It is held live online — your access link is provided when you register.

Patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and community members. Whatever your connection to cancer care, you are welcome.

Yes. The session includes a 10-minute moderated Q&A driven by audience-submitted questions and live polling.

100% of proceeds are directed to The Ottawa Hospital Foundation in support of cancer care and research, through Dr. Adam Livingston's Fight for the Cure campaign.

No. This is an educational conversation. Always discuss your individual situation with your own healthcare team before making changes to your care.