Mistletoe anyone? On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, I had the chance to sit down with the Dr. Lucas Tims, a naturopathic oncologist that has some unique, yet sensible approaches to treating, mitigating and preventing cancer.  On top of that, he has a healthy respect for mitochondrial health and the role they play on not just overall health, but their relationship with cancer. Dr. Tims sees cancer as a teacher, not a problem. You will learn why and so much more in this information-packed episode!

Dr. Lucas Tims, ND, FABNO, is Medical Director of the Riordan Clinic’s location in Overland Park, Kan. He is a naturopathic doctor who specializes in IV vitamin C, ozone therapy, the immune system and more. Originally from Northwest Arkansas, Dr. Lucas (as he is known to his patients) is a graduate of the University of Arkansas, where he majored in microbiology. He went on to complete his medical training at Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona, before moving to Tulsa, Oklahoma, for an oncology-focused residency program at Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA). In 2013, he passed his specialty boards designating him as a Fellow of the American Board of Naturopathic Oncology (FABNO). He has also earned a Metabolic Approach to Cancer (MATC) certificate from the Metabolic Terrain Institute of Health.

Throughout Dr. Lucas’ 12 years of practice, he has provided Integrative Medicine support for thousands of cancer patients at multiple CTCA hospitals and clinics. As a board-certified, Naturopathic Oncologist, Dr. Lucas is an expert in how to utilize natural therapies to support patients during any phase of treatment or care setting. In early 2018, Dr. Lucas was appointed to a leadership role serving as Medical Director of Integrative Oncology at CTCA’s Western Regional Medical Center. Dr. Lucas is also a 2020 recipient of the Excellence in Healthcare for Cancer Care recognition by the Wichita Business Journal.

Dr. Lucas was born into a family where nutrition and organic eating were the norm, and in his formative years he became deeply interested in science and medicine. His upbringing combined with influential mentors during his undergraduate studies helped pave his path toward naturopathic medicine.In his second year of naturopathic medical school, Dr. Lucas met his future wife. Shortly after they began dating, she was diagnosed with cancer. Helping her through her cancer journey was a turning point for him that fueled his passion for specializing in cancer care.

Throughout his tenure at Riordan Clinic, he has been instrumental in the development and expansion of comprehensive cancer programs that include therapies such as IV vitamin C, mistletoe, ozone therapy, Helleborus, and acupuncture. He works very closely with his patients on diet and lifestyle interventions that promote a healthy immune system and create the right internal climate for the body to heal.In addition to patient care, Dr. Lucas enjoys doing research, teaching, and writing for medical journals. He is a member, and board member, of the Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians and the Society for Integrative Oncology. 

Dr. Tims is an absolute wealth of knowledge and expert in the world of cancer. Anyone and everyone will benefit from listening and learning from him in this episode. As always, light up your health!

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Dr. Mike Belkowski and Dr. Lucas Tims discuss the following:

• 2:02 - His background story getting into oncology
• 4:12 - The forgotten side of the cancer experience 
• 6:10 - The emotional, psychological, and spiritual portion of cancer treatment
• 7:07 - Acupuncture and stress
• 10:53 - Post-pandemic changes in oncology
• 14:46 - Cancer in younger patients
• 15:56 - Dr. Lucas Tims’ integrative approach to cancer treatment
• 16:59 - Tripping Over the Truth - book recommendation about cancer fundamentals
• 17:32 - Cancer as a teacher, not as a problem
• 19:57 - Tactics to deter cancer
• 24:38 - Mitochondrial dysfunction and how it’s measured
• 27:35 - Mitochondria-cancer relationship
• 30:25 - Red light therapy for cancer treatment and prevention
• 32:22 - Sunlight and heliotherapy benefits
• 33:46 - Tim Ferriss on health, wealth, and relationships, and how it relates to alternative cancer treatment
• 35:28 - Empowering patients in an informed way
• 37:41 - Cancer prevention
• 40:03 - Blood testing from a preventative standpoint
• 42:27 - Insight to your nutritional needs
• 43:09 - Nutrition Genome - Personal insight DNA testing
• 45:21 - Becoming Supernatural by Dr. Joe Dispenza - book recommendation
• 46:09 - Learn more about/ connect with Dr. Tims

- Watch this episode on YouTube - Instagram: @doctorlucas   Website: Riordan Clinic   Facebook: Riordan Clinic   LinkedIn: Riordan Clinic   Real Health Podcast

Dr. Lucas is accepting new patients in the Overland Park office   Call 800-447-7276 to schedule an appointment - Check out the newest innovative device from BioLight... the Matrix! - Check out the Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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