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Lorenzo Cohen, PhD

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Highlights

  • Director of and professor for the Integrative Medicine Program at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
  • Professor for the division of cancer prevention and population sciences at MD Anderson Cancer Center
  • Adjunct professor in behavioral sciences at the University of Texas School of Public Health
  • Distinguished clinical professor for Fudan University Cancer Hospital
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Lorenzo Cohen, PhD, is the director of and a professor for the Integrative Medicine Program at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.

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Dr. Cohen also serves as a professor for the division of cancer prevention and population sciences at the MD Anderson Cancer Center, and as an adjunct professor in behavioral sciences at the University of Texas School of Public Health. He is a distinguished clinical professor for Fudan University Cancer Hospital in Shanghai, China.

Dr. Cohen is a founding member and past president of the international Society for Integrative Oncology. He researches the impact of integrative medicine practices on negative side effects of cancer treatment and improving quality of life and treatment outcomes. His research has included studies of meditation, yoga, tai chi/qigong, stress management, emotional writing, neurofeedback and acupuncture.

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Contributions

Complementary therapy

08/31/15 | BY: Donald Abrams, Michael Baime, Sharon Bray, Lorenzo Cohen, Debra DeMille, Michael Richardson, Steven Rosenzweig

Post-treatment, managing side effects is key. Integrating complementary therapies alongside conventional treatment is increasingly common, offering holistic care.

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 | 8 Min. Read |

Types of complementary therapy

08/31/15 | BY: Donald Abrams, Michael Baime, Sharon Bray, Lorenzo Cohen, Debra DeMille, Michael Richardson, Steven Rosenzweig

There are many different types of complementary therapy, including body-based and energy, expressive art, diet/nutrition/exercise, and mind-body therapies.

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 | 5 Min. Read

Acupuncture

08/31/15 | BY: Donald Abrams, Michael Baime, Sharon Bray, Lorenzo Cohen, Debra DeMille, Michael Richardson, Steven Rosenzweig

Acupuncture is sometimes used as a way to manage symptoms and treatment side effects in those with breast cancer. Learn how acupuncture may benefit you.

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 | 6 Min. Read |

Art therapy

08/31/15 | BY: Donald Abrams, Michael Baime, Sharon Bray, Lorenzo Cohen, Debra DeMille, Michael Richardson, Steven Rosenzweig

Art therapy involves the use of visual arts to express emotions, communicate with others, build self-esteem and learn what is important to you. It is a type of expressive art therapy.

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 | 5 Min. Read |

Expressive writing

08/31/15 | BY: Donald Abrams, Michael Baime, Sharon Bray, Lorenzo Cohen, Debra DeMille, Michael Richardson, Steven Rosenzweig

Expressive writing, a tool for emotional release and understanding, is utilized in therapy, writing groups, or individually to process emotions and experiences.

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 | 6 Min. Read |

Guided imagery

08/31/15 | BY: Donald Abrams, Michael Baime, Sharon Bray, Lorenzo Cohen, Debra DeMille, Michael Richardson, Steven Rosenzweig

The goal of guided imagery is to shift your mood. Using a series of cues on your own or with a guide who helps you, you imagine sensations or visualize images that remind you of good feelings, happiness or calm.

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 | 4 Min. Read |

Hypnosis

08/31/15 | BY: Donald Abrams, Michael Baime, Sharon Bray, Lorenzo Cohen, Debra DeMille, Michael Richardson, Steven Rosenzweig

Hypnosis induces a trance-like state to alleviate stress, anxiety, pain, or hot flashes. It's often used pre-surgery or during medical procedures for anxious individuals.

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 | 4 Min. Read |

Massage therapy

08/31/15 | BY: Donald Abrams, Michael Baime, Sharon Bray, Lorenzo Cohen, Debra DeMille, Michael Richardson, Steven Rosenzweig

Massage is known to help reduce stress, anxiety and pain, and relieve tension. Research shows a cancer diagnosis and treatment can make it harder to relax and be calm.

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 | 7 Min. Read |

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)

08/31/15 | BY: Donald Abrams, Michael Baime, Sharon Bray, Lorenzo Cohen, Debra DeMille, Michael Richardson, Steven Rosenzweig

The most widely researched meditation program is called Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction or MBSR. It combines a variety of techniques, including body scan, sitting meditation, and gentle and mindful yoga.

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 | 4 Min. Read |