Mistletoe Therapy in Practice

A two-day professional training in Mistletoe Therapy in Practice

This professional training is for healthcare providers including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, allied practitioners and health coaches working in oncology, palliative care and Integrative Medicine.

Who should attend

• Medical doctors (GPs, oncologists, palliative care physicians, integrative medicine practitioners)
• Oncology and palliative care nurses
• Hospital pharmacists and clinical pharmacists
• Allied health professionals working in cancer care
• Healthcare practitioners seeking to expand their Integrative Medicine knowledge

Prerequisites:

Attendees should have a foundational understanding of oncology or experience working with cancer patients.

What you will learn

By the end of this two-day training, participants will be able to:

Day 1: Foundations and Preparation

• Understand the historical development and anthroposophical principles underlying mistletoe therapy
• Describe the manufacturing processes of different mistletoe preparations (fermented vs. non-fermented)
• Identify the major mistletoe products available in the UK and Europe (Iscador, Helixor, Abnoba-viscum, etc.) and their distinguishing characteristics
• Explain the differences between host tree species and their clinical application
• Review the pharmacological properties and proposed mechanisms of action
• Understand quality control, storage, and handling requirements

Day 2: Clinical Application and Evidence

• Apply dosing protocols and administration techniques for subcutaneous injection
• Develop treatment plans for patients with different cancer types
• Recognise and manage common side effects and contraindications
• Explore mistletoe use beyond oncology, including applications in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/ME and immune modulation
• Analyse real-world case studies and treatment outcomes
• Critically appraise the current research evidence base
• Participate in the Research and Evaluation Workshop with Professor Gene Feder, examining study design, clinical trials, and future research directions

Meet Your Expert Trainers

• Dr Simon van Lieshout, Integrative Medicine Doctor
• Professor Gene Feder, University of Bristol
• Dr Elizabeth Thompson, CEO & Founder, NCIM, Integrative Medicine Doctor

13 & 14 July 2026 | 10am-5pm GMT | In-person or online

14 CPD Hours | Certificate of Attendance

Tickets:

In-person including lunch £250 (£200 early-bird until 31 May 2026)

Online £150 (£120 early-bird)

NCIM Members: In-person £180 or online £100

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