Who We Are
We are a women-for-women service
Oncologist Laurie L. Herscher is board certified in both Radiation Oncology and Integrative Medicine.
Psychologist Tami Lubitsh-White, is licensed and trained in a wide range of modalities.
Together we combine our expertise to develop comprehensive integrative treatment programs for our patients. We help you navigate the often-bewildering maze of tests and treatments so you can regain your physical and mental health.
Philosophy of care
We provide patient-centered, evidence-based integrative care to uncover your unique path to healing. We base our recommendations on the scientific literature. We believe in the “test, don’t guess” approach to assessing your internal metabolic milieu to optimize outcomes during and after treatment. We believe that your life goals, values and engagement in the process are crucial to optimize outcomes and increase quality of life throughout the different stages of your cancer journey. We prioritize safety and are committed to providing you with up-to-date, scientific information, which will allow you to make informed decisions about your care.
About
Laurie L. Herscher, M.D.
Physician, Co-Founder of Kairos Integrative Cancer Care
Education
- M.D. George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
- B.A. Stanford University
Medical Training and Experience:
- Board Certified in Radiation Oncology
- Board Certified in Integrative Medicine
- 28 years as a practicing radiation oncologist including as Staff Physician at the National Cancer Institute
- 7 years practicing Integrative Oncology including serving as Medical Director, Integrative Medicine Program at the Aquilino Cancer Center, Rockville, MD
- Training in Integrative and Functional Medicine:
- Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner
- Fellowship in Integrative Medicine, University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine
- Metabolic Approach to Cancer certified practitioner
On a Personal Note:
Over the years of practicing radiation oncology, patients kept asking me why cancer happened and what else can they do to help themselves. Although my conventional training has provided me with excellent tools to help patients with cancer, it didn’t have all the answers I was looking for. I knew I needed to know more. The more I learned, the more I felt like we as a medical community have so much more we can offer cancer patients. I remain amazed and humbled by this gratifying work and the opportunity to join people on this journey.
About
Tami Lubitsh-White, Psy.D
Psy.D., LPC, Psychologist, Co-Founder of Kairos Integrative Cancer Care.
Education
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- B.A. Hebrew University of Jerusalem
- M.A. California Institute of Integral Studies, Counseling Psychology
- Psychology Doctorate (PsyD)- Alaska Pacific University.
Working Experience:
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- Alaska Women Resource Center- Clinician
- Akeela Inc.- Manager of Mental Health Program.
- Alaska Pacific University – Adjunct Professor.
- Anchorage Neighborhood Health Canter- Psychologist- Founder of Integrated Behavioral Health Program.
- Providence- Behavior Health Consultant.
Complex Behavior Collaborative- behavior health consultant for the state of Alaska.
Dr. Lubitsh-White has been trained in: Psychodynamic psychotherapy, Integrated Behavioral Health, Sensorimotor psychotherapy, Drama therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Hypnosis, EMDR, and is certified as a psychedelic assisted treatment clinician.
On a Personal Note:
My personal biography includes a chapter starting with the sentence: “You have cancer.” I clearly remember the uncertainty, confusion, and fear that followed.
Going through cancer treatment was a transformative experience. It added a much-needed humility to the way I show up as a clinician. In the darkest moment during my treatment, I vowed to pay it back. I am grateful every day that I survived and I am determined to fulfill this promise.
I am committed to pass on what I learned and help you find your voice through treatment and beyond.