The Patterson Institute attends the 2026 Society for Integrative Oncology conference

Dr. Dugald Seely, ND, the executive director at the Patterson Institute, was pleased to attend the Society for Integrative Oncology conference in Detroit, Michigan, from September 30th to October 2nd. This was the Patterson Institute's eighth year attending and contributing research to SIO.

Dr. Seely presented three research posters on behalf of the team, highlighting the following research projects:

• A database coverage analysis to inform clinical practice guidelines for natural products in oncology.
• The methodology used to develop these natural product guidelines.
• Early findings from a study on maitake for immune support in integrative cancer care.

The conference brought together oncologists, nurses, patient advocates, naturopathic doctors, researchers, and clinicians. Topics included valuable insights into supporting cardiovascular health for people living with cancer, joint guidelines from SIO and the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), and emerging research on the gut microbiome and its relevance to managing symptom clusters. Another highlight was the gala dinner and dance which showcased Motown music, a creation from the Motor City, Detroit, itself.

"It was especially meaningful to reconnect with colleagues I hadn’t seen in years, including people with whom I’ve collaborated with in the past," said Dr. Dugald Seely, ND. I also had the opportunity to share plans for a special journal issue on integrative oncology that I hope to guest edit in the near future."

With more than 100 posters, the conference reflected the continued growth of integrative oncology across North America and internationally. The Patterson Institute for Integrative Oncology Research was delighted to continue to contribute to this research community and to help advance evidence-informed, patient-centred cancer care.