Nutrition and Dietary Supplements Research
The Center for Comprehensive Wellness (CCW) has designed and conducted innovative research in the field of nutrition and integrative therapies for pediatric patients and their families since 1998. Our clinical studies have pioneered the safe integration of nutritional therapy and CAM into conventional medical care within the United States and abroad. Dr. Elena Ladas, co-director of CCW and director of the Integrative Therapies Program, is pioneering research into the role of nutrition and the gut in pediatric oncology—a largely understudied area. Our research provides valuable information about this critical component of care with pediatric hematology, oncology and stem cell transplant patients, ranging in age from infancy through adolescence and adulthood, both during and after medical treatment.
Our patients and their families have the opportunity to participate in clinical trials exploring the most promising treatments in CAM and integrative medicine, psychosocial support, and survivor wellness.