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This Doctor Left Conventional Medicine to Transform Cancer Care—Here’s What He Discovered
Season 2 Episode 20
In this thought-provoking and heartfelt episode of Metabolic Matters, host Dr. Nasha Winters welcomes Dr. Nathan Goodyear, a leading voice in integrative oncology and a passionate advocate for patient-centered cancer care. Dr. Goodyear shares his extraordinary journey from conventional OB/GYN pelvic floor surgery to becoming a pioneer in metabolic and integrative cancer therapies. Through personal experience, clinical insights, and a steadfast commitment to innovation, he explores how the landscape of oncology is transforming toward precision, empowerment, and healing.
Key Topics:
From Surgeon to Integrative Oncologist: Dr. Goodyear recounts his early career in pelvic floor surgery and the pivotal moments—including his own health crisis—that catalyzed his shift into integrative medicine.
Redefining Healing: A deeply personal conversation on what it means to “heal into dying,” featuring reflections on end-of-life care, patient autonomy, and the emotional realities of oncology.
The Future of Cancer Therapies:
Microbiome & Fecal Transplants: Why the tumor microbiome might be a game-changing biomarker—and therapeutic target—for cancer.
Cannabinoid Medicine: Exploring the anti-cancer potential of CBD, the stigma around cannabis, and its immunological implications.
Immune Modulation & Vitamin C: Highlighting high-dose IV vitamin C, LDN, and strategies to enhance immune surveillance.
Repurposed Medications: Dr. Goodyear discusses the growing momentum behind off-label drug use in cancer care, including ivermectin and propranolol, and the critical need for bridging conversations between conventional and integrative oncologists.
- Bridging Paradigms: A passionate call for collaboration across disciplines to dismantle silos and build patient-centered, innovation-driven cancer care.
🔗 Resources & Mentions
Dr. Nathan Goodyear’s work:
Website: www.docgoodyear.com
Podcast: Pre-scribed by Dr. Nathan Goodyear
Repurposed medicine hub: www.off-scriptRx.com
Instagram: @dr.goodyear
Organizations:
Williams Cancer Institute: www.williamscancerinstitute.com
Referenced Literature:
Breaking the Cancer Code by Dr. Goodyear
Tripping Over the Truth by Travis Christofferson
- Low-Dose Naltrexone & Endocannabinoid Research (Mentioned: Dr. Angus Dalgleish)
📲 CONNECT WITH DR. NATHAN GOODYEAR
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@DrNathanGoodyear/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/dr.goodyear
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drnathangoodyear/
TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@nathangoodyearmd Website: https://docgoodyear.com
👩⚕️ About Your Host:
Dr. Nasha Winters is a global healthcare authority, best-selling author, and educator in the emerging field of integrative oncology and terrain-based cancer care. She hosts M
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