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Cancer Screening & Prevention Process

Information is your best defence against cancer. Get a personalized cancer screening and prevention plan designed just for you at the Integrated Health Clinic.

Our proactive Cancer Screening & Prevention Program combines comprehensive assessment with individualized care, helping you identify cancer risk factors early and take confident steps toward prevention.

Guided by Dr. Gurdev Parmar, ND, each plan is built around your unique risk profile and health goals.

Start Your Personalized Cancer Prevention Plan Today

Book your initial consultation or explore our transparent pricing. Our coordinators will help you take the first step toward proactive, preventative cancer screening and care.

What to Expect From Your Care Journey

Our step-by-step process is built around your needs and history. Not sure if it’s right for you? We offer a 15-minute screening with Dr. Parmar to help assess if this path is your best fit.

Book Your Initial Consultation

Call us at 604-888-8325 or submit a request form online. Our Patient Care Coordinators will help you schedule an initial one-hour consultation with Dr. Gurdev Parmar.

Complete the Intake Form

You’ll be asked to fill out a detailed intake form covering your personal and family medical history. Dr. Parmar reviews this carefully to tailor your assessment and plan.

Attend Your Initial Consultation

During your one-hour in-person visit, Dr. Parmar will conduct a full physical exam, assess your health goals, and identify next steps for labs, scans, and testing.

Complete Assessment Activities

You’ll complete a personalized set of assessments, such as lab work, genetic testing, full body MRI, skin mapping, or BC Cancer Agency screening referrals.

Review + Plan With Dr. Parmar

In your second one-hour consultation, Dr. Parmar will review results, assess cancer risk, and create a fully personalized prevention strategy for long-term care.

Preventative Cancer Management Starts With a Conversation

Meet the Doctor Behind Your Care Plan

Dr. Gurdev Parmar is a pioneer in integrative cancer care with decades of experience in research, teaching, and patient-centred treatment.

As the founder of the IHC Cancer Care Program and President of the International Clinical Hyperthermia Society, he brings global expertise and deep compassion to every patient interaction.

With referrals from oncologists and specialists alike, Dr. Parmar and his team blend science, testing, and naturopathic care to help you make empowered choices about your health, well before a diagnosis ever happens.

Cancer Screening & Prevention Program Pricing

Includes:

* Intake form analysis
* 1-hr initial new patient consultation
* Full physical examination
* Advanced baseline lab testing
* Cancer-specific markers
* BCCA screening referrals
* Second 1-hr follow-up consultation
* Personalized cancer prevention plan

Includes:

* Everything in the Standard program, plus
* Prenuvo Whole Body MRI
* Fotofinder Automated Total Body Skin Mapping
* Personalized genetic testing

Testimonials

See what our past and current patients have to say about the treatment and care they received at the Integrated Health Clinic.

FAQs

Have a question? Explore the answers to our most commonly received questions. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you can’t find the answer you need or want to chat further.

What are your clinic hours?

Consultation Hours

Monday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Tuesday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Wednesday, 9:00am – 7:00pm (for select services)
Thursday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday, 10:00am – 3:00pm
Sunday, Closed

Lab Hours

Monday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Tuesday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Wednesday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday, 10:00am – 3:00pm
Sunday, Closed

What is Naturopathic Medicine?

Naturopathic medicine at IHC is a distinct primary healthcare system that blends modern scientific medicine with traditional and natural forms of medicine. Naturopathic medicine is the art and science of disease diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. It includes standard pharmaceutical treatments as well as evidence-informed natural therapies, including nutraceuticals, botanical medicine, injection and IV therapies, clinical nutrition, acupuncture, lifestyle counselling, health promotion, and disease prevention.

Can Naturopathic Doctors write pharmaceutical prescriptions?

Yes. Naturopathic Doctors at the Integrated Health Clinic have full prescriptive rights for pharmaceuticals detailed within the scope of practice for naturopathic physicians in BC.

Are Naturopathic Doctors covered under MSP?

No, Naturopathic services, including lab testing, are not covered under MSP. However, Naturopathic services are often covered under many extended health plans, so you need to check with your individual providers to clarify coverage.

Do you deal with insurance companies for direct billing?

We do not deal directly with private insurance companies. However, we do provide an invoice with each visit that details the services provided and the associated cost. This invoice can then be submitted in accordance with your insurance company’s specific guidelines.

What happens during the initial consultation?

During your initial consultation, the doctor will review your medical history, evaluate your current health concerns/issues, determine your goals of care, and conduct a physical examination as appropriate. Your visit will conclude with a review of your doctor’s recommendations for appropriate testing, treatment and follow-up.

Do I need to bring anything with me to my initial consultation?

Yes, we ask that you bring certain information with you that is appropriate to your individual circumstances. This includes:

  • New Patient Intake Form (mandatory)
  • Information pertinent to your medical history (conditions previously treated, allergy confirmation, surgical notes, etc.)
  • Recent blood work or diagnostic imaging reports
What is your cancellation policy?

Because of the high demand we experience for treatments and consultation services, we require 24 hours notice for cancellation. We have a wait list of patients eager to attend the clinic who we can call to fill vacant appointments with sufficient notice. We appreciate your cooperation in this regard.

We will administer an appropriate cancellation fee for appointment no-shows or last-minute cancellations.

Do I need a referral to see a Naturopathic Doctor?

No, a referral is not required. We ask that you call us so we can review your particular circumstance and recommend a doctor appropriate to your needs.