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What are Dr. Phil's personal views on using a laser for cancer treatment?
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He would use the laser on himself or his family, even over tumor sites.
From a medical legal standpoint, what does Dr. Phil recommend regarding laser use on cancer patients?
He recommends not using the laser on patients with cancer due to potential liability if conditions worsen.
What does the study on cost effectiveness of laser therapy in head and neck cancer patients conclude?
Morbidity is lower in the laser group, and laser therapy is more cost-effective than placebo.
Which effects did the laser therapy promote in the study involving an immune response?
The local immune response was stimulated by the laser treatment.
What factors should practitioners consider when deciding whether to use lasers on cancer patients, according to Dr. Phil?
Scientific evidence, personal stance, and legal liability should all be considered.
What is the general conclusion from the study 'Photobiomodulation in cancer: Further Investigations Needed'?
PBM therapy may benefit cancer patients but should be further investigated.
What did the study on the impact of PBM on patient-derived xenograft model of oral squamous cell carcinoma indicate?
PBM did not impact model behavior, indicating safety.
According to the study on laser therapy inhibiting tumor growth in mice, what are the two main effects observed?
In vitro increased cell metabolism and in vivo reduced tumor progression.
What email can be used to contact Dr. Phil Harrington for more information?
laserlessonsfromdrphil@gmail.com
What is the conclusion of the 2015 study on selective cytotoxic effects of laser on human oral cancer cells?
Low power laser irradiation might potentially treat oral cancers.
What are the two key perspectives on treatment decisions discussed by Dr. Phil?
Scientific/Real World and Medical Legal perspectives.
What position has Dr. Phil Harrington held for 15 years?
Medical director for a Class 4 therapeutic laser company.
What does the systematic review on photobiomodulation for oral mucositis in cancer patients support?
The use of photobiomodulation for preventing oral mucositis in specific patient populations undergoing chemotherapy.
What are the two main categories discussed by Dr. Phil in terms of risk management?
Physiological and Medical Legal
How does Dr. Phil illustrate the logic of decision-making?
By using the analogy of not punching someone in the face, which involves multiple considerations for actions/decisions.
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