What you will learn

By the end of this two-day training, participants will be able to:

Day 1: Foundations and Preparation 
  • Understand the historical development and anthroposophical principles underlying mistletoe therapy
  • Describe the manufacturing processes of different mistletoe preparations (fermented vs. non-fermented)
  • Identify the major mistletoe products available in the UK and Europe (Iscador, Helixor, Abnoba-viscum, etc.) and their distinguishing characteristics
  • Explain the differences between host tree species and their clinical application
  • Review the pharmacological properties and proposed mechanisms of action
  • Understand quality control, storage, and handling requirements
Day 2: Clinical Application and Evidence
  • Apply dosing protocols and administration techniques for subcutaneous injection
  • Develop treatment plans for patients with different cancer types
  • Recognise and manage common side effects and contraindications
  • Explore mistletoe use beyond oncology, including applications in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/ME and immune modulation
  • Analyse real-world case studies and treatment outcomes
  • Critically appraise the current research evidence base
  • Participate in the Research and Evaluation Workshop with Professor Gene Feder, examining study design, clinical trials, and future research directions

Course curriculum

    1. How to use the Thinkific platform

    2. Learning Outcomes

    3. Disclaimer & Course Access

    1. Welcome Address: Dr Elizabeth Thompson

    2. History and Philosophy of Mistletoe Therapy: Dr Elizabeth Thompson & Dr Sarah Monz

    3. Further reading

    1. Growing and Preparation of Iscador: Dr Sarah Monz

    2. Harvesting and Production of Helixor: Dr Sebastian Stockerl

    3. Preparation and Delivery of Abnoba VISCUM: Dr Jürgen Eisenbraun

    1. Session 6: Nature Connection and Mistletoe: Dr Sarah Monz

    1. Introducing Mistletoe in Clinical Practice including Oral Mistletoe: Dr Elizabeth Thompson

    2. Practical Approaches to Subcutaneous Regimens with Mistletoe Therapy: Dr Simon van Lieshout

    3. Practical Approaches to Subcutaneous Regimens with Abnoba

    4. Practical Approaches to Subcutaneous Regimens with Iscador

    1. Mistletoe in Non-cancer diagnoses such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Dr Simon van Lieshout

    2. Mistletoe case study 1

    3. Mistletoe case study 2

About this course

  • Free
  • 22 lessons