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. Session 4: Symposium on Research and Evaluation for Mistletoe Therapy Chair: Dr Gene Feder & Dr Matthias Kröz

    1. Highlights from Day 1

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

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

    4. Session 3: Intravenous Protocols and Managing Hypersensitivity: Dr Simon van Lieshout

    5. Session 4: Use of Mistletoe in Non-cancer diagnoses such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Dr Simon van Lieshout

    6. Session 5: Round up of the day with a focus on Cautions and Contra-indications for Mistletoe Therapy: Dr Elizabeth Thompson & Dr Simon van Lieshout

About this course

  • £150.00
  • 7 lessons