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However, little is known about their opinions and practices. This study explored the use of Ayurveda in managing individuals with cancer in the US.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A questionnaire was developed to assess experiences and opinions of Ayurvedic medicine professionals caring for individuals with cancer in the US and was administered online using Microsoft Forms. The survey utilized a convenience sample of Ayurvedic medicine professionals.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Of 321 participants, 199 had treated US individuals with cancer and continued the survey. Most (94%) held an Ayurvedic certification, 12% had an additional non-Ayurvedic medical degree, and 55% had a healthcare-related license. Over half (55%) managed\/counseled individuals with cancer. Respondents indicated that individuals with cancer sought Ayurveda primarily to reduce allopathic treatment-related side effects (87%). Eighty-five percent of respondents recommended herbs for individuals with cancer in the US, though some herbs were also considered contraindicated. Most (65%) \u201cnever\/rarely\u201d or \u201coccasionally\u201d communicated with patients\u2019 allopathic doctors.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This report is the first to document the opinions and practices of Ayurvedic professionals managing people with cancer in the US. Respondents noted limited communication and research collaboration with biomedical communities, despite interest in doing so. More research on Ayurveda\u2019s adjunctive role in cancer care is needed to define its place in Integrative Oncology. 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