Why do I need to create a patient portal account for myself?

All of your medical information needs to be kept safe and secure. All written communication including emails need to go through the portal. The good news is by utilizing your patient portal you can see your medical results including labs and other pertinent information. Once you get used to using it, your information will be easy to access. If you have ANY troubles setting it up or using it, call our office. We will help guide you through everything.

Will my visit with Dr. Worden be covered by insurance?

Payment is due at time of service. However, office visits and certain laboratory tests may be eligible for insurance reimbursement. Coverage varies depending on your insurance plan. Many patients have no problem receiving partial, if not total reimbursement. We will ensure you have all the correct codes and documents to facilitate the application for reimbursement.

Can I get a free 10 min. phone consult with Dr. Worden?

Yes, for new patients and clients only. Please call our office at 480-588-2233 and request a new patient free phone consultation. During this time Dr. Worden will listen to your concerns, however, she will not be able to offer you any medical advice until your first actual visit. This time is to provide you with an opportunity to meet Dr. Worden.

I live out of state, can I become a patient?

Yes, provided you meet certain requirements. If you have an Arizona address that you utilize for a residency then you can become an Arizona patient. Even if you live out of state part-time you can be a patient. You will need to see Dr. Worden in person once a year for a physical exam, and then all other appointments can be conducted via telemedicine. Dr. Worden can also consult with you and/or your other physicians to coordinate your care. As Dr. Worden's practice is not insurance-based there will be a charge for the time spent, however her patient's have felt this streamlined their care and is well worth the investment.

What is a Resource Consultation?

If you cannot become a patient for whatever reason you can still have resource consultations with Dr. Worden to help guide your care. Dr. Worden remains a leader in novel and unique therapies and will be able to help you and your physicians learn about MANY MORE OPTIONS for diagnosis and treatments. Dr. Worden will not be your official doctor or provide medical care but she can instruct you on therapies, physicians, treatments and other resources for you to have the best care available. Dr. Worden can also consult with your physicians as a resource. There is a charge for her resource consultations.

Podcasts ·

Cancer, Controversy and Hope Uncovered: PART 2

This conversation is Part 2 of Dr. Donese Worden’s interview on the The Thyroid Fixer Podcast, continuing a deep discussion about cancer biology, emerging therapies, and how patients can better evaluate treatment options.

If you have not listened to Part 1 yet, we recommend starting there for the full context of the conversation.

In this second part, Dr. Worden explores the growing interest in integrative and alternative cancer therapies and explains how patients can evaluate these options more carefully. The discussion highlights both the potential promise and the limitations of various therapies that are often discussed online or in the wellness community.

Evaluating Integrative Cancer Therapies

Many patients exploring cancer treatment encounter a wide range of therapies being promoted as breakthroughs. Dr. Worden discusses how to approach these options thoughtfully—balancing scientific evidence, clinical experience, and careful evaluation.

The conversation examines therapies often discussed in integrative cancer circles, including hormonal strategies, red light therapy, ozone therapy, repurposed medications, botanical therapies such as mistletoe, and other emerging approaches.

The Importance of Personalized Cancer Testing

One of the most promising developments in oncology is the ability to evaluate how an individual patient's cancer cells respond to different therapies.

Dr. Worden discusses emerging testing platforms such as the Datar Cancer Test, which analyzes circulating tumor cells to evaluate how specific therapies—including certain drugs and natural agents—may interact with a patient's unique cancer biology.

These types of tests may help guide more personalized treatment decisions.

Why Cancer Treatment Decisions Require Careful Research

Cancer is a complex disease, and navigating treatment options can be overwhelming. Dr. Worden emphasizes the importance of education, thoughtful decision-making, and collaboration with experienced clinicians when evaluating treatment strategies.

Understanding both the potential benefits and limitations of emerging therapies can help patients make more informed decisions during a challenging time.

In This Episode You'll Learn

How integrative cancer therapies are being explored alongside conventional treatment
The importance of carefully evaluating alternative cancer therapies
How emerging diagnostic tools may help personalize cancer treatment strategies
Why cancer biology is more complex than many simplified explanations suggest
How patients can approach treatment decisions with both scientific evidence and thoughtful consideration

This episode originally appeared on the The Thyroid Fixer Podcast.

Listen to the full conversation above to hear Dr. Donese Worden discuss integrative cancer therapies, emerging diagnostic testing, and how patients can navigate complex treatment decisions.

Cancer, Controversy and Hope Uncovered: PART 2

Evaluating Integrative Cancer Therapies

The Importance of Personalized Cancer Testing

Why Cancer Treatment Decisions Require Careful Research

In This Episode You'll Learn

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