Vitamin Infusions

Cancer and its treatments can affect your vitamin and mineral levels, making it harder to recover. Fellowship-trained oncologist Youram Nassir, MD, at the Cancer Care Institute in the Mid-Wilshire neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, provides intravenous (IV) vitamin infusions to restore micronutrient levels. This method ensures your body gets the vitamins and minerals it needs directly into your bloodstream. For more information on vitamin infusions and their benefits when battling cancer, call the Cancer Care Institute or request a consultation online today.

What are vitamin infusions?

Vitamin infusions deliver essential vitamins and nutrients directly into your bloodstream through an IV line. This allows your body to absorb them more quickly and completely than if you took them by mouth.

For cancer patients, vitamin infusions can be especially helpful since treatments like chemotherapy make it hard for your body to get or use the nutrients it needs. The Cancer Care Institute uses vitamin infusions to support your overall health and help you feel as well as possible during treatment.

How can vitamin infusions benefit me during cancer care?

Cancer and its treatments can drain your energy and weaken your immune system. Vitamin infusions help replenish important nutrients, boost your energy, and support your body’s natural defenses.

For example, certain vitamins can help reduce fatigue, strengthen your immune system, and even improve your appetite. There’s considerable research backing the idea that high-dose intravenous vitamin C is an effective treatment that can even kill some cancer cells.

When your body has the right nutrients, you feel stronger and more capable of handling treatment. Dr. Nassir carefully tailors each infusion to match your specific needs, making sure you get the proper support at the right time.

What happens when receiving a vitamin infusion?

Getting a vitamin infusion is a simple and relaxing process. You sit comfortably in a soothing treatment area while a small intravenous line (IV) in your arm delivers the vitamins into your bloodstream.

The infusion usually takes about 30 to 60 minutes. Many patients use this time to unwind, listen to music, or just rest. The Cancer Care Institute staff is always nearby to ensure you’re comfortable throughout the session.

How often will I need vitamin infusions during cancer treatment?

The frequency of your vitamin infusions depends on your health goals and cancer treatment plan.

Some patients benefit from regular infusions during chemotherapy or recovery, while others may only need them occasionally.

Dr. Nassir creates a personalized schedule for you that he adjusts as needed for optimal results.

How do vitamin infusions fit into concierge oncology care?

Vitamin infusions are a perfect example of the Cancer Care Institute’s personalized, whole-person approach to oncology care.

The team looks beyond just treating the cancer and supports your overall well-being. Offering vitamin infusions onsite makes it convenient for you to receive this extra layer of care without added stress or travel.

For more information about vitamin infusions during cancer treatment, call the Cancer Care Institute or book an appointment online today.