Professionals in alternative cancer treatment

We deliver the highest standards of care to patients at our clinic. Our staff is a team of individuals whose dedication and talent insure that our patients' needs are addressed in a timely, professional and compassionate manner. 
 

Roberta Shepard-Mardocco
Administrator, Chief Operating Officer
Bachelors of Science in Nursing
Registered Nurse
Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner

Roberta Shepard-Mardocco has worked as a health care professional for over twenty years, specializing in the treatment of immune disorders and cancer. She takes an integrative approach to patient care, combining the most sophisticated immune assessments with other holistic systems that complement allopathic medicine.  To learn more about IRWC's beginnings, mission and treatments, see the "Interviews with Bobbie Shepard-Mardocco, NP" page by clicking here.

Dr. Qing Liu
Oriental Medical Doctor
Acupuncturist Diplomat

Dr. Qing Liu is nationally certified in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. She graduated from Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China and has been practicing since 1982. Dr. Liu applies this ancient and profound medical art aid toward pain control and healing for patients.

John W. McGettigan, Jr.
Medical Doctor

Dr. John W. McGettigan graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has performed extensive studies in laboratory testing of immune functions. Served as an interim Medical Director of the Canyon Ranch Health Spa in Tucson, Arizona. Dr. McGettigan is the founder and Medical Director of the Quality of Life Medical Center in Tucson, Arizona, specializing in anti-aging and sexual dysfunction in men and women. He is currently implementing clinical trials concerning areas of sexual dysfunction.

Linda Johns
Certified Reiki Master
Certified Breath Facilitator

Linda Johns holds certifications from the Institute for Health and Healing, the International Breath Institute, and Inner Wisdom. Ms. Johns teaches for Pima Community College and Journey to Healing. She lectures and holds workshops in California and Arizona. Her practice involves non-invasive procedures and bringing awareness of self to restore balance to each individual as she facilitates the natural healing processes.

SusanEllen Hegemeyer
Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist

Ms. Hegemeyer is certified in medical hypnotherapy and transpersonal therapy. She has studied transformation brain wave patterns, music and sound healing for over twenty-five years, and is a music and sound therapist. Ms. Hegemeyer has led special trainings and workshops for Pima Community College, Mirasol, Cottonwood de Tucson, Desert Milagros and Quest Traditions.