Introduction to Integrative Medicine

Catalog description

Integrative medicine has evolved beyond solely being alternative or complementary medicine and is now considered to be an important component of whole person care. This introductory course is designed to increase students' awareness of and knowledge about the role and potential of various integrative modalities in health. The course also expands medical discourse beyond the more conventional model of response to illness to one of maintaining and restoring wellness. Invited experts will talk on the various modalities of different Integrative treatment modalities, introduce their broad philosophies, indications, limitations, and safety considerations, and critically analyze the relevant evidence base about their efficacy.