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Overview

This brief overview of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and integrative medicine (IM) will offer food for thought and practical information as the US healthcare system continues its evolution into one that promotes high value care in part by incorporating CAM/IM strategies and modalities that have good evidence.

Learning Objectives

  • Recognize that complementary and alternative medicine (CAM)/integrative medicine (IM) is much more than collection of treatment modalities not taught traditionally in medical school and with potential positive ramifications for improving the ongoing drive towards value-based healthcare
  • Understand the evidence supporting the use of acupuncture for various pain and non-pain conditions
  • Appreciate the breadth and depth of benefit of various mind/body strategies in improving and maintaining health
  • Gain confidence in discussing supplements and herbs, especially those with best evidence for their use, with patients