Integrative Medicine

5th Edition

David Rakel, Vincent Minichiello
Elsevier
1,152 pages
ISBN: 9780323777278
October 2022

Written by physicians who are experts in both traditional and complementary medicine, this book uses a clinical, disease-oriented approach to safely and effectively incorporate alternative therapies into primary care practice. Drawing on available scientific evidence and the authors’ first-hand experiences, it covers therapies such as botanicals, supplements, mind-body, lifestyle choices, nutrition, exercise, spirituality, and other integrative medicine modalities. This highly regarded reference offers practical guidance for reducing costs and improving patient care while focusing on prevention and wellness for a better quality of life.