Integrating Complementary Medicine into Healing Book

Integrating Complementary Medicine into Health Systems fully describes the integrative process at every step from initially surveying the community to full integration. To provide the reader with a thorough understanding of this new field and its potential, The Guidebook reviews sixteen different therapies in clear, user-friendly terms. The medical research on the safety and effectiveness of each approach is summarized for the reader. Credentialing information includes: * definitions and descriptions of each specialty * current coverage (with specific ICD-9 codes) * existing research from the medical literature * licensing criteria, including state agencies and licensing boards * legal requirements and practice guidelines * accreditation and professional training * professional associations and organizations * specific resources within each field (databases, journals, and web sites) * suggested readings with book reviews.Read More