Many allopathic physicians now readily accept mind-body approaches such as biofeedback, music therapy, and hypnosis. These practices, once considered unconventional, have been shown to be efficacious and are now assimilated into current standards of care. Consistent with their preference for holistic medical care, an increasingly knowledgeable patient population is now fueling the CAM movement by seeking alternatives to traditional treatments. These therapies include, but are not limited to, acupuncture, massage therapy, herbal medicines and mind-body techniques.
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Complementary and Alternative Medicine
- Consortium of Academic Health Centers for Integrative Medicine
- NIH Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
- CAM Programs at Osteopathic Medical Schools
- CAM courses taught at US medical schools
- American Medical Student Association CAM Resources
- Georgetown University School of Medicine CAM program (includes a graduate degree and dual MD/MS degree in CAM).
- George Washington School of Medicine - Integrative Medicine Track