Integrating Complementary Medicine into Health Systems

by Faass, Nncy (ed)

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Gaithersburg, MD 2001 763pp
Selected topical refs after each section Index 33pp $125

This is an outstanding resource for anyone considering ways to develop integrative care. It is extremely practical, with a wealth of helpful recommendations. Strategies are discussed in great detail for introducing CAM in medical settings.

A broad series of discussions cover an enormous spectrum of topics, including trends in CAM, markets, reimbursements, state initiatives in CAM, credentialing and staffing, regulations, malpractice, informed consent, assessments and research, networks, hospital based programs, the University of Arizona Integrative Medicine program (and others), architectural design and service delivery, wellness programs for employees, cost savings, continuing education, and more.

Clinical focus is on acupuncture, Chinese medicine, chiropractic, massage, nutrition, and herbal medicine. Disappointingly, only the briefest of passing mentions are made of healing (as in Reiki, Therapeutic Touch).

As expensive as this book is, it is well worth the price - for anyone considering developing integrative care programs - in thoughtful suggestions that should save efforts and money in the end.

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