By Stacy Gomes The 2019 Research, Health Care Policy and Community Health conference in Burlington, Vermont showcased the expansive skills and accomplishments of several faculty and alumni. Faculty members Beau Anderson (New York) and Anna Smith (San Diego) and alumnus Ken Glowacki (San Diego) kicked off the pre-conference with the Educator’s Roundtable on how we …
It’s nearly holiday season, and for many people living lives with the volume turned to 11, this is not necessarily good tidings. The additional stressors and obligations of the holidays can threaten the delicate emotional balance they strive to maintain. At this time of year especially, giving yourself the gift of a calm, tranquil mind …
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For individuals suffering from the chronic autoimmune disease lupus, life can become a disheartening series of painful flares and temporary improvements. Conventional Western therapies don’t always work, and the powerful drugs used can cause serious side effects. The disease typically strikes women in their childbearing years, and women of color are significantly more likely than …
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Many people make light of hair loss, but it can be a truly traumatic experience for men and women of all ages — particularly for younger men with few peers experiencing the same problem. Men are typically advised to use Rogaine, to shave their heads, or to simply accept hair loss and move on. Those …
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What is Quantum Qi? Simply put, it is a process that allows your life force, or ‘qi’, to move freely throughout your body—bringing the mind, body, and spirit into balance for vibrant health. The principles behind Quantum Qi are akin to acupuncture, but the process is more similar to Qi Gong. Activating Cellular Intelligence: The …
Check out this recording of an interview with event host was Alee Hoffman and three successful PCOM-Chicago alumni on insider tips for running a financially successful and truly impactful practice. Some of their answers may surprise you! We hope you enjoy the insightful and inspiring content as much as we did! Your browser does not support the audio element. First …
By Neil R. Gumenick The Five Elements For thousands of years, the Chinese observed Nature’s rhythms and cycles through the model of the Five Elements: wood, fire, earth, metal, and water. These elements are in everything, everyone, and observable in any process. In nature, for a plant to grow, there must be a seed capable of …
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Ayurveda, the science of longevity, is a rich traditional medicine of India going back to ancient times. The great seers and sages that produced India’s original systems of yoga and meditation also established Ayurveda. Originating as part of Vedic science, Ayurveda provides a comprehensive view of the entirety of matter, mind, and consciousness. Ayurveda’s Global Influence …
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By Thea Elijah A student recently wrote to me: I have two patients who are having a hard time swallowing their raw herb formula. It comes right back up. They say they cannot get past the taste. Any suggestions for these patients to help them take their formula and keep it down? Understanding Patient Resistance …
By Eric Brand, Zhongzhen Zhao, and Ping Guo Throughout history, Chinese herbal medicine has been deeply influenced by the natural resources and culture of China. Natural resources such as wild and cultivated plant resources are inseparably connected to the development of Chinese medicine. Agriculture and trade have long played a pivotal role in the production …