Evidence and Individual Choice
Your provider can explain the evidence, uncertainty, potential risks, and alternatives for options that may be relevant.
Personalized Care
Health is connected. Care should consider the whole picture.
Your provider can help you understand which options may fit your needs, what evidence supports them, and what limitations, risks, or alternatives are important to consider.
Care With the Whole Person in View
Integrative medicine considers your physical health, emotional well-being, preferences, and circumstances alongside conventional medical care. Each conversation is shaped by your individual clinical needs.
A Thoughtful, Coordinated Plan
Your plan may include conventional evaluation and selected complementary approaches when appropriate. Keep your clinician informed about supplements, medications, and care from other providers.
Shared Decisions
You and your provider can discuss your goals and preferences while keeping clinical judgment and safety central.
Follow-Up as Needs Change
Health needs and priorities can change over time. Ongoing discussions may help review concerns, consider new information, and decide on suitable next steps.
Connected Conversations
With your consent, sharing relevant information with your other care providers may help coordinate your care.
Thoughtful, individualized care
Recommendations are based on your circumstances and clinical needs. Complementary approaches should be discussed with your provider alongside existing care.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is integrative medicine?
Integrative medicine brings a whole-person perspective to conventional healthcare and may include selected complementary approaches when appropriate.
Does integrative medicine replace conventional treatment?
No. Complementary approaches should not delay or replace necessary medical diagnosis or evidence-based treatment.
Are supplements part of integrative care?
They may be discussed where appropriate. Share any supplements you take, as they can have risks or interact with medicines.
How do I get started?
Request a consultation to discuss your health history, questions, and care goals.
Discuss your care with ESFERA.
Our team can help you understand the appointment options and next steps.
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