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integrative medicine  

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  • Integrative medicine (IM) is a term used to refer to the combination of conventional, allopathic medical approaches with healing modalities based on systems of beliefs and values not typically included within biomedical practice; the term is generally referred to as complementary/alternative medicine (CAM). The underlying principle in this combination of therapeutic approaches is holistic care of patients, using all appropriate therapies leading to well-being. [Source: Encyclopedia of Health Communication; Integrative Medicine]

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