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Obligation To Advise Of Options For Treatment – Medical Doctors And Complementary And Alternative Medicine Practitioners, Michael Weir

Michael Weir

An important aspect of health professional’s duty of care is to advise patients of the available options of treatment so that the patient can choose the form of treatment that suits her or his requirements. As CAM becomes more evidence-based and accepted, medical doctors need to consider the extent to which they should provide patients with information about those types of treatments. If a CAM treatment option is evidence-based, there is a strong argument that medical doctors should advise of this option for treatment to satisfy their duty. CAM practitioners should also provide details of options for treatment within their …

What Is Complementary And Alternative Medicine, Michael Weir

Michael Weir

This chapter provides a definition of Complementary and Alternative Medicine and Orthodox Medicine and deals with the fundamental criteria at the basis of the CAM healing philosophy. The current usage of CAM and its philosophy sets the scene for the conflicts with OM discussed in later chapters.

Models Of Disease, Chris Del Mar, Jenny Doust, Paul Glasziou

Christopher Del Mar

[Excerpt] What we will do here is set out some models of disease, and then apply them to some clinical problems to see how the models shape up. The models of disease we discuss are not all mutually exclusive, but different ways of viewing the clinical problems we encounter. The models include: *Cause and effect models, and their several variants; *‘edge of the distribution’ illnesses (also known as ‘spectrum disorders’); *Spontaneously remitting and self-perpetuating illnesses; and *‘alternative’ medicine models. These are all ‘transparent box’ approaches to disease: that is, a model of how the disease works, which in turn should …

Homeopathic Flora Of Bilaspur District Of Himachal Pradesh, India: A Preliminary Survey, Ajay K. Gautam, Rekha Bhadauria

Ethnobotanical Leaflets

The present study was made in nine villages of Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, a north Indian state known for its vast herbal flora. About 23 plant species belonging to 18 families used in the homeopathic system of medicine are highlighted in the present study along with their taxonomic description including botanical name, medicine name, plant part used and ailment against which the medicines are used. The collected plant specimens were identified, taxonomically defined and submitted to the herbarium for future records.

Consumer Behavior In Selection Of Buying Source Of Siddha Medicine In Tamilnadu, India From The Perspective Of Age, A. Krishnan, P. Bagyalakshimi, S. Ramya, R. Jayakumararaj

Ethnobotanical Leaflets

With the increasing usage of traditional medicines as complementary alternative therapy, possibilities that would ensure its successful integration into the public domain of health care services needs to be evaluated. India is one of the countries with rich traditional knowledge base. Its ethnic ethno-medical practices had paved way for the evolution of several indigenous systems of medicine. Siddha is one of the oldest systems of medicine in India. Siddha holds close association with nature and has been validated in the laboratory of life, even before the advent of formal modern western system of medicine. This paper discusses the interrelations between …

Current Trends In Usage Of Traditional System Of Medicine In Tamilnadu, India - From The Perspective Of Occupation, A. Krishnan, P. Bagyalakshmi, S. Ramya, R. Jayakumararaj

Ethnobotanical Leaflets

Socio-economic parameters have significant impact on consumer’s attitude towards the usage of traditional system of medicine in Tamilnadu, India. Though traditional systems of medicine have made significant contributions towards fulfilling healthcare needs of the people in the past, impacts of modern medicine have been so large that traditional medicine witnessed a dark period in India. While such practices are common in the rural/ remote areas, off late, change in the trend with respect to the usage of Siddha medicine as complementary alternative therapy among urban population has been observed. Present study aims to evaluate the resurgence of interest in Siddha …

Rhode Island Nurse Practitioners: Are They Legally Practicing Medicine Without A License?, Janette A. Bertness

Roger Williams University Law Review

No abstract provided.

Tratamiento De La Mastitis Subclínica En Dos Hatos Lecheros Del Valle De Ubaté Con Un Producto Homeopático Phytolaca, Carolina Leal Garcia, Karen Adriana Peña Mendez

Medicina Veterinaria

Este estudio se realizó con el fin de probar la eficacia de la Phytolacca a la 30 centesimal como tratamiento de la mastitis subclínica para obtener mejor calidad de la leche. Se manejaron dos productos homeopáticos para el tratamiento de la mastitis subclínica en dos hatos lecheros en la sabana de Ubaté. La Phytolacca expresada a la 30 centesimal y un producto Isopático derivado de la leche de los animales enfermos del hato. Se utilizaron 28 animales de la raza Holstein, los cuales presentaron reacción positiva a la prueba de California Mastitis Test (CMT). Se dividieron en dos grupos al …

Centeredness: A Qualitative Study On The Mind-Body Connection, Tara Rousselle

Master's Theses and Capstones

Centeredness is the concept of living in a constant state of awareness of the physical, psychological and spiritual selves. Through this awareness, a person has the ability for greater connection to their self, health and the world around them, thus leading to the ability to seek optimal health.

The purpose of this study is to explore this concept and its experience from the perspective of those who claim to be experts on such a topic.

Hyperandrogenism And Obesity: Ominous Co-Morbidities, Amit M. Deokar, Shawn J. Smith, Amanda J. Goodwin, Hatim A. Omar

Pediatrics Faculty Publications

This review has a two-fold objective. One, it addresses the association of hyperandrogenism and obesity and the complex metabolic derangements that are part of the problem. Clinical management of these co-morbidities is challenging and complex. Second, this article will aid health care providers with the key features to an early diagnosis and intervention to decrease the morbidities in the short as well as long term. Method: Systematic review of articles and information on the topic of interest that were published in the last 15 years. Conclusion: Obesity and hyperandrogenism are integral parts of Metabolic Syndrome/Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)/Hyperandrogenism, Insulin resistance, …

Adjusting The Role Of Chiropractors In The United States: Why Narrowing Chiropractor Scope Of Practice Statutes Will Protect Patients, Peter Morrison

Health Matrix: The Journal of Law-Medicine

No abstract provided.

Implementing The World Intellectual Property Organization’S Development Agenda, Jeremy De Beer

Jeremy de Beer

No abstract provided.

Spontaneous Knotting Of Agitated Strings, Anthony Klotz

Theses and Dissertations

The nature of perception and discernment through an examination of hypotheses and theories considered peculiar in their time but which had at least some popular, scientific or social support.

It’S Just A Shot Away: Mmr Vaccines And Autism And The End Of The Daubertista Revolution, Joelle A. Moreno

Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

It's Just A Shot Away: Mmr Vaccines And Autism And The End Of The Daubertista Revolution, Joelle Anne Moreno

William Mitchell Law Review

No abstract provided.

Perceptions About The Impact Of Global Medical Travel On Poorer Populations In India, Blair Gifford, Sinyoung Park, Sharmila Anand

Department of Health Administration Faculty Publications

There is anecdotal evidence that the increasing focus on global medical travel health services for foreigners in India is likely to exacerbate the different levels of access to health services between India’s wealthy and poor populations. However, surveyed physicians (n=177) at three hospitals in New Delhi indicated positive attitudes to global medical travel, especially in regards to global medical travel’s effects on poorer populations. Overall, these results appear to be the result of respondents’ support of the economic development, new medical technologies, and increased medical training that comes from the health infrastructure investments needed to attract foreign patients.

Reflections On Transpersonal Psychology’S 40th Anniversary, Ecopsychology, Transpersonal Science, And Psychedelics: A Conversation Forum, Mark A. Schroll, Stanley Krippner, Miles A. Vich, James Fadiman, Valerie Mojeiko

International Journal of Transpersonal Studies

Recollections of humanistic and transpersonal psychology’s origin’s morph into the

pros and cons of humanistic/transpersonal oriented schools developing APA accredited

clinical programs. This discussion dovetails with the question will ATP ever become an

APA division, raising an interesting alternative for those of us considering a career in

counseling: becoming a spiritual coach. Enter the issue of psychedelic therapy and the

Supreme Courts decision to allow ayahuasca as a sacrament by the Uniao Do Vegetal

Church, and the importance of why humanistic and transpersonal psychology need to

clearly map out the territories and sub-divisions of science and religion. Finally this

conversation …

The Cultural Worldview Of Allopthic And Naturopathic Physicians, Cullen Clark

All ETDs from UAB

Worldview is the socio-cultural compass with which we navigate the existential mysteries of life. It is our way of seeing – and being in – the world. As such it influences every aspect of culture from art to medicine. This exploratory study uses a sequential design combining quantitative and qualitative methodology to explore the worldview of allopathic and naturopathic physicians. Using survey research, the study identifies five basic components of competing worldviews among allopathic (n = 550) and naturopathic physicians (n = 399). It measures agreement among the two groups with these components and explores their influence upon support for …

Natural Medicine: Personal Responsibility And Self-Empowerment, Kimber Lopez

Pomona Senior Theses

Although most “alternative” medical practices have existed far longer than conventional healthcare, modern allopathic continues to be the dominant system of medicine used in the United States. Herbal medicine is one of the oldest healing practices known to humankind and continues to be practiced today despite the numerous challenges modern society poses. As Julie Stone and Joan Mathews illuminate in Complimentary Medicine and the Law, “Plant-based remedies have been the principal source of medicines in healing traditions around the world and, as the World health Organization is at pains to remind us, 80 percent of the world’s population still depends …