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Does holistic health mean integrative medicine?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Not exactly: Some non-physicians advertise themselves as "holistic health" coaches or practitioners. You need to look at their credentials and training. "integrative medicine, " on the other hand, generally means physicians are the practitioners -- as well as some nurse practitioners, etc. Again, check the credentials. Integrative medicine does aim to offer holistic (whole person) healthcare, though.

Answered 12/9/2013

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No: Integrative medicine embodies holistic health principles (creating wellness in mind-body-spirit: i.e. Whole person health care) but holistic health can be practiced by anyone, anywhere.

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