Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship

The Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship, with Tieraona Low Dog, MD, at the helm, is fostering a new generation of clinicians dedicated to whole-person care. The fellowship’s comprehensive curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including nutrition, mind-body medicine, lifestyle modification, advanced diagnostic techniques, and personalized case-based treatment plans. Fellows engage in rigorous academic coursework, hands-on clinical training, and immersive experiences that emphasize the power and importance of a whole-person approach to care. Learners will walk away with training in how to consider the physical, emotional, mental, social, and environmental influences that affect health and well-being. In addition, this fellowship emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration. Fellows learn from – and work alongside – leading professionals from specialties across integrative and functional medicine. This multidisciplinary approach is essential for fellows to develop a comprehensive understanding of patient care that transcends traditional boundaries. Are you ready to join us? Apply here by February 24: https://ssihi.uci.edu/ifmf #integrativehealthmonth #healthcareinnovation #healthcare #medicalfellowship #medicaltraining #integrativemedicine #integrativehealth #functionalmedicine #meded #integrativemedicinefellowship #physiciantraining #healthcareworkers #nursepractitioners #physicianassistants #uci #ucihealth Robert McCarron

Thoughtful insight from our founding director Tieraona Low Dog, MD on the benefits of milk thistle. It's important for clinicians to be informed on the benefits of dietary supplements for patients. That's why we prioritize this in our Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship. If you want to learn how to employ comprehensive, personalized, whole-person care in your practice, apply to our fellowship here: https://ssihi.uci.edu/ifmf

This World Sleep Day is a great reminder that sleep is essential for the overall health and well-being of patients. However, many people struggle to get truly restorative rest. Poor sleep is not just about feeling tired—it has been linked to increased inflammation, a higher risk of heart disease, obesity, a weakened immune system, and mood disturbances. It also reduces resilience to daily stressors, making it even harder to break the cycle of poor sleep and stress. Integrative approaches can be powerful tools for improving sleep, particularly in managing chronic stress—a major disruptor of healthy rest. Stress affects both the mind and body, contributing to physical tension, blood sugar fluctuations, circadian rhythm disruptions, and imbalanced cortisol levels. Evidence-informed practices like mindfulness meditation, biofeedback, deep breathing exercises, nature walks, and progressive muscle relaxation can help. Even simple habits like keeping a gratitude journal or practicing affirmations can make a difference in promoting better sleep and overall well-being. The Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship equips clinicians with the knowledge and skills to integrate these practices into patient care. By embracing a comprehensive, whole-person approach, we can enhance treatment strategies and improve health outcomes. What's one practice that you recommend to patients to help make sure they get a good night's rest? #WorldSleepDay #sleep #sleepday #rest #mindfulness #meditation #stressreduction #stress #health #wellbeing #integrativehealth #meded #healthcareinnovation #wellness #medicaltraining #uci #ucissihi #integrativemedicinefellowship #physiciantraining #functionalmedicine #nursepractitioner #physicianassistant #doctor #healthcare #healthcareworkers

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We were so proud to welcome our new cohort of fellows to the Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship this week at the UC Irvine Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute! These fellows will be learning how to bring the cutting-edge knowledge and the latest evidenced-informed approaches of both integrative and functional medicine to their patients. From nutrigenomics, lifestyle, and environmental medicine to advanced diagnostic testing and personalized case-based treatment plans, they will build comprehensive precision medicine knowledge. Are you interested in learning more about why the Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship would be right for you? See our comprehensive curriculum, esteemed faculty, and more here: https://ssihi.uci.edu/ifmf #meded #healthcareinnovation #integrativehealth #medicaltraining #integrativemedicinefellowship #physiciantraining #functionalmedicine #healthcare #healthcareworkers #nursepractitioners #physicianassistants #integrativemedicine

We love National Nutrition Month here at the Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship. There is a critical education gap for clinicians in understanding how diet can enhance well-being and prevent disease. To address this, we prioritize culinary medicine and nutritional education in our comprehensive curriculum. Nutrition plays a pivotal role in achieving optimal health, either supporting or hindering an individual’s efforts. Our fellows delve into the science of nutrition with a focus on personalization. They explore the vital roles of micronutrients and macronutrients, examine various therapeutic diets, and learn how to integrate nutrigenomic testing into their practice. They also gain expertise in conducting integrative nutrition assessments, among other key skills. Course director Ashley Koff, RD, personalized nutrition expert and Founder of the Better Nutrition Program, brings over two decades of experience as a practitioner, educator, author and consultant. And lecturer Jessica VanRoo, CCMP, NBC-HWC, executive chef at the Samueli Institute, teaches simple cooking tips that fellows can teach their patients to use in practical and sustainable ways. Learn more about our cutting-edge, in-depth curriculum here: https://ssihi.uci.edu/ifmf #NationalNutritionMonth #nutritionmonth #nutrition #diet #healthynutrition #healthyfood #integrativehealth #functionalmedicine #meded #healthcareinnovation #medicaltraining #integrativemedicinefellowship #physiciantraining #functionalmedicine #healthcare #healthcareworkers #nursepractitioners #physicianassistants #integrativemedicine

APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED! Space is quickly filling up for our next class starting March 10, 2025, and we have extended the application deadline to March 6. Get your applications in this week to secure your spot in the Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship. Apply here for this 2-year hybrid learning fellowship for MDs, DOs, NPs and PAs: https://ssihi.uci.edu/ifmf #integrativehealth #meded #healthcareinnovation #wellness #medicaltraining #uci #ucissihi #integrativemedicinefellowship #physiciantraining #functionalmedicine #nursepractitioner #physicianassistant #doctor #healthcare #healthcareworkers

What do you get when you participate in the Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship? ?Career-long access to mentorship from esteemed Fellowship faculty ?Preparation for the American Board of Integrative Medicine board exam ?Inclusion in professional journal clubs and live grand rounds ?Participation in a prestigious community of fellows ?Opportunities for Continuing Medical Education and Maintenance of Certification Hours Come join us! Combining the latest evidenced-informed approaches of both integrative and functional medicine, we equip you to provide the future of medicine... today. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/guux_F9U #healthcareinnovation #healthcare #medicalfellowship #medicaltraining #integrativemedicine #integrativehealth #functionalmedicine #meded #integrativemedicinefellowship #physiciantraining #healthcareworkers #nursepractitioners #physicianassistants #uci #ucihealth

So proud to be here at the Integrative Healthcare Symposium in New York City to discuss the advancement of whole-person care in health systems and the critical need to educate current and future clinicians in the practice of integrative medicine. Tieraona Low Dog, MD, founding director of the Integrative and Functional Medicine Fellowship at the UC Irvine Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute, is presenting on The Healing Power of Contemplative Medicine with Robert Chodo Campbell Sensei, GC-C, and Koshin Paley Ellison Sensei, MFA, LMSW, DMIN. ? #IHSNY25 #integrativehealth #conference #meded #healthcareinnovation

Did you know the IFMF is recognized by the Academic Consortium for Integrative Medicine and Health, the official recognizing body for integrative medicine fellowships in the U.S.? Completion of an approved fellowship is one of the criteria for physicians to be eligible to take the board certification exam with the American Board of Integrative Medicine (ABOIM). The ACIMH's program provides recognition to specific fellowships that have achieved a level of training for physicians to demonstrate competency and mastery of the specialty of integrative medicine. Apply here (deadline is February 24 for our March 10 start date!): https://lnkd.in/guux_F9U #uci #ucissihi #integrativemedicinefellowship #integrativehealth #physiciantraining #medicaltraining #functionalmedicine #doctor #healthcare #healthcareworkers #orangecounty #OC #irvine #UCIhealth #fellowship