Integrative medicine addresses all aspects of health and wellness. My view is that integrative medicine includes all the elements that can affect your health. For those seeking to improve their health and manage chronic conditions, this new approach may prove to be more beneficial. A holistic approach to healthcare seeks to both treat the body and address the emotional well-being of the patient. Jun et. al. 2018, 2018. The integrated approach is natural, less intrusive and doesn’t reject other care methods. The patient-centered approach is flexible enough to accept new ideas. It is important to include the concept of therapy. Health improvement and disease prevention concepts are equally essential. Practitioners must uphold high ethical standards while being open to continuous self-reflection. This will allow them to practice integrative medicine with success.
SCU was established on the principle that health care is crucial to the development of our planet. SCU is committed to training students in integrative medicine to have an impact on the communities they serve and for future integrative care (Southern California University of Health Sciences; 2022). SCU’s impact extends far beyond clinics and classrooms located in greater Los Angeles. This influence is global and will continue to be as important as today’s children. SCU has a strong focus on developing compassionate and community-based leaders in healthcare. This is why I’m eager to join their PA program. This is what I envision working in healthcare in the future.