A Cutting-Edge Curriculum
The Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship is a cutting-edge curriculum designed to fit the busy schedule of physicians without compromising on the depth of learning or experience.
- 2-year hybrid learning program consisting of virtual asynchronous lectures, live monthly small group meetings and grand rounds, as well as three immersive in-person, residential retreats
- Preparation for the American Board of Integrative Medicine (ABOIM) exam
- Experiential learning and clinical immersions
- Mentoring from esteemed faculty, during and after program
- Participation in integrative medicine research and scholarly endeavors
- Access to the UCI network of academic resources
* Please note: Fellows will be responsible for their own travel expenses when attending the retreats.
Introduction
- Foundations of Integrative and Functional Medicine
- The Healing Encounter, Whole Person Approach, Clinician Resilience
- Navigating the Fellowship
Nutrition & Culinary Medicine
- Macro & Micronutrients
- Therapeutic, Preventive, & Elimination Diets
- Nutrigenomic Testing and Advanced Nutritional Assessments
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Complexities of Lifestyle Changes
- Managing Resistance and Ambivalence
- MI in Nutrition Counseling
Mind-Body Medicine
- Screening for Chronic Stress in Practice
- Integrative and Functional Approaches for Insomnia
- Science of Meditation, Heart Rate Variability, Guided Imagery
Introduction to Dietary Supplements
- Regulatory and Quality Issues of Dietary Supplements
- Real World Clinician Challenges and Resources
- Evidence Safety and Benefit Commonly Used Dietary Supplements
Ancestral Medicine
- Introduction to Spirituality in Medicine
- Spiritual Support, Spiritual Distress, and Health Outcomes
- Conversations Across Cultures, Religions, Ethnicities
- Conducting a Spiritual Assessment
Integrative & Functional Psychiatry
- Nutritional Psychiatry
- Integrative/Functional Approaches to Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Substance Use Disorder
- Psychedelic Assisted Therapy
Functional Medicine Labs Part 1
Integrative & Functional Approaches to Gastroenterology
- The Gut Microbiome in Health and Disease
- Integrative/Functional Approaches to GERD, IBS, IBD, Hepatitis, NAFLD
- Therapeutic Diets and Dietary Supplements
Movement as Medicine
- Current Recommendations for Aerobic, Strength, and Flexibility Training
- The Role of Diet, Micronutrients, and Electrolytes and Physical Activity
- Conducting a FITT assessment and prescription in Clinical Practice
Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
- Origins and Historical Development of TCM
- Theory of Acupuncture, Concepts of Qi, Yin/Yang, Five Elements
- Indications for Referral
Introduction to Osteopathy and Chiropractic
- Origins and Historical Philosophy of Osteopathy and Chiropractic
- Inter-relationship of Structure and Function
- Indications for Referral for Osteopathy and Chiropractic
Integrative & Functional Pain Management
- Measurement of Pain and Pain Intensity in Practice
- Integrating Self-Regulatory Practices in Clinical Care
- Anti-Inflammatory Diet, Dietary Supplements, Low Dose Naltrexone
- Integrative/Functional Approaches to Headache, Neuropathy, Myofascial Pain, Osteoarthritis, Low Back Pain, Neck Pain
Functional Medicine Labs Part 2
Environmental Medicine
- Conducting an Environmental History in Children and Adults
- Advanced Diagnostics, Assessment and Treatment
Introduction to Business of Integrative Medicine
- Introduction to Ayurveda
- Origins and Historical Development
- Concepts of Doshas, Dietary Principles, and Purification Practices
- Indications for Referral
Introduction to Naturopathy
- Origins and Historical Development of Naturopathy
- Licensing, Referral, and Collaboration
Integrative & Functional Respiratory Health
- Microbiome, Nutrition, Micronutrients, Lifestyle Impact on Respiratory Health
- Integrative/Functional Approaches to Acute Respiratory Infection, Acute and Chronic Rhinosinusitis, Asthma
Integrative & Functional Immunology/Rheumatology
- Microbiome, Nutrition, Micronutrients, Lifestyle Impact on Immune Health
- Diagnosing and Managing the Allergic Patient
- Integrative/Functional Approaches to Autoimmune Conditions and Lyme Disease
Simulated Patient and Integrative Treatment Plan
- Conduct comprehensive integrative/functional medicine assessment of complex patient
- Submit comprehensive, evidence-informed, personalized treatment plan
- Review patient interview and treatment plan with mentor
Environmental Medicine
- Conducting an Environmental History in Children and Adults
- Advanced Diagnostics, Assessment and Treatment
Integrative Allergy, Immunology & Rheumatology
- Microbiome, Nutrition, Micronutrients, Lifestyle Impact on Immune Health
- Diagnosing and Managing the Allergic Patient
- Integrative/Functional Approaches to Autoimmune Conditions and Lyme Disease
Integrative Respiratory Health
- Microbiome, Nutrition, Micronutrients, Lifestyle Impact on Respiratory Health
- Integrative/Functional Approaches to Acute Respiratory Infection, Acute and Chronic Rhinosinusitis, Asthma
Introduction to Naturopathy
- Origins and Historical Development of Naturopathy
- Licensing, Referral, and Collaboration
Integrative Renal & Urinary Health
- Nutrition, Micronutrients, Lifestyle Impact on Respiratory Health
- Integrative/Functional Approaches to Acute and Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections, Bladder Pain Syndrome, Urolithiasis, Chronic Kidney Disease
Integrative Men’s Health
- Nutrition, Micronutrients, Lifestyle Impact on Men’s Health
- Integrative/Functional Approaches to Erectile Dysfunction, Testosterone Deficiency, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Prostate Pain Syndrome
- Advanced Diagnostics and Hormonal Prescriptions
Integrative Dermatology
- Microbiome, Nutrition, Micronutrients, Lifestyle Impact on Skin Health
- Integrative/Functional Approaches to Atopic Dermatitis, Urticaria, Psoriasis, Acne, Hair Loss, Aging Skin
- Advanced Diagnostics and Therapeutics
Integrative Pediatrics
- Microbiome, Nutrition, Micronutrients, Lifestyle Impact in Pediatrics
- The Integrative Pediatric Assessment and Advanced Diagnostics
- Integrative/Functional Approaches to Recurring Abdominal Pain, Otitis Media, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder
Integrative Geriatrics
- Impact of Aging on Physical and Mental Health, Pharmacological Parameters
- Nutritional, Supplement, Fitness, Senolytic, and Stem Cell Science in Aging
- Integrative/Functional Approaches to Cataracts, Macular Degeneration, Cognitive Decline, Alzheimer’s Disease
Integrative Oncology
- Reducing Cancer Risk, Minimizing Side Effects of Cancer Treatment, and Improving Care for Cancer Survivors
- Integrative/Functional Approaches to Breast, Prostate, Colorectal Cancer
Palliative & End-of-Life Care
- Role of Spirituality in Serious Disease and End-of-Life Care
- Integrative/Functional Management of Symptoms: Pain, Constipation, Fatigue, Nausea/Vomiting, Dyspnea, Anxiety, Depression, Delirium
Business of Integrative Medicine
- Business & Practice of Integrative Medicine
- Understanding the Medical, Legal & Ethical Factors
The Business & Practice of Integrative Medicine
- Practice Types: Community Primary/Specialty Care, Underserved, Hospital Based, Concierge
- Legal and Ethical Considerations
Capstone Presentation
- Present Scholarly Project
Each of the three residential retreats will consist of about 35 hours of experiential learning over several days, taking place at the SSIHI campus in Irvine, California. Fellows will deepen the knowledge they’ve learned and put the lessons into practice, such as:
- Make healthy, nutrient-dense meals in the demonstration kitchen
- Practice motivational interview techniques
- Engaging in interactive mind-body therapies
- Conduct in-person comprehensive patient assessments
- Experience the role of creative arts in healing and medicine
- Do a deep dive into dietary supplements and herbal products
- Learn hands-on manual medicine techniques to use in clinic
- Participate in ritual, forest bathing, and contemplative meditation
- Engage in round table discussions of complex cases with diverse range of experts
- Share in group meals and build their professional network
- Enjoy evening keynote lectures at off-site dinners
Monthly Grand Rounds: 40 Hours
The fellowship’s grand rounds are monthly virtual 1.5-hour sessions with Course Directors on module topics.
Monthly Small Group Meetings: 40 Hours
The fellowship’s small group meetings are monthly virtual one-hour meetings with an assigned mentor.