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Introduction to integrative primary care: the health-oriented clinic.
Luke Fortney1, Dave Rakel, J Adam Rindfleisch
1Department of Family Medicine, Odana Atrium Family Medicine Clinic, University of Wisconsin, 5618 Odana Road, Madison, WI 53719, USA. luke.fortney@fammed.wisc.edu
Primary Care
|March 2, 2010
Summary
Integrative medicine, a whole-person approach, can be integrated into primary care. This enhances patient-centered care and strengthens provider-patient relationships for better health outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Integrative Medicine
- Primary Care Practice
- Patient-Centered Care
Background:
- Integrative medicine considers the whole person: body, mind, and spirit.
- It emphasizes the therapeutic relationship and utilizes all appropriate therapies, both conventional and alternative.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe methods for integrating an integrative medicine perspective into primary care.
- To outline practice philosophy changes that support primary care redesign and patient-centered medical homes.
Main Methods:
- Describing practical approaches for implementing integrative medicine in primary care settings.
- Highlighting strategies used in clinical practice.
Main Results:
- Facilitation of patient-centered medical home creation.
- Strengthening of provider-patient relationships.
- Enhancement of patient satisfaction.
Conclusions:
- Adopting an integrative perspective can transform primary care.
- This approach supports a more holistic and patient-centered model of healthcare.
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