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1University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine Address: 3055 N. Campbell Ave. Suite 113, Tucson, AZ 85719, USA. hmcclafferty@email.arizona.edu.
Insights
Pediatric illness patterns are shifting, increasing demand for preventative care. Pediatric integrative medicine, a holistic approach, is emerging to meet these evolving healthcare needs.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Integrative Medicine
- Preventative Health
Background:
- The prevalence of pediatric diseases and illnesses is increasing, altering the scope of pediatric practice.
- There is a growing demand for pediatricians with enhanced skills focused on preventative health strategies.
- Shifting illness patterns in children necessitate advancements in pediatric care.
Discussion:
- Integrative medicine in pediatrics is defined as healing-oriented care considering the whole child, including lifestyle and family health.
- This approach is evidence-informed, evaluating all appropriate treatment modalities.
- It addresses the need for a comprehensive approach to child health.
Key Insights:
- The field of pediatric integrative medicine is rapidly advancing.
- Expert clinicians contribute to the educational advancement of this field.
- This Special Issue highlights evidence-based integrative topics in pediatrics.
Outlook:
- Increased awareness of integrative topics with strong evidence is crucial.
- Identifying research gaps in pediatric integrative medicine is essential for future development.
- Further research is needed to fully establish the scope and efficacy of integrative pediatric care.
Abstract:
Increase in the prevalence of disease and illness has dramatically altered the landscape of pediatrics. As a result, there is a demand for pediatricians with new skills and a sharper focus on preventative health. Patient demand and shifting pediatric illness patterns have accelerated research in the field of pediatric integrative medicine. This emerging field can be defined as healing-oriented medicine that considers the whole child, including all elements of lifestyle and family health. It is informed by evidence and carefully weighs all appropriate treatment options. This Special Issue of Children, containing a collection of articles written by expert clinicians, represents an important educational contribution to the field. The goal of the edition is to raise awareness about integrative topics with robust supporting evidence, and to identify areas where more research is needed.
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