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A Primer for Discussing Complementary and Integrative Medicine in Gastroenterology Settings
Elyse R Thakur1,2, Meredith Craven3, Laurie Keefer4
1Atrium Health, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA.
Neurogastroenterology and Motility
|April 7, 2026
Summary
Gastroenterology professionals need guidance on discussing complementary and integrative medicine (CIM) with patients who have chronic gastrointestinal disorders. This article offers practical recommendations for integrating CIM conversations into routine GI practice.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Integrative Medicine
- Patient Care
Background:
- Complementary and integrative medicine (CIM) use is rising among patients with chronic gastrointestinal (GI) disorders.
- Gastroenterology professionals require guidance on discussing CIM in routine practice.
- Current data lacks information on CIM implementation within GI consultations.
Purpose of the Study:
- Provide practical recommendations for gastroenterology professionals.
- Guide initiating and navigating discussions on CIM interventions.
- Promote best practices in routine GI settings.
Main Methods:
- Expert consensus and literature review.
- Development of practical communication strategies.
- Focus on integrating CIM into standard gastroenterology care.
Main Results:
- Key strategies for discussing CIM with GI patients.
- Framework for patient-centered CIM conversations.
- Addressing patient concerns and integrating therapies.
Conclusions:
- Integrating CIM discussions can enhance patient care for chronic GI disorders.
- Gastroenterology professionals can effectively guide patients on CIM.
- Further research needed on CIM outcomes in GI practice.
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