holistic medicine

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1. An approach to medicine that emphasizes treating the person as a whole, with special attention to the interconnections of the mind and body and of the systems within the body. Holistic medicine stresses the patient's role in health care through such means as positive attitudes, sound diet, and regular exercise.

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holistic medicine

It was the end of a year-long journey for Means, a Stanford graduate who dropped out of her surgical residency to pursue holistic medicine.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 1, 2026

Dr. Tanaz R. Ferzandi, director of urogynecology and reconstructive pelvic surgery at Keck Medicine of USC, believes that holistic medicine can be a potent adjunct to more traditional remedies.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 22, 2026

She said the diagnosis was made by “Lisa,” who engages in holistic medicine as an energy worker and yoga instructor.

From Seattle Times ● Jan. 28, 2022

These days on the property, there’s a health and well-being center, where locals can attend yoga and mindfulness classes, and learn about holistic medicine, to address obesity, chronic pain and menopause.

From Washington Post ● Nov. 1, 2021

But in the 1970s, perhaps influenced by the resurgence of irregular health, some regular doctors began to show interest in holistic medicine.

From Salon ● Jan. 19, 2014