Integrative Medicine

Why Choose UCLA Health for Integrative Medical Services

When you choose UCLA Health, you receive world-class care from experts in integrative medicine. Our highly skilled specialists deliver treatments that help you feel better in your body and mind. We proudly offer:  

• Full suite of integrative medicine programs and services: We meet you where you are in your health journey. Our specialists offer primary care and preventive medicine, inpatient services and integrative therapies to help you manage chronic conditions and live your healthiest life. We’ve designed our many programs, services and clinics to address your needs and help you optimize your health.
• Team of renowned experts: Our integrative medical specialists are nationally renowned experts in their fields. You’ll receive exceptional care from board-certified doctors who pioneer research in integrative health, nutrition, traditional Chinese medicine and more. Our team draws on the expertise of our colleagues to deliver integrative, effective treatments.
• Future UCLA Health Center for Integrative Medicine: The new center will streamline patient services and house many of our lifestyle programs. This state-of-the-art facility will include amenities such as a test kitchen, yoga studio, fitness center and space for support group meetings. 

What is Whole-Person Health? 

This approach focuses on how various aspects of health are interconnected. Instead of just addressing a particular symptom or disease, a whole-person care model evaluates the many factors that contribute to a person’s physical, mental and emotional health. These factors include nutrition, exercise, environment, social connections, sleep habits and more.

Our integrative medicine specialists partner with you and meet you where you are in your health journey. We consider all factors that impact your wellness and develop a personalized care plan tailored to your needs. Whole-person health care is making a difference in our patients’ lives.

Conditions We Treat

UCLA Health integrative medicine specialists manage and treat nearly every condition, disorder, disease and injury. We work with specialists from departments across UCLA Health to deliver customized, compassionate care and tailored treatments. Our integrative approach to care helps with everything from pain, chronic illness and cancer to behavioral health issues, including anxiety and depression.

We also offer effective preventive care, wellness screenings and consultations to help you live your healthiest life. During a hospital stay, we offer inpatient integrative services to promote healing and reduce pain, discomfort and anxiety. Ask your hospital care team about the services available to you. 

Integrative Medicine Treatments We Offer

Our integrative medicine specialists offer a full spectrum of treatments and therapies to enhance your health. When creating a customized treatment plan, we get to know you as a whole person. We consider your lifestyle, as well as your physical and mental health, to create a customized care plan just for you.

With each treatment plan, we aim to promote healing and encourage long-term wellness. We help you adopt healthy habits for life. Treatments may include:

• Acupuncture, trigger point injections, massage, reiki and other “hands-on” therapies
• Counseling and support for mental and physical health concerns, including cognitive behavioral therapy, biofeedback and hypnosis
• Exercise and fitness programs that are customized based on your body type, overall health, lifestyle and goals
• Mindfulness, meditation, yoga, tai chi and other breathing and centering exercises
• Music therapy, art therapy, animal-assisted therapy and aromatherapy with essential oils
• Traditional Chinese medicine, nutrition, vitamins and dietary supplements

Our Expert Integrative Medicine Team  

Our team has extensive experience in internal medicine, integrative medicine and traditional Chinese medicine. We combine several approaches based on your health history and tailor your care plan to meet your needs. As part of our commitment to comprehensive care, we work with specialists from departments across UCLA Health to bring you the most effective treatments and therapies.

Enhancing Community Health and Wellness

We inspire, inform and support people of all ages through our community-wide programs and offerings. We provide drop-in meditation events, yoga therapy and physical education programs in local schools. We’re passionate about improving the physical and emotional well-being of the communities we serve.

Incorporating Integrative Medicine Into Your Life

Our team is dedicated to helping you feel better now and for years to come. We aim to give you the knowledge and tools you need to weave integrative medicine practices into your daily life. Learn how yoga, meditation and breathwork can prevent disease, help you heal and promote optimal health.

Explore FAQs and Plan Your Visit

You may have questions about integrative medicine. We’ve gathered FAQs that address how to connect with us, what to expect during your visit, our approach to integrative wellness and more.