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Frequently Asked Questions on Integrative Medicine By Dr. Meena Malhotra, MD-ABOM, ABIM, Founder Heal n Cure Medical Wellness Glenview IL

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Frequently Asked Questions on Integrative Medicine By Dr. Meena Malhotra, MD-ABOM, ABIM, Founder Heal n Cure Medical Wellness Glenview IL


  1. What does integrative medicine mean?

Integrative medicine is a practice of  medicine where you incorporate the best practices from traditional and functional medicine into comprehensive treatment plans .


  1. What are the merits of Integrative Medicine over other kinds of medical practice?

Integrative medicine is a practice of medicine where you incorporate the best practices from traditional and functional medicine into comprehensive treatment plans . As most chronic illnesses are multifactorial in origin the integrative medicine can address all of them in a systematic manner which improves patient outcomes. 


  1. Is integrative medicine a tool for healing?

The scope and cost of chronic disease continue to rise. Integrative medicine has proven to reverse this trend by providing better outcomes and cost savings for both patients and the healthcare system in the long term.


  1. What's the difference between integrative medicine, osteopathic medicine, and holistic medicine?

Integrative Medicine is a systems Approach to Reversing the Epidemic of Chronic Disease


  1. If integrative medicine is the future, what is a clear definition of integrative medicine?

Functional Medicine determines how and why illness occurs and restores health by addressing the root causes of disease for each individual. Traditional medicine is the mainstream medicine. Integrative medicine is a fusion of two of the above.


Integrative medicine is a unique field of medicine where you adopt the best practices from eastern and western medicine. It uses a combination of therapies and lifestyle changes to treat and heal the whole person.


  1. What is an example of integrative medicine?

Both you and the functional medicine practitioner agree to be equal partners in meeting your health goals. Both of you will then create a healthcare plan, set expectations, and learn which lifestyle modifications will help achieve your goals. Finally, it will be time to implement the plan in action, with regular check-ins and revisions where necessary. Your functional medicine physician will incorporate other entities like acupuncture, yoga, meditation, nutrition, exercise and western medicine as necessary.


Meena Malhotra, M.D., is the medical director and owner of Heal n Cure, 2420 Ravine Way, Ste. 400, in Glenview. She is an expert in Functional Medicine and Integrative Medicine and serves Glenview and adjoining areas of Wilmette, Winnetka, Lake Forest, Highland Park and Glencoe.

Book Discovery Call at https://healncure.com/integrative-functional-medicine-doctor-glenview




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