Integrative Medicine Program
The Integrative Medicine Program engages patients and their families to become active participants in improving their physical, psycho-spiritual and social health. The ultimate goals are to optimize health, quality of life and clinical outcomes through personalized evidence-based clinical care, exceptional research and education.
Research
Our research focuses on reducing the negative consequences of cancer diagnosis and treatment through studying the use of modalities such as acupuncture, meditation and yoga to treat side effects and improve quality of life. We study the use of plants and other natural compounds to treat cancer and cancer-related symptoms. We also examine the benefits of physical activity, nutrition, stress management and social support on health outcomes.
Education
The goal of the education is to provide authoritative, evidence-based information for health care professionals, caregivers and patients who would like to safely incorporate complementary medicine therapies with conventional cancer care. Our Integrative Medicine Program offers educational activities and trainings, such as a monthly Lecture Series , Research Club, Journal Club, Integrative Oncology Education Series, conferences and workshops.
Clinical Care 
The Integrative Medicine Center offers professional guidance to assist patients regarding their personalized, comprehensive treatments. The Center provides services and programs that work together with conventional cancer care and focus on physical, mind-spirit, and social health.
Clinical Services :
Physician consultation
Acupuncture
Massage
Music therapy
Meditation
Nutrition Consultation
Exercise and Physical Activity Consultation
Upcoming Events
Friends of Integrative Medicine evening event
Join Drs. Lorenzo Cohen and Richard Lee for an evening exploring the latest research and findings in the field of Integrative Medicine. See flier for details.
MD Anderson's Integrative Medicine Program:Progress and Future Directions
Director Lorenzo Cohen, PhD discusses program achievements, progress and future directions. Hear about MD Anderson's Integrative Medicine education initiatives, research and clinical services.
MD Anderson's Integrative Medicine Program: Progress, and Future Directions (61:31)
Society of Integrative Oncology 2013 Keynote Address
The Importance of Mind-body Medicine in Cancer Care
Lorenzo Cohen, PhD, Director
Integrative Medicine Program
MD Anderson Cancer Center