Family Medicine Resident Perspectives on Curricula in Herbal Medicine

Foster, Carolyn A.; Corbin, Lisa; Kwan, Bethany M.; LeClair, Caroline J

doi:10.22454/fammed.2018.217704

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“… 101 Herbal medicine education for conventional medicine clinicians and pharmacists are found to be effective in promoting their confidence in communicating with patients about the use of herbal medicines and supplements. 102 , 103 Effective curriculum can be adapted and promoted in Universities across Western Pacific Region.…”

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Traditional and complementary medicine for promoting healthy ageing in WHO Western Pacific Region: Policy implications from utilization patterns and current evidence

Chung

Wong

Zhong

et al. 2021

Integrative Medicine Research

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Background With increasing burden of chronic non-communicable diseases (NCD), ageing becomes a global public health concern, and the World Health Organization Western Pacific Region has no exception. To address the NCD challenge, priority should be given to promote healthy ageing across the life-course. As traditional and complementary medicine (T&CM) is popular within the Region, it is of policy interest to explore possibilities of applying T&CM for promoting healthy ageing. Methods We first summarized sources of clinical evidence supporting the use of T&CM. We then searched publications through MEDLINE from its inception to April 2020 to identify studies focusing on the perception of T&CM among older people. Finally, taking current evidence base and patient choice into account, we generated policy recommendations for of integrating T&CM into health systems. Result Experiences from countries with different income levels suggested that promoting evidence-based T&CM as self-care modalities would be the most efficient way of maximizing impact among the older population, especially via a train the trainer approach. Meanwhile, popularity of natural products in the Region mandates policy makers to implement appropriate regulation and quality assurance, and to establish pharmacovigilance to detect potential harm. The role of pharmacists in advising patients on self-medication using natural products needs to be strengthened. Conclusion Policy-makers will benefit from continued global dialogue and sharing of experience in T&CM policy development and implementation. Harmonizing regulatory frameworks for natural products at regional and global levels, including mutual recognition of regulatory approval, to improve standards and protect patients could be a priority.

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Traditional and complementary medicine for promoting healthy ageing in WHO Western Pacific Region: Policy implications from utilization patterns and current evidence

Chung

Wong

Zhong

et al. 2021

Integrative Medicine Research

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“…Foster et al assessed the perceived adequacy of the education received on DS among 65 family medicine residents from six Colorado programs. 27 The investigators reported that approximately 90% of the participants thought that they should have received more education and that only 48% received required education on supplements at all. Thus, it appears that greater efforts need to be directed toward preparing HCPs who are knowledgeable about CAM and confident in their abilities to provide proactive input and address questions about DS.…”

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Consumers’ Information-Seeking Behaviors on Dietary Supplements

Nathan

Kudadjie-Gyamfi²,

Halberstam

et al. 2019

Int Q Community Health Educ

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Background Consumers are advised to seek information about dietary supplements (DS) before using them; little is known concerning whether this recommendation is heeded. Objective The objectives of this pilot study were to investigate whether users of DS seek information about these products before using them and particularly whether such information is sought from health-care professionals (HCPs). Methods Surveys administered face-to-face to adult consumers at three venues in New York City. Results Between November 2017 and October 2018, 199 consumers were surveyed. Of the 139 (70%) DS users, 104 (75%) used at least one DS that was not prescribed/recommended by an HCP. Of those, 88 (85%) reported seeking information about DS before using them and two (2%) noted that for some they do and for some they do not. The source of information most frequently used was the Internet (76; 84%). Pharmacists, dietitians/nutritionists, and medical doctors were reported to be a source of information by seven (8%), six (7%), and five (6%) of the respondents, respectively. DS were most commonly purchased at a pharmacy (76; 54%). Of the 199 participants, 111 (56%) perceived DS to be “very safe” or “safe,” while 20 (10%) reported that DS were “unsafe” or “very unsafe”; 60 (30%) participants were “neutral.” Conclusion Although most DS users sought information prior to using them, the majority did so by using the Internet and only a few consulted with an HCP. HCPs should be proactive in educating consumers about the importance of consulting with them prior to using these products.

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Impact of the Integrative Oncology Scholars Program on Oncology Providers’ Key Knowledge of Dietary Supplements and Antioxidants for Providing Evidence-based Oncology Care

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Family Medicine Resident Perspectives on Curricula in Herbal Medicine

Abstract: Residents perceived a lack of adequate medical education on the use of herbal and dietary supplements. Results showed a brief workshop increased resident intentions to discuss supplement use with patients. Further education on supplement use may be warranted.

Cited by 7 publications

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Traditional and complementary medicine for promoting healthy ageing in WHO Western Pacific Region: Policy implications from utilization patterns and current evidence

Traditional and complementary medicine for promoting healthy ageing in WHO Western Pacific Region: Policy implications from utilization patterns and current evidence

Consumers’ Information-Seeking Behaviors on Dietary Supplements

Impact of the Integrative Oncology Scholars Program on Oncology Providers’ Key Knowledge of Dietary Supplements and Antioxidants for Providing Evidence-based Oncology Care

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