Research Guides: Alternative & Complementary Medicine: Organizations

Associations

International Society for Complementary Medicine Research (ISCMR)
An international professional, multidisciplinary, non-profit scientific organization that is devoted to fostering Complementary and Integrative Medicine research and provides a platform for knowledge and information exchange to enhance international communication and collaboration.
American Academy of Medical Acupuncture (AAMA)
The professional society of physicians in North America who have incorporated acupuncture into their traditional medical practice.
American Chiropractic Association (ACA)
The largest professional association in the United States representing doctors of chiropractic. Promotes the highest standards of ethics and patient care, contributing to the health and well-being of millions of chiropractic patients.
American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
"American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) is the national professional association representing licensed naturopathic doctors, naturopathic medicine students, and other healthcare professionals allied with the naturopathic profession."
American Holistic Nurses Association
A specialty nursing association serving over 5,500 nurses and holistic healthcare professionals in the USA and internationally. Their mission is to illuminate holism in nursing practice, community, advocacy, research, and education.

Other Websites

Native American Ethnobotany

A tool which allows you to search for information on Native American foods, drugs, dyes, and fibers derived from plants
Strauss Wisneski Integrative and Indigenous Medicine Collection

Books, journals, and other materials related to complementary health practices and alternative therapies around the world housed at the Anschutz Medical Campus Health Sciences Library. These materials may be borrowed through Interlibrary Loan or Prospector.
National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH)

Formerly the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM).
Complementary and Integrative Medicine (CAM)

Provides information on alternative, complimentary, and integrative medicine
National Institutes of Health (NIH): Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS)

Their mission is to strengthen knowledge and understanding of dietary supplements by evaluating scientific information, stimulating and supporting research, disseminating research results, and educating the public to foster an enhanced quality of life and health for the U.S. population.

Herbal Medicines Compendium

A freely available, online resource that provides standards for herbal ingredients used in herbal medicines.