Conferences
Continuing Education Conference
Integrative & Whole Health: Where Science Meets Body, Mind, & Spirit
Jefferson’s Marcus Institute of Integrative Health is teaming up with the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine (AIHM) to host a first of its kind, leading-edge educational summit. Join us for CME credits, clinical toolkit workshops, historic tours, professional networking, and more.
Dates:
In-Person: Friday, October 24th – Sunday, October 26th
Live Virtual: Friday, October 24th – Saturday, October 25th
Location:
Philadelphia, PA – Pennsylvania Convention Center & Jefferson Center City Campus
Attendance Options:
- In-person
- Live virtual
- Discounts available for students, Jefferson staff, and faculty
CE/CME Credits Available:
AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (16.25 hours), ABS CC (16.25 hours), ANCC Contact Hour(s) (16.25 hours), APA Credit (16.25 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (16.25 hours), AAFP: American Academy of Family Physicians (Application Pending)
Who Should Attend the Conference?
Primary care providers, nursing professionals, pharmacy professionals, members of health institutions and practitioners across the spectrum of conventional and integrative providers. Come discover how conventional medicine and integrative health are uniting to create a Whole Health model for enhancing care and optimizing results within your scope of practice.
Focus on Integrative & Whole Health Practitioner
This year we will be concentrating on our integrative clinicians and practitioners from all areas to offer leading-edge continuing education lectures and panel discussions on Friday and Saturday. In addition we will offer a half-day Advanced Practice Toolkit immersion for in-person attendees that will offer tips and tools you can take to your practice when you return.
We will also address and discuss the impact of the changing climate and environment in health and medicine and on our community of integrative health practitioners.
Accommodations
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
It is directly connected to the Convention Center, where the conference will be held. Relish convenience and style at Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, set in Center City. Steps from downtown attractions, this hotel is near the Fashion District in Philadelphia, and offers stylish rooms, deluxe amenities, a pool, and a gym.
Other Accommodation Options…
If interested in pursuing other local accommodation options, here is the full list of hotels recommended by Thomas Jefferson University.
Lunch Included
In-person conference attendees will be served healthy lunches on Friday and Saturday.
Attend Our Special Events!
Look out for fun and exciting events throughout the conference, as well as numerous activities and countless opportunities for sharing experiences and expanding your network. Collaborate with new and familiar colleagues as, together, you set up objectives for the coming year.
Don’t miss our Research Poster Session & Awards Ceremonies
Additional events include the Organizational Membership Summit and Dinner, the Leadership Summit, the Fellowship Meeting and Graduation, and other engaging activities.
Stay tuned for more information to come.
Call for Research Abstracts for Poster Presentation: Due September 8th
All investigators are welcome, and students are especially encouraged to submit their work!
We are pleased to receive abstracts on integrative health and medicine, Whole Health, naturopathic medicine, chiropractic care, holistic nursing, mind-body research, acupuncture, consciousness and spirit, public health and policy related to integrative whole health and medicine, or other relevant topics.
Abstracts may be submitted in any of the following categories:
- Research—This includes basic science (fundamental or bench research), observational research, clinical trials, and health services (including cost-effectiveness studies).
- Clinical Innovations—This includes case reports or practice-based models, including all integrative models. Case report submissions must follow standard case-report format.
- Education—This includes innovative training and/or educational models or programs that highlight Whole Health, interprofessional education, curriculum, or faculty development in integrative health, including global service projects.
- Policy—This includes national or global policies supporting integrative and Whole Health, policies to address health disparities, and policies to serve underserved populations.
- Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion—This includes efforts to support the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion practices in integrative Whole Health.
Exhibit Your Expertise.
Exhibitors will have two days of the conference to exhibit: October 24 and 25. The exhibit hall is located directly next to the conference sessions and is where the breaks are held, guaranteeing quality interaction with attendees. Representatives of exhibiting companies are also invited to attend food and beverage functions, offering many opportunities outside the formal exhibit times to interact with conference attendees and expert faculty. While we cannot guarantee booth traffic, we make every effort to promote and encourage attendees to visit the exhibit hall.