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ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE

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Indexes & Abstracts


AMED (OVID).
(Alternative and Complementary Medicine) Electronic version covers 1966-Present. 
URL: http://library.cpmc.columbia.edu/hsl/eres/countact.cfm?resourceid=1301 
CINAHL - EBSCO
Cumulative Index to Nursing & Allied Health Literature. Electronic version covers 1982- Present. 
URL: http://web.ebscohost.com/ehost/search?vid=1&hid=2&sid=35796e5a-45ca-4eb8-83a9-94fe722d1c5a%40sessionmgr2 
MEDLINE (OVID)
Three separate components of Medline available through OVID interface: Medline 1966 - present (offers author/journal/keyword/subject, or MESH, searching), Oldmedline 1950 - 1965 (offers same but subject searching), and In-Process around 2 recent months (offers same but subject searching).  
URL: http://library.cpmc.columbia.edu/hsl/eres/countact.cfm?resourceid=1301 
SCIENCE CITATION INDEX (WEB OF KNOWLEDGE INCLUDING WEB OF SCIENCE)
The chief aim of this index is to provide access to related articles by indicating sources in which a known article by a given author has been cited. Over 3,300 journals are indexed. 
URL: http://portal.isiknowledge.com/portal.cgi?Init=Yes&SID=1An77E1GMhCDH11CcAA 
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Dictionaries, Encyclopedias and Guides


A CLINICAL GUIDE TO BLENDING LIQUID HERBS: HERBAL FORMULATIONS FOR THE INDIVIDUAL PATIENT
Bone, K..  Features 125 most popular herbs. Chapter 1 explains why herbal liquids are used; how herbal liquids are made; why are herbal liquids generally recommended, etc.  
REF RS 431.M37 B66 2003. 
ALTERNATIVE AND COMPLEMENTARY TREATMENT IN NEUROLOGIC ILLNESS.
Weintraub, M.I and Micozzi, M.S..  An edited book that deals with aspects of treatment including research. 
RC346 .A42 2001. 
ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE RESOURCE GUIDE
Feuerman, F. and Handel M.J..  Gives detail description on each type of alternative treatment, lists centers and organizations, lists bibliography for further reading. 
REF R 733.A48 1997. 
BOTANICAL MEDICINES: THE DESK REFERENCE FOR MAJOR HERBAL SUPPLEMENTS
McKenna, D.J..  Each entry includes the supplement's history, therapeutic applications, results of studies and more. 
REF RM 258.5.M38 2002. 
CLASSICAL HOMEOPATHY.
Carlston M (ed)..  Part of a series: Medical guides to complementary and alternative medicine. 
RX71 .C534 2003. 
COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE IN REHABILITATION.
Leskowitz, E.D..  Part of a series: Medical guides to complementary and alternative medicine. 
RM930 .L476 2003. 
COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE SOURCEBOOK
Judd, S.J. editor.  Contains basic consumer health information on alternative and complementary medical therapies. 
REF R735 .C66 2006. 
CONTEMPORARY CHINESE MEDICINE AND ACUPUNCTURE.
Cassidy, C.M..  Part of a series: Medical guides to complementary and alternative medicine. 
R601 .C375 2002. 
CRC ETHNOBOTANY DESK REFERENCE
Johnson, T..  REF GN 476.73.J66 1999. 
DICTIONARY OF ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
Segen, J. C..  Includes bibliographical references 
REF R733 .S44 1998. 
ENCYCLOPEDIA OF COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
Navarra, Tova.  REF R733 .N38 . 
HANDBOOK OF NONPRESCRIPTION DRUGS
Chapter 47 highlights herbal remedies. Chapter 48 highlights homeopathic remedies 
REF RM 671.A1 H34 2002. 
HEINERMAN'S ENCYCLOPEDIA OF HEALING HERBS AND SPICES
Heinerman, J..  Contains helpful indexes such as: symptoms contents, herbs and spices contents, subject index. 
REF RM666.H4415 1996. 
MAJOR HERBS OF AYURVEDA.
Williamson, E.M..  Includes traditional and modern uses of the herb; major chemical constituents; medicinal and pharmacologic activities; safety profile and more. 
REF RS 180.I3 M345 2002. 
MANUAL OF NATURAL THERAPY: A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
Olshevsky, M..  Extensive bibliography at end of book includes picture of key acupuncture points; atlas of reflexology with instructions on how to use this book for best results. 
REF RM700.M36 . 
MOSBY'S HANDBOOK OF HERBS AND NATURAL SUPPLEMENTS
Skidmore-Roth, L..  2nd. ed. 
REF RS 164 S54 2004. 
MOSBY'S HANDBOOK OF HERBS AND SUPPLEMENTS AND THEIR THERAPEUTIC USES
Bratman, S..  Discusses a number of conditions for which herbal therapy is warranted. 
REF RM 666.H33 B72 2003. 
NATURAL STANDARD HERB AND SUPPLEMENT REFERENCE: EVIDENCE-BASED CLINICAL REVIEWS
Ulbricht, C.E. and Basch, E.M..  Provides detailed, evidence-based, systematic reviews for 98 key herbs and supplements. 
REF RM258.5 .N28 . 
NURSE'S HANDBOOK OF ALTERNATIVE & COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES.
More and more patients are using alternative therapies, often without telling their nurse or doctor. With this invaluable handbook, you'll be prepared to ask patients about use of alternative therapies and respond knowledgeably to their questions. 
REF RT42 .N83 2003. 
PDR FOR HERBAL MEDICINES
Medical Economics Company. (2nd. ed.).  Includes Asian Indications Index--groups of herbs by their therapeutic uses in Chinese and Indian medicine. Color plates of over 380 common medicinal plants. Herbs are identified by their common name and scientific name. A product identification guide lists selected herbal preparations, photographed and arranged alphabetically by manufacturer and brand name. 
REF RS 75.P554 2000 Ed.2. 
PDR FOR NONPRESCRIPTION DRUGS AND DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS
Medical Economics Company.  24th ed. 
REF RM 671.A1 P56 2003. 
PHYSICIAN'S DESK REFERENCE FOR NONPRESCRIPTION DRUGS AND DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS
Medical Economics Company. (23rd.ed.).  REF RM 671.A1 P56 2002. 
PHYTOTHERAPY: A QUICK REFERENCE TO HERBAL MEDICINE
Capasso, F..  REF RM 666.H33 P497 2003. 
PREVENTION: HOW-TO DICTIONARY OF HEALING REMEDIES AND TECHNIQUES
Rodale Press..  REF RM 36.P74 1996. 
SCIENTIFIC BASIS FOR AYURVEDIC THERAPIES
Mishra, L.C..  Provides appendix of: Ayurvedic words and their English meanings; Ayurvedic herbs and botanical names; List of Ayurvedic scientific journals; Ayurvedic product manufacturers. 
HEALTH SCIENCES STACKS R605.S376 2004. 
THE ABC CLINICAL GUIDE TO HERBS
Blumenthal, M..  This book contains extensive information on 29 of the most popular herbs sold in the U.S. market today, including which products have shown safe and effective activity in published clinical trials. 
REF RM 666.H33 A175 2003. 
THE AMERICAN PHARMACEUTICAL ASSOCIATION: PRACTICAL GUIDE TO NATURAL MEDICINES
Peirce, A..  Includes information on the herb, its history, usages, how available--extract, capsule, etc. adverse reactions, references to books and journals. 
REF RM 666.H33P45 1999. 
THE GALE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
Krapp, K. ed. (4 volumes).  Educates readers about a wide variety of complementary therapies, herbal remedies, and treatments for prevalent conditions and diseases. 
REF R 733.G34 2001 Q. 
THORSONS ENCYCLOPAEDIC DICTIONARY OF HOMEOPATHY.
Gaier, H.C..  Annotated dictionary with plenty of historical and biographical references in homeopathy. 
REF RX41.G35 1991. 
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Directories and Associations


ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE FOUNDATION
The foundation was created to “respond to the public and professional need for responsible and reliable education, information, and dialogue about the integration of alternative and conventional medicine; conserve and respect the knowledge and practice of indigenous therapies and systems of healthcare; promote novel ways to blend ancient practice and modern science for the promotion of health; advance the ethical and sustainable development of alternatives to standard care.” Also contains access to: HERBAL MEDICINE An Alternative and Complementary Medicine Resource Guide 
URL: http://www.AMFoundation.org 
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE.
Advocates of alternative medicine. Promotes increased reliance on alternative treatments by professionals. Conducts research; sponsors training programs for health care professionals wishing to make use of alternative therapies. Conducts continuing education leading to American Board of Alternative Medicine Certification for members. 
Dr. Alex Cougar, 16126 E Warren, Box 24224 Detroit, MI 48224-0224 USA , Phone:(313) 882-0641. 
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE.
Establish a network of related integrative health care providers to disseminate information Foster closer inter-relationship among all health care providers Educate the public about the benefits and advantages of integrative medical approaches Advocate for higher standards of quality in the profession Recognize the contributions and professionalism of its members. 
URL: http://www.aaimedicine.com/main.php 
AMERICAN BOARD OF ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
Practitioners of alternative medicine. Promotes increased use of alternative treatments including mind-body intervention, bioelectromagnetic therapy, and herbal medicines. Conducts research and educational programs; maintains hall of fame. 
Dr. B. Alli, 16126 E Warren, PO Box 24224, Detroit, MI 48224-0224 USA Phone:(313) 882-0641. 
NATIONAL CENTER FOR COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
Includes information on research, training and clinical trials in complementary and alternative medicine. 
URL: http://nccam.nih.gov/health/whatiscam/ 
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Audio Visual and Software


ALTERNATIVE HEALTH (MEDICINE)
Guth, J..  Provides an overview of Chinese and Indian medicine, homeopathy, herbalism, naturopathy, osteopathy, massage and chiropractic and shows how these are being practiced by American physicians (videorecording, 29 minutes). Note: Title on container: Alternative Medicine; title from cassette lable: Alternative Health (Medicine). 
HEALTH SCIENCES MEDIA R 733.A47 1997. 
HERBAL PHARMACOLOGY
Low Dog, T..  3 videocssettes, 294 minutes each 
HEALTH SCIENCES MEDIA RX 601.H47 1997. 
HERBAL PREPARATIONS
Low Dog, T..  3 videocassettes, 287 minutes each. 
HEALTH SCIENCES MEDIA RX 601.H48 1997. 
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Internet Guides and Resources


ABOUT HERBS, BOTANICALS AND OTHER PRODUCTS
Provides information on herbs, botanicals, supplements and more. This resource provides evidence-based information for oncologists, healthcare professionals and the consumer. It is updated by MSK's Integrative Medicine Service. 
URL: http://www.mskcc.org/mskcc/html/11570.cfm 
ALTERNATIVE & COMPLEMENTARY MEDICAL CENTER
Covers lots information on natural therapies, diet, fitness, diseases, professional courses and family health. 
URL: http://www.healthy.net/scr/center.asp?centerid=1 
ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
A database within MedlinePlus Alternative Medicine page with current articles in alternative medicine and links to government resources. 
URL: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/alternativemedicine.html 
HERBMED/HERBMEDPRO
"HerbMed® - an interactive, electronic herbal database provides hyperlinked access to the scientific data underlying the use of herbs for health. It is an evidence-based information resource for professionals, researchers, and general public. HerbMedProTM is the professional version of HerbMed®". Instead of monographs on herbs there are links to Pubmed pre-set searches and other links on various aspects of each herb.  
URL: http://www.herbmed.org/members/ 
IBIDS - INTERNATIONAL BIBLIOGRAPHIC INFORMATION ON DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS DATABASE
"The International Bibliographic Information on Dietary Supplements (IBIDS) database provides access to bibliographic citations and abstracts from published, international, and scientific literature on dietary supplements." Contains citations on dietary supplements from 1986 to the present. Covers major databases such as Medline, AGRICOLA, CAB Global Abstracts and more. Has a search platform and also provides 'pre-canned' searches on topics such as menopausal symptoms and herbals; Vitamin B12, etc. 
URL: http://ods.od.nih.gov/Health_Information/IBIDS.aspx 
ROSENTHAL CENTER FOR COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE (COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY).
Provides a resource guide for choosing a practitioner; lists professional organizations; conducts clinical trials, and more. 
URL: http://www.rosenthal.hs.columbia.edu/ 
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Meta-directories of Websites


NATURAL HEALTHWEB
A Meta website covering health Info/tools, events, WWW resources on alternative therapies.  
URL: http://www.naturalhealthweb.com/ 


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