Myrna Brind Center of Integrative Medicine

Jefferson Doctors Answer Your Questions

Integrative medicine represents the combination of traditional medical care with complementary therapies and lifestyle modification. At the Jefferson-Myrna Brind Center of Integrative Medicine, our physicians and other healthcare professionals practice a "whole-person" approach to health and healing to create truly personalized care.

The Brind Center is recognized as a leader in this holistic approach that addresses the mind, body and spirit. We have initiated a number of clinical trials to test unique combinations of Western care with complementary therapies.

To everyone who submitted a question, we hope you found the answers informative and beneficial. Read the entire list of questions and answers below.

Previously Submitted Questions

• What is mindfulness-based stress reduction and how can it help me reduce my daily stress?
• I just turned 49. I don’t have hot flashes and I haven’t gained weight, but my energy levels are low and I am having trouble concentrating. Could I be in menopause even though I’m not having hot flashes or other symptoms?
• In the past I have tried yoga and meditation to help reduce my stress, but the time commitment was too much for me. Is this program something that will give me tools to reduce my stress without a huge time commitment?
• My husband has a very stressful job and he is always working or checking email on his blackberry. I am worried about his stress and want him to be more focused on me and the kids when he is home. Can this program help?
• Who can benefit the most from mindfulness programs?