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The Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship

A two-year training program from UCI's Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute that equips physicians to provide the future of medicine - today.

The Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship equips physicians with the cutting-edge knowledge for providing the future of medicine – today. This two-year hybrid training program combines the flexibility of online learning with the immersive and practical, as well as in-person retreats, providing physicians with a comprehensive curriculum that integrates the latest evidence-informed medicine within a framework of integrative and functional approaches. From nutrigenomics, lifestyle, and environmental medicine to advanced diagnostic testing and personalized case-based treatment plans, physicians will gain the knowledge and confidence required to deliver the comprehensive, precision medicine that patients are demanding and deserve. This transformative Fellowship is based on proven, real-world experience at the Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute, the largest ambulatory and inpatient integrative health program in the United States. Eligible graduates will be able to sit for the board certification exam offered by the American Board of Integrative Medicine.

12/22/2025

We at the Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship wish you and your loved ones a joyful and restorative holiday season!

This time of year brings celebration, connection, and reflection. Amid the busy moments, we encourage you to make space for practices that support your well-being. A nourishing meal, a grounding breath, or a few quiet minutes of rest can help you maintain balance.

Our team will be stepping away briefly from social media to recharge and spend time with our families. We look forward to connecting with you in the New Year.

12/19/2025

What do you get when you participate in the Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship?

✅Career-long access to mentorship from esteemed Fellowship faculty
✅Preparation for the American Board of Integrative Medicine board exam
✅Inclusion in professional journal clubs and live grand rounds
✅Participation in a prestigious community of fellows
✅Opportunities for Continuing Medical Education and Maintenance of Certification Hours

Come join us! Combining the latest evidenced-informed approaches of both integrative and functional medicine, we equip you to provide the future of medicine... today.

Apply here: https://sites.uci.edu/ssihi/education/health-sciences-education/integrative-functional-medicine-fellowship/

12/10/2025

Many of our faculty members will be presenting at the Nutrition & Supplementation in Clinical Care conference on Jan. 29-Feb. 1, 2026 in Carlsbad, CA, hosted by the Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute. Join us at this dynamic, evidence-driven CME event designed to strengthen your clinical decision-making in nutrition, supplementation, and integrative approaches to health.

2026 Nutrition & Supplementation in Clinical Care
✅When: January 29–February 1, 2026
✅Where: Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa, Carlsbad, CA
✅Registration: http://ssihi.uci.edu/nscc2026
✅15% off: Use code FRIEND15

What to Expect:
✅Cutting-edge research on nutrition and supplementation
✅Clinically relevant, evidence-informed sessions
✅Full-day hands-on workshops
✅New content on AI and wearables in nutrition, integrative oncology, menopause, mitochondrial dysfunction, thyroid disorders, and more

Whether you're an experienced clinician or just beginning to incorporate nutrition and supplementation into your practice, you'll gain the tools, frameworks, and up-to-date knowledge needed to make informed, personalized recommendations that improve patient outcomes.

12/04/2025

Women’s health is evolving, and clinicians who embrace integrative care are shaping that future. By combining conventional medicine with nutrition, lifestyle interventions, and mind-body practices, clinicians can address all the unique factors that influence a woman's well-being. It is this whole-person, deeply personalized care that creates lasting change.

This forward-thinking approach is what defines our Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship at the Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute. And we're guided by expert faculty who are advancing what’s possible in women’s health.

Lilian Au, ND, is a naturopathic doctor at the Samueli Institute and our course director for Women's Health and Pediatrics. Dr. Au is fiercely passionate about maternal and child health, providing wellness care for infants, children and adults and treating a variety of acute illnesses and chronic conditions with evidence-informed traditional and natural therapies.

She co-created the Pre-Pregnancy Whole-Person Care Program at the Samueli Institute, a groundbreaking program that offers preconception integrative health services to women and their partners — with the goal of improving conception success, reducing pregnancy complications, and supporting healthier outcomes for women and children for generations.

Dr. Au's passion, leadership, and dedication to advancing research and programs in this critical discipline are making the future health of our community brighter.

Integrative approaches to women's health and pediatrics is just a glimpse into our comprehensive curriculum. To learn more, visit us here: https://ssihi.uci.edu/ifmf

11/27/2025

We're wishing a Happy Thanksgiving to all our fellows, faculty, friends and family!

Today offers a moment to reflect with gratitude and to gather with the people who bring light and purpose to our days. May this holiday invite you to reconnect with loved ones, nourish your well-being, and enjoy the practices that ground you, whether it’s a peaceful walk outdoors, a calming deep breath, or a shared meal.

11/14/2025

Diabetes management isn’t one-size-fits-all. That's why it's important for clinicians to take a personalized approach to their patients' care.

Through an integrative and functional approach, clinicians are empowered to address the root causes — nutrition, inflammation, stress, and lifestyle — to help patients achieve better outcomes and lasting health.

On World Diabetes Day, we’re reminded why clinician education in integrative medicine matters more than ever. We're proud to be offering this education through our Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship at the UC Irvine Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute.

Learn more and apply here: https://ssihi.uci.edu/ifmf

11/04/2025

The practice of medicine is rapidly changing. Patients are expecting greater personalization, more specificity, and a broader range of options for managing their health concerns. Get the tools you need to transform your practice in the Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship (IFMF) from the UC Irvine Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute.

The Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship is a truly innovative 2-year program for MDs, DOs, NPs, and PAs. It equips physicians to deliver the future of medicine today by combining both integrative and functional practices in a flexible online learning structure with immersive, practical, in-person retreats.

From nutrigenomics, lifestyle, and environmental medicine to advanced diagnostic testing and personalized case-based treatment plans, fellows build comprehensive precision medicine knowledge.

Eligible candidates can sit for the board certification exam offered by the American Board of Integrative Medicine at the completion of the program.

Why choose the IFMF? Because we prepare you to deliver the comprehensive, personalized, whole-person care that your patients are demanding... and deserve.

Apply here by February 15, 2025: https://ssihi.uci.edu/ifmf

10/22/2025

Meet Aly Cohen, MD, a triple board-certified physician in rheumatology, internal medicine and integrative medicine. She's our course director for Integrative Approaches to Environmental Medicine and Integrative Approaches to Allergy/Immunology/Rheumatology.

Environmental factors play an integral role in our everyday lives. Maintaining a healthy, clean and safe environment is imperative. Dr. Cohen is the perfect expert to educate physicians on potential toxins in their patients' lives, their impacts on health, and how to reduce possible exposures.

Learn more about this and other foundational principles of integrative and functional medicine through our Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship from UC Irvine Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute.

Learn more and apply here: https://ssihi.uci.edu/education/health-sciences-education/integrative-functional-medicine-fellowship/

10/15/2025

Meet Ashley Koff, RD, founder of The Better Nutrition Program and IFMF course director for Nutrition & Culinary Medicine.

There is a critical education gap for clinicians in understanding how diet can enhance well-being and prevent disease. That's why our fellowship is prioritizing nutritional education.

Nutrition plays a pivotal role in achieving optimal health, either supporting or hindering an individual’s efforts. With Ashley, who brings over two decades of experience as a practitioner/educator/author/consultant, our fellows delve into the science of nutrition with a focus on personalization. They explore the vital roles of micronutrients and macronutrients, examine various therapeutic diets, and learn how to integrate nutrigenomic testing into their practice. They also gain expertise in conducting integrative nutrition assessments, among other key skills.

Are you ready to bring this knowledge to your practice and help enhance your patients' well-being? Learn more and apply here: https://ssihi.uci.edu/education/health-sciences-education/integrative-functional-medicine-fellowship/

10/10/2025

October 10 is World Mental Health Day. As clinicians, we must remember that mental health is not separate from physicial health.

In today’s healthcare landscape, primary care practitioners are often the first — and sometimes only — point of contact for patients struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. Yet many clinicians feel underprepared to address these concerns within a traditional medical framework.

That’s why our Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship is committed to changing the way we train clinicians to provide mental health care in a primary care setting. We equip healthcare professionals with evidence-informed tools that honor the mind-body connection, including:
🌱 Mindfulness and stress-reduction techniques
🧘🏽 Lifestyle and nutrition interventions that support emotional resilience
🤝 Collaborative, whole-person care models

By integrating mental health into primary care, we empower clinicians to offer compassionate, comprehensive support — addressing the emotional and psychological dimensions of health that so often go unaddressed. Doing so can improve health outcomes, enhance access to mental health care, and elevate the overall quality of our healthcare system.

Today, and every day, we advocate for a healthcare system that recognizes mental health as fundamental. And we’re proud to be educating clinicians who are ready to lead that change.

Learn more and apply here: https://ssihi.uci.edu/education/health-sciences-education/integrative-functional-medicine-fellowship/

10/02/2025

09/25/2025

Our fellows are gathering this week at the University of California, Irvine Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute for their residential retreat! We’re so proud to welcome them here and connect in person around the transformative principles of integrative health.

As part of the two-year Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship, fellows attend three immersive residential retreats, each offering more than 35 hours of experiential learning. Over the course of several days, they deepen their knowledge and put lessons into practice through activities such as:

✅Make healthy, nutrient-dense meals in the education kitchen
✅Practice motivational interview techniques
✅Engaging in interactive mind-body therapies
✅Conduct in-person comprehensive patient assessments
✅Experience the role of creative arts in healing and medicine
✅Do a deep dive into dietary supplements and herbal products
✅Learn hands-on manual medicine techniques to use in clinic
✅Participate in ritual, forest bathing, and contemplative meditation
✅Engage in round table discussions of complex cases with diverse range of experts
✅Share in group meals and build their professional network
✅Enjoy evening keynote lectures at off-site dinners

These retreats are more than just training—they’re a chance for fellows to grow, connect, and bring integrative medicine to life. Here’s to a week of learning, collaboration, and inspiration!

Want to learn more about the IFMF? Visit us here: https://ssihi.uci.edu/ifmf

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