UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Health

04/15/2026

Class 2: Fertility Optimization

Dr. Jennifer Ashby will teach, "What East Asian Medicine Teaches Us About Fertility and Its Optimization"

This session explores fertility through the lens of East Asian medicine, examining how Jing, Blood, Qi, and Yin/Yang balance form the foundation of reproductive health. Students will leave with a practical understanding of fertility preservation as a daily practice of protecting resources and regulating rhythm, including how chronic stress endangers vital organs like the kidney and liver.

Dr. Maren Shapiro Eger will teach, "Creating the Optimal Environment for Conception"

This session will cover practical, evidence-based ways to optimize the body for conception, including recommendations for sleep, nutrition, exercise, supplements, and what to cut-out. Participants will also learn how to time in*******se to maximize the chances of pregnancy, and when to seek additional support or evaluation.

Learn more and register at osher.ucsf.edu/Osher-WISE

04/09/2026

Class 1: Health in Adolescent Girls

Join us on Wednesday, April 22 for the first class of the 4-week Osher WISE course on integrative women's health.

Dr. Jenifer Matthews will present, "Teen Hormones, Acne, and PMS: Integrative Strategies for Balance"

Adolescence is a time of significant hormonal change, often accompanied by concerns such as acne, PMS, and cycle irregularities. This talk provides an overview of integrative approaches to supporting teen hormonal balance, including key nutritional strategies and simple, safe herbal medicine options. Participants will learn practical ways to support teens through common hormone-related challenges.

Dr. David Becker will present, "Adolescent Mental Health in the Age of AI"

Emerging technology is often adopted first by adolescents. Current scholarship explores the impact of social media on teens, but what does it mean to have an integrative approach to adolescent mental health in the age of AI? Are supplements, mind-body practices, acupuncture, or even psychopharmacology any match for a generative AI best friend or partner?

Learn more and register at osher.ucsf.edu/Osher-WISE

04/01/2026

Registration is now open for the Spring 2026 Osher WISE Course, “Your Body, Your Power: Science and Strategies in Women’s Health at Every Stage”

Led by esteemed academic and clinical experts from UCSF, this program will cover women’s health across the lifespan, including topics such as:

🌷Teen hormones and PMS

🌷Reproductive resilience

🌷Evidence-based menopause management

🌷Neurological foundations of longevity

🌷and so much more!

This course is offered as a 4-class bundle, or you can register for individual classes.

Learn more about the sessions and speakers at osher.ucsf.edu/Osher-WISE

03/24/2026

New public class! 🌷

Led by Gigi Otálvaro, PhD, this 5-week online course offers an experiential introduction to two joyful and contemplative practices—qigong and laughter yoga.

Through gentle movement, breathwork, and playful exploration, participants are invited to reconnect with their body and cultivate presence in a supportive, health-informed setting.

Learn more and register at osher.ucsf.edu/public-classes/movement-breath-and-play

03/05/2026

Registration is now open for the spring session of Mindful HEART.

Tuesday Evenings, 6:00-8:30 p.m. PT
April 21–May 26

This online program is designed to support individuals in the recovery stage of trauma.

Learn more at https://osher.ucsf.edu/public-classes/mindful-HEART

03/02/2026

Movimiento Juntos es una clase introductoria de yoga diseñada
especialmente para personas con dolor crónico que hablan español. Regístrate para esta clase: tiny.ucsf.edu/MovimientoJuntos

01/22/2026

Dr. Kavita Mishra will present at the 2026 Northern California Blood Cancer Conference on Friday, January 31. This is a free education event for blood cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, family members and healthcare professionals to learn more about treatment options, emerging therapies, management of survivorship, and more.

Register at na.eventscloud.com/website/91257/

01/22/2026

Applications are now open for the Integrative Ayurvedic Medicine Training for Clinicians (2026-2027)—a year-long, fully virtual program designed for healthcare professionals who wish to integrate Ayurvedic principles into clinical practice. The program combines live weekly instruction with self-paced coursework and is appropriate for MDs, DOs, NPs, PAs, RNs, and other licensed clinicians.

Deadline to apply is March 31, 2026.

Learn more at osher.ucsf.edu/ayurveda-training

12/03/2025

Dr. Kavita Mishra on

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10/27/2025

We are still recruiting for the RENEW study! RENEW is a study that compares how two personalized, holistic health education programs
might help breast cancer survivors feel better. Take the survey to see if you are eligible.
https://ucsf.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9QWvdsfMDEZSSUK

Are you looking to improve your quality of life after breast cancer treatment? Join the RENEW Study for support!
This UCSF study compares how two personalized, holistic health education programs might help breast cancer survivors feel better. You may be eligible to join if you completed breast cancer treatment within the last 3 years. Learn more at https://tiny.ucsf.edu/GVBYw3

10/16/2025

Reimagining Your Health Journey with Integrative Care | Friday, October 24

Join us for a free, virtual symposium hosted by the Osher Collaborative for Integrative Health—exploring new pathways to healing, resilience, and whole-person care.

We're excited to announce the expert speakers from the UCSF Osher Center, including a keynote address by Dr. Carla Kuon.

Don't miss this opportunity to discover how an integrative health approach can support chronic illness and overall well-being.

View the full schedule and register for free at tinyurl.com/OC-VirtualSymposium2025

10/08/2025

Join us on Friday, October 24 for a free, online event that brings together research-backed insights, practical tools, and a message of hope for those navigating long-term health conditions. Come for the full day, or pop online when you can.

Hosted by the Osher Collaborative for Integrative Health, this event will share approaches rooted in the latest science to help individuals manage chronic illness more effectively and reclaim quality of life. Whether you're living with chronic pain, autoimmune disease, or other long-term conditions, you'll gain access to expert guidance and supportive resources.

Visit our the event page on Zoom to register and view the full agenda.
https://events.zoom.us/ev/AshysIL1IAL1LF48TMtUvrsQQue6QPm3BwVkKx9sSkx4In1qz7gF~AuLns9jyVDGEhRjarg4zTsp-clPiuB4Q0C9ND23flhP3JqOvCH1URa1jNg