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Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute

An academic institute focused on scientific research and education in integrative medicine. We offer a combination of Western and complementary treatments.

The Susan Samueli Center for Integrative Medicine at UC Irvine School of Medicine, rated one of the top 50 U.S. medical schools by U.S. News & World Report, is an academic center focused on scientific research and education in integrative medicine. The center offers Western allopathic integrative medicine as well as complementary treatments such as acupuncture, naturopathy, Chinese herbal medicin

e, massage, yoga and education. The center was established in 2001 with a generous gift of $5.7 million from Henry and Susan Samueli to take a leadership role in exploring the frontiers of complementary and integrative medicine. Growing interest in integrative approaches for maintaining wellness, preventing disease and treating specific illnesses created a need for such a center to conduct rigorous scientific investigations of the physiological effects of these treatments. Education in this field is also a high priority of the center. The medical community is becoming more interested in integrative approaches that embrace nonconventional medical interventions as part of medical treatment when they are supported by solid scientific research. The Susan Samueli Center for Integrative Medicine is putting some of these approaches into practice. We also are working to educate both the medical and the lay communities about the benefits and risks associated with new approaches to the practice of medicine.

06/03/2026

Do you have questions about how to take meaningful steps in managing your weight? Are you curious how others successfully manage their weight and health? You’re not alone.

Join one of our upcoming Integrative Healthy Weight Group Medical Visits starting July 8 and connect with individuals on similar journeys as you. Support from people who understand your experience and goals may empower you on the path to achieving your health goals.

You'll also meet a group of expert integrative health clinicians who will guide you and introduce you to integrative health practices such as healthy nutrition, culinary health, naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, Tai Chi, mindfulness, aromatherapy, and recommended supplements.

Call us to schedule your initial appointment: 949-824-7000

👉More information here: https://ssihi.uci.edu/patient-care/treatments-services/group-visits/

05/28/2026

As we wrap up Mental Health Awareness Month, it's a reminder that your mental and physical health are deeply interconnected. Chronic stress can lead to sleep problems, pain, digestive issues, and more. On the other hand, facing a physical health challenge can lead to depression or anxiety.

Mindfulness can help, says Jessica Drew de Paz, PsyD, a clinical psychologist and our director of mindfulness programs. Studies have shown that practicing mindfulness can significantly reduce chronic pain, lower blood pressure, boost the immune system and enhance sleep. In addition, research supports a decrease in stress, anxiety and depression.

If you're looking for help cultivating moment-to-moment awareness through mindfulness practice, consider joining one of our Mindfulness community classes to learn from expert instructors and connect with others on a similar journey. See our available classes here: https://ssihi.uci.edu/community-programs/classes/mindfulness-program/

05/13/2026

Thats's a wrap on Women's Wellness Days 2026!

We're so grateful to everyone who came out to REconnect, REcenter, and REinvest in their health and well-being. What "RE" are you taking with you from WWD?

From inspiring presentations and interactive workshops to culinary health demos, nutritious meals, curated marketplaces, diagnostic demos and more... the journey doesn't end here. Dive deeper by joining one of our free Post-WWD Virtual Office Hours with Dr. Robert McCarron, our director of education who is double board-certified in internal medicine and psychiatry. He'll more closely explore how thinking drives emotion — and how small, intentional shifts can create immediate and positive change.

☀️Post-WWD Virtual Office Hours w/ Dr. Robert McCarron☀️
Thursday, May 14 | 9-10 a.m.
Tuesday, May 19 | 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, June 2 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Register here: https://ssihi.uci.edu/education/post-post-wwd-virtual-office-hours-mccarron-gagliardi/

04/27/2026

Our Women’s Wellness Days event is selling out fast, so we’re pleased to offer a limited number of single-day tickets! Visit us here to explore the full program of speakers and activities and to reserve your single-day ticket: https://ssihi.uci.edu/wwd2026

WWD has become a cornerstone experience in the Orange County community. What sets it apart is the opportunity to connect directly with leading integrative health experts while exploring transformative, hands-on activities:
✅ Engage in interactive workshops with top healthcare experts.
✅ Experience state-of-the-art diagnostic technologies from leading health innovators.
✅ Discover the latest healthcare approaches in showcase theaters.
✅ Participate in sound baths, tai chi, meditation, and more.
✅ Recharge through massage therapy, acupressure, and more.
✅ Fuel your body with delicious and balanced chef-created meals

It’s immersive. It's personal. It's designed to meet you wherever you are... so you can walk away with meaningful inspiration that supports your health journey. Join us May 8-9, 2026, for connection, learning, and renewal.

04/15/2026

Our Women’s Wellness Days event has become a cornerstone experience in the Orange County community. It’s known not just for what you learn, but for how deeply you can engage with the insights and practices that support lasting health and well-being.

What sets WWD apart is the opportunity to connect directly with leading integrative health experts while exploring transformative, hands-on activities:
✅ Engage in interactive workshops with top healthcare experts.
✅ Experience state-of-the-art diagnostic technologies from leading health innovators.
✅ Discover the latest healthcare approaches in showcase theaters.
✅ Participate in sound baths, tai chi, meditation, and more.
✅ Recharge through massage therapy, acupressure, and more.
✅ Fuel your body with delicious and balanced chef-created meals

It’s immersive. It's personal. It's designed to meet you wherever you are... so you can walk away with meaningful inspiration that supports your health journey.

Join us May 8-9, 2026, for connection, learning, and renewal. See the full speaker lineup and schedule, and reserve your spot today: https://ssihi.uci.edu/wwd2026

04/04/2026

Do you have questions about how to take meaningful steps in managing your health condition? Are you curious how others cope with the same diagnosis? You’re not alone.

Join one of our upcoming Group Medical Visits starting April 14 and connect with individuals managing similar health conditions as you. Support from people who understand your experience and goals may empower you on the path to achieving your health goals.

You'll also meet a group of expert integrative health clinicians who will guide you and introduce you to integrative health practices such as healthy nutrition, culinary health, naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, Tai Chi, mindfulness, aromatherapy, and recommended supplements.

We offer the following Group Medical Visits:
❤️Integrative Cardiology
🎗️I-CAN: Integrative Cancer

Call us to schedule your initial appointment: 949-824-7000

👉More information here: https://ssihi.uci.edu/patient-care/treatments-services/group-visits/

04/02/2026

Renew your focus on your health this spring at our 24th annual Women's Wellness Days!

This transformative two-day experience features an exciting lineup of internationally renowned speakers who share practical tools and insights to empower you in enhancing your personal well-being.

Here are just a few of the inspiring women shaping the conversations at WWD this year:
✅Kelly Casperson, MD, Board-Certified Urologist, Author, Podcaster: "REigniting Your Sexuality"
✅Aimie Apigian, MD, Preventive and Addiction Medicine Physician: "REvive Your Aliveness: The Biology of Why You Feel Stuck — and How to Open Back Up to Life"
✅JJ Virgin, CNS, BCHN, EP-C, Triple Board-Certified Nutrition Expert: "REIGNITE!: The Muscle-First (™) Plan to Build Strength, Burn Fat and Achieve Metabolic Balance in Midlife (and beyond)"
✅Tieraona Low Dog, MD, Founding Director of the Integrative & Functional Medicine Fellowship: "Women, REsiliency, and the Intelligence of Healing"
✅Shaista Malik, MD, PhD, MPH, Founding Executive Director of the Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute: "REdefining Longevity for Women"
✅Deanna Minich, MS, PhD, CN, CNS, IFMCP, Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner (IFMCP), Nutrition Scientist, Author: "REignite Your Health and Happiness: How Color Can Help You Reimagine Your Well-Being"
✅Gloria Mark, PhD, Psychologist and Chancelor’s Professor at UC Irvine: "REgaining Agency with our Attention in the Digital Age"
✅Ashley Koff, RD, Founder of The Better Nutrition Program: "Personalizing Your Weight Health Plan"

There's so much more to experience at Women's Wellness Day! Visit us to see our full agenda of expert speakers, wellness activities, health product showcases, and state-of-the-art diagnostic demos: https://ssihi.uci.edu/news-and-media/events/womens-wellness-day-2026/

03/24/2026

Being kind really does pay off!

Dr. Robert McCarron, our director of education and a professor in the UC Irvine School of Medicine's Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, recently spoke to ABC7 about the positive effects that kindness may have on pain.

Dr. McCarron highlights research that shows practicing kindness toward others *and yourself* can help ease feelings of physical pain.

What's something kind that you did today? 🤲

03/13/2026

☀️REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!☀️

Join us for Women's Wellness Days (WWD), a transformative two-day wellness event for those seeking trusted insights, meaningful connections, and inspiration to support their whole-person health journeys.

Women's Wellness Days 2026
Friday & Saturday, May 8-9, 2026
Irvine, CA
Register here: ssihi.uci.edu/wwd2026

Revive your well-being with hundreds of like-minded attendees and immerse yourself in the latest health topics through presentations from internationally recognized speakers, gain practical tools for personal well-being, and engage with leading health educators in hands-on workshops.

☑️Experience advanced medical diagnostic tools
☑️Discover new products in the showcase theater
☑️Shop a vibrant wellness retail marketplace
☑️Relax through restorative wellness experiences
☑️Enjoy nourishing meals

Be renewed in our welcoming, community-centered atmosphere.

03/11/2026

This Nutrition Month, we're celebrating plant-based protein! For her deliciously vibrant Green Hummus, Chef Jess uses edamame soybeans, a protein-rich ingredient that is packed with healthy fats and fiber and is a great source of iron.

Here's how to make Chef Jess' Green Hummus 💚

Ingredients:
16 oz shelled edamame beans, fresh or frozen
1/3 cup packed cilantro, stems and leaves
3 tablespoons white miso
6 tablespoons tahini
6 tablespoons lime or lemon juice
1 tablespoon ground cumin
6 cloves garlic
6 tablespoons olive oil
3- 9 tablespoons water, more as needed
Salt to taste

1. Cook/thaw the edamame beans if you need to. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and place the edamame in the water for 5 minutes. Immediately drain and set aside.
2. In a food processor or blender, combine the edamame with cilantro, miso, tahini, garlic, cumin, and juice, and blend until smooth.
3. Drizzle in the olive oil and water with the motor running to reach your desired consistency.
4. Season to taste with salt.

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856 Health Sciences Road
Irvine, CA
92617

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Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 9pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

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+19498247000

Website

https://ssihi.uci.edu/

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