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AIM Health Institute AIM Health Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization bringing the world of integrative medicine to all, regardless of ability to pay.

AIM Health Institute is the first and only 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area that provides integrative medicine services to low-income and terminally-ill patients, regardless of ability to pay. Integrative medicine offers the best of conventional and complimentary medicine to improve patient care, addressing not only biological, but also psychological, social, and spiritual aspects of health and wellness. We hope that integrative medicine will bridge more than the gap between modern and ancient healing methods; we hope that it will also close the gap in healthcare disparities. As of 2010, approximately 45% of DC residents live in a medically underserved area with limited access to primary care services. Access to integrative medicine echoes broader disparities in access to healthcare. The use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is higher among whites, women, people with higher education and higher income. Only 25.5% of blacks and 23.7% of Hispanics used CAM in 2007, compared with 43.1% of whites. Moreover, most integrative medicine services are not reimbursed by health insurance, which means that only those who can afford to pay can benefit from it. Blacks and Hispanics are less likely to have health insurance; 29% of Hispanics and 19% of blacks did not have health insurance in 2012 compared with 11% of whites. In our pursuit of eliminating health disparities and improving access to care, we are seeking to bring integrative medicine to everyone. Supported by grants and donations, AIM Health Institute works to achieve the following: provide integrative medical care for underserved, low-income populations and terminally-ill patients, regardless of ability to pay; conduct research and analysis related to integrative medicine; provide training and practice opportunities in integrative medicine to medical students and integrative medicine practitioners; educate the public and healthcare professionals on integrative medicine; empower the public by providing self-care tools; and, assist charitable and educational organizations in the conduct of similar activities. The AIM Health Institute operates utilizing the expertise of medical doctors, naturopathic doctors, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, Yoga and Reiki practitioners, acupuncturists, licensed massage therapists and nutritionists, health coaches, volunteer GWU medical students, as well as students from the Potomac School of Massage and Maryland University of Integrative Health. For more information, please visit our website at www.healthaim.org.

10/14/2026

Tune in live where we explore all things and 🌱

This week we welcome special guest Jeneen Piccuirro!

Jeneen will share a gentle guided meditation incorporating breath awareness, embodied listening, and sound, offering space to settle, soften, and meet the present moment with curiosity and kindness. The practice welcomes all levels of experience and can be enjoyed comfortably seated.

Zoom registration link šŸ–‡ļø
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/p5eVQVXRSXGT7t59Up4cmw #/registration

About Jeneen Piccuirro:
Jeneen Piccuirro is a DMV-based visual and performing artist, sound healer, dancer and yoga and meditation educator who weaves sound, breath, movement, and creative exploration into experiences of presence and connection. Drawing on three decades of teaching all ages from preschool through grad students, sixteen years of dedicated study in sound and two decades mastering subtle energy practices, she invites participants to slow down, listen deeply, and reconnect with their own rhythms. Her sound and interdisciplinary offerings have been presented at museums, institutions, festivals, and galleries, including the Kreeger Museum, the National Gallery of Art, the National Academy of Sciences, and the Kennedy Center.

https://www.soulvoyagestudio.com/



A Mindfulness Experience is a free, community-based call offering:
• Guided mindfulness and stress relief
• Gentle support for the nervous and immune systems
• Evidence-informed answers to your wellness questions
• A warm community exploring the connection between mind, body, and spirit

10/12/2026

Curious about ā‰ļø Questions about how to optimize supplementation ā‰ļø Interested in how practices like can enhance your wellbeing, mind, body & spirit ā‰ļø

In case you missed us…AIM Health Institute Founding Director Mikhail Kogan MD shares his practical insights on how to use for šŸ”¬

Mia Angarita and Becca Steynberg of the GW Resiliency and Well-Being Center and the GW Art Therapy Clinic, with stopped by with an interactive exercise you follow along with at home. And don’t forget to check out the community-based resources featured by our sister organizations GW Integrative and GW Resiliency & Well-being Center šŸŽØ

Full episode now available on our YouTube channelšŸ’”
https://youtu.be/X-0Dknubbfk?is=oBcQRs1LJlZaYVGP

Tune in live each week for A Mindfulness Experience with AIM Health Institute 🌱

Fridays 2-3PM EST on Zoom

Registration link šŸ–‡ļø
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/p5eVQVXRSXGT7t59Up4cmw #/registration

10/12/2026

Inward Breath and Tone.

Welcome to the Beating Heart Moment, Week 43…

This week, Fred Johnson guides us on a discovery of the pathways of our inner sounding and the felt sense of awakening the texture of Calm.

Follow along with this interactive sound health practice designed for wellness and inner exploration, centered on the power of breath and intentional sound.

Watch the full sonic exercise on our YouTube channelšŸ–‡ļø
https://youtu.be/m9AuJkrFy1k?is=q_y3SnFZuJYwCpSE



About the Beating Heart Moment:

Begin your week with intention.

Each Monday, Fred Johnson shares a short video reflection designed to help you soften into your heartspace, ground your energy, and gently align your week with presence and healing. Blending science and mysticism, this free weekly offering supports mindfulness, resilience, and the integration of mind–body practices into daily life.

Full series available to stream on our YouTube channel šŸ’”

10/08/2026

Join us live each week when we explore all things and 🌱

This week we are delighted to offer a special interactive session on ART THERAPY facilitated by Mia Angarita and Becca Steynberg of the GW Resiliency and Well-Being Center.

Mia and Becca will discuss how art connects to holistic health and wellness. They’ll delve into the benefits of art therapy in addressing specific mental health topics such as stress, anxiety, and enhancing the mind-body connection. The mind-body practice will invite participants to engage creatively through a reflective drawing activity, so we recommend having a paper and drawing utensil on hand!



Friday October 9th 2-3PM EST

Zoom registration link šŸ’”
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/p5eVQVXRSXGT7t59Up4cmw #/registration

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10/05/2026

LISTEN, DISCOVER, PROCLAIM.

Welcome to the Beating Heart Moment, Week 42…

This week’s practice is one of deepening into the Listening experience. Discovering the many textures of Listening and being awake to any Discoveries as a biproduct of the Listening experiences. And for the week’s sounding component, Fred invites us to write down and then speak aloud three things, each day, that you are grateful for.

Watch the full sonic exercise on our YouTube channel:
https://youtu.be/ICKZQHcw92Y?is=qAXDluUrPcPseMGi

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About the Beating Heart Moment:

Begin your week with intention.

Each Monday, Fred Johnson shares a short video reflection designed to help you soften into your heartspace, ground your energy, and gently align your week with presence and healing. Blending science and mysticism, this free weekly offering supports mindfulness, resilience, and the integration of mind–body practices into daily life.

Full series available to stream on our YouTube channel šŸ’”

10/03/2026

Should all adults over age 50 take creatine? What does the science say ā‰ļø

AIM Health Institute Founding Director and GW Center for Integrative Medicine CMO Mikhail Kogan MD explains why isn’t just for bodybuilders.

As Dr Kogan discusses, creatine is considered to be a . It is one of the most affordable and potentially valuable supplements for healthy aging. Watch the full conversation on Dr Kogan’s YouTube channel including practical dosing guidelines, emerging evidence for cognitive health and much more! Link in our bio šŸ–‡ļø

https://youtu.be/jRLnKLGssyA?si=nzSxKCvPzvfihVN2



Don’t forget to subscribe to Dr Kogan’s YouTube channel to discover more content like this šŸ’”

Creatine is NOT just for bodybuilders!It's one of the most affordable and potentially valuable supplements for healthy a...
10/03/2026

Creatine is NOT just for bodybuilders!
It's one of the most affordable and potentially valuable supplements for healthy aging. In this short video, I discuss why I frequently recommend creatine to my older patients, including its benefits for muscle strength, sarcopenia prevention, and emerging evidence for cognitive health.
We'll cover practical dosing, potential benefits, and why creatine deserves much more attention in integrative geriatric medicine.
While evidence for muscle health is well established, research on preventing or treating cognitive decline is still evolving.

Creatine is NOT just for bodybuilders!It's one of the most afforda...

Can hormones influence Alzheimer’s disease, memory loss, and cognitive decline? What roles do thyroid function, estrogen...
09/30/2026

Can hormones influence Alzheimer’s disease, memory loss, and cognitive decline? What roles do thyroid function, estrogen, testosterone, cortisol, chronic stress, and environmental toxins play in brain health?

Join Dr. Mikhail Kogan and the GW Center for Integrative Medicine ( GW CIM ) ReCODE team for an informative, one-hour interactive discussion exploring the complex relationship between hormones and cognitive health.

Featured members of the GWCIM ReCODE Team: Dr. Marianna Ledenac, Dr Mikhail Kogan, Sally Novak, Dr. Jonah Yakel

Watch the full conversation on Dr Kogan's Youtube channel:
https://youtu.be/3OBW44KBn24

For more about the GWCIM ReCODE Program for cognitive decline:
https://www.gwcim.com/services/reversal-cognitive-decline-recode

Tune in live with us each week where we explore all things   and   🌱This week we welcome special guest Robin Carnes! Rob...
09/30/2026

Tune in live with us each week where we explore all things and 🌱

This week we welcome special guest Robin Carnes!

Robin will give the wellness talk and lead the mind-body practice. She will present on Humming for Healing and ANS Regulation.



About Humming for Healing:
Everyone around the world hums, regardless of culture or creed. Humans always have. And yet, most of us have never considered why we hum. Humming is an instinctive activity that has healing outcomes Western science is just beginning to document. Humming is a part of qigong, yoga and many other ancient body-based health paradigms because our forebears knew that this simple practice offers a bounty of mental and physical health benefits.

Robin will review a few recent studies on some of the benefits of humming. And then we will hum together and notice how we feel!

Brought to you be AIM Health Institute and GW Integrative 🌱

Friday 2-3PM EST on Zoom
Registration linkšŸ’”
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/p5eVQVXRSXGT7t59Up4cmw #/registration

A Mindfulness Experience is a free, community-based call offering:
• Guided mindfulness and stress relief
• Gentle support for the nervous and immune systems
• Evidence-informed answers to your wellness questions
• A warm community exploring the connection between mind, body, and spirit

Bring your health and medicine related questions for the live Q&A with AIM Health Institute Founding Director Mikhail Kogan MD āš•ļø

09/28/2026

Practical Tones & A Story Practice.

This week, Fred Johnson takes us on a sonic journey incorporating the Sankofic mantra ā€œMai, Mee, My, Moe, Muā€. Join him in this interactive exercise developed to encourage inner resonance and coherence.

Watch the full sonic exercise on our YouTube channelšŸ–‡ļø
https://youtu.be/gbSpjlf4sfM?is=OGctpsOiLJqJWry_

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About the Beating Heart Moment:

Begin your week with intention.

Each Monday, Fred Johnson shares a short video reflection designed to help you soften into your heartspace, ground your energy, and gently align your week with presence and healing. Blending science and mysticism, this free weekly offering supports mindfulness, resilience, and the integration of mind–body practices into daily life.

Full series available to stream on our YouTube channel šŸ’”

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908 New Hampshire Avenue NW
Washington D.C., DC
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