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About ISCMR | Our Mission | Our History | Position Statements

About the International Society for Traditional, Complementary & Integrative Medicine Research

The International Society for Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine Research (ISCMR) is an international and multidisciplinary scientific organization established to foster the development and dissemination of new knowledge regarding whole person healing and whole systems healthcare research, including all traditional, holistic, alternative, complementary, and integrative forms of medicine (TCIM); and also provide a platform for knowledge and information exchange of TCIM research to enhance international communication and collaboration.



Our Mission

1. Enhance communication and build collegial relations among researchers and practitioners interested in TCIM research on a worldwide basis.
2. Provide a voice in understanding the scope of the field of TCIM and promoting excellence in its research.
3. Provide and promote forums for presentation of peer-reviewed original TCIM research
4. Develop knowledge in research methods relevant to the purpose of the Society
5. Collaborate with regional societies and professional organizations to further mutual goals.
6. Form relationships with peer-reviewed journals in the field of TCIM.
7. Engage in other activities consistent with the purpose.
   

Our History

ISCMR was founded in 2003 by an international team of dedicated complementary medicine researchers (now TCIM - traditional, complementary and integrative medicines) from around the world.

We are proud to recognize the first Board of Directors members (2003):

More details about our history can be viewed in the following documents:

ISCMR's Position Statements

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