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Osher Center for Integrative Health

At the Osher Center for Integrative Health at Vanderbilt, we focus on your whole health: body, mind and spirit. We offer scientifically proven complementary therapies, such as acupuncture and yoga, to work alongside your conventional medical care. More than treating symptoms, this integrative medicine empowers you to take an active part in your healing and wellness so you can enjoy a better quality of life.

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Meet Your Care Team

Gurjeet S. Birdee

Gurjeet S. BirdeeMD, MPH

    Integrative Medicine, Internal Medicine, Yoga Therapy
Kathryn A. Hansen
4.9

Kathryn A. HansenANP, PhD

    Integrative Medicine, Pain Management, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Mandi M. Mizner

Mandi M. MiznerAPRN

    Integrative Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Kathleen L. Wolff
4.8

Kathleen L. WolffAPRN, MSN

    Integrative Medicine, Pain Management, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Susanna Sutherland

Susanna SutherlandPhD

    Clinical Psychology, Health Psychologist, Psychology
Elizabeth G. Walsh
4.8

Elizabeth G. WalshPhD

    Clinical Psychology, Health Psychologist, Psychology
JB Ward

JB WardPhD

    Clinical Psychology, Health Psychologist, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Psychology
Ruth Q. Wolever

Ruth Q. WoleverPhD

    Health and Wellness Coach, Psychology

Why Choose the Osher Center for Integrative Health at Vanderbilt

  • bookmark, star, Unique expertise, excellence, school-based programs
    Unique expertise

    We are one of only nine Osher Centers for Integrative Health in the world. As part of the Osher Collaborative for Integrative Health, we share knowledge, resources and best practices as we study, teach and provide complementary medical therapies. We also are an active member of the Academic Consortium for Integrative Medicine and Health. These affiliations translate into expert care for you.

  • medical chart, clipboard, cross, Knowledge and experience
    Knowledge and experience

    Our acupuncturists, doctors, health coaches, massage therapists, mind-body movement instructors, nurse practitioners, physical therapists and psychologists believe that being well is so much more than getting cured. They provide the knowledge and experience you expect from Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

  • goal, specialized, individualized, customized, Personalized care
    Personalized care

    In addition to group classes, we offer one-on-one sessions. You can meet privately with an integrative health specialist to review your medical history and current health challenges. They will customize a treatment plan just for you and your health goals.

  • lightning bolt, Innovation, advanced
    Innovation

    Our specialists study innovative ways to improve whole health: body, mind and spirit. We are committed to research that will help patients manage chronic pain and disease. We also promote research by participating in the BraveNet project, a national network that shares information on patient needs and best practices in integrative medicine.

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