The American Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (AAAOM) was formed in 1981 to be the unifying force for American acupuncturists committed to high ethical and educational standards, and a well-regulated profession to ensure the safety of the public. For more information visit www.aaaomonline.org/.

The American Academy of Environmental Medicine (AAEM) is an independent, not-for-profit medical organization established in 1965, dedicated to the prevention, identification and treatment of adverse human health effects from environmental hazards, especially chemical and biological agents found in air, food, water and consumer products, as well as various types of radiation, since “virtually all human diseases result from the interaction of genetic susceptibility and modifiable environmental factors.” For more information visit www.aaemonline.org.

The American Association of Integrative Medicine was founded in 2000. The mission of the American Association of Integrative Medicine is to promote the development of integrative medicine, which is the medicine of the 21st century. The American Association of Integrative Medicine is focused on the implementation and maintenance of successful programs and research that educate and certify practitioners in the integration of safe and effective medical treatment modalities into healthcare. For more information visit www.aaimedicine.com.

The American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) is a professional society representing naturopathic doctors throughout the United States. Its vision is to transform the healthcare system from a disease management system to a comprehensive health program incorporating the principles of naturopathic medicine. The AANP actively promotes naturopathic legislation on both the State and Federal Levels. For more information visit www.naturopathic.org.

Founded in 1931, the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) is the professional association for more than 37,000 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) and student nurse anesthetists. CRNAs are advanced practice nurses who are the hands-on providers of 30 million anesthetics given in the United States each year. For more information visit www.aana.com.

Based in Arlington, VA, the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) is the largest professional association in the world representing doctors of chiropractic. ACA provides lobbying, public relations, professional and educational opportunities for doctors of chiropractic, funds research regarding chiropractic and health issues, and offers leadership for the advancement of the profession. For more information visit www.acatoday.org.

The American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM) is a not-for-profit association dedicated to educating physicians and other health care professionals on the latest findings and emerging procedures in complementary, alternative and integrative (CAIM) medicine. ACAM is the voice of integrative medicine; our goals are to improve physician skills, knowledge and diagnostic procedures as they relate to complementary and alternative medicine; to support integrative medicine research; and to develop awareness of alternative methods of medical treatment. ACAM enables members of the public to connect with physicians who take an integrative approach to patient care and empowers people with information about integrative medicine treatment options. For more information visit http://www.acamnet.org/site/c.ltJWJ4MPIwE/b.2772303/k.87A2/PhysicianLink_Find_a_Doctor/apps/kb/cs/contactsearch.asp.

The American Holistic Medical Association (AHMA) is a nonprofit organization that has been helping transform medicine to a sustainable, more holistic model since 1978. We are an advocate for the use of holistic medicine by all licensed healthcare providers and serve as a resource for the public as well. For more information visit www.holisticmedicine.org.

The Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND) is the national association for qualified naturopathic doctors across Canada. The CAND promotes naturopathic medicine to the public, corporations, insurance companies and the federal government and facilitates communication within the naturopathic profession. For more information visit www.cand.ca/.

The National Association of Advisors for the Health Professions is an organization of over 900 health professions advisors at colleges and universities throughout the United States. NAAHP was established in 1974 to coordinate the activities and efforts of four independent regional associations, so that health profession advisors across the nation can function together and speak with one voice. For more information visit www.naahp.org/.

The National Center for Homeopathy is an open-membership organization whose mission is to promote health through homeopathic medicine. By providing general education to the public about homeopathy, and specific education to homeopaths, we help to make homeopathy available throughout the United States. To find out more about homeopathy or NCH, please visit www.nationalcenterforhomeopathy.org.

The Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND) represents over 75% of practicing NDs in Ontario. The OAND advances the interests of the profession and provides leadership for members by offering high quality professional education and member services, promoting the contribution of the profession to the health of Ontarians and championing the success of Naturopathic Doctors in Ontario. www.oand.org

The Society for Integrative Oncology (SIO) is a non-profit, multi-disciplinary organization founded in 2003 for health professionals committed to the study and application of complementary therapies and botanicals for cancer patients. It provides a convenient forum for presentation, discussion and peer review of evidence-based research and treatment modalities in the discipline known as integrative medicine. www.integrativeonc.org

American Botanical Council (ABC) is an independent, nonprofit research and education organization dedicated to providing accurate and reliable science-based and traditional information to promote responsible use of herbal medicine — serving the public, researchers, educators, healthcare professionals, industry, and media. For more information on ABC or herbal medicine, visit www.herbalgram.org.

A private institution just north of Seattle, Washington, Bastyr University is internationally recognized as a leader in the natural health arts and sciences. Founded in 1978 as a school of naturopathic medicine, Bastyr also offers degrees in acupuncture and Oriental medicine, exercise science, health psychology, herbal sciences, and nutrition. www.Bastyr.edu.

Founded by a group of extraordinary naturopathic visionaries in the year 2000, the Boucher Institute of Natural Medicine is the newest naturopathic medical college in North America. The institute is committed to small class sizes, a mentorship model of education and an innovative academic curriculum. The Vancouver area is recognized worldwide as one of the top quality-of-life regions and boasts the highest per-capita investment in complementary and alternative health care in the country. The campus is located on the banks of the Fraser River, with easy access to both the city and the countryside. www.binm.org

Founded in London in 1936 by famous naturopath Stanley Lief, The British College of Osteopathic Medicine (BCOM) is a world leader in osteopathic education and research. It was the first UK institution to offer an osteopathic honours degree and to achieve “approval without conditions” recognition from the General Osteopathic Council. For more information visit www.bcom.ac.uk.

CCNM, Canada's premier institute for education and research in naturopathic medicine, offers new thinking, new research and new approaches to health care. CCNM is also home to the Robert Schad Naturopathic Clinic, a vibrant, on-campus teaching clinic where third- and fourth-year interns and naturopathic doctors service more than 26,000 patient visits a year.

The College was formally founded in 1966, since when it has ensured its graduates are trained in naturopathic (as well as osteopathic) principles and their application to practice. The College offers naturopathic training to those outside of its osteopathic student body wishing to gain a Naturopathic Diploma (ND). Further details can be found on our website: www.collegeofosteopaths.ac.uk.

The Helfgott Research Institute is a professionally independent, non-profit research institute whose mission is to conduct rigorous, high quality, research on the art and science of healing, specifically working to understand natural forms of medicine. Together, scientists from the fields of naturopathic medicine, Chinese medicine, acupuncture, immunology, and nutrition apply their expertise to the study of natural medicine.

The Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) is a non-profit educational organization that educates physicians and other healthcare practitioners in improving the assessment and management of complex, chronic disease through the use of functional medicine. IFM provides ACCME-accredited onsite and web-based training in functional medicine, publishes clinical textbooks and monographs, and communicates with policymakers, practitioners, educators, researchers, and the public to disseminate the functional medicine knowledge base more widely. For more information, visit www.functionalmedicine.org or call 800-228-0622.

CNELM is a private institution founded in 2001 teaching nutrition to BSc Hons Nutritional Therapy and BSc Hons Nutrition Science and nutritional therapy to Masters. All courses can be fully attended or mainly accessed audio visually through innovative online access enabling a global student base. Functional Medicine underpins both science and practice for undergraduate and postgraduate study. The Centre has published a peer-reviewed Nutrition Practitioner journal three times a year since 1998. For more information visit www.cnelm.co.uk.

NCNM, the oldest accredited naturopathic college in North America, is the leader in natural medicine, offering four-year graduate programs in naturopathic and classical Chinese medicine. NCNM Clinic and its associated community-area clinics treat 40,000 patients annually. NCNM’s Helfgott Research Institute conducts rigorous independent research advancing the science of natural medicine.

Since its inception in 1993, nearly 700 doctors have graduated from SCNM sharing with patients the elegant beauty and healing power of nature. Students come to Southwest College from around the world to build their career and change the lives of others. For more information visit www.scnm.edu.

The University of Bridgeport offers career-oriented undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees and programs for people seeking personal and professional growth. The University promotes academic excellence, personal responsibility, and commitment to service. Distinctive curricula in an international, culturally diverse supportive learning environment prepare graduates for life and leadership in an increasingly interconnected world. The University is independent and non-sectarian. For more information visit www.bridgeport.edu.