Clinical Pearls
How to Approach Integrative Medicine
08/25/2025
Integrative medicine bridges conventional treatments with complementary approaches, offering a holistic, patient-centered strategy for dermatologic care. By combining evidence-based therapies with practical, safe, and innovative methods, clinicians can address unique patient needs while fostering hope and balanced healing.
Peter Lio, MD, FAAD, is a clinical assistant professor of dermatology and pediatrics at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, IL. He is also an emeritus member of the National Eczema Association’s Scientific and Medical Advisory Council.