The achievements and vision of the European congress of integrative medicine ECIM 2018

Abstract

The aim of the congress is to promote health and develop integrated and sustainable treatment for acute and chronic diseases. Health is not just the absence of disease; it is a state of physical, mental, emotional spiritual and social wellbeing. The only way to achieve this strategy is to move the boundaries of the existing field of medicine to - wards including the wisdom inherent in healing the whole person – mind, body and spirit. This can be done only through Integrative medicine that makes use of all appropriate therapeutic approaches, healthcare professionals and disciplines to achieve optimal health and healing and where the patient is the centre of all activities. The participants of ECIM 2018 will recognize the importance of defining the mission and vision of ap - plying the experience, expertise and valuable methods of Integrative Medicine in order to improve the health of patients around the Europe. The congress will contribute to improving the quality of medical care by preserving and advancing the principles and practices of integrative healthcare within academic institutions, health service, govern - ments and other relevant regulatory institutions worldwide Europe. The program of ECIM 2018 will allow participants to understand the value and integrate into their clin - ical practice the time-proven methods of Integrative medicine. This is particularly important because the European aging population requires an integrated approach to effectively treat their many chronic diseases and to improve their quality of life. The plan is to achieve this goal by establishing coordinated educational and training efforts. The goal is to engage the finest international experts in the field of Integrative medicine and to task them with developing the best training and educational materials. These experts on the ECIM 2018 will work in a collaborative manner. They will adhere to the highest ethical standards and work steadfast to bring this mission to fruition. Also, they will respect any region - al, cultural and ethnic differences.