Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute

09/05/2025

Don't miss two new Tai Chi classes with Shin Lin, PhD!

💙Sept. 16-Oct. 21, 2025: Tuesdays
💙Beginners: 4:30-5:30 p.m.
💙Intermediates: 5:40-6:40 p.m.

Participants of the beginner class are invited to attend the intermediate class for free, and vice versa!

👉Register here: https://ssihi.uci.edu/community-programs/classes/listing/tai-chi/

Join Dr. Lin in an in-depth teaching of Tai Chi focused on strengthening muscles, tendons and bones; improving cardiovascular, respiratory and immune functions; enhancing mood, sleep, memory, cognition and brain connectivity; and relieving stress, pain and inflammation.

09/03/2025

Do you want to empower your clients to make lasting lifestyle changes? Join our free webinar and learn about becoming a Health & Wellness Coach through our Academic Integrative Medicine (AIM) Health & Wellness Coaching Certificate Program.

The AIM-HWC program is a six-month virtual certification program that trains professionals in integrative health coaching strategies for clients from diverse backgrounds. Based at the UC Irvine Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute, this program promotes innovation, academic rigor, collaboration, and cultural sensitivity.

Meet director Theresa Nutt, MA, BSN, HNB-BC, NBC-HWC during this Q&A info session. Application fees are waived for participants.

With a special focus on supporting those with mental health conditions (depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, mood disorders, etc.), students learn ways to recognize these conditions, communication techniques to address them, and whole-person approaches to support clients.

Graduates are eligible to apply for the HWC Certifying Examination to become a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC).

🔗Learn more and see application details here: http://ssihi.uci.edu/aimhwc

08/29/2025

Have you registered for our 2026 Nutrition & Supplementation in Clinical Care (NSCC) conference yet? Be sure to take advantage of discounted registration before prices increase on Sept. 1!

2026 Nutrition & Supplementation in Clinical Care
✅When: January 29–February 1, 2026
✅Where: Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa, Carlsbad, CA
✅Registration: http://ssihi.uci.edu/nscc2026
✅In-person and virtual options available

Nutrition and supplementation are increasingly central to patient care — and the evidence continues to grow. With over $50 billion spent annually on dietary supplements in the U.S. alone, patients are seeking guidance they can trust. NSCC connects you with top experts in integrative and functional medicine to help you stay ahead — translating emerging research into real-world clinical strategies.

What to Expect:
✅Cutting-edge research on nutrition and supplementation
✅Clinically relevant, evidence-informed sessions
✅Full-day hands-on workshops
✅New content on AI and wearables in nutrition, integrative oncology, menopause, mitochondrial dysfunction, thyroid disorders, and more
✅This event provides AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.

Whether you're an experienced clinician or just beginning to incorporate nutrition and supplementation into your practice, you'll gain the tools, frameworks, and up-to-date knowledge needed to make informed, personalized recommendations that improve patient outcomes.

08/25/2025

Struggling with climate anxiety or feeling unsure how to contribute meaningfully amid environmental change? Our unique new course "Mindful Sustainability" offers a powerful, experiential approach to transforming concern into purposeful action.

Based on the Inner Green Deal’s “Mindfulness-Based Sustainable Transformation” framework, this six-week online workshop blends mindfulness, systems thinking, and collaboration to help you:
✅ Build emotional resilience
✅ Clarify your personal contribution
✅ Engage with complex sustainability challenges
✅ Design a practical, values-driven action plan for a sustainable future

Each week, you'll deepen your connection to self, others, and the natural world — emerging with renewed clarity and tools to make a difference.

🗓️ Starts September 27, 2025
🔗 Register now to take part in this timely and transformative journey: https://ssihi.uci.edu/class/mindful-sustainability-sept-27-nov-1-2025/

08/22/2025

Do you want to empower your clients to make lasting lifestyle changes? Consider becoming a Health & Wellness Coach! Our Academic Integrative Medicine (AIM) Health & Wellness Coaching Certificate Program is a six-month virtual certification program that trains professionals in integrative health coaching strategies for clients from diverse backgrounds. Based at the UC Irvine Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute, this program promotes innovation, academic rigor, collaboration, and cultural sensitivity.

With a special focus on supporting those with mental health conditions (depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, mood disorders, etc.), students learn ways to recognize these conditions, communication techniques to address them, and whole-person approaches to support clients.

Graduates are eligible to apply for the HWC Certifying Examination to become a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC).

Learn more and apply by December 20, 2025: https://ssihi.uci.edu/education/continuing-integrative-health-education/aim-health-wellness-coaching-certificate-program/

08/20/2025

What does the future of integrative cancer care look like at UCI Health? Dr. Gary Deng spoke to Becker's Hospital Review about his bold vision for merging conventional oncology and supportive, whole-person medicine.

We were proud to welcome Dr. Deng as our director of clinical affairs in June. He is also serving as director of the Integrative Oncology program at the UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, in partnership with the Samueli Institute.

"Cancer cells do not live in isolation. Cancer needs to be treated at an organism, molecular and cellular level. I am very excited about the prospect that, with more study, we can define and delineate these factors to develop models that enhance whole-person cancer care. Potential implementation of these models can minimize costs while maximizing use in a clinical setting," Dr. Deng said.

Read the full Q&A here: https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/oncology/integrative-oncology-enters-the-equation-meet-uci-healths-new-cancer-leader/

In June, Orange, Calif.-based UCI Health tapped Gary Deng, MD, PhD, as director of the Integrative Oncology program at the UCI Health Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, in partnership with the Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute. Dr. Deng was also tapped to serve as associate director o...

08/18/2025

Our founding executive director, Dr. Shaista Malik, will deliver the keynote presentation at the Octane Medical Innovation Forum, taking place October 28-29, 2025, in Irvine.

As a leading preventive cardiologist and integrative medicine expert, Dr. Malik will speak on the science of longevity through a whole-person lens — connecting heart health, brain resilience, and emotional well-being. Drawing on cutting-edge research in biomarkers, physiologic modeling, and lifestyle medicine, she will discuss how everyday choices can shape both lifespan and healthspan.

From slowing cellular aging to enhancing the body’s natural capacity for repair, Dr. Malik will focus on practical, science-backed strategies for thriving at every stage of life and share insights on the future of longevity medicine.

Register to attend the Medical Innovation Forum, where industry experts, entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders will share the latest insights and trends in the medical industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from keynote speakers, attend panel discussions, and learn about new technologies and business models.

🔗: https://www.octane-oc.org/event/omif/summary

08/11/2025

Do you have a cardiovascular condition and want to connect with others facing the same thing? Our Integrative Cardiology group medical visit program, in partnership with UCI Health, offers you clinical and peer support for your journey to optimal health, along with access to integrative treatment modalities that foster improved cardiac health.❤️

The program is for individuals with a cardiovascular condition such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol or coronary artery disease, who share a commitment to making lifestyle changes for more vibrant health. Participants will gain insights and experiences in food and nutrition, health coaching, acupuncture, Tai Chi, mindfulness, and naturopathic medicine approaches such as advanced cardiovascular lab work, herbs, and recommended supplements that are safe and supported by science.

Our next session of weekly visits begins mid-September.

👉Visit our website for more information on participation and eligibility: https://ssihi.uci.edu/patient-care/treatments-services/group-visits/integrative-cardiology-medical-group-visit/

Or call us at 949-824-7000 to schedule your first appointment.

08/08/2025

Sound on! The bumble bees are out working this morning in our herb garden. Can you hear them buzzing?

Try to take a mindful moment in nature today. Close your eyes, and take a few deep breaths. What sounds do you hear that you haven’t noticed before?

🐝

07/31/2025

Cultivating mindfulness is a powerful way to help improve your mental well-being. Robert McCarron, DO, DFAPA, FAIH, the director of education at the Samueli Institute and a professor in the department of psychiatry and human behavior, spoke to U.S. News & World Report about how mindfulness can help center you in the present moment – and divert your attention away from any anxieties that may be trying to occupy your mind.

Practicing mindfulness can help participants develop:
✅Non-judgmental attitude
✅Patience
✅Beginner’s mind
✅Trust
✅Non-striving attitude
✅Acceptance
✅Non-attachment

Read the full article here: https://health.usnews.com/wellness/articles/daily-habits-to-boost-your-mental-health

And if you'd like some guidance in your mindfulness journey, join one of our upcoming mindfulness classes, where you'll learn to increase your focus on the present by cultivating moment-to-moment awareness. See our classes here: https://ssihi.uci.edu/community-programs/classes/listing/mindfulness-program/

07/24/2025

Struggling with climate anxiety or feeling unsure how to contribute meaningfully amid environmental change? Our unique new course "Mindful Sustainability" offers a powerful, experiential approach to transforming concern into purposeful action.

Based on the Inner Green Deal’s “Mindfulness-Based Sustainable Transformation” framework, this six-week online workshop blends mindfulness, systems thinking, and collaboration to help you:
✅ Build emotional resilience
✅ Clarify your personal contribution
✅ Engage with complex sustainability challenges
✅ Design a practical, values-driven action plan for a sustainable future

Each week, you'll deepen your connection to self, others, and the natural world — emerging with renewed clarity and tools to make a difference.

🗓 Starts September 27, 2025
🔗 Register now to take part in this timely and transformative journey: https://ssihi.uci.edu/class/mindful-sustainability-sept-27-nov-1-2025/

07/18/2025

Registration is now open for the 2026 Nutrition & Supplementation in Clinical Care (NSCC) conference, hosted by UC Irvine’s Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute.

2026 Nutrition & Supplementation in Clinical Care
✅When: January 29–February 1, 2026
✅Where: Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa, Carlsbad, CA
✅Registration: http://ssihi.uci.edu/nscc2026
✅In-person and virtual options available

Nutrition and supplementation are increasingly central to patient care — and the evidence continues to grow. With over $50 billion spent annually on dietary supplements in the U.S. alone, patients are seeking guidance they can trust. NSCC connects you with top experts in integrative and functional medicine to help you stay ahead — translating emerging research into real-world clinical strategies.

What to Expect:
✅Cutting-edge research on nutrition and supplementation
✅Clinically relevant, evidence-informed sessions
✅Full-day hands-on workshops
✅New content on AI and wearables in nutrition, integrative oncology, menopause, mitochondrial dysfunction, thyroid disorders, and more
✅This event provides AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.

Whether you're an experienced clinician or just beginning to incorporate nutrition and supplementation into your practice, you'll gain the tools, frameworks, and up-to-date knowledge needed to make informed, personalized recommendations that improve patient outcomes.