UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Health

05/05/2025

Are you looking to improve your quality of life after breast cancer treatment? Join the RENEW Study for support!
This UCSF study compares how two personalized, holistic health education programs might help breast cancer survivors feel better. You may be eligible to join if you completed breast cancer treatment within the last 3 years. Learn more at https://tiny.ucsf.edu/GVBYw3

03/20/2025

We are offering a new course, Mindfulness for Healing Chronic Pain, which begins April 2. Learn more and register at
https://osher.ucsf.edu/public-classes/mindfulness-chronic-pain

02/06/2025

Are you interested in adding Ayurvedic medicine to your clinical expertise? Our year-long virtual training program is now accepting applications for the 2025-26 cohort. Learn more at: https://osher.ucsf.edu/ayurveda-training

Our year-long training program in Integrative Ayurvedic Medicine is tailored specifically for healthcare professionals seeking to bring Ayu

09/24/2024

We are now accepting applications from MDs, DOs, NPs, and PA-Cs who are interested in building an integrative health practice. Learn more about this year-long virtual fellowship at https://www.oshercollaborative.org

08/28/2024

Dr. Louise Aronson, author of the NYT Bestseller "Elderhood: Redefining Aging, Transforming Medicine, and Reimagining Life," is leading a 12-week group medical visit series called Age Self Care.

This program empowers older adults of all ages and backgrounds to improve their health, social connections, and home environment so they can age happily and healthily at home.

Insurance accepted, referral required. Series begings in September.

08/27/2024

We have two 8-week courses in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) starting in September. There are a few seats left, so secure your spot while you can!

https://osher.ucsf.edu/public-classes/MBSR

MBSR is an eight-week program that introduces participants to mindful practices to manage physical or mental distress, and maintain health and well-being.

08/26/2024

Our first Osher WISE course begins next week! Register for the full course, "Lifestyle Stratgies to Support Health or Well-being," or sign-up for individual classes. All classes will take place online on Wednesday evenings, 7:00-8:30 p.m. PT, September 4-25.

We have a fantatsic line-up of speakers. Don't miss it!

Learn more at https://osher.ucsf.edu/Osher-WISE

08/14/2024

Join us for our first Osher WISE course: Lifestyle Strategies to Support Health and Well-being.

This four-class series will focus on evidence-based lifestyle strategies that have been shown to decrease the risk of chronic illnesses such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, autoimmune disease, cancer, and Alzheimer’s disease/dementia.

Interested participants can sign up for individual classes or the entire course. Visit osher.ucsf.edu/Osher-WISE to learn more and register.

08/09/2024

We are thrilled to announce the launch of Osher WISE (Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone), a dynamic and enriching public education program designed to provide the latest information on current and compelling integrative health topics.

Formerly known as Osher Mini Medical School for the Public, this new education program will focus on topics related to whole-person health and well-being. Classes are led by integrative health professionals at UCSF and beyond to provide community members with an opportunity to become active, educated participants in their own journey to health and well-being.

Visit our website to learn more: osher.ucsf.edu/Osher-WISE

05/31/2024

We have two virtual Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) courses starting in June. Learn more about the 8-week program that has changed lives and register at:
https://osher.ucsf.edu/public-classes/MBSR

MBSR is an eight-week program that introduces participants to mindful practices to manage physical or mental distress, and maintain health and well-being.

05/21/2024

Authors from UCSF and University of Cincinnati discuss the growing wellness landscape, the "Wellness Industrial Complex," and provide advice for integrative health professionals on how to disseminate evidence-based information
UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Health Osher Center for Integrative Health at the University of Cincinnati

https://liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/jicm.2024.0231

05/01/2024

Join us in celebrating World Laughter Day and the start of Mental Health Awareness Month with a Laughter Yoga class at UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Health! 🎉 Laughter isn't just good for the soul—it's a powerful tool for immediate well-being. Founded by Dr. Madan Kataria, Laughter Yoga offers a unique blend of laughter exercises, deep breathing, and stretching, all designed to boost your mood and connect you with others. Come laugh for no reason and experience the benefits firsthand! 🌟
https://osher.ucsf.edu/public-classes/laughter-yoga