Welcome to the International Federation of Anthroposophic Medical Associations (IVAA)

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Anthroposophic training expands conventional medical understanding by integrating physical, social and spiritual dimensions of health. Anthroposophic physicians address these elements in their practices, treating the whole individual. IVAA's member organisations can help identify an anthroposophic doctor or care centre near you.

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For policy makers

There is increasing demand for complementary medicine to be integrated into health systems. The World Health Organization has acknowledged its potential contribution to health outcomes, and promotes its safe and effective use. To learn more about policies that can facilitate uptake of these therapeutic tools, click below.

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For physicians

Anthroposophic Medicine complements conventional medicine by stimulating the body's self-healing and regenerative capacity. There is increasing clinical evidence of the efficacy of various anthroposophic therapeutic approaches to treating different forms of disease. Click below to access the latest research.

Therapeutic Approach

Anthroposophic medicine integrates conventional medicine with a holistic concept of health that views a patient's biography, lifestyle, and psychological and spiritual well-being as factors in the development of a pathological condition.

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Antimicrobial Resistance

Physicians practicing anthroposophic and other complementary therapies have been shown to effectively reduce the unnecessary prescription of antimicrobials that can lead to antimicrobial resistance, which has become a major public health crisis.

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Cancer Treatment

Anthroposophic medicines – notably mistletoe extracts – can be used as complements for cancer treatment to improve patient outcomes, including by reducing fatigue and pain and increasing patient capacity to tolerate treatment.

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Blog

Commentary and thoughts on the latest issues in anthroposophic and integrative medicine from the IVAA.

Further resources

Scientific research, background documents, and points of contact to find anthroposophic physicians or hospitals are added here.

About IVAA

Learn more about the IVAA's history, mission and key activities, as well as about our member anthroposophic associations.

Updates, events and other information from IVAA

Press Releases 26/10/2020

Primary care facilities using integrative medical approaches have lower antibiotic prescribing rates, which could be useful to fight antimicrobial resistance

Research 16/03/2018

Study shows anthroposophic treatment strategy for rheumatoid arthritis as effective in reducing symptoms as conventional care

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26 October 2020: Online Symposium – Teaming Up Against Cancer

The Contribution of Integrative Oncology. Best practices from Baden-Württemberg.

The International Federation of Anthroposophic Medical Associations promotes the availability and integration of Anthroposophic Medicine in health care systems to improve health outcomes.

Anthroposophic medical approaches can improve health outcomes, but must be more widely available to maximise their impact.

The WHO has recognised the potential of complementary medicine, and citizens increasingly want it to be integrated into health systems. What do policy makers need to know?

Welcome to the International Federation of Anthroposophic Medical Associations (IVAA)

Looking for a doctor?

For policy makers

For physicians

A holistic, integrative model for patient care

Therapeutic Approach

Antimicrobial Resistance

Cancer Treatment

Blog

Further resources

About IVAA

The latests news

Updates, events and other information from IVAA

IVAA Symposium “Teaming Up Against Cancer” calls for Integrative Oncology to be part of Europe's Beating Cancer Plan.

IVAA calls for better access to Anthroposophic Medicinal Products across Europe

Anthroposophic hospital successfully treats child pneumonia with only one third the antibiotic use of other hospitals

Freiburg University studies effect of anthroposophic Eurythmy Therapy and Tai Chi on the risk of falling in the elderly

Anthroposophic Medicine Statement on Vaccination

Adding mistletoe treatment to chemotherapy prolongs lives in lung cancer

Anthroposophic treatments in Swiss children’s hospital improved care without increasing cost

Mourning the passing of Dr Peter Fisher, a leader in integrative medicine

IVAA response to “Le Monde diplomatique” article on anthroposophy

IVAA Welcomes New Secretary General Elisa Baldini, Launches new Website

Primary care facilities using integrative medical approaches have lower antibiotic prescribing rates, which could be useful to fight antimicrobial resistance

Study shows anthroposophic treatment strategy for rheumatoid arthritis as effective in reducing symptoms as conventional care

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26 October 2020: Online Symposium – Teaming Up Against Cancer

The Contribution of Integrative Oncology. Best practices from Baden-Württemberg.

The International Federation of Anthroposophic Medical Associations promotes the availability and integration of Anthroposophic Medicine in health care systems to improve health outcomes.

Anthroposophic medical approaches can improve health outcomes, but must be more widely available to maximise their impact.

The WHO has recognised the potential of complementary medicine, and citizens increasingly want it to be integrated into health systems. What do policy makers need to know?

Welcome to the International Federation of Anthroposophic Medical Associations (IVAA)

Looking for a doctor?

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Therapeutic Approach

Antimicrobial Resistance

Cancer Treatment

Blog

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About IVAA

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