Experts Available to Discuss Alternative, Complementary Medicine Programs Increasing in Mainstream Medical Schools.

TOPIC: The Association of American Medical Colleges reports more than 95 of the 125 medical schools in the United States require course work in complementary and alternative medicine, according to an article by The Associated Press. A 2002 government study shows more than one-third of American adults have tried therapies outside of traditional medicine, including yoga, meditation and herbs. While some of the traditional medical schools are developing their own programs to focus on complementary and alternative medicine, others have decided to work with reputable organizations that are already established in fields such as acupuncture and herbal therapies.

EXPERTS: ExpertSource can offer several highly qualified experts to comment on this story:

Dr. Jeremy Appleton, licensed naturopathic physician and Cardinal Nutrition's director of scientific affairs, coordinates the firm's sponsored clinical research activities. He is a writer and educator in the field of evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and co-authored "MSM: The Definitive Guide," (Freedom Press, 2003) with Dr. Stanley W. Jacob, M.D. He has published more than 100 articles on CAM topics for various journals and newswire services. Dr. Appleton currently serves on the Naturopathic Physicians Licensing Examination (NPLEX) Central Exam Committee. He is a member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) and lectures internationally on topics in clinical nutrition and botanical medicine.

Dr. Herb Joiner-Bey, of HJB Enterprises, is a consultant to numerous manufacturers, distributors and retailers in the natural foods industry. Dr. Joiner-Bey's primary emphasis is in the practice of modern, scientifically verified natural medicine. He authored "Water: The Most Basic Nutrient and Therapeutic Agent," Textbook of Natural Medicine (Harcourt, 2003). He co-authored, "Clinician's Handbook of Natural Medicine," (Harcourt, 2002). Dr. Joiner-Bey has written numerous magazine articles for professionals and the public concerning the latest scientific research in this field.

James Nicolai, of St. Francis Hospital and Health Centers is a writer, lecturer, and consultant on medical education, integrative medicine, and combining conventional and alternative medicine into healthcare systems.

ExpertSource cannot guarantee the immediate availability of these experts or their familiarity with this specific issue.

Journalists seeking to interview any of these experts can obtain contact information by visiting http://www.businesswire.com/.

ExpertSource provides academic and industry experts to the media at no charge. Journalists are encouraged to submit queries to ExpertSource when seeking experts on specific subjects. An online registration form is available at the above web address.