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Maryland University of Integrative Health and Instituto Salgado de Saúde Integral announce international partnership

Laurel, Md.— Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH) and Instituto Salgado de Saúde Integral (Salgado Institute) announced today that they have signed an international health and wellness partnership agreement.

MUIH and Salgado Institute (Brazil) have entered into this partnership with the shared goal of working across international borders to positively impact the health and wellness of individuals and communities. Plans include collaboration on a variety of initiatives including educational programs, research, and health promotion.

Among the first collaborations was MUIH’s participation in Salgado Institute’s International Congress on Integrative Health Therapies in October 2019 (https://ihtcongress.org). The Congress provided a review of evidence-based integrative approaches to health through a program developed in collaboration with European, North and South American integrative therapy universities, institutes and professional associations. MUIH’s Marlysa Sullivan, associate professor of yoga therapy, presented her work on the role of yoga therapy in pain management. Rebecca Pille, chair of MUIH’s health and wellness coaching department, spoke about the benefits of health and wellness coaching in integrative health practices and settings.

“We are excited to begin a partnership with the Salgado Institute, and we look forward to learning from the unique expertise of Salgado’s scientists, practitioners, and educators. By sharing and combining our perspectives, we hope to enhance health and wellness practices in both North and South America,” says Marc Levin, MUIH’s president and CEO.

“It is truly a blessing to work with such an amazing institution and excellent group of professionals. We consider it a great opportunity for our students and professors to network with peers, learn and teach about integrative health therapies,” says Afonso Salgado, Salgado’s Institute founder and CEO.

About Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH)

Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH) is a leading academic institution focused on the study and practice of integrative health and wellness and one of the few universities in the U.S. dedicated solely to such practices. Deeply rooted in a holistic philosophy, its model for integrative health and wellness is grounded in whole-person, relationship-centered, evidence-informed care.

Since 1974, MUIH has been a values driven community educating practitioners and professionals to become future health and wellness leaders through transformative programs grounded in traditional wisdom and contemporary science. MUIH has more than 20 progressive, graduate degree programs in a wide range of disciplines, offered on-campus and online. In the on-campus Natural Care Center and community outreach settings, MUIH provides compassionate and affordable healthcare from student interns and professional practitioners, which delivers more than 20,000 clinical treatments and consultations each year. For more information visit www.muih.edu.

About Instituto Salgado de Saúde Integral (Salgado Institute)

Instituto Salgado de Saúde Integral (Salgado Institute) is the largest integrative health school in Brazil and is composed by clinicians and researchers in many health-related areas sharing the same view, to promote excellence in knowledge and patient care, evidence-based information, innovative trainings and workshops in Brazil as well as overseas. Salgado Institute is the result of more than 30 years of acquired knowledge and professional expansion engagement of its founders Afonso and Nilma Salgado. For more information, please visit http://integralhealthbrazil.com.

Laurel, MD – Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH) is pleased to announce its new partnership agreement with the Holistic Chamber of Commerce. MUIH and the Holistic Chamber of Commerce have entered into this educational partnership with the shared goals of promoting holistic and natural health and wellness approaches. MUIH will support the Chamber’s 1,500 members and seventy chapters throughout North America, including three chapters in Maryland, through on-campus and online continuing education courses and programs.

“MUIH is the perfect partner for the Holistic Chamber of Commerce,” says Camille Leon, Founder and CEO of the Holistic Chamber of Commerce. “We have a large number of professionals seeking continuing education and the quality coursework and instructors here provide what our members need. As we come together in partnerships like this, we raise the standard of integrity and professionalism we bring to the work we do. I see association with MUIH as a natural partnership for our vibrant and growing holistic business community.” With over 9 years’ experience guiding the Holistic Chamber of Commerce, Ms. Leon brings a clear vision of growth and expansion in support of HCC members and the communities we live in.

Beth Romanski, Director of Professional and Continuing Education at MUIH, adds, “We are delighted to collaborate with the Holistic Chamber of Commerce and provide our Professional and Continuing Education offerings. It’s our mission as an institution to support the personal and professional endeavors of holistic health providers by providing high-quality educational opportunities to advance their credentials and add value to their practice. It’s an exciting time to be engaged in the field of complementary and integrative health as leaders in the wellness revolution and there is always more to learn!”

About Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH)

Maryland University of Integrative Health is a leading academic institution focused on the study and practice of integrative health and wellness and one of the few universities in the U.S. dedicated solely to such practices. Deeply rooted in a holistic philosophy, its model for integrative health and wellness is grounded in whole-person, relationship-centered, evidence-informed care.

Since 1974, MUIH has been a values-driven community educating practitioners to become future health and wellness leaders through transformative programs grounded in traditional wisdom and contemporary science. MUIH has more than 20 progressive, graduate degree programs in a wide range of disciplines, offered on-campus and online. In the on-campus Natural Care Center and community outreach settings, MUIH provides compassionate and affordable healthcare from student interns and professional practitioners, which delivers more than 20,000 clinical treatments and consultations each year. For more information visit www.muih.edu.

About Holistic Chamber of Commerce

The Holistic Chamber of Commerce is an international organization which serves as a bridge bringing consumers together with high-quality holistic, natural and eco-friendly options for health and wellness, lifestyle and business. For more information on the Holistic Chamber of Commerce or to find a Member near you, visit https://HolisticChamberOfCommerce.com.

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