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EVIDENCE-BASED HERBAL MEDICINE SAFETY AND EFFICACY SELECTIVE IN FAMILY MEDICINE

FAMMED 911
Course Description

Gain a basic understanding of the pharmacology, mechanism of action, phytochemistry and botany (plant identification) of common plants used for healing in the United States. Analyze herbalpharmaceutical interactions and liver detoxification systems, extremely important skills in the practice of clinical medicine for any specialty. Prepare simple herbal treatments in the Learning Kitchen at the American Center and discuss practical applications in the clinical setting.

Prerequisties
Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

2

Offered

Not Applicable

Grade Point Average
Not Reported

No change from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

No change from Historical

A Rate
Not Reported

No change from Historical

Class Size
10

100% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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