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ABOUT CCIM

CCIM is an educational institution advancing evidence-informed, whole-person approaches to health and well-being. Our interdisciplinary programs support professional growth, critical thinking, and advanced learning while complementing each participant’s existing professional scope.

OUR PROGRAMS

Certificate in Integrative Medicine

Designed exclusively for physicians and other licensed or registered clinicians seeking advanced, evidence-informed education in integrative and whole-person approaches.

Certificate in Culinary Medicine & Nutrition

Explores the connection between food, nutrition, and well-being through practical, evidence-informed culinary education.

Lifestyle Coaching Certificate

Develops foundational coaching skills to support sustainable, health-promoting lifestyle and behaviour changes.

Integrative Health & Wellness Coaching Certificate

Provides comprehensive education in whole-person health and evidence-informed coaching approaches to support individual well-being.

Disclaimer: CCIM programs are intended for education and professional development. They do not independently confer authorization to practice, diagnose, or treat. Licensed or otherwise authorized professionals may apply the education within the scope of practice permitted by their applicable professional and regulatory requirements.

OUR MILESTONES

Establishment and Québec Registration

The Canadian College of Integrative Medicine (CCIM) was established and legally registered in Québec, Canada, with a focus on interdisciplinary education in integrative and whole-person health.

Academic Collaboration with Georgetown University

CCIM initiated an academic collaboration with Georgetown University’s Division of Whole Person Health & Wellness, supporting educational exchange and whole-person health learning.

International Coaching Education

CCIM expanded its health and wellness coaching education through international educational collaboration, including program delivery in collaboration with an ICF-accredited education provider.

International Institutional Identifiers

CCIM obtained institutional identifiers through ROR, ISNI, and Ringgold, strengthening its identification and visibility within international academic and research systems.

NBHWC Approved Training Program

CCIM’s Integrative Health & Wellness Coaching Program received approval from the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) as an Approved Training Program.

Federally Incorporated in Canada

CCIM completed its federal incorporation in Canada, strengthening its organizational foundation and establishing its corporate registration at the national level.

CME Accreditation in Progress

CCIM is currently pursuing Continuing Medical Education (CME) accreditation to support the future delivery of evidence-informed continuing education programs for healthcare professionals.

OUR ACADEMIC TEAM

Alireza Asghari, PhD

Founder & President, CCIM

Alireza holds a PhD in Integrative Medicine and is a Visiting scholar at Georgetown University. He has published extensively in Integrative Health and whole-person health, with a vision to advance whole person approaches through education, research, and innovation.

Tara Scott, MD

Women’s Hormone & Integrative Health

Tara is a board-certified integrative medicine physician with expertise in women’s health, hormonal balance, thyroid health, menopause, and functional medicine. She leads Forum Health Akron and is dedicated to evidence-based, personalized approaches to women’s health and well-being. 

Sam A. Kashani, MD

Sleep Medicine & Preventive Health

Sam is a board-certified Sleep Medicine physician and President of the California Sleep Society. His work focuses on sleep disorders and the important connections between sleep, metabolic health, mental well-being, and preventive health. 

Babak Daneshfard, MD, PhD

Researcher at NRITLD

PhD in Persian medicine with over 60 peer-reviewed publications, a book, a book chapter, and 20+ conference papers. Researcher and specialized physician at the National Research Institute of Tuberculosis and Lung Diseases.

Hakima Amri, PhD

Professor at Georgetown University

Professor at Georgetown University School of Medicine; has led the CAM graduate program since launching it in 2003, and currently directs the Integrative Medicine and Health Science Program at Georgetown.

Bojana Jankovic Weatherly, MD, FACP

Integrative & Functional Medicine

Bojana is double board-certified in Internal and Integrative Medicine, with expertise in gut health, thyroid health, hormonal balance, and metabolic health. Her work combines evidence-based medicine with personalized integrative and functional approaches to whole-person health.

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Integrative Health & Wellness Coaching​

NBHWC Approved Training Program

Applications Now Open
Starts October 15, 2026