Traditional medicine has been the first doctor of humanity. Research in this field is not just about preserving the past, it’s about unlocking cures for the future."
Adapted from Dr. Margaret Chan, Former WHO Director-General
The world of Traditional Medicine offers a profound and nuanced perspective on health, one that complements modern science in fascinating ways.
UROTEC Wellness Studies & Research Limited is a Training and Research Organisation in the fields of Traditional Medicine, Alternative Medicine, Herbal Remedies and Wellness Therapeutics.
Our task is to document various traditional medicines available in our communities and by research methods to validate their scientific evidence of effectiveness and safety.
Traditional Medicine is essential, not to replace modern medicine but to integrate, validate and optimize traditional knowledge safely and effectively. The [WHO Traditional Medicine Strategy
(2014–2023)](https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789241506096)emphasizes integrating evidence-based traditional medicine into healthcare systems.
Traditional medicine has played and continues to play a crucial role in global healthcare, both historically and in modern times. Traditional Medicine has saved millions of lives through drug discovery and holistic healthcare.
Over 170 countries now recognize traditional medicine in their health systems, per
[WHO benchmarks](https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240035078)."
The future of Traditional Medicine lies in scientific validation, integration with modern medicine and sustainable healthcare solutions. With proper research, traditional medicine has the potential to revolutionize various aspects of healthcare.
Our Aims are:
- To Advance and Promote cutting-edge research in Traditional Medical practices and to integrate evidence-based knowledge with modern healthcare systems
- To Preserve, Modernize and Safeguard indigenous medical knowledge while innovating to meet contemporary health challenges.
- To seek Global Collaboration and Foster partnerships with researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to enhance Traditional Medical acceptance and application worldwide.
- To promote Public Trust and Ensure the reliability, safety, and efficacy of Traditional Medical interventions through rigorous scientific validation.
- To promote Health Equity by improving accessibility to affordable, culturally appropriate healthcare solutions, particularly in underserved communities.
Our Objectives include:
- Research & Development:
- Conduct interdisciplinary studies on traditional medicine efficacy, safety, and mechanisms.
- Develop standardized protocols for Traditional Medical diagnostics, treatments, and products.
- Education & Advocacy:
- Provide training programs for healthcare professionals on integrative Traditional Medical practices.
- Provide a professional diploma and titles for qualified professionals in Traditional Medical Practice. Also, to award honors to deserving persons in Traditional Medicine Industries.
- Raise public awareness through workshops, publications, and digital platforms.
- Policy & Regulation:
- Collaborate with governments and regulatory bodies to establish guidelines for Traditional Medicine integration into national health systems.
- Advocate for ethical sourcing, sustainability and intellectual property rights in traditional medicine.
- Technology & Innovation:
- Leverage AI, biotechnology, and data science to enhance Traditional Medical formulations and delivery systems.
- Create digital repositories of traditional medical knowledge for research and education.
- Community Engagement:
- Work with local healers and communities to document and validate indigenous remedies.
- Implement community-based health initiatives using Traditional Medical approaches.
- Sustainability & Ethics:
- Promote environmentally sustainable practices in herb cultivation and medicinal resource management.
- Ensure ethical research conduct, respecting cultural heritage and informed consent.
Safety and Reliability Research Framework
The core of our Traditional medicine Safety and Reliability validation programme is in conducting evidence-based research which culminates in a PhD awards. Our model is to apply rigorous research methodologies, incorporating modern research techniques to investigate the efficacy and safety of traditional remedies.
UROTEC Wellness Studies and Research Limited will explore various funding models to assist the candidate to commence and conclude his research within a desirable time scope.
Each PhD candidate will be guided by a Thesis Advisory Committee, including a UROTEC supervisor and at least one independent academic from our partner university. It is pertinent to add here that the sources of funding may influence the research supervision processes described above.
Prospective Research Candidates are invited to request for details of our Traditional Medicine Research Programme. The candidate's participation is designed to drive discovery and documentation.
Support Our Mission – Your support could be financial or material. With your help, we can fund research, pay administrative and regulatory costs. Together, we will promote Health Equity by improving accessibility to affordable, safe and culturally appropriate healthcare solution, particularly in underserved communities.
Please contact us to donate, sponsor or provide endowment funds: urotecwellnessstudiesltd@gmail.com
Invitation to Join ISTMPR
The ISTMPR is a Global Wellness Society for the Promotion of Education, Research, Safety and Reliability of Traditional Medicine, also known as Alternative Medicine.
The Services of ISTMPR include the publication of bi-monthly Newsletter, Bi-Annual Journal, Regular Announcements of Conferences and Exhibitions. Membership options include Associates, Regulars and Fellows.
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Invitation to Join ISWP
The International Society for Wellness Psychology (ISWP)
Wellness Psychology is the scientific study and applied practice of fostering optimal human functioning and well-being across the emotional, mental, physical, social, and spiritual dimensions of life. It moves beyond a traditional disease model of psychology - which focuses on diagnosing and treating pathology, instead emphasizes the cultivation of strengths, meaning, and life satisfaction.
ISWP Certifications & Membership
Opportunity to earn the PsyD in Wellness Psychology Degree, Certified Wellness Psychologist and other Wellness Certifications and Awards.
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