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You can make a difference to the health of others by supporting NIIM’s life-saving research

NIIM’s research vision sets the scene for a paradigm shift in Australian healthcare with a focus on complementary, nutritional, lifestyle and environmental medicine and technologies to address the causes of chronic diseases in our community. 

NIIM aims to prevent disease, empower people about their health options, and foster wellbeing. Working with a network of local and international partners, NIIM leads original research in high-impact areas such as cancer, heart health, cognition, chronic diseases and mind-body medicine – all through a distinct integrative health lens. 

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Our Mission 

To Empower People and Transform Healthcare 

Our Impact

  • 10,000+ people each year benefit from NIIM’s healthcare services, education and research. 
  • More than 15 major research studies conducted into complementary medicines and emerging treatments. 
  • 40 publications in peer-reviewed journals and over 80 conference presentations. 
  • 5,000+ research participants have trialled potentially life-changing therapies for several chronic health issues.
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Double your impact with matched donations 

Every donation towards NIIM’s fundraising target will be matched by a generous donor, who like you shares the vision for a healthier future for Australians.  

Your gift of $50 becomes $100 

 

Your gift of $250 becomes $500 

 

Your gift of $500 becomes $1000 

 

Every donation doubled. Donations are tax-deductible. 

“Like you, I have a life-long interest in health and the happiness it brings. Integrative Medicine has so much to offer… I have committed to match and so double your generous donations.”

Radek Sali, NIIM Board Member

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NIIM Research Studies 

Your support of NIIM’s innovative Research Studies can assist us to fast-track potentially life-saving treatments.  

Our goal is to deliver long-term evidence-based health benefits which support individuals to lead healthy, productive and meaningful lives, and reduce the burden of disease for all Australians.  

Research is vital to achieving such healthcare impact. Already, NIIM leads the way in Australia in Integrative Medicine both in practice and in independent world-leading research. NIIM’s research scope is uniquely broad and holistic. It provides insights into improved health outcomes in domains including nutrition, exercise, mental health, supplements and lifestyle. This is a distinctive positioning in health research that focuses on why an illness develops, prevention, health literacy and empowerment.  

With visionary research investment to address chronic conditions and promote healthy ageing – you can help change the future for all Australians. 

For a limited time, your gift will be matched by a generous member of the NIIM Board, to double your impact. 

Read more about our leading research studies.

“NIIM is constantly at the forefront, leading the way in Australia in Integrative Medicine both in our practice and in our world-leading research.” – Professor Avni Sali AM 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Integrative Medicine?

The emerging field of Integrative Medicine considers the complexity of the “whole person”. It combines the best of conventional medicine with evidence-based complementary therapies. Looking at the cause of an illness, not only its diagnosis and treatment, leads to deeper understanding for a more balanced response to a person’s health. Lifestyle, nutrition and non-pharmaceutical therapies add to the suite of healing options. The goal is not only to prevent and treat illness, but to promote wellbeing – and find safe, healthy solutions that last. 

“The practice of Integrative Medicine refers to the blending of conventional and evidence-based natural and complementary medicines and/or therapies with lifestyle interventions to deliver holistic, patient-centred care.” – Royal Australian College of General Practitioners

When was the National Institute of Integrative Medicine (NIIM) founded?

National Institute of Integrative Medicine (NIIM) was founded as a charity in 2005 by Australia’s “father of integrative medicine”, Professor Avni Sali AM, and visionary supporters. This was in response to the need for evidence-based complementary medicines and better therapy solutions, with a genuine focus on people not profit. Today, NIIM is recognised as a national leader and pioneer in the innovative field of integrative medicine.

What research does NIIM do?

Working with a network of local and international partners, NIIM leads original research in high-impact areas such as cancer, heart health, cognition, chronic diseases and mind-body medicine – all through a distinct holistic health lens. Heading up NIIM’s research team is Professor Sali alongside the Director of Research, Associate Professor Dr Karin Ried.

Are donations tax-deductible?

Yes, donations of $2 or more are tax deductible. The National Institute of Integrative Medicine Ltd ABN 15 095 139 209 is a DGR (deductible gift recipient) endorsed registered charity. All donations will be doubled. You can donate here.

What else does NIIM do?

The National Institute of Integrative Medicine aims to prevent disease, empower people about their health options, and foster wellbeing. The Institute’s dedicated team of researchers and clinicians provide holistic healthcare services, education and research. 

NIIM’s Melbourne-based clinic is Australia’s largest integrative medicine clinic. It brings together multi-disciplinary health professionals to treat, manage and prevent many conditions, especially chronic diseases. More than 5,000 research participants have trialled potentially life-changing therapies for several chronic health issues.