Integrative Medicine aims to encourage optimal health and wellbeing. An Integrative Doctor offers more time, more attention and a broader approach to healing. The approach is not based solely on the Western biomedical model but also draws from other alternative models. Typically Integrative Doctors have general training in a variety of alternative health modalities to help them understand and work together with other practitioners. Occasionally they will specialise in a specific alternative modality with advanced training. This enables them to work effectively with other practitioners as an overseeing health guardian to ensure the optimal health and wellbeing of their patients. Patient and practitioners are partners in the healing process. The patient is seen holistically. Factors that influence health, wellness, and disease are taken into consideration, including mind, spirit, and community, as well as the body. Appropriate use of conventional and complementary methods. Effective interventions that are natural and less invasive should be used whenever possible. Integrative medicine utilises evidence-based practice and neither rejects conventional medicine nor accepts alternative therapies uncritically. Prevention of illness is the greatest asset to good health.