Research
The mission of the Research Department is to enhance evidence-based healthcare through innovative design, evaluation and dissemination of research on acupuncture, herbal medicine and other East Asian therapies. Our researchers and faculty members collaborate with colleagues at complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and conventional medicinal institutions, both locally and nationally, on research, education and clinical care.
Founded in 1999 by Dr. Richard Hammerschlag, the department has collaborated on clinical research projects with leading health education and research institutions including Oregon Health & Science University, the University of Arizona, Legacy Health System, Portland State University and Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research. These projects have been funded by grants from foundations and from the National Institutes of Health/National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine.
Founded in 1999 by Dr. Richard Hammerschlag, the department has collaborated on clinical research projects with leading health education and research institutions including Oregon Health & Science University, the University of Arizona, Legacy Health System, Portland State University and Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research. These projects have been funded by grants from foundations and from the National Institutes of Health/National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine.
Most recently, the department was awarded a four-year NIH/NCCAM grant (APREE) to enhance research literacy and research appreciation in academic and clinical training.
Research at Oregon College of Oriental Medicine is facilitated by the Clinic Research Review Committee and the Institutional Review Board.