Bridging the physician and CAM practitioner communication gap: suggested framework for communication between physicians and CAM practitioners based on a cross professional survey from Israel.

Objective: Our study aimed to develop a framework to improve communication between physicians and CAM practitioners regarding mutual patients.

Methods: Following a modified Delphi process, we developed preliminary recommendations regarding communication between physicians and CAM practitioners. We then surveyed 473 physicians and 781 CAM practitioners regarding their opinions on these recommendations.

Are we doing our best to educate travelers about the risks of acute mountain sickness? An on-site prospective study in the Himalayas.

Background: Acute mountain sickness (AMS) affects almost half of those ascending to heights over 3,000 m. The knowledge and practices concerning AMS have not been adequately studied.

Methods: We conducted a prospective on-site study in the Himalayas.