Many commonly asked questions on complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) are addressed on our website. The most frequent questions and answers are listed below.

Please note that the Rosenthal Center has now closed and we can no longer provide information for inquirers. Research projects have been moved to other facilities. We simply provide impartial information resources on this archived web site to aid you in your own research. See our Disclaimer.

1.	Q:	How can I find a qualified complementary or alternative medicine (CAM) practitioner?
	A:	We cannot recommend or refer you to any specific practitioners. The most useful way to find a trained practitioner is to contact the relevant professional associations; some of them have a listing of members that you can search by locality or specialty. We provide a listing from MedBioWorld of professional organizations. See also the web sites listed under How to Choose a Practitioner.
2.	Q:	I would like information on alternative and complementary therapies for cancer/ or for a specific type of cancer.
	A:	See our cancer resources on the CASCEI site (Carol Ann Schwartz Cancer Education Initiative). Click on Cancer Information Center for a series of Information Sheets on Cancer.
3.	Q:	I am seeking information on alternative therapies for a specific health issue.
	A:	All of our information resources are on the web site. See, Women's Health resources and Aging resources. Our General Resources and Internet Resources Grid cover additional specific health issues.
4.	Q:	Does the R&H Rosenthal treat patients?
	A:	No, the R&H Rosenthal Center has never treated patients. See question 1. on finding a qualified practitioner.
5.	Q:	Can I participate in clinical trials?
	A:	No, there are no longer any ongoing clinical trials at the center. You can find information on current clinical trials from our Directory of Databases.
6.	Q:	Are there herbal alternatives to taking drugs for particular health problems?
	A:	We cannot recommend herbal alternatives or refer you to any specific herbalists. We do have an extensive listing of herbal or botanical medicine resources. We also recommend the HerbMed database for scientific information on herbs and their medicinal applications.
7.	Q:	Where can I find education and training programs, schools, or career advice in alternative medicine?
	A:	We recommend that you consult the appropriate professional organization, using this listing from MedBioWorld. You can also refer to our CAM Medical Courses, Training and Research, that includes courses for MDs, and CME training courses.
8.	Q:	I'm a practitioner or studying to become one. How can I learn about licensure?
	A:	You need to consult the appropriate professional organization. This listing is from MedBioWorld. The University of Pittsburg also has helpful resources on licensure.
9.	Q:	Do you provide funding for alternative or integrative medicine treatment?
	A:	The Center has now closed and does not provide funding for treatment.
10.	Q:	Do you offer scholarships or funding for education or graduate research in complementary and alternative medicine?
	A:	No, the Center has closed and no longer runs a Fellowship Program. For information on fellowship programs - see CAM Medical Courses, Training and Research.
11.	Q:	Do you have information on insurance for complementary/alternative medicine treatment?
	A:	Health insurance companies are starting to offer coverage for certain alternative treatments, but this can vary by region. You will have to make individual inquiries with the company or with the practitioner of your choice.
12.	Q:	Where can I find calendars of complementary/alternative medicine conferences and events or post my own event?
	A:	The Center does not maintain a calendar of events.
13.	Q:	I am doing research on CAM for an article or term paper and need figures, data or statistics.
	A:	We sympathize. It can be difficult to find current information on CAM. Unfortunately, we can no longer provide information other than on our web site Information section.
14.	Q:	Do you have information on industry or marketing aspects of alternative medicine or supplement products?
	A:	We provide impartial information and research resources on CAM. We do not systematically track the natural products and supplements industry or market trends.
15.	Q:	I have a device, treatment, cure, or therapeutic system. Can you help me to test, research, or develop it?
	A:	No, we cannot help you. We suggest you contact the National Institutes of Health, National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) or for cancer issues, the Office for Cancer Complementary and Alternative Medicine (OCCAM).