A rising tide of evidence suggests that complementary and mind-body therapies may be quietly transforming how we treat gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. With nearly half of GI patients turning to CAM—often without telling their doctors—mainstream gastroenterology is playing catch-up.
From acupuncture and probiotics to hypnotherapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy, interventions once labeled “alternative” are now gaining clinical legitimacy. Doctors like Gerard Mullin and David Hass are leading a shift toward integrative GI care, driven by rising digestive disease rates, patient demand, and surprising clinical results.