Integrative Medicine
An integrative approach to veterinary patient care at the KNU Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital
An Integrative Approach to Veterinary Patient Care
Our clinical trials program operates at the intersection of conventional veterinary medicine and evidence-based clinical nutrition. At the KNU Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH), we advocate for an integrative management strategy that views the patient as a whole.
By combining cutting-edge molecular diagnostics with a "Back to the Basics" philosophy, we move beyond simple symptom management. We focus on restoring systemic balance through personalized nutritional therapy, ensuring that dietary interventions are evaluated with the same clinical rigor as pharmacological treatments.
Active Research Trials: Integrative Disease Management
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) & Metabolic Balance
- › Evaluate phosphorus-restricted diet efficacy across IRIS CKD stages 2–4 to reduce systemic uremic load.
- › Monitor SDMA, creatinine, and UPC ratio as biomarkers for holistic renal health and nutritional response.
- › Compare protein source (plant vs. animal) effects on uremic toxin modulation and gut-kidney axis health.
Oncology & Cancer Cachexia: Supportive Integrative Care
- › Assess muscle mass preservation (MCS) and metabolic stability in tumor-bearing dogs through precision nutrition.
- › Evaluate the role of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA) in modulating inflammatory cytokine profiles and improving quality of life.
- › Develop comprehensive cachexia grading and multimodal nutritional intervention criteria for veterinary oncology.
Food Allergy & Gut Health Restoration
- › Conduct prospective elimination diet trials focusing on immune system stabilization through novel and hydrolyzed proteins.
- › Track gut microbiome shifts and mucosal barrier integrity during dietary elimination and rechallenge phases.
- › Establish breed-specific antigen sensitivity profiles to provide personalized, allergen-free lifestyle recommendations.
Integrative Clinical Guideline Development
Findings from our trials are synthesized into evidence-based guidelines that empower veterinary practitioners to implement integrative, species-specific care.
Integrative CKD Nutrition Guidelines
In preparation
Oncology Supportive Care Protocol
In preparation
Holistic Food Allergy Elimination Guide
Coming soon