It's an Honor

In this episode, Dr. Pollard speaks with Dr. Stephen Dahmer—Director of the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona—about the role of curiosity, global experience, and interdisciplinary thinking in shaping modern healthcare. Dr. Dahmer reflects on his journey from medical school to integrative medicine, including formative experiences as a medical interpreter and time spent living in Brazil. Throughout the conversation, he explores the principles of integrative medicine, emphasizing whole-person care, prevention, patient partnership, and the importance of understanding the cultural and personal context behind every patient’s health. 
 
Dr. Dahmer is a physician, researcher, and educator dedicated to advancing evidence-based integrative medicine. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and fellowship-trained at the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine, he is triple board-certified in Family, Integrative, and Lifestyle Medicine. His career has included academic and clinical roles at institutions such as Mount Sinai School of Medicine, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and the University of Arizona, and his work continues to shape new approaches to compassionate, patient-centered care. 

What is It's an Honor?

Welcome to It’s an Honor, a podcast from the W.A. Franke Honors College. It’s an Honor invites listeners into nuanced conversations that embrace the complexity of the world we inhabit. By examining the areas where ideas rub against each other, guests will engage in bold discussion that fosters understanding, empathy, and growth. Exploring different perspectives enhances our own—it's an honor for us to learn from one another. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the W.A. Franke Honors College.