Helleborus orientalis 'Ivory Prince', watercolor and graphite by Susan Gurnutte
Supplements: Are They Seeds or Weeds
Monika Nuffer, Pharm.D., Skaggs School of Pharmacy and the School of Medicine, University of Colorado
Join us in a
discussion around the origins of medicine from botanical sources, the history
of various plant uses and the continued interest in identifying medicinal
properties from botanicals. Dr. Monika Nuffer will provide a brief background
on some of the herbs grown at Denver Botanic Gardens, and answer questions
about common herbal remedies.
Monika Nuffer, Pharm.D. is a clinical
pharmacist with expertise in Integrative Medicine. She provides
individualized consults where she evaluates and explains the safety and
efficacy as well as pros and cons of different herbs and supplements patients
are or are considering using. Taking her patients complete medication
profiles into account, she screens for interactions and duplications and helps
to optimize pharmacotherapy treatment at The Center for Integrative Medicine
(TCFIM). Dr. Nuffer holds faculty appointments at the University of Colorado in
both the Skaggs School of Pharmacy and the School of Medicine.
Wednesday, October 11, 6:30-8 p.m.
Gates Hall