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How I Chose Integrative Care for My Cancer Journey

Posted on May 30, 2026 by David Harder Written by Jenny Bradley, MA, CHCC, CNE With my chest still burning from the biopsy a few days prior, the phone ringing stopped me in ...

Navigating the Journey of Cancer: From Surviving to Thriving

Posted on May 29, 2026 by David Harder Cancer is a word that carries weight. It can bring fear, uncertainty, anger, and grief all at once. It confronts us with our mortality ...

Smashed Egg & Sardine Salad 

Posted on May 8, 2026 by David Harder Serves 2 | Takes only 15 minutes!  A creamy, briny salad packed with choline, omega-3s, and vitamin D — brain-nourishing ...

Building Strength: Caring for Your Bones After Cancer

Posted on May 8, 2026 by David Harder Written by Stacy Dunn, ND, LAc, FABNO, FABORM Taking care of your bones matters at every stage of life.  But it becomes especially ...

Mental Health Starts With the Whole Person

Posted on May 6, 2026 by David Harder Written by Drew Rose, DO It is no secret that mental health in the United States is suffering. According to the CDC, 90% of Americans ...

Riordan Clinic Names Drew Rose, DO, as Chief Medical Officer

Posted on March 31, 2026 by David Harder Wichita, Kansas (March 25, 2026) — Riordan Clinic, a nonprofit organization and leader in functional and integrative medicine, ...

Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine

Posted on February 10, 2026 by David Harder A New Chapter in Riordan Clinic’s Integrative Approach We’re excited to introduce Drew Rose, DO, and the addition of ...

Riordan Clinic Welcomes Dr. Cynthia Aks

Posted on January 2, 2026 by David Harder Update (February 25, 2026): Dr. Cynthia Aks is no longer with Riordan Clinic. Dr. Cynthia Aks joined Riordan Clinic in December 2025 as ...

Cancer Care Reimagined

Posted on December 5, 2025 by David Harder Highlights from the 25th International Conference on Human Functioning In November, the Riordan Clinic hosted the 25th International ...

Beyond the Revolution: Riordan Clinic’s Vision for Integrative Medicine

Posted on December 5, 2025 by David Harder The conference room buzzed as physicians and providers from Japan, Algeria, India, China, and other countries gathered at Riordan ...

Fifty Years of Pioneering: The Riordan Clinic Story

Posted on November 3, 2025 by David Harder In the early 1970s, while most of American medicine was doubling down on rigid protocols and one-size-fits-all treatments, Dr. Hugh ...

The Connection Between Stress and Breast Cancer

Posted on October 2, 2025 by David Harder By Kirsten West, ND, LAc, FABNO Stress is a universal experience. Not all stress is harmful, but identifying effective strategies for ...

Beyond the Cure: The Emotional Impact of Breast Cancer Survivorship

Posted on October 2, 2025 by David Harder Stacy Dunn, ND, LAc, FABNO, FABORM One of the most overlooked aspects of the breast cancer journey is what happens after treatment ...

Riordan Clinic Welcomes Dr. Drew Rose

Posted on August 28, 2025 by David Harder “I have always been fascinated by science, specifically how the body works.” Riordan Clinic is proud to announce the addition of Dr. ...

Jake Ackland, RN, BSN, Named Director of Clinical Services

Posted on August 28, 2025 by David Harder “It’s a privilege to be part of a team so deeply committed to its patients.” We are thrilled to announce that Jake Ackland, RN, ...

The Power of Prevention: Nutrient Testing Benefits for Both Patients and Caregivers

Posted on August 28, 2025 by David Harder By Dr. Michelle Niesley, ND, MS, FABNO, Chief Executive Officer, and Karen Moore, MLT (CSMLS), Bio-Center Laboratory Manager In an era ...

Every Good Doctor Must Represent the Patient

Posted on January 26, 2012 by David Harder As part of their recent OMNS critique of the practice of "evidence-based" medicine (EBM), researchers Steve Hickey and Hilary Roberts ...

In Gratitude …

Posted on January 24, 2012 by David Harder As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on many to make our vision a reality. So many come together to provide our patients with a ...

Bio-Center Laboratory—HCG Rx+ Blood Test

Posted on January 19, 2012 by David Harder Before beginning your HCG Rx+ weight loss journey, several laboratory tests are performed by the Bio-Center Laboratory, our onsite lab. ...

Riordan Clinic Research Institute

Posted on January 17, 2012 by David Harder Over two thirds of Americans are overweight due to calorie rich foods and low physical activity. Obesity is associated with diseases ...

Patient Profile

Posted on January 10, 2012 by David Harder In March of 2011, a patient came to us seeking alternative treatment options due to his inability to lose weight with therapies that ...

The HCG Rx+ Life Care Plan: A Prescription for Better Health

Posted on January 5, 2012 by David Harder This is the beginning of a new year and the beginning of new resolutions. In past years, most of us spend the winter months ...

No Deaths from Vitamins

Posted on January 3, 2012 by David Harder There was not even one death caused by a vitamin supplement in 2010, according to the most recent information collected by the U.S. ...

DETOX: Natural Cleansing to Remove Body Toxins

Posted on December 27, 2011 by David Harder Have you ever washed greasy dishes without hot water or dish soap? The dishes don’t get clean, do they? When toxic metals and chemical ...

In Gratitude …

Posted on December 25, 2011 by David Harder As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on many to make our vision a reality. So many come together to provide our patients with a ...

HCG Rx + Success…

Posted on December 22, 2011 by David Harder In June 2011, a concerned family visited the Riordan Clinic with the hope of gathering information on how they could do the HCG Rx+ ...

Natural Skin Detoxification

Posted on December 20, 2011 by David Harder Believed to have originated in the Orient, prescribed washing and bathing has been practiced to promote wellness for centuries. The ...

HealthMarkers℠ Benchmarking the Biologic Determinants of Your Health

Posted on December 15, 2011 by David Harder HealthMarkers are standardized and replicable laboratory measurements of an individual's biochemical makeup that represent the ...

Know Your Nutrients: Glutathione

Posted on December 13, 2011 by David Harder What is the most important molecule you need to stay healthy and prevent disease? It is glutathione. The funny thing is, you've ...

Patient Profile

Posted on December 8, 2011 by David Harder In September of this year, a 60-year-old patient with a history of non-Hodgkin lymphoma came to the Riordan Clinic with a multitude of ...

Bio-Center Laboratory at the Riordan Clinic

Posted on November 29, 2011 by David Harder Did you know that the Clinic houses its very own laboratory? Since 1975, the Bio-Center Laboratory at the Riordan Clinic specializes in ...

Two Vitamin C Tablets Every Day Could Save 200,000 Lives Every Year

Posted on November 28, 2011 by David Harder According to the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) there are about 600,000 deaths from heart disease each year. Specifically, the ...

In Gratitude…

Posted on November 24, 2011 by David Harder As a not-for-profit organization, we rely on many to make our vision a reality. So many come together to provide our patients with a ...

Healthful Hints from Dr. K …

Posted on November 22, 2011 by David Harder There are many reasons why a child runs a fever. The body normally runs a temperature of 98.6°. Mild elevations can occur normally ...

Insurance Premiums Down 25%

Posted on November 21, 2011 by David Harder Health Insurance is a topic that everyone is involved in. A company who has asked for our help with incorporating a wellness plan for ...

Vitamins Decrease Lung Cancer Risk by 50%

Posted on November 18, 2011 by David Harder A recent study of the effect of B vitamins reported an inverse relationship between blood serum levels of vitamin B6, methionine, and ...

HCG Success…

Posted on November 17, 2011 by David Harder Since introducing the hCG weight-loss program in January, Riordan Clinic participants have lost over 2,400 pounds! Here is one success story.

Seasonal Defense: Boosting Your Immune System

Posted on November 15, 2011 by David Harder The weather changes in autumn, cold temperatures set in, and runny noses and sniffles start to seem like an epidemic. Is there a simple ...

Know Your Nutrients: Echinacea

Posted on November 10, 2011 by David Harder Echinacea is an herbal remedy. For centuries, people have used Echinacea to treat the common cold. It is believed that the plant can ...

Flu Shots? Just the Facts, You Decide

Posted on November 8, 2011 by David Harder Should you get a flu shot? This topic is constantly debated. What are the side effects? Does it really work? Although this seasonal ...

Stay Healthy During Flu & Cold Season

Posted on November 3, 2011 by David Harder Along with the coolness of the fall and autumn leaves comes flu and cold season. Let’s make this season your best year yet by enjoying ...

Lab Spotlight: Breast Health Panel

Posted on October 10, 2011 by David Harder Do you have a family history of breast cancer or are you concerned about your risk factors? As noted in this month's articles on breast ...

James H. Tangeman Joins Board of Directors

Posted on August 10, 2011 by David Harder The Riordan Clinic has announced that James Tangeman, PhD, will join their Board of Directors. The Clinic is delighted to have Dr. ...

Riordan Clinic Scientist Publishes Study

Posted on May 18, 2011 by David Harder Riordan Clinic Senior Research Scientist Dr. Nina Mikirova had an article published in the Journal of Clinical and Experimental ...

Riordan Clinic "In the News!"

Posted on May 17, 2011 by David Harder Enjoy this recent KMUW 89.1 FM interview with the Riordan Clinic’s own Dr. Jennifer Kaumeyer and Donna Kramme. You can read the ...

Riordan Clinic Doctor Wins Orthomolecular Doctor of the Year

Posted on May 4, 2011 by David Harder Ron Hunninghake, MD of the Riordan Clinic was awarded the 2011 Orthomolecular Doctor of the Year by the International Society for ...

Brian Riordan Steering Riordan Clinic to Financial Health

Posted on September 20, 2010 by David Harder The CEO of the Riordan Clinic discusses improvement in the overall financial health of the business. ...

Dr. Ron Hunninghake – Hometown Boy Makes Good

Posted on September 8, 2010 by David Harder This story could be titled “Small town boy makes good” but a title of “Small town boy does good” might be more fitting when referring ...

Press Release: "Check Your Health" Lab Testing Event

Posted on September 2, 2010 by David Harder Nutrient deficiencies have been shown to suppress immune system function, which contributes to chronic disease. Mainstream medicine ...

Press Release: Naturopathic Medicine Lecture

Posted on August 16, 2010 by David Harder The Riordan Clinic at 3100 N Hillside in Wichita, KS is hosting a Lunch and Lecture with Dr. Chad Krier entitled Naturopathic Medicine ...

Kansas.com: Five Questions with Brian Riordan

Posted on August 16, 2010 by David Harder A Riordan is back in charge at the Center for the Improvement of Human Functioning International. Brian Riordan recently was named ...

Dr. Ron Group Exploration

Posted on July 9, 2010 by David Harder Unfortunately stress is a contributing factor to chronic illness - and we all have stress in our daily lives! This workshop is intended ...

New Riordan Clinic Laboratory director named

Posted on June 14, 2010 by David Harder As of June 14, 2010, Dr. Charles Hinshaw will be overseeing the Riordan Clinic Laboratory, as Laboratory Director. Dr. Hinshaw was the ...

"The Domes" get a new name

Posted on June 11, 2010 by David Harder Today in the Wichita Eagle the Riordan Clinic formally announced its name change after 35 years as The Center for the Improvement of ...

Vitamin D and Your Health

Posted on June 8, 2010 by David Harder Today there is a great article on vitamin D in the Wichita Eagle (link below). Since 1975 the Riordan Clinic has pioneered the use of ...

What can vitamin D do for you?

Posted on June 1, 2010 by David Harder The June 2010 issue of the Panminerva Medica journal features a journal article authored by three members of the Riordan Clinic ...

Dr. Ron Hunninghake Makes a Radio Appearance

Posted on May 25, 2010 by David Harder WOR NewsTalk 710, a radio station based in New York City, recently invited Dr. Ron to speak on inflammation, along with Jack Challem, ...

Dr. Jackson has been named the 2008 Orthomolecular Doctor of the Year

Posted on May 2, 2008 by David Harder Dr. James Jackson was presented the same "Orthomolecular Doctor of the Year" award making the Riordan Clinic the only institution to ...

Medical Research Award goes to Adult Stem Cell Scientists at a Kansas not-for-profit Organization

Posted on March 20, 2008 by David Harder Scientists at the Riordan Clinic Research Institute, a division of the Riordan Clinic, received a prestigious award for a scientific ...

International Organization Honors Kansas Physician and Progressive Health Center

Posted on April 15, 2002 by David Harder A pioneering Kansas physician, and the Wichita health facility that he leads, were jointly honored at a recent international medical ...