Dr. Karen Seal and the wHOPE Team publish significant findings. https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2848379

In this multisite, randomized clinical trial—the first to evaluate the VA Whole Health model for chronic pain—an individualized, interdisciplinary Whole Health team approach resulted in greater improvement in pain interference at 12 months compared with cognitive behavioral therapy and usual care. Veterans receiving Whole Health engaged in care aligned with personal health goals, incorporating nonpharmacologic therapies and wellness coaching. The observed improvement in pain interference reached the threshold for clinically meaningful change, supporting the potential of Whole Health as an effective, patient-centered approach to chronic pain management. These findings support the inclusion and broader implementation of Whole Health as part of comprehensive pain care for veterans.