Molecular biophysics & ecogenetics
Ions, proteins, water, and the interaction between biological systems and their environment.
Executive education for healthcare practitioners
Understand the science.
Elevate the practice.
Explore the physical foundations of human health through rigorous inquiry, integrative thinking, and practical learning.
IHBI · Integrative Human BioPhysics Institute
Executive education for experienced practitionersScience · Clinical reasoning · Practical competence
Our purpose
A deeper understanding.
A higher standard of practice.
IHBI brings the physical sciences into a connected understanding of human function—from molecules and biological rhythms to movement, environment, and clinical application.
Our executive education invites experienced practitioners to examine original research, ask better questions, and translate knowledge into responsible practice. Every program includes a practical component to support competence and standards of care.
Who we teach
Executive education for
healthcare practitioners.
A shared scientific foundation. A meeting of clinical perspectives.
IHBI welcomes applications from osteopaths, physical therapists (physiotherapists), chiropractors, naturopaths, surgeons, doctors, functional medicine doctors, nurses, massage therapists, kinesiologists, occupational therapists, athletic therapists, and other qualified healthcare professionals who meet our admission requirements.
OsteopathsPhysical therapists (physiotherapists)ChiropractorsNaturopathsSurgeonsMedical DoctorsFunctional medicine doctorsNursesMassage therapistsKinesiologistsOccupational therapistsSports TherapistsRegistered dietitiansHolistic pharmacistsPodiatristsDentists
Applicants require at least three years of clinical experience, current registration with a professional college or association, no criminal record, and a diploma and academic transcript. Learning must be applied within each practitioner's professional scope.
Explore our academic programs ↗Our academic focus
Six perspectives.
One integrated approach.
Magnetobiology & ion cyclotron resonance
Geomagnetic context, resonance signalling, and critical examination of experimental and clinical research.
Chronomedicine & rhythmology
Biological timing, circadian rhythms, chronotype, and the study of physiological patterns.
Biomechanics & mechanobiology
Gravity, posture, movement, tissue mechanics, and how cells respond to physical forces.
Geocosmic & environmental medicine
The history and study of relationships among living systems, environmental conditions, and planetary cycles.
Coherence, consciousness & frontier physics
Advanced theoretical frameworks and open research questions, considered alongside original data and scientific critiques.
First practitioner program · 2027
Level 1
ICR Practitioner Certification
An executive program combining foundational study with practical certification. Certification is subject to admission and successful completion of program requirements.
Explore Level 1 certification ↗LocationCollingwood, Ontario, Canada
TimingFirst weekend of June 2027
Early-bird tuitionUS$997
Early bird through December 31, 2026. Regular tuition: US$1,255 starting January 1, 2027.
FormatTheory & practical application
The learning pathway continues with Level 2 in Italy in September 2027. Further program details will be announced.
Meet the founders
Clinical experience.
A commitment to education.
Dr. Alberto Garoli & Ann Shivas, D.O., M.T.
Bringing complementary perspectives in integrative health, biophysics, clinical practice, and education to an international learning community.
About IHBI and its founders ↗Your faculty
Learn from experience.
Dr. Alberto Garoli
Co-founder & faculty
Integrative health & biophysics
Ann Shivas, D.O., M.T.
Co-founder & faculty
Clinical practice & education