Dr. Dean has been involved in holistic medicine for over 21 years. Prior to medical school, he attended chiropractic college for three years. Subsequently, he has been associated with five alternative healing centers, served as wellness director at a prestigious health resort, has lectured to numerous lay and professional groups, and has taught at acupuncture, massage, and naturopathic schools. He is a member of the American Holistic Medical Association and the American Board of Holistic Medicine. He founded and was medical director of the Center for Self Healing in Santa Fe, an experience which led him to co‑author "Your Holistic Health Center Manual". Living in Santa Fe, New Mexico, he has a very enjoyable private practice and a lifestyle compatible with those principles he writes about and teaches to others.