Institute of Women's Health & Integrative Medicine Primary Care for Women July 17 19, 2015 Friday, July 17, 2015 8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m.
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Introduction and Breakfast Cravings, Contentment & Correction of Chemical Imbalances: New Solutions to Weight Management & Other Compulsive Tendencies Erin Lommen, ND Chemical imbalances are at the heart of cravings and addiction, and therefore a major culprit in derailing our patients’ best intentions to ‘get healthy and stay on track’. What are cravings? What do we know about them scientifically? And how do they lead to compulsive use? Lastly, does loss of impulse control and giving in to cravings actually lead to addiction? Learn what elements and predispositions set up these patterns of craving, destructive habits of distraction and compulsive behaviors. Understand the biochemistry which encourages cravings to take on a life of their own and run amok? As Clinicians, laying a strong foundation through neuroendocrine balancing is essential; adrenal resilience, sex steroid hormone optimization and balancing of the key neurotransmitters; serotonin, dopamine, GABA and norepinephrine. This presentation provides the tools for how to select and interpret functional lab assessments which get at the root causes of cravings and behaviors. It also elucidates for practitioners, the most current scientific data so that the Practitioner is current and ‘in the know’. Become an expert in the employment of natural bio agents which cut cravings off at the pass, set patients up for success, and provide the roadmap to reaching and sustaining optimal health. 10:30 a.m. 10:45 a.m. Break 10:45 a.m. 12:15 p.m. Naturopathic Treatment Pearls for Hashimoto’s Alan Christianson, NMD Hypothyroidism is a common endocrine disorder that affects a growing number of patients. A properly functioning thyroid gland is critical for healthy metabolism, energy, digestion, mood and so much more. Dr. Alan Christianson, NMD, who authored The Complete Idiot's Guide to Thyroid Disease and Healing Hashimoto’s, will present on functional laboratory diagnosis of thyroid disorders, specifically Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. He will also review comprehensive treatment strategies that work to resolve patient symptoms and address the underlying cause for Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. Case studies will also demonstrate the naturopathic management of hypothyroidism. Confusions and controversies will be addressed including iodine supplementation, lab values reference ranges, the relationship between TSH and free hormone levels and the role of HPA axis and thyroid disorders. 12:15 p.m. 1:15 p.m. Lunch 1:15 p.m. 2:15 p.m.
Adrenal Reset Alan Christianson, NMD Learn how to turn off the triggers of weight gain with carbohydrate cycling, circadian repair and simple breathing exercises. Help your patients go from wired and tired to lean and thriving with the Adrenal Reset Program
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Break Inflammatory Bowel Disease Tim Zisman, MD Clinical presentation, diagnosis, natural history, conventional management. 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m.
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Break Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Natural & Integrative Management Trina Seligman, MD Evidence based natural therapies, empirical evidence and clinical experiences in the natural medicine and integrative management of inflammatory bowel disease. 5:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Inflammatory Bowel Disease Panel Tim Zisman, MD & Trina Seligman, MD Clinical issues in integrative/collaborative management with case scenarios; Q & A. www.instituteofwomenshealth.com Institute of Women's Health & Integrative Medicine Primary Care for Women July 17 19, 2015 Saturday, July 18, 2015 8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m.
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Breakfast Addressing Sequelae & Late Effects of Cytotoxic Treatments Tina Kaczor, ND The after effects of cytotoxic treatments can greatly impair the quality of life (QOL) of cancer survivors. Understanding the pathophysiology underlying persistent fatigue, gastrointestinal symptoms, neuropathy, “chemobrain,” insomnia, etc. creates a foundation from which we can address these symptoms. Using this foundation, we will review the state of the evidence for specific natural agents proven to lessen longterm side effects and perhaps even lessen risk of recurrence. 10:30 a.m. 10:45 a.m. Break 10:45 a.m. 12:15 p.m. CoManagement of Hormonal Agents & Their Untoward Effects Tina Kaczor, ND Many women are taking hormonal agents for five to ten years after diagnosis for breast cancer. There are many nuanced considerations for these women regarding quality of life and reducing risk of recurrence. Defining the risk and benefit clearly is essential in the decision making process for the patient. In this lecture we will review the role of hormonal agents, their side effects and the state of the evidence in lessening these side effects. We will review the do’s and don’ts using the latest evidence on what may interfere and what may complement each drug class. What can be done to lessen side effects, based on the literature and experience will be covered. 12:15 p.m. 1:15 p.m. Lunch 1:15 p.m. 2:45 p.m.
Reducing Risk of Recurrence: Understanding the Basics What, Why, How & How Much? Tina Kaczor, ND Reducing the risk of cancer recurrence is possible. As clinicians, we need to understand how the foundational measures we advocate good sleep, exercise, dietary measures, stress control affect risk from a molecular basis. There is enough data in the medical literature to be precise in our recommendations and to state with great conviction the benefits of these lifestyle measures. Clinical evidence and molecular biology are our guides to convincing our patients that the basics should never be overlooked nor underestimated. 2:45 p.m. 3:15 p.m.
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Break Reducing Risk of Recurrence: Beyond the Basics Using Specific Natural Agents to Lessen Risk Tina Kaczor, ND In this lecture we will tackle a deeper understanding of the processes of growth and metastasis alongside how natural agents affect these pathways. Using our knowledge of molecular biology coupled with outcome data on specific natural agents we can guide our patients to the most impactful natural interventions. We will review the evidence to date on the use of the most popular natural agents. We will also emphasize multiple roles for singular agents such that QOL is optimized while reducing risk of recurrence. www.instituteofwomenshealth.com Institute of Women's Health & Integrative Medicine Primary Care for Women July 17 19, 2015 Sunday, July 19, 2015 8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m.
Breakfast 9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Integrative Strategies in Mental Health Philip Rouchotas, ND Recent evidence has highlighted an alarming morbidity and mortality associated with use of conventional psychotropic medications. Their use is growing at a rapid rate, and their efficacy is questionable. Effective alternatives for management of common mental health concerns is desperately needed. The presentation will review recent findings of morbidity and mortality risk associated with psychotropic medications, the importance of diet and lifestyle factors in managing mental health concerns, then attempt to construct a formulary of safe and effective natural health products with proven efficacy in improving symptoms of common mental health concerns. 10:30 a.m. 10:45 a.m. Break 10:45 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Unexpected Reasons to Use Curcumin in Your Practice Holly Lucille, ND, RN With over 7,500 references to curcumin in the National Library of Medicine’s PUBMED database, interest in the diverse health applications of curcumin has never been greater. Wellrecognized for its role in cancer prevention and treatment, and its use in arthritic pain conditions, new research on curcumin has greatly expanded the number of conditions which respond to curcumin therapy. Join Holly Lucille, ND,RN for a look at some of the newest science on the less wellknown ways to incorporate curcumin into your clinical practice, as well as how to select a medicinal curcumin product. www.instituteofwomenshealth.com