An article by Doctors Sierpina and Kreitzer in the November/December 2007 Explore (Vol 3, No. 6) stated it very well. “We make a history rather than take a history. We co-construct with the patient the reality of the medical encounter and the tone and timbre of the healing relationship. By bringing our own culture, beliefs, and values to the exam room and then allowing the patient to share theirs with us, we create a new kind of relationship-centered, patient-centered care model.”

We believe it is why so many practitioners have enjoyed reading Rachel Naomi Remen’s Kitchen Table Wisdom or Lewis Mehl-Madrona’s Coyote Medicine. Their books were all about people’s stories. Matthew Fox says that humanity cannot be inspired just by facts. He goes on to say that we need stories because stories contain energy, hope, vision, and imagination. Stories turn us on. Telling your story is thought to be a major factor in making AA and other 12-step programs so successful. Stories help us to remember that we are not alone, that we have allies, that we have support, and that we have community.

It is for these reasons that rather than a keynote address, this conference will begin with the participants sharing their stories. This initial conference workshop might even help bring us back to our roots of who we are as healers. It will hopefully provide a means of bonding with others, and it might even help to remind us that listening to our patient’s stories may be the most healing and curative thing we do in our practices.

So plan on being at this opening and welcoming celebration from 7 to 9 pm on Thursday, March 18, to either share or listen to some heartfelt stories from your colleagues and from you.

Bill Manahan
billmanahan@msn.com

The American Holistic Medical Association (AHMA) and the International College of Integrative Medicine (ICIM) welcome Gladys McGarey, Bob Anderson, and Bill Manahan to our coming conference in Nashville, TN. All three are medical doctors who have been involved with holistic medicine since the 1970’s.

Objective is for ICIM to establish acceptable standards for a basic course in IV therapy for demonstrating their competence in working as Office-Based INFUSIONIST.

GENERAL PURPOSES;

1. To provide criteria for the ICIM to evaluate the practice of the Office-Based INFUSIONIST in the administration and management of intravenous therapy for the protection of the consumer.

2. To establish acceptable standards for basic knowledge and skills necessary in the administration and management of intravenous therapy by Office-Based INFUSIONIST.

3. To define specific guidelines for course content and evaluation.
SELECTION CRITERIA FOR STUDENTS:
Participants must have met requirements by their individual office criteria by due diligence of their supervising physician and meeting requirements from their respective state. The candidate must be sponsored by a licensed physician who specializes or practices Chelation therapy and is in compliance with the individual’s state rules and regulations.

GENERAL COURSE OBJECTIVES;

At the completion of all course instruction, the student will be able to:

1. List the policies, procedures, rules and regulations that govern the Infusionist when administering and managing IV therapy.

2. Demonstrate working knowledge of the legal implications when administering and managing IV therapy; as well as the importance of knowing and understanding state regulations/OSHA and HIPPA in relation to an Integrative Medicine office.

3. Demonstrate basic knowledge of heavy metals toxicology, heavy metal history, toxicity, prevention, treatment (chelating agents: history, properties, indications, side effects, etc…) and clinical management.

4. Demonstrate verbally and/or in writing a basic knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the adult circulatory system.

5. Identify the role of fluids and electrolytes in maintenance of homeostasis and its importance in the evaluation and administration of IV therapy to an Integrative Medicine patient.

6. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the drugs and solutions commonly used in IV therapy and discuss their action, correct dosage, and adverse effects.

7. Identify the principles of pharmacology as they relate to IV therapy in Chelation.

8. Demonstrate the ability to correctly calculate flow rate and regulate selected infusions.

9. Demonstrate the working knowledge to safely perform vascular access/venipunctures with selected equipment; as well as understanding consequences of.

10. Demonstrate the ability to prepare various chelating agents as per protocol including ingredients and order in which they are to be added to base solution.

11. Demonstrate a working knowledge of what is safe, effective care of patients receiving IV therapy and discuss the signs and symptoms of any possible complications and the corrective treatment and/or therapies that should be implemented.

12. Demonstrate a working knowledge of practice guidelines for an Integrative Medicine and Chelation Therapy office including: patient-staff relationship/communication, structure and systems, documentation, phone etiquette skills, methods of payment/reimbursement and NLP techniques/stress reduction techniques to improve any office atmosphere.

13. In summation, the participant will be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of all of the aspects listed above to outline a Comprehensive Chelation Therapy Program in an Integrative Medicine Office including: definitions of Chelation, heavy metals and chelating agents; history of Chelation, heavy metals and chelating agents; chelating agent protocols, indications and contraindications; patient assessment, follow-up and supplementation use; IV mix, start, maintenance and discontinue protocols; possible side effects, complication and corrective measures for the Chelation patient; legal aspects affecting practice and patient and internal office practice guidelines.

GENERAL COURSE DESCRIPTION:

The Basic IV Therapy Course for the Office-Based Infusionist is offered by the ICIM Affiliate Division.

1. The length of the course shall be a minimum of 20 didactic hours with a comprehensive examination at the end of the program.

2. Class attendance is mandatory. Any classes missed must be made up at the convenience of the instructor, or may result in the student having to take the next course available.

3. The participant taking The Basic IV Therapy Course for the Office-Based Infusionist demonstrates competency by written and practical examinations receiving a minimum score of 80% on each examination.

4. Graduates of this course will receive a “Certificate of Completion”.

5. A clinical performance tier to be completed on-premise under direction of the supervising physician and reviewed by ICIM to graduate those participants with clinical experience to a “Certified Infusionist” is anticipated.

6. The Basic IV Therapy Course for the Office-Based Infusionist shall be revised and updated by the ICIM COMMITTEE FOR AFFLIATE EDUCATION as necessary.

FACULTY QUALIFICATIONS;

1. Board Certified Chelation Physician with teaching experience approved by the Board of ICIM.

2. A currently licensed Physician (MD or DO), Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse who has had recent experience in performing IV therapy may be utilized to provide clinical supervision and assist in classroom teaching.

COURSE TITLE: The Basic IV Therapy Course for the Office-Based Infusionist

Hours: 16 hours didactic instruction
Instructor: L. Titus K. Parker MD; Theodore Rozema, MD; Patricia L. W. Nash, RPA-C; Marsha Arnold, RN and other qualified guests.
Required Text: Appropriate references

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

The Basic IV Therapy Course for the Office-Based Infusionist is directed toward establishing acceptable standards so the student is able to delineate the beginning skills and knowledge needed to administer and manage IV therapy within the Integrative Medicine Office.

Basic Guidelines for a Comprehensive Chelation Therapy Program in an Integrative Medical Office include: definitions of Chelation, heavy metals and chelating agents; history of Chelation, heavy metals and chelating agents; chelating agent protocols, indications and contraindications; patient assessment, follow-up and supplementation use; IV mix, start, maintenance and discontinue protocols; possible side effects, complication and corrective measures for the Chelation patient; legal aspects affecting practice and patient and internal office practice guidelines.

COURSE CONTENT:

UNITS OF INSTRUCTION:
Unit I: The Basic Intravenous Therapy for Infusionist Including Legal Aspects

Unit II: Review of Anatomy and Physiology of the Adult and Geriatric Circulatory System

Unit III: Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Unit IV: Starting, Maintaining, and Discontinuing Intravenous Therapy

Unit V: History of Heavy Metals, Toxicity, Chelating Agents and Clinical Use

Unit VI: Putting It All Together: The Comprehensive Chelation Therapy Program

Unit VII: Practice Guidelines for the Integrative Medicine Office

SUGGESTED COURSE EVALUATION CRITERIA:

Teaching methods include classroom lectures, videos, demonstration, return demonstration and classroom performance evaluations. Supervised clinical demonstration and performance evaluations are anticipated.

A comprehensive final examination will be given at the end of the program. Reviews will take place on a daily basis for any queries that may arise. Instructors will be available for clarification of content before and after lectures.

NOTE: Students are responsible for notifying the instructor prior to examination if unable to take scheduled test.

1. The final examination will be comprehensive including material from the entire course.
· Heavy Metals, Toxicity and Chelation History – 10%
· Chelating Agents – Indications, Contraindications, Pharmacology, Side Effects and Protocols – 20%
· IV Mixing, Start, Maintenance, Discontinuation, Rates, Side Effects, Complication and Corrective Measures – 20%
· Anatomy and Physiology; Fluids and Electrolyte Balance – 15%
· Legal Aspects of IV Therapy in an Integrative Medicine Office – 10%
· Patient Assessment, Follow-Up, Lifestyle and Supplement Use – 15%
· Internal Office Practice Guidelines – 10%

2. Reviews will be done daily.

3. A clinical supervised; on premise practicum examination with review from ICIM is anticipated.

Grade Grade Points Definition
A 4 (90-100%) Excellent
B 3 (80-89%) Very Good
F 0 (79% or less) Failure

Jeannette Soriano MD Mental Illness: Medicine and Politics

J. David Forbes MD Mental/Emotional Pain: Is it in My Head?

Michael Gurevich MD Unmedicated Mood: An Old Wine in a New Bottle

Richard Brown MD and Patricia Gerbarg MD Movement and Breath: Keys to Healthy Transformation

Mark Starr MD Thyroid’s Relationship to Mental Health (Breath~Body~Mind break)

Phyllis Bronson PhD In Defense of Estrogen

Sharon Oliver MD Disease and Its Relationship to States of Consciousness

James Greenblatt MD Neuroactive Peptides in Food: A New Model for the Treatment and Prevention of Eating Disorders (Breath~Body~Mind break)

Alice Lee-Bloem MD Integrative Treatment of Mental Illness Using Orthomolecular and Energy Medicine

Badri Rickhi MD Spiritual Wellness: An Integral Element of Mental Health

Tobi Fishel PhD Mindful Eating: Nourishing the Soul, Feeding the Body

Tieraona Low Dog MD The Role of Herbal Medicine in Mental Health

Carol Ann Ryser MD The Infectious Disease Factor

Hal Blatman MD Insomnia and Pain

Friday, March 19

8:00-8:30am

Speaker: Jeannette Soriano MD

Title: Mental Illness- Medicine and Politics: Is Society Becoming Less Tolerant?

Summary:

In this presentation, we will review the differences in perception of mental illness (North America, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.) We will briefly explore the development of the DSM classification, now in its fifth review. We will also look into proposed new paradigms for treatment and research that views the whole person and might be more acceptable in the societal setting.

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the role that the body politic plays in establishing and revising psychiatric diagnoses and treatments.

2. Clearer understanding of DSM — what is said in favor of and against its use.

3. Historic perspective of the treatment modalities of mental illness and its theoretical bases.

4. The proposed role the environment plays in behavioral changes.

8:30am-9:00am

Speaker: J. David Forbes MD

Title: Mental/Emotional Pain: Is It In My Head?

Summary:

What is mental pain and suffering? Is it in the “head”? This presentation will examine the notion that our suffering lies in the body and heals by engagement of the body, resulting in a calmer mind and decreased stress and suffering. We will discuss how we first begin to “flee” from the body into the head to escape emotional pain, and how reclaiming the body is essential for healing. We will also discuss the ways that we as practitioners enhance or inhibit this process in our clients, and data that supports our most important mode of communication – body-to-body, non-local.

Learning Objectives

1. How recognition of the body/mind continuum and engagement of the body itself are essential for the achievement of emotional/mental wellness.

2. How emotional pain is stored in the body, how it can be released, and what facilitates or inhibits that process.

3. Latest scientific data on body-to-body communication factors and how they facilitate improved mental/emotional health and functioning.

9:00am-10:15am

Speaker: Micheal Gurevich MD

Title: Unmedicated Mood: An Old Wine in a New Bottle

Summary:

In the last two decades. the medicating of any mood shifts has become the social norm and standard of medical care. However, the notion that medications are actually effective in this regard is based on research that has been subjected to serious question. Millions of people are on multiple medications, but are feeling unhappier than prior to taking medications and struggling with side effects. Getting patients off medications can be a minefield; understanding the principles of doing this safely makes the process much less complex.

Returning a patient to a state of health after they have been on medications for several years requires a deeper understanding of the etiological factors causing mood symptoms and their proper management, including gut disturbances, nutritional deficiencies, allergies, and inflammation or endocrine disorders. Mercury toxicity is a common factor whose significance deserves further study and one where proper diagnosis and treatment are essential. Combining all of these strategies with positive psychology, energetic, emotional, and spiritual healing is the art and science of and integrative practitioner. Restoring the body, mind and spirit to health is a very rewarding process.

Learning objectives:

1. The challenges of contemporary mood disorder medication treatment and a review of research supporting this approach.

2. Strategies for getting patients onto lower doses of medication.

3. Dealing effectively with mood instabilities by also addressing nutritional deficiencies and sensitivities, hormonal and inflammation factors, genetic influences and other causes.

11:00am-12:15pm

Speakers: Richard Brown MD and Patricia Gerbarg MD

Title: Movement and Breath: Keys to Healthy Transformation

Summary:

Speakers will first outline neurophysiological mechanisms involved in the effects of breath techniques on the stress response system. They will then present the evolution of a program of movement and breath practices based on their clinical studies of military veterans with PTSD, survivors of 2004 Southeast Asia tsunami with PTSD, and severe GAD patients. The current multi-component program, a fusion of ancient and modern movement and breath practices from several traditions, has shown promising results in relieving symptoms of PTSD in two pilot studies of first responders affected by the September 11, 2001, World Trade Center attacks. In the final portion of the session, participants will be given an introductory experience of some of these practices which can be used for stress reduction, health enhancement, and treatment of anxiety and disorders as well as other stress-related conditions.

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand how specific breath practices can be used to improve sympatho-vagal balance and symptoms associated with PTSD.

2. Explain the role of the parasympathetic nervous system in stress response and recovery from trauma.

3. Experience a combination of QiGong movement, Coherent Breathing, resistance breathing, and breath for stress reduction.

4. Develop a program of further learning about movement, breath, and meditative practices to improve outcomes for patients with anxiety disorders in clinical practice and in research studies.

1:15pm-2:25pm

Speaker: Mark Starr MD

Title: The Thyroid and Its Relationship to Mental Health

Summary: How to diagnose and treat hypothyroidism and the myriad of psychiatric symptoms that can result from hyperthyroidism.

Learning Objectives:

1. To recognize and treat hyperthyroidism.

2. Learn the relationship of internal voltage to hyperthryroidism.

3. Learn ancillary nutraceuticals to reduce the severity of problems and to enhance mental health.

4. Learn recent observations about the dental connections to thyroid and mental health.

2:25pm-3:25pm

Speaker: Phyllis Bronson PhD

Title: In Defense of Estrogen

Summary: The lecture will give original insights from the ongoing biochemical research of Phyllis Bronson into the molecular and clinical impact of hormones on the mood and emotions of women at mid-life and beyond. The goal of this work is to bring the science alive into the moods of women, and Dr. Bronson presents this with unusual insight and some finely tuned humor about women and their emotional world.

Women live in their relational world and men are more goals oriented, so this talk explores how science has demonstrated the importance of process for women, how conversation is critical for the female psyche, and how language and biochemistry impact neurotransmitter function.

There is also a fascinating aspect of neurosteroid and neurochemical integration in this work that shows how necessary the dance between hormones and neurotransmitters is in terms of their functional mechanism.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the properties of the different estrogens, their mechanisms of action, and their functional chemistry.

2. Understand the crucial distinctions between synthetic progestins and natural progesterone that were identified by the research team at The University of Denver and how these molecular chemistry differences can profoundly impact a woman’s well being.

4:10pm-5:10pm

Speaker: Sharon Oliver MD

Title: Disease and its Relationship to States of Consciousness

Summary:

All diseases have signs and symptoms that appear in the body. Much less recognized today are the signs and symptoms of disease that are reflected in the emotions, thoughts, and spiritual aspects of the patient. These phenomena were thoroughly acknowledged in ancient healing practices where patients would travel for days to the healing temples of Egypt, then fast and pray for three days before being seen by the physician-priests of the temple. In all subsequent cultures, spiritual healing has been documented to be intertwined with physical healing. Incorporating changing consciousness in everyday practice is simple and practical. As the patient learns to connect their thoughts with behaviors that lead to health, s/he can gain a more realistic balance in life.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the psycho-social “symptoms” of emotional, mental, and spiritual aspects of physical diseases.

2. Review strategies for treating the non-physical components of disease.

3. Understand better how to guide the patient to maintain mental, emotional, and spiritual health, minimizing relapse.

4. Learn to screen for and recognize the “signs and symptoms” of wellness.

Saturday, March 20

8:00am-9:00am

Speaker: James Greenblatt MD

Title: Neuroactive Peptides in Food: A New Model for the Treatment and Prevention of Eating Disorders

Summary:

This presentation will discuss diagnostic distinctions and therapies involved in the treatment of eating disorders. Although anorexia nervosa (AN) is a psychiatric illness characterized by severe weight loss from self-starvation, signs or symptoms of vitamin and mineral deficiencies are rarely studied or integrated into treatment. Research from the 1980’s has suggested zinc deficiency may play a role in the development of anorexia nervosa – what are the factors that dictate the rare use of zinc therapy in the treatment of AN. To complicate matters, studies have found that individuals with AN are more likely to have multiple coexisting psychiatric disorders than the general population. Recent clinical evidence suggests that neuroactive peptides may exacerbate the course of treatment. Specifically, the peptides casomorphin and gliadorphin (from incompletely digested dairy and wheat proteins, casein and gluten respectively) have been shown to be elevated in patients with eating disorders and even OCD spectrum. A multifaceted approach, including integrative nutritional support, which addresses specific deficiencies and the presence of neuroactive peptides, might be the optimal program for the treatment of AN.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify the symptoms of zinc deficiency in the general population and in patients with anorexia nervosa.

2. Determine the most effective tests for casomorphin and gliadorphin levels.

3. Understand how to alter dietary conditions and provide enzyme supplementation to reduce the levels of casomorphin and gliadorphin.

4. Learn how to integrate nutritional approaches in the comprehensive treatment of eating disorders.

9:10am-10:00am

Speaker: Alice Lee-Bloem MD

Title: Evolving Approaches in the Treatment of Mental Illness

Summary: Mental illness deprives society of the joy and contribution of millions of otherwise functional and productive people. Present treatment approaches have failed to address several of the multiple factors that have been documented to affect the ultimate outcomes. Practical principles and patterns relevant to the treatment of mental illness will be reviewed, including the prospects of “orthomolecular” nutritional approaches and even more tantalizing benefits that might be possible with “energy medicine.” An exploration of how these two fields might facilitate (and at times, frustrate) recovery will be reviewed.

Learning Objectives:

1. Review of patterns and principles found as underlying causes of mental illness.

2. Exposition of basic concepts and governing principles found in “orthomolecular” nutrition and “energy medicine.”

3. Proposal of patterns and principles governing recovery from mental illness when applying both orthomolecular nutrition and energy medicine interventions.

4. How to avoid problems that might be encountered with the integrative application of orthomolecular medicine with energy medicine.

10:45am-11:30am

Speaker: Badri Rickhi MD

Title: Spiritual Wellness: An Integral Element of Mental Health

Summary: Research documents that spirituality can offset mental health problems and assist in their recovery. However, the reasoning behind this link remains complex and little understood. This presentation explores the integration of these two aspects of wellness and provides suggestions on how to foster mental health through nurturing spiritual wellness.

Learning Objectives:

1. To understand the concept of spiritual wellness.

2. To understand the link between spiritual and mental wellness.

3. To learn life-style approaches to nurture spiritual wellness.

4. To learn specific techniques to nurture spiritual wellness.

11:30am-12:15pm

Speaker: Tobi Fishel PhD

Title: The Obesity Challenge to Survival

Learning Objectives:

1. Audience will review the latest statistics on obesity in the US.

2. Audience will learn basic neuroscience physiology of mindful meditation in general.

3. Audience will learn about research perspectives and practice of mindful eating, and its connection to the mind/body/spirit.

4. Audience will learn five basic tips for mindful eating that can easily be taught to patients.

1:15pm-2:45pm

Speaker: Tieraona Low Dog MD

Title: Nutritional Deficiency Impact on Depression and Anxiety

Summary:

Mood disorders, particularly depression, have a high rate of co-morbidity with both mental health and medical problems. Depressive disorders are common among patients with chronic medical conditions; even when appropriately treated, depression recurs in 50-70% of those affected. Given the side effects of conventional antidepressants, many patients turn to the use of dietary supplements in an attempt to improve their mood and prevent recurrence. Unfortunately, many patients do not disclose their supplement use to their provider, and most clinicians are not familiar enough with the evidence of safety and benefit of supplements to effectively counsel patients about their use. This session will update clinicians on the science regarding dietary supplements/botanicals commonly used for depression and anxiety.

Learning Objectives:

1. Participants will be able to discuss the evidence for safety and benefit of dietary supplements in the clinical setting of depression.

2. Participants will be able to discuss the evidence for safety and benefit of dietary supplements in the clinical setting of anxiety.

3. Participants will be able to describe the evidence for safety and benefit for herbal medicines commonly resorted to by patients in their search for non-drug approaches to better mental health.

3:30pm-4:30pm

Speaker: Carol Ann Ryser MD

Title: The Infectious Disease Factor

Summary:

Mental illness is affected by various physical problems, especially underlying, low grade infections. If such infections are identified and treated, the treatment of mental illness will be significantly enhanced.

Learning Objectives:

1. Learn how infections depress immunity.

2. Appreciate how the immune system affects mental illness.

3. Learn how treatment of underlying infections can improve symptoms of mental illness.

4. Learn which underlying infections most commonly affect mental illness and how to screen for them.

4:30pm-5:30pm

Speaker: Hal Blatman MD

Title: Insomnia and Pain

Summary:

Hal Blatman is the medical director of the Blatman Pain Clinic, a holistic treatment center for rehabilitation and healing from pain. Insomnia and Pain relate in many ways. Sleep-deprived people develop symptoms that mimic fibromyalgia syndrome, and their bodies miss an opportunity to restore during the night. This talk will focus on the interaction of stress with pain and insomnia. The degree to which stress causes pain is underestimated. Options for treatment will be addressed that include nutrition, herbs, minerals, and vitamins.

Learning Objectives:

1. Appreciate and identify pain caused by stress.

2. Appreciate and identify insomnia caused by stress.

3. Identify and use nutritional supplements and pharmaceuticals for insomnia.

4. Identify and use nutritional supplements and pharmaceuticals for stress and pain.

Make your reservations by calling 615-889-9300 or the Marriott Reservation Department at 800-770-0555. Be sure to tell them that you are with ICIM and AHMA, and asked to be included in our room block.

There is a special website where ICIM/AHMA attendees can register online and take advantage of our room block negotiated rates: http://cwp.marriott.com/bnatn/ahmaicim/

All room block rates end Wednesday, February 24, 2010

At each meal and break we are taking care to see that there are gluten-free/dairy-free, low carb, allergy sensitive, and vegan options that are safe and delicious for everyone! Please let us know if you have additional needs and we will create a custom plate just for you.

All meals will be served buffet style with ingredients available and special need options clearly marked. We are pleased to feature recipes from our friends Tom Malterre, John Parks Trowbridge MD and Bessie Jo Tillman.

Of course, we’re refining the plan all the time, so keep checking back to see how our culinary temptations are coming along.

Friday “Power Bar” Breakfast

Make-your-own Smoothie and Muesli Bars (GF/DF/V)

“Battle of the Bars” contest featuring energy bars from a variety of vendors

Tryptophan Break

Turkey wrap with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes

Mango-banana fruit kabobs

Falafel wraps with sliced cucumbers and olive tapenade (GF/DF/V)

Friday “Soul Food” Lunch

BBQ beef (GF sauce)

Whole grain cornbread

Cole slaw

Steamed greens

Hop-n-John (GF/DF/V)

Blackened tofu (DF/GF/V)

Sweet potato biscuits (GF/DF/V)

Bessie Jo’s Millet salad (DF/GF/V)

Sweet potato and shoe-fly pies (GF/DF/V option)

Saturday “Farmers Market” Breakfast

Hogan’s Breakfast (GF)

Artisan Breads (V)

Chef’s Breakfast Potatoes

Soy sausage (V/DF)

Roasted vegetables

Vitamin B Break

Brown rice pudding

Mixed berries

Soy yogurt

Saturday “Garden of Eden” Lunch

Delux salad bar with sprouts, sea veggies and edamame

Ginger Dressing (GF/DF/V)

Fish Rolls

Ghengas Kahn

Miso soup (GF/DF/V)

Upper and Downer Break

Chocolate covered espresso beans

Raw cashews

More TBA (we take suggestions)

Sunday Morning Brunch

Sausage, gravy and biscuits (served separately)

Grits

9 Vegetable Cocktail

Warm cinnamon Apples

Scrambled Tofu (GF/DF/V)

Quinoa Potato Croquettes (GF/DF/V)

Introductory Course in Metal Toxicology:

Overview and Goals:

-Introduce the attendees to the prevalence, incidence and contribution of heavy metal toxicity and/or imbalances of essential minerals to the chronic disease process.

-Discuss the common disease processes, which may have etiological basis as a result of chronic metal toxicity

-Discuss the pathophysiology of chronic metal toxicity

-Review and detail the various methods of diagnosis, evaluation, monitoring and treatment of chronic metal toxicity

-Convey the pitfalls associated with each of the above

Lecture Objectives:

-Describe the importance and implications of metal toxicity on the biological system

-Review the pathophysiology of chronic metal toxicity

-Discuss how metal toxicity may contribute to phenotypic expression of these chronic disease processes

Learning Objectives:

-Articulate the contribution of metal toxicity to the leading causes of death in the industrialized world including cardiovascular disease, cancer& neurological disease

-Identify the various methods of treatment and nuances of each treatment for chronic metal toxicity

-Outline the essential supportive treatment modalities necessary to safely and effectively treat chronic metal toxicity

Day 2 test and additional lectures re. history, marketing, IV therapy, charting, etc

Enhance your exposure during the AHMA/ICIM Conference “Healthy Brain, Healthy Body: Mental Wellness in the 21^st Century”

To participate in a raffle, please send a check to ICIM, Box 271, Bluffton, OH 45817 and we will send you your tickets. $10 each or 3 for $25. All proceeds support our student scholarship, allowing medical students to attend our Nashville conference at no cost.