Agenda October 2023

Creating programs that will incorporate your defined services, creating a real change in the health of patients and retaining patients are critical to the success of your practice.

Building Your Practice with DEXA

Presented by Tony Orlando

Non-CME Symposium Sponsored by DEXA Plus

Open to all attendees and includes a complimentary lunch

A culture of excellence starts with the right team and brand. How your patients perceive your practice is essential to developing trust, thus increasing referrals and patient retention. Learn how to engage your team in creatively promoting, not selling, your services to current patients and prospects. What employee skills will be essential?

There is a paradigm shift occurring in aesthetic medicine. Some celebrities have publicly announce that they have had their hyaluronic acid fillers dissolved and consumers are now opting for a more natural approach. Using PRP to rejuvenate skin is not new but new protocols have been developed and Dr. Polit will explain the techniques that we are now using to deliver what we call “regenerative aesthetics.” PRF gel is used to time release growth factors for lasting rejuvenation. PRP Plasma Gel is a way we can create large volumes of natural filler with the added benefit of growth factors from a double spun PRP. A demonstration of a PRP facial and the gel warmer will accompany the talk.

Many Aesthetics providers are reluctant to add PDO threads to their practice fearing that it is too complicated. This is good news for those willing to learn some basic techniques to get started and offer something that the competition does not have. Dr. Song will explain the theory behind the absorbable threads and discuss the different types of threads that you can use in your practice. A live demonstration of smooth thread placement and a video demonstration of barbed thread placement will accompany the talk.

There are many different approaches to treating hair loss, from PRP injections to hair transplants. The problem most practitioners face is that the results are unpredictable and inconsistent. Learn how you can incorporate a consistent and profitable hair treatment program into your practice. A live demonstration of Microneedling growth factors into the scalp will accompany the talk.

Advanced Aesthetic Technologies

Presented by Tony Howard

Non-CME Symposium Sponsored by Refine USA

Open to all attendees and includes a complimentary lunch

A chemical peel can bring many benefits to one’s skin, depending on its formula and strength. It can improve the skin in many ways and address skin indications such has pigment, wrinkles, acne, sun damage, tone and texture. Many cosmetic and medical benefits can be derived from aesthetics and medical grade peels. Learn how and when to combine peels with other aesthetic/ medical services. Nadia will speak on and demonstrate some of her favorite chemical peels showing you how the power of peels can benefit your skincare practice.

Dr. Song will speak about how you can use a patient’s own fat as a filler for long lasting natural facial rejuvenation and volumization. With an FDA cleared fat transfer kit, you can perform this procedure in the office without an autoclave or an operating room. A video demonstration will accompany the talk.

Bring your questions. Dr. Song and Dr. Polit have each been in aesthetic practice for over 15 years. They will talk about what has worked and what has not worked over the years, along with a discussion of their favorite technologies and products. Tips from this talk will help you avoid common mistakes that could cost you valuable time and money.

Aside from routinely prescribing testosterone for men, it is important to understand many basic concepts before doing so. Wading through disagreements and issues with peers can also become problematic if you are not well-versed in the literature and controversies. Prescribing hormones for men can be simple; however, dealing with side effects and complications is not. This lecture will address common problems, complications, side effects, monitoring, understanding levels, erythrocytosis vs. polycythemia, prostate cancer and elevated PSA, use of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, and aromatase inhibitors and the harm of blocking DHT and estrogen. Prescribing testosterone to men is easy 90% of the time. However, it is the other 10% that requires skill, experience, insight, and command of the medical literature to appropriately treat routine and confusing cases. This lecture will review many usual as well as unusual cases and scenarios that will enable the experienced clinician to handle those difficult cases. A literature review will be provided to support why we do what we do in various scenarios.

As practitioners in functional medicine and “age management,” our patients expect that we have and utilize the best options to guide them to optimize their health and protect them from the common problems associated with aging such as heart failure, stroke, osteoporosis, and cognitive impairment. Contrary to the standard RDA for nutrients, various factors that contribute to a person’s actual needs include: decreased ability to absorb nutrients, medications that may deplete the body of certain nutrients, and environmental factors that contribute to a greater need. This presentation will provide an overview of the mechanism of action of nutraceuticals and supplements in the protection from the untoward effects of inflammation, oxidative damage, endothelial dysfunction and how they can be applied in your practice for the prevention and treatment of common medical conditions seen in the aging population.

This lecture will provide an overview of proper assessment of women before hormone prescribing, available options for bioidentical estradiol, progesterone, and testosterone, dosage ranges, and appropriate follow-up. Emphasis will be placed on research along with significant clinical experience of the speaker.

The Glycocalyx and Nitric Oxide: Revolutionizing Endothelial Health  

Presented by Derrick DeSilva, Jr., M.D.

Non-CME Symposium Sponsored by Calroy Health Sciences

Open to all attendees and includes a complimentary lunch

One of the key components to Age Management Medicine is exercise. During this presentation, we will discuss the benefits of exercise and how to build an effective exercise program for beginner and advanced patients.

Obesity has gained epidemic proportions and is now the leading cause of chronic medical illnesses that occur as we age. Correcting obesity should therefore be paramount for every physician who practices age management medicine. Old concepts of weight loss, such as low-fat diets, have been shown to actually increase cardiovascular risks. The Mediterranean diet has been proven to have beneficial effects on health but, per se, may not provide a good option for losing weight. Newer concepts such as higher fat diets, ketogenic diets and fasting mimicking diets have accumulated a plethora of evidence that suggests these appear to be preferred options for patients to lose weight. Physicians should consider this new evidence when recommending weight-loss options.

This lecture will focus on the many aspects of a patient’s health and fitness that should be evaluated as part of the initial assessment. This assessment should provide the patient and clinician with information about the patient’s health and disease history, nutritional patterns, sensitivities and supplement history. Assessments of fitness, strength and balance are also considered to be essential to setting up goals for a healthy aging program. The measurement and interpretation of key aging biomarkers including hormones will be discussed. The impact of stress on our health and longevity is well known and should also be assessed from day one of beginning an age management program. Attendees should leave this lecture with a good understanding of a basic as well as advanced age management assessment protocol.

AMMG Welcome Reception

Open to all conference attendees, spouses, and guests

Held in Conference Networking and Exhibits Center

Will discuss what is a SNP, differences between pathogenic and common variants, tissue expression, different genomic technologies and accuracy and other essentials. Epigenetics, which literally means on top of genetics will also be discussed. We will discuss the role of epigenetics in turning genes on and off with diet, lifestyle, supplementation, and medications and how SNPs can be used to help choose interventions

Case studies will be utilized to show how genomics can be used to develop a precision medicine treatment plan that optimizes health and longevity. Case of Jody Diamond – Woman with a family history of colon cancer, heart disease, weight concerns, and osteoporosis.

Nutrigenomics
Ashley Madsen, PA-C
Physician Associate, Comite Center for Precision Medicine & Health, New York, NY

Various nutrients are associated with frailty, cognitive health, eye health, autoimmunity and even cancer risk. Case studies will be used to demonstrate the importance of nutrigenomics in developing a customized nutrient plan.

Understanding some of the key gene functions and modulations that can improve cardiovascular outcomes. Case study: Meet Ted – A 67-year-old with a heart-saver calcium score of 946 and a brother that died of heart disease at 46. How can we use his genomics to improve his cardiac prevention and treatment plan?

We all know that some individuals respond better to some medications compared to others. How patients respond to these important medications involves underlying etiology of high blood pressure and genomics of thyroid and statin metabolism. Learn how you can improve outcomes and lower side effects when you combine genomics with decision making!

The Glycocalyx and Nitric Oxide: Revolutionizing Endothelial Health

Presented by Derrick DeSilva, Jr., M.D.

Non-CME Symposium Sponsored by Calroy Health Sciences

Open to all attendees and includes a complimentary lunch

A closer look at Klotho, FOXO3, and other variants that contribute specifically to oxidative stress and longevity. What do these variants actually do and how can you address them?

Health-adjusted life expectancy has been shown to be 15 years shorter for women with recent major depressive episode. Chronic anxiety also shortens an individual’s lifespan. Understanding root causes of depression, stress and anxiety can help you improve your patients’ mental health and their quality adjusted healthspan.

This session will address the basics of what a peptide is, what receptor does it interact with, how do peptides work, how many peptides do we have and which hormones are peptides. In addition, how a peptide is synthesized in a lab will be reviewed. The benefits of peptides and where most of the peptides that can be obtained will be covered. (Although as of May 21, 2023 using peptides in California is prohibited, so we don’t know how one in California can obtain them.)

The history of the discovery of BPC157 will be covered and the only clinical human published study will be reviewed. The benefits and the dosing of different routes of delivery will be discussed.

The peptides from the Thymus gland that are immune stimulating will be covered. The studies and the dosing protocols for both these peptides Thymus alpha 1 (TA1) and Thymulin will be reviewed. The reason that the FDA is taking away TA1 will be explained and the alternative peptide of Thymulin and different ways to deliver it will be covered.

Peptides can reduce inflammation and help with post-surgical pain, trauma and also with neuropathic pain. The different peptides that help with pain will be covered including the dosing protocols.

The Glycocalyx and Nitric Oxide: Revolutionizing Endothelial Health

Presented by Derrick DeSilva, Jr., M.D.

Non-CME Symposium Sponsored by Calroy Health Sciences

Open to all attendees and includes a complimentary lunch

There are peptides that can turn off the fibroblast cells to help produce collagen and to improve the dermis of the skin. Improving the thickness of the dermis can reduce wrinkles and also to help the skin to look younger. These peptides are very popular in any wellness practice. The top cosmeceutical peptides will be reviewed.

There are peptides that can help with cancer management. These peptides either improve the immune system or with turning on the cancer suppression genes or turning off the cancer promoting genes. Met-enkephalin, TA-1 and GHK will be reviewed.

Autoimmune diseases are on the rise and are devastating. Balancing the immune system is one of the keys in improving autoimmune diseases. The dosing of the peptides of TA1, Thymulin, OGF, and VIP will be reviewed.

The pineal gland is found in vertebrates, mammals, amphibians, and in humans. Melatonin and Epitalon are both derived from the pineal gland. One of the benefits of Epitalon is that in has been shown to improve longevity in both in animals and in humans. The human clinical trials from Russia that have shown to reduce mortality and also cancer will be reviewed and the dosing protocols will also be covered.

AMMG Welcome Reception

Open to all conference attendees, spouses and guests

Held in Conference Networking and Exhibits Center

In this lecture attendees will learn to differentiate peripheral vs central pain and learn how to identify the primary pain generators, and be exposed to triggers and contributing features to chronic pain and the development of complex “central” pain issues. They will also gain an understanding of how to implement a comprehensive approach to address complex pain.

In the treatment of chronic pain, hormones are often forgotten. This lecture will aim to inform practitioners the relationship of hormones and pain, and provide the foundation to adding hormone therapy to the treatment plan of chronic pain patients.

To achieve their potential therapeutic benefits, agents designed for intra-articular use must be injected directly into the knee joint space and not into the anterior fat pad or the sub-synovial tissues. In our study, the accuracy of needle placement was assessed in a prospective series of 231 consecutive injections in patients without clinical knee effusion. Accuracy rates for needle placement were confirmed by an observer with fluoroscopic imaging to document the dispersion pattern of injected contrast material. The results showed that of 231 injections performed through an anterolateral portal, one hundred eighty were confirmed to have been placed in the intra-articular space on the first attempt, with an accuracy rate of 77.9%. All physicians should use fluoroscopic confirmation of placement when injecting agents into the intraarticular space of the knee.

In Part 1 –  We will lay out the foundational therapies. Attendees will be exposed to multiple modalities to increase their “toolbox” of potential clinical options and learn specific modalities which will be highlighted for each system and how they create synergy within a treatment plan.

This lecture will build upon Part 1 presented by Dr. Reveron and the foundational therapies. Attendees will be exposed to multiple modalities to increase their “toolbox” of potential clinical options and learn specific modalities which will be highlighted for each system and how they create synergy within a treatment plan.

The Glycocalyx and Nitric Oxide: Revolutionizing Endothelial Health

Presented by Derrick DeSilva, Jr., M.D.

Non-CME Symposium Sponsored by Calroy Health Sciences

Open to all attendees and includes a complimentary lunch

AMMG Welcome Reception

Open to all conference attendees, spouses and guests

Held in Conference Networking and Exhibits Center

In an ever growing, super-industrialized world, environmental toxins appear to be the next big health concern. We will explore an overview of environmental toxins, testing, and how much these contribute to some of the most commonly seen ailments. From here we will evaluate both clinical case reports of how the endocrine system is disrupted and how the research is trending, revealing how this impacts human life expectancy. We will show a case example of how to reverse the aging process by properly addressing identified toxins based on translational research and advanced practice.

This evidence-based presentation begins with an overview of the brain and its function. Common causes of neurodegeneration and dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, are reviewed with information from the latest published studies. We will discuss how to assess the patient’s brain function, and which are the most useful tests to order to aid the clinician. The most effective treatments are reviewed along with case studies and before and after treatment.

In this evidence-based presentation, we will review why patients with SIBO, Lyme’s disease, Fibromyalgia, Myalgic Encephalomyelitis and Chronic Fatigue syndrome are frequently misdiagnosed, leading to loss of retention of the patient, patient’s going from doctor to doctor, multiple tests and treatments, all to no avail. The  latest finding from medical journals will be reviewed and discussed, including why there is so much confusion about testing and treatment, what are the most efficient tests to perform, what treatments work and why do others fail. Patients are now being seen complaining of Long Covid; the latest studies on diagnostic methods and treatments will be discussed.

Autoimmune diseases have registered an alarming increase worldwide since the end of the Second World War. This pandemic includes more than 80 autoimmune disorders such as Crohn’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and psoriasis. In the United States, it is far more commonly found in women and is one of the top 10 leading causes of death in female children and women of all age groups. It is estimated that 25 million Americans have an autoimmune disease, more than those who have cancer and heart disease combined. In this evidence-based presentation, we will review the common triggers of autoimmunity, which are the best tests to order, and which are the most effective and efficient treatments.

AMMG Welcome Reception

Open to all conference attendees, spouses and guests

Held in Conference Networking and Exhibits Center

Managing/Preventing the Complications of Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement

Presented by Derrick M. DeSilva, Jr.. M.D.

Open to all attendees and includes a complimentary breakfast

Non-CME symposium sponsored by Common Sense Supplements

Precision medicine enables clinicians to not only treat and reverse disorders of aging but to predict and detect disease before symptoms emerge. In this presentation, we will discuss how N-of-1 techniques can be harnessed to address hormones, metabolism, and genomics. Audience members will learn the benefits of precision medicine, an approach that has never been more important given the current health landscape and cost of healthcare.

How imaging is very overshadowed by lab testing in the overall assessment of your patient. When imaging complements labs, it fills in the blanks and helps connect the dots better.  Adding imaging to your patient evaluation protocols can be a creative and clinically useful tool.

This lecture will provide a 4-step approach practitioners can use to help patients successfully lose weight and keep it off including accountability, mindful eating, optimal hormone levels, and medications. Emphasis will be placed on clinical studies as well as the 20-year personal and professional experience of the presenter.

Myths Doctors Believe Regarding Taxes, Lawsuits and Estate Planning that Put your Life and Practice at Risk

Presented by Art McOmber, Former FBI Special Agent

Open to all attendees and includes a complimentary lunch

Non CME Symposium Sponsored by Fortune Law Firm

The power of Lifestyle Medicine in Age Management is well known. However, even the most precise and proactive health protocol you design is destined to fail unless patient engagement is optimized. By utilizing evidence-based behavior science and patient-facing technology, including wearable devices, you can better align your protocols to achieve the requisite adherence for patient success. No matter what level of technological acumen you have, all attendees will learn how to easily integrate the best patient-facing technology and wearable devices, saving you time while improving adherence and outcomes. Overall, you will discover the foundational principles, methodologies, and tools necessary to foster enhanced patient outcomes, highly efficient interaction, and easy-to-use technology that supports you and your patient.

Healthy bones are key to longevity. While estrogen and estrogen receptors are one factor that relates to bone quality preservation of bone there are many other factors that can be identified and targeted in a precision fashion so that your patient’s bones last as long as their heart and brain! This talk will look at osteoporosis from a genomic perspective and help you understand how different contributing factors relating to bone building, bone strength and bone remodeling and metabolism can all be addressed in very targeted ways.

An illuminating discussion on leading-edge age rejuvenation techniques, where we delve into the exciting realms of plasma dilution therapy and plasma apheresis with young plasma replacement. Discover the potential of these groundbreaking procedures in the realm of age reversal and their impact on biologic age measures. Gain insights into the procedures, associated risks, and the promising array of benefits they hold for rejuvenating physiology and vitality.*NON-CME LECTURE

In this groundbreaking lecture, Dr. Mitch Ghen delves deep into the advancements and innovations in the world of intravenous (IV) therapy. As we stand on the cusp of a medical revolution, the next generation of IV therapies promises more than just the delivery of fluids and medications. With an emphasis on personalized medicine, precise drug delivery, and enhanced patient safety, these therapies represent the cutting edge of medical science. Dr. Ghen will take attendees on a journey, exploring the historical context of IV therapy and its evolution over time. The discussion will then shift to the present day, highlighting current best practices and limitations. The core of the lecture will focus on the innovations on the horizon – things such as Molecular Hydrogen Inhalation, Photobiomodulation Accessories, Cancer treatments, and the like. By the end of this presentation, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of where IV therapy stands today and where it is headed in the near future. Through a combination of scientific evidence, clinical anecdotes, and a visionary perspective, Dr. Ghen paints a picture of a medical landscape transformed by the next generation of IV therapies.*NON-CME LECTURE

Where is medicine today – the next generation of healing. Review of Extracellular vesicle basics. Synopsis of FDA approved Clinical research protocols involving osteoarthritis, Covid – long hauler, New peripheral blood derived therapies- an autologous extracellular vesicle product (PPX) and COPD. MiRNA characterization and Extracellular Vesicle Signatures. Skin Exoceuticals- Reducing inflammation from UVb and radiation exposure. Tuned exosomes have been shown to reduce elevated Il6 andIL8 and TNF alpha MCP-1 to baseline within 6 hours of exposure decreasing the inflammatory response to exposure.*NON-CME LECTURE

Held in Conference Networking and Exhibits Center

What exactly is longevity? Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines it as the “long duration of individual life.” The term comes from the Latin word longaevitās. In this word, you can see how the words longus (long) and aevum (age) combine into a concept that means an individual who lives a long time. The goal is to strive for our maximum potential as we age. Longevity implies liver longer than the average lifespan.Longevity medicine is personalized, preventative, proactive and precision medicine that is powered by in-depth biomarkers of aging. It is a fast-emerging field in integrative/functional medicine and is becoming mainstream in the Western world. Ayurveda has long been associated with finding the root cause and healing the mind-body-spirit with natural methods. The science of biomarkers for aging is central to longevity medicine. Looking at genetic expression and the microbiome for example are tools to gauge cellular senescence. Senescence is defined as biological aging and the gradual deterioration of functional characteristics in a living organism. Senolytics or geroprotectors are substances that are used to halt or reverse cellular aging. Scientific studies have shown there are certain nutrients and nutraceuticals that can achieve this feat. Following my four pillars of a healthy lifestyle lays the foundation for promoting longevity. These include clean diet, exercise, restorative sleep and stress reduction. Maintaining homeostasis withing the biological systems is the key to anti-aging and protecting cellular destruction which is a byproduct of chronic inflammation. These factors then lead to the common disease processes associated with aging. In summary, my presentation will provide a clear outline and educational pearls on the science of aging and its contributing factors in association with longevity.

The Invitro and Invivo Development of a GLP-1 Stimulating Nutraceutical Taking a Full Pharmacological Approach
Dr. Edward G. Walker
Researcher, The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research
Guest Lecturer, University of Auckland, NZ

Nutraceuticals bridge the gap between nutrition and pharmacology, offering potentially effective health treatments to those either unwilling or unable to take pharmaceuticals. To data, the prospect of an impactful nutraceutical market is widely unrealized, with the presence of many unproven or ineffective products leading to consumer and clinician skepticism. In 2010 Plant and Food Research began a 20M NZD government funded research program to develop and scientifically validate a nutraceutical-based appetite suppressant for use during weight management. This ongoing research has spanned the last 13 years, combining nutritional science with drug discovery, and has developed a novel nutraceutical that stimulates the release of GLP-1 by targeting bitter taste systems present within enteroendocrine cells of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. This talk will discuss the approach taken to develop this appetite suppressant. It will include how traditional medicine informed the identification of bitter taste as the biological target, the validation of bitter taste systems within appetite-regulating cells of the GI tract, and the clinical interventions demonstrating efficacy for both the stimulation of appetite suppressing GI hormones, GLP-1, CCK and PYY, as well as its use in reducing hunger and rebound eating during an acute model of fasting. We will also discuss how this nutraceutical intervention compares with pharmaceutical-based therapeutics and its potential use as a complementary or alterative therapy.

Have you ever wondered how long you’re going to live? The potential answer can be found in the energy-producing cellular powerhouses called mitochondria. According to a growing number of cell biologists, the number and functionality of the mitochondria specifically determine an individual’s life span. When we are young, we are relatively protected against mitochondrial deterioration. As we age, however, changes within our cells lead to the destruction of mitochondria—paving the way for aging and disease. Mitochondria become damaged by various mechanisms during our lifetime, such as mutations in their DNA when they divide, by free radicals, and  epigenetic changes. When mitochondria are damaged, cells don’t retain enough energy to properly function and maintain themselves. Also, damaged mitochondria send signals to the cell, further disrupting proper cellular functioning. Damaged mitochondrial DNA becomes permanent a decade after mitochondrial dysfunction begins but in the early stages this damage remains potentially reversable.  There are various natural substances along with proper diet and lifestyle that can improve mitochondrial health. All these changes must be implemented early so that permanent damage does not accelerate the aging process.

Within the past dozen years, Immunotherapy as a form of cancer treatment has taken center stage. This is, of course, with merit as preliminary immunotherapy protocols and drugs have demonstrated success in a variety of cancers previously considered untreatable by Standard of Care options. However, the categorical treatment with Immunotherapy is still somewhat in its infancy which inherently means that there is still much to be learned. In the past few years, we have continued to discover new targets, approaches, synergies, and protocols that have continued to provide hope in a number of cancer cases. With this though are the concurrent discoveries of pitfalls and hurdles that must be overcome for Immunotherapy to truly seize the day. In this review, we will highlight some of the latest sweeps and discoveries in the fields, the obstacles to work around, and the exponential growth of the Cancer Immunotherapy field.

Complimentary Lunch Provided by AMMG

For all Attendees, Sponsors and Exhibitors

Held in the Conference Exhibit and Networking Center

Research suggests that testosterone optimization can have cardioprotective effects alone in certain individuals; however, when combined with a unique, individualized tailored exercise prescription , the combined effects yield life changing benefits. Testosterone plays a significant role in muscle development and maintenance therefore, when optimizing testosterone levels, one can experience a positive impact on muscle building and health. In this presentation, we will discuss exercise prescription from the lens and perspective of an exercise physiologist, as well as the assessment of body composition and VO2max testing. We will also deep dive into the aggregate effects of optimizing testosterone with resistance training and/or weight bearing activity, as well as cardiovascular exercise which may help clients achieve optimal results and have profound implications on their overall health and lifespan.

Since chronic disease is associated causally with dysbiotic inflammation, assessment of body-site specific microbiomes via tissue and body fluid samples can provide specific information about such pathogenic microbial dysbiosis; such data can be used to resolve pathology. Meanwhile the epiphenomenal aspects of chronic inflammation and its perpetuation such as impaired detoxification, endocrinopathy, free radical and toxic metabolite accumulation, and micronutrient deficiencies can also be assessed using functional testing, enabling the clinician to have patient-specific data used to create targeted precision medicine protocols that can reverse chronic disease.

In this presentation we offer details of specific cases of disease reversal attributable to efficacy of targeted precision medicine therapeutic protocols after exhaustic diagnostic workup. We will review:
– 77 yo M who experienced a drastic drop in LDL-P
– 62 yo M with autoimmune hyperthyroidism whose disease pathology resolved and was able to be weaned off methimazole
– 34 yo M with anti-histamine dependent chronic allergy, sinusitis, and post-nasal drip whose allergic pathology resolved and was able to be weaned off Claritin
– 61 yo obese nondiabetic M with BPH and obstructive uropathy who experienced a large reduction in size of his prostate
– 56 yo F with chronic abdominal pain syndrome and severe symptomatic IBS leading to cachexia whose symptoms resolved including sarcopenia
– 41 yo F with crippling depression who improved and was weaned off Wellbutrin
– 31 yo M with severe generalized anxiety disorder with episodic explosive and self-harm episodes stabilized with anxiety de-escalated and weaned off Wellbutrin

The optimization of testosterone levels in both females and males is a topic of paramount importance, yet it remains significantly under-researched and often subject to stigma or perceived as medically unnecessary. In contrast, other endocrine disorders characterized by hormone underproduction are routinely addressed within the standard of care to restore hormones to optimal ranges. This lecture explores the multifaceted approach to optimizing testosterone levels, delving into the associated advantages, establishing target ranges for testosterone in both genders, elucidating various methods for boosting or replacing testosterone, and highlighting common pitfalls in the process. The presentation draws upon case studies from a precision medicine practice to provide practical insights into the methods and benefits of optimizing testosterone levels, thereby shedding light on this crucial yet underappreciated aspect of pursuing healthful longevity.

Spotlight on Evidence Based Non-Hormonal Clinical Treatment Options to Relieve Hormonal Symptoms
William Clearfield, D.O.
Medical Director, Clearfield Family Medicine, Reno, NV
Executive Director, American Osteopathic Society of Rheumatic Diseases
Adjunct Professor, Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine; University of Guadalajara School of Medicine

Hormones, chemical messengers produced mainly in the endocrine glands and secreted into the bloodstream, play a crucial role in homeostasis, maintaining balance, and stability of the body’s internal milieu. Hormones generate and regulate growth and development, metabolism, reproduction, mood, sleep, and indeed, all bodily functions. The medical community is increasingly recognizing hormone optimization as a key building block to an extended high quality of life. There is a growing need and interest in evidence-based non-hormonal solutions to alleviate excess, insufficient, and deficient hormone symptoms. This presentation explores evidence-based approaches to manipulating hormone levels without the need for prescription hormonal input. Focusing on 11 hormones: Testosterone, estrogens, progesterone, growth hormone, thyroid hormone, cortisol, insulin, DHEA, pregnenolone, prolactin, and melatonin, we review the potential impact of diet, exercise, herbs, minerals, and vitamins on raising or lowering hormone levels. This lecture promises to be a valuable resource for adjunctive relief from hormonal imbalances for all practitioners looking to achieve better outcomes for their patients.

Clinical Considerations and Protocols for Epstein Barr, Cytomegalo and Human Herpesvirus-6
Christopher J. Bump, D.C., MS, IFMCP, CNS
Private Practice, Northern NJ
Guest Lecturer, Columbia University
Certified Practitioner, Institute for Functional Medicine

Viruses remain a mystery to us despite an unprecedented amount of research focusing on their pathoetiology over the past 2 years. And though our understanding of the beta and gamma herpes class has grown over the past 20 years there remains much misunderstanding, misdiagnosis and ineffective management of these persistently pervasive and universally present microbes. In this lecture Dr. Bump will review our current knowledge of these herpes viruses which include Human Herpes Virus-6, Cytomegalo Virus and Epstein Bar Virus. He will discuss the virus-host interaction and the latent vs lytic phases with emphasis on the chronic active viral infection. A detailed review of useful and meaningful diagnostic testing will be offered. Further, various therapeutic strategies and remedies will be discussed.

Neurological Effects of Mycotoxins from Indoor Mold Exposure: A Medical Evidence-Based Lecture
Andrew W. Campbell, M.D.
Editor-in-Chief, Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine medical journal & Advances in Mind-Body Medicine Journal
Editorial Board, Integrative Medicine: A Clinician’s Journal
Medical Editor, Natural Solutions and Alternative Medicine Magazines

The overwhelming medical and scientific evidence shows that it is the brain and nervous tissues that are affected first. In this lecture we will explore CFS, fibromyalgia, POTS, chronic Lyme, EMF sensitivities, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s, ALS, and other chronic conditions as they relate to molds and mycotoxins.  We will go over which tests and which treatments work, and which do not.  The attendee will be able to apply all in this lecture upon returning to their practice.

Can Genetics, Epigenetics, and Personalized Nutrition Help us to Prevent Getting Chronic Disease?
John E. Lewis, Ph.D.
Voluntary Associate Professor, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL
Diplomate, Faculty Member, and Advisor, Medical Wellness Association, Houston, TX
Founder and President, Dr. Lewis Nutrition

This lecture will feature some of the latest nutrition science information, discussing how genes, epigenetics, and personalized nutrition can impact the prevalence and incidence of chronic disease.  While chronic diseases, e.g., overweight/obesity, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and type 2 diabetes, are firmly entrenched in society, relevant information is needed to help prevent these health challenges more than ever.  This lecture will highlight how personalized nutrition combined with epigenetics and genetics are the key to helping people avoid modern chronic diseases.  Foods and key nutrients that may have a key role in this preventative process will also be discussed.  Having a proper understanding of at least some of the evidence base of personalized nutrition and its relationships to chronic disease is important for all allied health practitioners and wellness industry professionals, especially considering all of the marketing hype around food and diet today.  Dr. Lewis’s lecture provides attendees with an evidence-based review of personalized nutrition science that emphasizes some recent important findings that have an impact on modern chronic diseases.

*NON CME LECTURE