Alternative Medicine Conferences
Townsend Letter, the Examiner of Alternative Medicine publishes a print magazine about alternative medicine. It is written by researchers, health practitioners and patients. As a forum for the entire alternative medicine community, we present scientific information — pro and con — on a wide variety of alternative medicine topics.
For your convenience, we maintain the following list of alternative medicine conferences. If you would like to have your conference considered for inclusion in this calendar, please e-mail us. If you notice any broken links, please e-mail our Webmistress. Thank you!
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CALL FOR ABSTRACTS for 6th ANNUAL WORLD CONGRESS ON THE INSULIN RESISTANCE SYNDROME – The Cardiovascular Connection @ Hilton Universal City in Los Angeles, California on SEPTEMBER 25-27. All abstracts will be published in Diabetes & Vascular Disease Research. CONTACT: 818-342-1889; http://www.insulinresistance.us/login.php
JULY 10-12: BHRT AND BEYOND @ Portland Marriott, Downtown Waterfront in Portland, Oregon. Sponsored by ZRT Laboratory. CONTACT: Amy Paoletti, 503-597-1845 or April Sorensen, 503-597-1895; http://www.zrtlab.com
JULY 17-19: 16th ANNUAL WORLD CONGRESS ON ANTI-AGING MEDICINE & REGENERATIVE BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES @ Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in Washington, D.C. Sponsored by the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. CONTACT: 800-558-1267; http://www.worldhealth.net
JULY 18-20: CHOW MEDICAL QIGONG TRAINING with Effie Poy Yew Chow in San Francisco, California. Also, SEPTEMBER 12-14 in Anchorage, Alaska. CONTACT: East West Academy of Healing Arts, 415-285-9400; fax 415-647-5745; eastwestqi@aol.com; http://www.eastwestqi.com
JULY 18-20: CRAYHON RESEARCH presents BOULDERFEST 2008 @ Omni Interlocken Resort in Broomfield, Colorado. The latest findings in nutritional and natural healing. CONTACT: phone 775-823-5333 (8-4 PT) or 877-272-9466; fax 775-856-3313; http://www.CrayhonResearch.com
JULY 19: 2nd ANNUAL ENERGY MEDICINE, WATER, AND INTUITION CONFERENCE 2008—AMERICA'S EPIDEMIC OF ILLNESS: HEART DISEASE, DEPRESSION & ANXIETY @ Spirit In The Desert Retreat Center in Carefree, Arizona. Keynote Speaker: Dr. Stephen Sinatra. This conference focuses on the use of energy medicine as an adjunct to traditional healing methods. Included are a panel discussion reviewing effective modalities and devices; reports on initial trials using energy medicine to treat depression, heart and other syndromes; an original documentary; and more. Cost is $250, includes lunch and is tax deductible. CONTACT: 800-749-5857; info@energymedicinefoundation.org; http://energymedicinefoundation.org/events/conference
JULY 24-27: AMERICAN BIOLOGICS' JUBILEE YEAR 20th INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM – Integrative Medicine – Visionaries & Mavericks of Medicine @ Heiligendamm, Baltic Sea, Germany. This symposium will sell out early. CONTACT: American Biologics, 800-227-4473 or 619-429-8200
JULY 25-27: ADVANCED ART TECHNIQUES (ART III) with Dietrich Klinghardt, MD, PhD in Greater Seattle, Washington. In this course we teach the application of ART in anti-aging medicine (biological hormonal and metabolic balancing), dentistry and orthopedics. Dietrich Klinghardt MD, PhD will also venture into the more mystical areas of healing and teach how to successfully address deep seated psychological and spiritual problems. Prerequisites: ART 1 & II. CME and CEU accredited. CONTACT: BioPure Healing Products, LLC, 425-637-9339; fax 425-637-9669; info@biopureus.com
JULY 25-27: AMERICAN NATUROPATHIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION (largest naturopathic medical association in North America) 27th ANNUAL CONVENTION @ Riviera Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Offers a wide range of topics and products to interest the naturopathic physician and other natural health care practitioners. Also, ANCB and ANMCB certification exams and Quantum Medicine certification. CONTACT: ANMA, PO Box 96273, Las Vegas, Nevada 89193; 702-897-7053.
JULY 26-27: NW HERB FEST @ Wise Acres Herbal Educational Center in Pleasant Hill, Oregon. Advanced classes available such as Phytohormones in Health; Neurotransmitter Herbs; Insulin Resistance: Pathophysiology & Therapeutics; Tongue Diagnosis & Pulse Diagnosis. Register for only $145 if paid prior to May 1. CE available for some professions. CONTACT: 541-736-0164; class@herbaltransitions.com; http://www.herbaltransitions.com
AUGUST 7-10: INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR FLUORIDE RESEARCH CONFERENCE ON FLUORIDE TOXICITY – Fluoride: Bone & Brain Effects in Toronto, Canada. CONTACT: Paul Connett, PhD, Exec. Dir., Fluoride Action Network (paul@fluoridealert.org)
AUGUST 9-10: FUNCTIONAL BLOOD CHEMISTRY ANALYSIS – Research-based Nutritional Planning in Austin, Texas. Featuring Datis Kharrazian, DC. Sponsored by Apex Energetics. 16 CEUs. CONTACT: 800-736-4381; http://www.apexseminars.com; http://www.HormoneSeminars.com.
AUGUST 13-16: AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIANS 23rd ANNUAL CONVENTION & EXPOSITION in Phoenix, Arizona. CONTACT: Gene Summers, Syncopate Meetings & Events, 404 Crain Highway SW, Glen Burnie, Maryland 21061; 410-590-7900; http://www.naturopathic.org
AUGUST 14-16: MEN'S HEALTH AND EXPLORING CARDIO METABOLIC RISKS @ JW Marriott Hotel in San Francisco, California. Sponsored by ZRT Laboratory. CONTACT: Amy Paoletti, 503-597-1845 or April Sorensen, 503-597-1895; http://www.zrtlab.com
AUGUST 16-27: INCA TRAIL/MACHU PICCHU/AMAZON RAINFOREST WILDERNESS & TRAVEL MEDICINE SEMINAR. Also, SEPTEMBER 20-OCTOBER 1. 16 Category I CMEs available. CONTACT: Bio Bio Expeditions, 800-246-7238; http://www.wilderness-medicine.com
AUGUST 28-30: 2nd INTERNATIONAL KRIYA YOGA CONGRESS – "Our Awakening World" @ Atlanta Marriott Century Center Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia. Meditation seminar with Roy Eugene Davis, a direct disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda, and presentations on Qi Gong, Ayurveda, Kriya Yoga, and the evolution of consciousness. Sponsored by Center for Spiritual Awareness. CONTACT: 706-782-4723; fax 706-782-4560; csainc@csa-davis.org; http://www.csa-davis.org
AUGUST 29-SEPTEMBER 5: 2nd ANNUAL LIFE EXTENSION FOUNTAIN OF LIFE CRUISE of Alaska's Inside Passage. Presentations highlighting integrative therapies and anti-aging research as well as product previews. CONTACT: 800-791-4457; http://www.LEVacations.com
SEPTEMBER 4-7: IAACN 17TH ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC SYMPOSIUM – The Role of Clinical Nutrition in Pre & Post Traumatic Care in Baltimore, Maryland. CONTACT: 972-407-9089; www.iaacn.org
SEPTEMBER 5-6: IAOMT (International Academy of Oral Medicine & Technology) ANNUAL MEETING @ Renaissance Charlotte Suites Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina. CMEs for physicians and dentists. SEPTEMBER 4 pre-conference on the fundamentals of biological dentistry. CONTACT: 863-420-6373; http://www.iaomt.org
SEPTEMBER 5-7: LOOMIS INSTITUTE SEMINAR 1 – The Hidden Causes of Chronic Complaints and the Use of Food Enzymes in Clinical Practice in Chicago, Illinois. This seminar is designed to teach you to use the knowledge you already have, together with the Loomis system, to recognize the hidden causes in your most difficult problem cases. CONTACT: Loomis Institute of Enzyme Nutrition, 800-662-2630; http://www.loomisinstitute.com
SEPTEMBER 12-14: PREMIER RESEARCH LABS presents QUANTUM REFLEX ANALYSIS™ in Columbus, Ohio. Also, OCTOBER 3-5 in Phoenix, Arizona. CONTACT: 800-325-7734; fax 512-341-3931; info@prlabs.com
SEPTEMBER 13: METAGENICS presents ENVIRONMENTAL TOXINS ON THE ATTACK with Robert A. Rakowski, DC, CCN, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. New protocols for natural, safe, and rapid detoxification. New nutrigenomic strategies to remove heavy metals, while simultaneously increasing cellular antioxidants. In-depth knowledge of how toxins impact many aspects of health. Also, SEPTEMBER 14 in Kansas City, Missouri; SEPTEMBER 27 in Boston, Massachusetts; SEPTEMBER 28 in Washington, DC; OCTOBER 11 in Houston, Texas; OCTOBER 12 in Cleveland, Ohio; OCTOBER 25 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada; OCTOBER 26 in Phoenix, Arizona; NOVEMBER 8 in Orlando, Florida; NOVEMBER 9 in Atlanta, Georgia; NOVEMBER 15 in Charlotte, North Carolina; NOVEMBER 16 in Portland, Oregon. CONTACT: 800-692-9400; 800-268-6200 (Canada); http://www.metagenics.com/seminars/environmental_toxins.asp
SEPTEMBER 15-NOVEMBER 8: COMPREHENSIVE TRAINING COURSE ON ACUPUNCTURE FOR PHYSICIANS – PHASE 2 (80 hours). A multimedia home educational program with 8 days of face-to-face training (November 1-8 in San Francisco, California). Covers general medicine, pain management, obstetrics and gynecology, affective disorders, etc., emphasizing treatment of individual medical disorders. Presented by University of California Irvine, School of Medicine, Susan Samueli Center for Integrative Medicine; Oakstone Medical Publishing; and Academy of Pain Research. CONTACT: 415-731-1330 or 888-882-1330; apr@acupuncturecourse.org; http://www.acupuncturecourse.org
SEPTEMBER 18-20: INTRODUCTION AND CLINICAL APPROACH TO BHRT & EXPLORING CARDIO METABOLIC RISKS @ The Jefferson in Richmond, Virginia. Sponsored by ZRT Laboratory. CONTACT: Amy Paoletti, 503-597-1845 or April Sorensen, 503-597-1895; http://www.zrtlab.com
SEPTEMBER 25-27: 6th ANNUAL WORLD CONGRESS ON THE INSULIN RESISTANCE SYNDROME – The Cardiovascular Connection @ Hilton Universal City in Los Angeles, California. CONTACT: Seak, Inc., 818-342-1889; insulinresistance@pacbell.net; http://www.insulinresistance.us
SEPTEMBER 29-OCTOBER 3: 6th ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL RESTORATIVE MEDICINE CONFERENCE in Stowe, Vermont. Using natural substances to re-calibrate the body's innate control mechanisms; restoring endocrine and metabolic function; foundations of medical herbalism, cardiology, and lifestyle counseling. CONTACT: 800-420-5801; http://www.restorativemedicine.com
OCTOBER 1-2: METAL TOXICITY AND ITS IMPACT ON HUMAN HEALTH: REMEDIES AND RATIONALE @ Sheraton Station Square in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Continuing medical education for the experienced physician presented by the International College of Integrative Medicine. CONTACT: 866-464-5226; http://www.icimed.com
OCTOBER 2-5: 5th ANNUAL NON-CLINICAL CAREERS FOR PHYSICIANS CONFERENCE in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. CONTACT: 508-457-1111; fax 508-540-8304; http://www.seak.com
OCTOBER 3-5: INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE OF INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE CONGRESS – Getting Well with Food and Nutrition @ Sheraton Station Square in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Lead-in on hyperbaric oxygen (October 1-2) and Integrative Office Staff Training Program (October 3-4). CONTACT: 866-464-5226; http://www.icimed.com
OCTOBER 4-5: TCM APPROACH TO VIRUSES AND VIRAL DISEASES ASSOCIATED WITH CANCER: Focus on HCV and HPV with Misha Cohen, OMD, L.Ac @ Bastyr University in Kenmore, Washington. CONTACT: 425-602-3152; http://www.bastyr.edu/continuinged
OCTOBER 5-10: FLYFISHING CME ADVENTURE in Northern California. 16 Category I CMEs available. CONTACT: Bio Bio Expeditions, 800-246-7238; http://www.wilderness-medicine.com
OCTOBER 5-19: AFRICAN WILDLIFE SAFARI & KILIMANJARO ASCENT WILDERNESS & TRAVEL MEDICINE SEMINAR. Also, JANUARY 20-FEBRUARY 3. 16 Category I CMEs available. CONTACT: Bio Bio Expeditions, 800-246-7238; http://www.wilderness-medicine.com
OCTOBER 9-11: INTRODUCTION TO MALE HORMONE BALANCE & ADVANCED FEMALE BHRT @ Orlando World Center Marriott Resort in Orlando, Florida. Sponsored by ZRT Laboratory. CONTACT: Amy Paoletti, 503-597-1845 or April Sorensen, 503-597-1895; http://www.zrtlab.com
OCTOBER 12-17: 8th ANNUAL DESTINATION HEALTH: RENEWING MIND, BODY AND SOUL @ Kauai Marriott Resort & Beach Club in Kauai, Hawaii. Sponsored by Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine. CONTACT: 858-652-5400; http://www.scrippsintegrativemedicine.org
OCTOBER 12-18: TUSCANY BICYCLE TOUR WILDERNESS & TRAVEL MEDICINE SEMINAR. 16 Category I CMEs available. CONTACT: Bio Bio Expeditions, 800-246-7238; http://www.wilderness-medicine.com
OCTOBER 23-25: NUTRITION FOR ENDOCRINE BALANCE & A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO BHRT @ JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa in Tucson, Arizona. Sponsored by ZRT Laboratory. CONTACT: Amy Paoletti, 503-597-1845 or April Sorensen, 503-597-1895; http://www.zrtlab.com
OCTOBER 24-26: 9th ANNUAL FICTION WRITING FOR PHYSICIANS in Cape Cod, Masschusetts. CONTACT: 508-457-1111; fax 508-540-8304; http://www.seak.com
OCTOBER 24-26: OZONE THERAPY & UVB THERAPY COURSE with Frank Shallenberger, MD, HMD in Reno, Nevada. Topics: A complete oxygen/ozone therapy course from theory to practical application (i) Ozone Therapy – biochemistry, immunology, physiology, autohemotherapy, intestinal insufflation, and all protocols! (ii) Prolozone Therapy™ - ozone injections for back & neck pain, herniated discs, degenerative joints, sciatica, rotator cuff, and more protocols! (iii) Ultraviolet Therapy (UVB) – protocols! (iv) Energy and Disease – a complete rationale for using ozone and oxygen. Is lack of energy the result or the cause of aging? Your chance to learn all of these protocols in one weekend; how they work, why they work, and how to use them. Attendance is limited to 35 practitioners. CONTACT: 877-543-3398 or +1 250-654-0092 (from overseas); http://www.ozonecourse.com
OCTOBER 25-26: THE LANGUAGE OF THE FEET with Chris Stormer, "the Universal Foot Lady," @ Minneapolis Airport Marriott in Bloomington, Minneapolis. Author and reflexologist Chris Stormer discussed emotional and spiritual aspects of health and healing. Limited space. CONTACT: Andi Repko, 715-685-9657; andireiki@hotmail.com
OCTOBER 30-NOVEMBER 2: AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE 43rd ANNUAL MEETING – Planet in Peril, Best Solutions for Tough Times @ Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress in Orlando, Florida. CONTACT: 316-684-5500; fax 316-684-5709; http://www.aaemonline.org
NOVEMBER 1-2: AYURVEDIC AROMATHERAPY with David Crow, L.Ac @ Bastyr University in Kenmore, Washington. CONTACT: 425-602-3152; http://www.bastyr.edu/continuinged
NOVEMBER 7-8: INTRODUCTION AND CLINICAL APPROACH TO BHRT @ Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort in Hawaii. Sponsored by ZRT Laboratory. CONTACT: Amy Paoletti, 503-597-1845 or April Sorensen, 503-597-1895; http://www.zrtlab.com
NOVEMBER 14-18: 3rd INTERNATIONAL SOUND HEALING CONFERENCE @ La Fonda on the Plaza in Santa Fe, New Mexico. CONTACT: 505-474-0998 or 505-474-7604; message@bizspirit.com; http://bizspirit.com
NOVEMBER 15: DEMONS OF THE BODY, DEMONS OF THE MIND: Ancient Chinese Parasitology and the Treatment of "Gu Syndrome" in Modern Clinical Practice with Heiner Fruehauf, PhD, L.Ac @ Bastyr University in Kenmore, Washington. 425-602-3152; http://www.bastyr.edu/continuinged
NOVEMBER 17-21: THE SCIENCE AND CLINICAL APPLICATION OF INTEGRATIVE HOLISTIC MEDICINE @ Paradise Point Resort in San Diego, California. Sponsored by Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine in collaboration with American Board of Holistic Medicine. CONTACT: 858-652-5400; http://www.scrippsintegrativemedicine.org
DECEMBER 8-12: APPLYING FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE IN CLINICAL PRACTICE in San Antonio, Texas. Sponsored by The Institute for Functional Medicine. CONTACT: 800-228-0622; http://www.functionalmedicine.org/eduprog/symp_next.asp
2009
JANUARY 3-17, 2009: EXPLORE INDIA HIMALAYAN ADVENTURE WILDERNESS & TRAVEL MEDICINE SEMINAR. 16 Category I CMEs available. CONTACT: Bio Bio Expeditions, 800-246-7238; http://www.wilderness-medicine.com
JANUARY 8-10: 2nd ANNUAL EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE CANCER THERAPIES CONFERENCE in West Palm Beach, Florida. Presented by The Annie Appleseed Project. CONTACT: http://www.annieappleseedproject.org
JANUARY 21-29: EXPLORE PATAGONIA WILDERNESS & TRAVEL MEDICINE SEMINAR. CMEs available. CONTACT: Bio Bio Expeditions, 800-246-7238; http://www.wilderness-medicine.com
JANUARY 22-25: 6th ANNUAL NATURAL SUPPLEMENTS: AN EVIDENCE-BASED UPDATE @ Paradise Point Resort in San Diego, California. This course provides practical information for health care professionals who make nutritional recommendations or manage dietary supplement use. Sponsored by Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine. CONTACT: 858-652-5400; med.edu@scrippshealth.org; http://www.scripps.org/naturalsupplementsCME
FEBRUARY 11-22: EXPLORE ANTARTICA WILDERNESS & TRAVEL MEDICINE SEMINAR. 16 Category I CMEs available. CONTACT: Bio Bio Expeditions, 800-246-7238; http://www.wilderness-medicine.com
APRIL 6-23: MOUNT EVEREST BASE CAMP TREK WILDERNESS & TRAVEL MEDICINE SEMINAR. 16 Category 1 CMEs available. CONTACT: Bio Bio Expeditions, 800-246-7238; http://www.wilderness-medicine.com
