2012 Conference Calendar
Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Symposium
March 22-24, 2012—San Francisco, California
Are you prepared to answer your patient’s questions on Bio-identical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT)? In this exclusive 3-day seminar, you will be able to analyze the medical evidence on BHRT, listen to experts that are actively practicing this specialty and get the information needed to merge BHRT safely into your practice.www.a4m.com
Third International Fascia Research Congress
March 28-30, 2012—Sheraton Wall Centre Hotel, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
The principal focus of the conferences is the presentation of the latest and best scientific research findings on the human fasciae in all its forms and functions. More than 1,000 participants from around the world are expected to attend the 2012 conference. The 2012 International Fascia Congress will focus on the latest and best research on the human fasciae. Additionally, in recognition of the interests of clinicians in gaining insights that will bear on practical applications, the program will be designed to include more presentation time given to relating the research findings to clinical issues. For more information, go to http://www.fasciacongress.org/2012/.
10th Annual International Scientific Conference for Clinicians, Researchers and Educators
March 28-April 1, 2012—Four Points by Sheraton, Norwood, Massachusetts
The 2012 Conference will feature more than 75 presentations that include research forums, presentation dialogues, workshops, keynotes, breakfast roundtables, and a full day retreat. Conference Highlights include The John and Tussi Kluge Research Symposium on Mindfulness—Embodiment of Mindfulness: Neuroscience and Clinical Perspectives. Visit http://www.umassmed.edu/cfm/conference/index.aspx for more information.
ICIM Conference
Rapid Therapeutic Response
March 29-April 1, 2012—Griffin Gate Marriott Resort & Spa, Lexington, Kentucky
We understand that healing is not always immediate. Sometimes achieving optimum health can take a lifetime. Yet, for those patients who come weary, tired of illness, looking for any shred of hope, the gift of a rapid step forward can mean the world. This spring in Lexington KY, we offer you a chance to be part of one of the most exciting concepts in the field: Rapid Therapeutic Response! From allergy alleviation to pain elimination, the hands –on therapies we will teach will offer something intangible yet invaluable and lifesaving to your patients: HOPE.www.icimed.com
17th Annual Primary Care in Paradise
April 2-5, 2012—Kauai Marriott Resort and Beach Club, Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii
Primary care physicians are often the first medical practitioners contacted by a patient. Therefore, primary care physicians require a distinct approach and special skills in eliciting concerns, focusing key issues, negotiating plans, and helping solve problems. This CME conference educates and promotes improved patient outcomes in a broad range of therapeutic areas commonly encountered in primary care. For more information, including registration details, please visit http://www.scripps.org/events/primary-care-in-paradise.
9th Annual Nutrition and Health Conference: State of the Science and Clinical Applications
April 15-18, 2012—Westin Boston Waterfront, Boston, Massachusetts
This conference assembles internationally-recognized researchers, clinicians, educators, and chefs, all of whose work focuses on the interface between nutrition and healthful living. You’ll leave understanding the links between nutrition, disease, and health to better advise patients on nutritional recommendations that improve their conditions. In addition, you’ll taste delicious and healthful meals developed by Andrew Weil’s personal chef based on dietary recommendations and anti-inflammatory guidelines, earn credit for your professional development, and learn alongside like-minded professionals. For more information, visit www.nutritionandhealthconf.org.
ISAD Conference 2012: Affective Disorders – Mind, Body and Society
April 18-20, 2012—London, England
This major international conference aims to promote networking, exchange of ideas and experiences, and advance awareness of the consequence of mental health to global health and human development. ISAD has a reputation for providing high level, well-balanced scientific programs. A series of parallel symposia will be held over 3 days, with keynote plenary lectures presented by experts in the field of Affective Disorders and a strong emphasis on oral and poster presentations.Please visit http://www.isadconference.com for more information.
9th Annual National Ayurvedic Medical Association Conference (NAMA): Healing People, Healing Communities
April 19-22, 2012—Hyatt Regency Hotel, Bellvue, Washington
Join the National Ayurvedic Medical Association, its Board of Directors, Advisors, Members and friends for a weekend of exploration and deeper journey into the wisdom of Ayurveda. This is an excellent opportunity for us to come together in community to learn and celebrate! Included in this conference: clinical practice presentations; 3 continuing education Practicums for Practitioners and advanced students, presentations on Ayurveda’s integration with Yoga, Vastu, and Jyotish; well-known presenters in the Ayrvedic community; products, servies, and information from sponsors and exhibitors throughout the conference. For more information, visit http://www.cvent.com/events/9th-annual-nama-conference-attendee-registration/event-summary-458bc21ee2e84727a05232ae232b7874.aspx.
Healthy Medicine Academy: Advances in Cancer Strategies Symposium
April 20-22, 2012—Stamford, Connecticut
Our keynote speaker will be the world famous Bernie Siegel, MD, author of Love, Medicine and Miracles and many best-selling books thereafter. To quote Bernie regarding Healthy Medicine Academy and the Advances in Cancer Strategies Symposium, “I really love what you are doing.” We have been approved for 20 ACCME accredited AMA Category 1 CMEs, 22 Naturopathic CMEs, 22 NCCAOM acupuncture CMEs and more.www.healthymedicineacademy.com
7th Joint American Homeopathic Conference—Raising the Bar: The Art and Science of Homeopathic Medicine
April 20-22 2012—Reston, Virginia
For more information, call 877.624.0613 or go to www.nationalcenterforhomeopathy.org
24th Annual Symposium of the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture
April 26 (Pre-Symposium Workshops) 27-29, 2012—Atlanta, Georgia
This conference aims to offer a multi-level approach to acupuncture and its clinical significance. Physicians with over 200 hours of formal medical acupuncture training and more than two years experience are encouraged to attend and are able to choose workshops that suit their interest. Go to http://www.medicalacupuncture.org/ for more information.
New Living Expo
April 27-29, 2012—San Francisco, California
an Francisco’s New Living Expo (formerly Whole Life Expo) has quickly become a world-class annual event, bringing together cutting-edge lecturers, thought-provoking speakers, artisans, and small business owners. In additional to its stellar roster and attractions, this annual event provides an on-site Peace Meditation Room and Bookstore as well as on-going day and night-time opportunities for attendees to mingle with like-minded people, share wisdom or expand their world view, and enhance their own self-growth by interacting with experts whose mission is evolving human empowerment and global community. For more information, please visit http://www.newlivingexpo.com/index.html.
ACAM Spring 2012 Education summit
May 3-6 2012—San Diego, California
This is a unique world-class integrative medicine conference. 4 days of modules & workshops with all breaks and meals located in the Exhibit hall. This unique event will draw hundreds of attendees to San Diego as they complete workshops and clinical training. This event is comprised of multiple modules and workshops.www.acamportland.com
International Postgraduate Course in Anthroposophic Medicine
May 4-11, 2012—Rudolf Steiner College, Fair Oaks, California
Come and learn about anthroposophic medicine and nursing—a comprehensive integrative approach, 90 years old and always new. Meet inspiring teachers and colleagues, on a peaceful campus with a medicinal plant garden and delicious healthy cuisine. This year’s clinical course includes; workshops in pediatric constitutional treatment; a certification course in anthroposophic nursing; an international faculty with Michaela Glockler, Albert Schmidli, Ursula Flatters, Mark Kamslet, Alicia Landman, Adam Blanning, Christoph con Dach, and more. For more information, please contanct paamdrscourse@anthroposophy.org or go to http://www.paam.net/training/annual-training-week-for-doctors.html.
2nd International Conference on Integrative Medicine
May 13-15, 2012—Jerusalem, Israel
This conference will cover topics including complementary and alterative medicine, naturopathy, chiropractic medicine, herbalism, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda, meditation, yoga, biofeedback, hypnosis, acupuncture, nutritional-based therapies, and more, with a focus on wellness and aging, preventative medicine, neurological disorders, memory disturbance, chronic headache, oncology, menopause, fibromyalgia, metabolic diseases, and several more. All physicians, therapists, and nurses are welcome. For more information, go to www.mediconvention.com or email rlevy@paragon-conventions.com.
2012 North American Research Conference on Complementary and Integrative Medicine
May 15-18, 2012—Portland, Oregon
This conference is the third time that the 44 Consortium of Academic Health Centers for Integrative Medicine, along with other leading national and international CAM networks and organizations, have been invited to come together to meet and share their research. For updates, e-mail info@imconsortium-conference.org or visit www.imconsortium-conference.org.
56th Annual NW Naturopathic Physicians Convention
May 17-20, 2012—Blaine, Washington
First class lecturers for the rest of the weekend include, Gina Nick Cushman PhD, ND; Walter Crinnion ND; Jeffrey Bland PhD; Denis Wilson MD; Peter D'Adamo ND; Doris Rapp MD; Bruce Lipton PhD; Michael Varon RPh, ND; Martin Pall PhD; Alex Vasquez DC, ND, DO Amit Goswami, PhD, and others. Includes a 2 hour CME approved lecture on preventing and healing heart disease. For more information, visit http://www.nwnpc.com/convention_info.htm.
Institute for Functional Medicine 2012 International Conference
May 31- June 3 2012—Scottsdale, Arizona
This conference presents a more inclusive understanding of cardiometabolic disease initiation and progression, emphasizing recognition of the opportunities for early intervention and best outcomes, for improved risk assessment, and for individualized care. A distinguished faculty has been hard at work for many months, sifting the evidence, reviewing clinical experiences, and integrating proposed content with the concepts and architecture of functional medicine. The result is a unique and compelling program that will stimulate the critical thinking of clinicians from a variety of disciplines who seek a more systematic, effective, and integrated approach to preventing, managing, and reversing cardiovascular and metabolic dysfunction.Contact IFM www.functionalmedicine.org
Bioidentical Hormone Therapy—Evidence Based Training
June 1-3, 2012—Hilton Garden Inn, Salt Lake City, Utah
This course features Dr. Neal Rouzier, a renowned leader and expert in the field of Bioidentical Hormone Replacement, with over 15 years of experience as an educator and practicing physician. This course is entirely evidence based, which enables Health Care Practitioners to strengthen the integrity of their practice in a growing industry. CME credits available. For more information, go to http://worldlinkmedical.com/.
Food for Your Whole Life
June 3-4, 2012—New York Hilton, New York
The first symposium of its kind, Food for Your Whole Life will bring together internationally-recognized researchers, clinicians, educators and health experts who will present the latest research on age-based nutrition for optimal health. Eating well is important at any age; this symposium is designed to offer practical tips to help you advise patients according to their stage of life. Please visit http://www.foodforyourwholelife.org/symposium/ for more information.
19th Annual PNIRS Meeting
June 7-June 9, 2012—Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
One Market Place
San Diego CA 92101
Contact: Psychoneuroimmunology Research Society
Website: www.pnirs.org
Food As Medicine: Professional Nutrition Training Program
June 7-10, 2012—Hyatt Regency Bethesda, Washington, DC
This program provides the latest in science-based nutrition education and is designed to give graduates the knowledge, confidence, compassion and skills required to integrate food as medicine in their clinical practice. Topics include: sustainable nutrition, digestive healing, diabesity, condition specific nutrition therapy, supplementation, and mindful eating, among many others. For more information, please visit www.cmbm.org.
American Holistic Nurses Association 32nd Annual Conference
Holistic Nurses: Catalysts for Conscious Change
June 13-16, 2012—Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort, Snowbird, Utah
The American public is demanding healthcare grounded in holistic ideals. This conferences focuses on how to meet the needs of the population through sharing knowledge and skills. For more information, please go to http://www.ahna.org/Conference/tabid/1200/Default.aspx.
Mindfulness Tools for Living the Full Catastrophe
July 1-July 6, 2012—Rhinebeck Campus
150 Lake Drive
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
Contact: Omega Institute
Website: www.eomega.org
2012 Kushi Institute Summer Conference
July 19-22, 2012—Basking Ridge, New Jersey
The aim of the Kushi Institute Summer Conference is to make healthy living practical, including whole foods, physical exercise, mental, and spiritual health. This conference wants to help people find their health, vitality, and “fun in life.”Go to http://www.kushiconference.org/ for more information.
2012 International Reiki Retreat
August 31-September 3, 2012—Silver Bay, Lake George, New York
Main presentations include how to use Reiki to treat those with symptoms of PTSD, how to use the gift of Reiki to enhance spiritual wellbeing, how to improve Reiki techniques, and many more. Visit reikiretreat.com for more information.
10th Annual Restorative Medicine Conference
September 14-16, 2012—San Diego, California
The Restorative Medicine Conference includes: an integrative approach to disease prevention and treatment; the latest advances in endocrinology, cardiology, and restorative medicine; an evidence based review of protocols for use of nutritional supplementation and botanical medicines; current information about natural hormone therapies; effective and profitable strategies to expand your medical practice. For more informating, visit http://restorativemedicine.org/sandiego.
Initial Mind-Body Medicine Professional Training Program
September 29, 2012- October 3, 2012
San Antonio, TX
Contact: The Center for Mind-Body Medicine
Website: www.cmbm.org
9th International Conference for the Society for Integrative Oncology
October 8-10, 2012—Albuquerque, New Mexico
The Ninth International Conference of the Society for Integrative Oncology will be held in Albuquerque, New Mexico, co-sponsored by the Society for Integrative Oncology, the University of New Mexico School of Medicine Section of Integrative Medicine and the University of New Mexico Cancer Research Treatment Center. The theme is “Honoring Diversity in Cancer Control and Prevention” exploring areas on health disparities, cancer prevention and control, diet, exercise and lifestyle. Visit intogrativeonc.org for more information.
Mind/Body Fitness Conference
October 11-14, 2012—Indianapolis, Indiana
YogaFit Training Systems is pleased and excited to present to you our Mind/Body Fitness Conferences. MBF conferences are excellent events that help students work towards a Yoga Alliance registry, earn continuing education credits (CECs), or simply deepen one’s yoga practice and transform one’s self.Please visit http://www.facebook.com/YogaFitTrainingSystemsWorldwide for more information on YogaFit and the conference.
The 13th Annual Science and Clinical Application of Integrative Holistic Medicine
Jointly sponsored with the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine
October 28-November 1, 2012—Hilton San Diego Resort, San Diego, California
Optional ABIHM Board Certification Exam: November 2, 2012
The 14th Annual Science and Clinical Application of Integrative Holistic Medicine
Jointly sponsored with the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine
November 3-7, 2013—Renaissance Vinoy Resort, St. Petersburg, Florida
Optional ABIHM Board Certification Exam: November 8, 2013