CANCELED: AMERICAN BIOLOGICS' 21ST INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM – INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE, scheduled for July 21-24, in Budapest, Hungary is being postponed until 2010. For more information, see www.americanbiologics.com. The DANUBE RIVER CRUISE on JULY 25-AUGUST 1, however, has NOT been canceled. CONTACT: Dotschi at Travel Experts, 858-292-1447 to confirm your intent.

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MAY 23-24: HOMEOPATHIC TREATMENT OF SUMMER ILLNESS AND TRAVELER'S WOES @ Bastyr University in Kenmore, Washington (near Seattle). Presenters: Maryann Ivons, ND, RN, & Lucy Vaughters, PA-C, CCH, MA-T. CONTACT: 425-602-3152; http://www.bastyr.edu/continuinged/calendar.asp

MAY 27-30: 16th INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE – ILLUMINATING THE PATH FORWARD @ The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa in Hollywood, Florida. Integrating new approaches for the evaluation and treatment of mood disorders. CONTACT: 800-228-0622 or 253-858-4724; http://www.functionalmedicine.org

MAY 29-31: METALS AND MORE – CROSSROADS BETWEEN ALLERGY, INFLAMMATION AND DISEASE in Valencia, Spain. The meeting will focus on diagnosis and treatment of chronic disease such as multiple sclerosis and autoimmune thyroiditis, and the connection to metal exposure through fillings, implants and environmental pollution. All lectures will be translated into Spanish. CONTACT: http://www.melisa.org/Valencia2009.php

MAY 29-31: QUANTUM REFLEX ANALYSIS™ (Level 1) with Robert J. Marshall and colleagues in Newark, New Jersey. Also JUNE 12-14 in Austin, Texas. CONTACT: Premier Research Labs, 800-325-7734; fax 512-341-3931; info@prlabs.com

MAY 30: BIOPUNCTURE – New Injection Technique for Pain Management and More with Jan Kersschot, MD @ Scottsdale Marriott Suites Old Town in Scottsdale, Arizona. Sponsored by Heel USA. Also, MAY 31 @ San Diego Marriott Del Mar in San Diego, California; JUNE 6 @ Claremont Resort & Spa in Berkeley, California; JUNE 7 @ Seattle Airport Marriott in Seattle, Washington. CONTACT: 800-621-7644; http://www.heelusa.com

MAY 30-31: NEUROTRANSMITTERS AND BRAIN SEMINAR – "Functional Neuroendocrine-Immunology" with Datis Kharrazian, DC, in Seattle, Washington. CONTACT: 866-409-2388; http://www.apexseminars.com

MAY 30-31: BALANCING THYROID, ADRENALS AND BLOOD SUGAR NATURALLY with Dr. Janet Lang in Seattle, Washington. Sponsored by Standard Process NW, Inc. 12 CEUs. CONTACT: Tisha, 800-292-6699; Tisha@phytovita.com

MAY 30-JUNE1: MEDICINES FROM THE EARTH HERB SYMPOSIUM in Black Mountain, North Carolina (near Asheville). Keynote speaker: Dr. Vasant Lad. Symposium topics include Ayurvedic Rejuvenation; Osteoporosis-Beyond Calcium and Vitamin D; Early Botanical Intervention in Declining Cognition; Use of Herbal Anti-inflammatories; Psychoactive Botanicals; Weaning Patients from Hypertensive Medications, Health Maintenance for an Aging Population and much more. Herb walks, medicine making and food preparation demonstrations. Preconference intensive May 29: Women and Natural Medicine – Consciousness and Science with Amanda McQuade Crawford. CE credits for health professionals. CONTACT: 800-252-0688; http://www.botanicalmedicine.org

MAY 31-DECEMBER 15: COMPREHENSIVE TRAINING COURSE ON HERBAL MEDICINE FOR PHYSICIANS. A 330 credit hour course on the essentials of Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine consisting of multimedia home study (May 31 to September 25), practical sessions (September 26 to October 3 in San Francisco, California), and post-conference home study (October 4 to December 15). Sponsored by University of California Irvine, School of Medicine; Susan Samueli Center for Integrative Medicine; University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine; Tang Center for Herbal Medicine; Institute for Medical Studies; and Academy of Pain Research. CONTACT: 415-731-1330 or 888-882-1330; fax 415-566-1066; apr@acupuncturecourse.org; http://www.acupuncturecourse.org

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JUNE 5-6: FIBROMYALGIA COALITION INTERNATIONAL presents the 9th ANNUAL FIBROMYALGIA AND CHRONIC FATIGUE AWARENESS CONFERENCE – Putting the Pieces Together @ the DoubleTree Hotel in Overland Park, Kansas (Metro Kansas City). CONTACT: 913-384-4673; fax 913-384-8998; http://www.fibrocoalition.org; Jordan@fibrocoalition.org

JUNE 5-7: NEURORESEARCH CLINICS CONTINUING MEDICAL EDUCATION in Dallas, Texas. Also, SEPTEMBER 12-13 in Phoenix, Arizona; NOVEMBER 7-8 in Atlanta, Georgia; DECEMBER 5-6 in Chicago. CONTACT: http://www.NeuroSupport.com

JUNE 5-7: BASTYR UNIVERSITY presents CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY SEMINAR III (08CS3-06) @ Bastyr University in Kenmore, Washington (near Seattle). CONTACT: 425-602-3152; http://www.bastyr.edu/continuinged/calendar.asp

JUNE 5-7: PERSONALIZED MEDICINE IN FORM AND FUNCTION: HOW TO USE EPIGENETICS AND POLYMORPHISMS TO DESIGN THE OPTIMIZED DIET FOR YOUR PATIENTS in Norwalk, Connecticut. The Institute for Human Individuality presents a weekend intensive seminar with naturopathic physician, scientist and author, Dr. Peter J. D'Adamo. This seminar provides training in personalized nutrition determination using blood grouping, secretor status, epigenetic indicators, dermatoglyphics and biometrics. Extensive overview of the latest clinical and laboratory techniques, information systems and pharmacology. Certification will also be offered. CMEs may be available. COTNACT: 877-226-8973 or 203-761-0042; http://www.dadamo.com/ifhi/2009_location.htm; ifhi@dadamo.com

JUNE 6-7: NUTRITION RESPONSE TESTING with Paul Rosen, DC in Boise, Idaho. 12 CEUs. CONTACT: Tisha, 800-292-6699; Tisha@phytovita.com

JUNE 6-7: INSTANT PAIN ELIMINATION BOOT CAMP with Dr. Stephen Kaufman in Denver, Colorado. Pain Neutralization Technique™ turns off chronic and acute pain from migraines, disc pain, sciatica, neck pain, arm/shoulder pain, TMJ, etc. in minutes, using simple muscle reflexes. CONTACT: 800-774-5078; http://www.pain2009.com

JUNE 11-14: AMERICAN HOLISTIC NURSES ASSOCIATION 29th ANNUAL CONFERENCE – Reflective Practice: Creating Sacred Space in Madison, Wisconsin. CONTACT: http://www.ahna.org

JUNE 11-14: THE CENTER FOR MIND-BODY MEDICINE presents CANCERGUIDES® II: Cutting-Edge Cancer Care Professional Training Program @ Marriott Wardman Park Hotel in Washington, DC. Full tuition scholarships available for leaders in cancer care in the US & Canada. CONTACT: http://www.cmbm.org/cancerguides

JUNE 11-14: THE CENTER FOR MIND-BODY MEDICINE presents FOOD AS MEDICINE – Professional Nutrition Training Program @ Marriott Wardman Park Hotel in Washington, DC. Full tuition scholarships available for those working in underserved communities. CONTACT: http://www.cmbm.org/fam

JUNE 12-13: ADVANCED NUTRITION PRINCIPLES, NUTRITIONAL INTERVENTIONS & NUTRACEUTICAL APPLICATIONS IN CLINICAL PRACTICE @ Embassy Suites Indianapolis Downtown in Indianapolis, Indiana.. Offered by the NutraMetrix Educational Institute. CONTACT: http://www.nutrametrix.org/nei

JUNE 12-14: QUANTUM REFLEX ANALYSIS™ (Level 1) with Robert J. Marshall and colleagues in Austin, Texas. Learn how to rapidly get to the 'core' of the true causative factors in complex patients and gain new clinical insights into the difficult cases that have failed to respond to your best efforts. CONTACT: Premier Research Labs, 800-325-7734; fax 512-341-3931; info@prlabs.com

JUNE 13-14: METAMETRIX INSTITUTE presents APPLYING LABORATORY EVALUATION – IMPROVE CLINICAL OUTCOME @ Metametrix in Atlanta, Georgia. Taught by practicing clinicians and the writers of Laboratory Evaluations for Integrative and Functional Medicine, this seminar is geared toward clinicians who want to expand their practices and improve clinical outcomes by effectively integrating functional laboratory testing. CONTACT: 800-221-4640; http://metametrix.com

JUNE 18-21: 1st WORLD CONGRESS ON POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. CONTACT: http://www.ippanetwork.org

JUNE 19-21: AUTONOMIC RESPONSE TESTING II with Dietrich Klinghardt, MD, PhD in Bellevue Washington (near Seattle). ART I introduced ways of diagnosing and treating the extra-cellular space: the group system. In ART II we will introduce sound methods to diagnose and treat the intracellular environment. Learn how to use muscle testing to detect chronic viral, fungal, mycoplasmal infections, Lyme disease and other microorganisms. You will also learn treatment protocols for cancer, chronic fatigue, MS, FMS and other chronic diseases. Learn to use ART to select the most appropriate and best tolerated medication – including diagnostic and therapeutic protocols for toxic metals and xenobiotics. CONTACT: Klinghardt Academy of Neurobiology, 303-499-4700; info@klinghardt.org; http://www.klinghardt.org

JUNE 25-28: 2009 LYME-AUTISM CONNECTION CONFERENCE – From Roadblocks to Recovery @ Radisson Fort McDowell Casino and Resort in Scottsdale/Fountain Hills, Arizona. CMEs available. CONTACT: http://www.LIAFoundation.org

JUNE 25-28: 27TH ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON MAN AND HIS ENVIRONMENT – Nutritional and Environmental Aspects of Cardiovascular Disease in Dallas, Texas. This event is jointly sponsored by the American Environmental Health Foundation and the University of North Texas Health Science Center. 24 Category 1 Credits PRA/AMA; 2A credits, ADA; 28.8 Type 1 Contact Hours, TNA/ANNCC (subject to change) CONTACT: 800-428-2343 or 214-361-9515; http://www.aehf.com

JUNE 26-JULY 3: THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR THE STUDY OF SUBTLE ENERGIES AND ENERGY MEDICINE (ISSSEEM) 19TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE – Scared Synthesis: Science with Heart @ The Westin-Westminster in Westminster, Colorado (between Denver & Boulder). An open forum for scientific and intuitive exploration of integrative healing, applied spirituality and the subtle realms. CONTACT: 303-425-4625; info@issseem.org; http://www.issseem.org

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JULY 8-12: 35th ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF THE NORTH AMERICAN VEGETARIAN SOCIETY - 2009 VEGETARIAN SUMMERFEST in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. Cutting edge educational sessions and great natural-food vegan meals. CONTACT: 518-568-7970; http://www.vegetariansummerfest.org

JULY 10-12: QUANTUM REFLEX ANALYSIS™ (Level II) with Robert J. Marshall and colleagues in San Francisco, California. Learn how to rapidly get to the 'core' of the true causative factors in complex patients and gain new clinical insights into the difficult cases that have failed to respond to your best efforts. CONTACT: Premier Research Labs, 800-325-7734; fax 512-341-3931; info@prlabs.com

JULY 11: PERSONALIZED METABOLIC NUTRITION SEMINAR in Portland, Oregon. Teaches health professionals the theory and practice of Dr. Harold J. Kristal's Functional Metabolic Typing nutritional system. By correctly identifying the dominant system (the Oxidative or the Autonomic), as well as the relevant sub-type (Fast or Slow Oxidizer, Sympathetic or Parasympathetic), practitioners can recommend a diet and supplement regimen specific to each person's metabolic type. Also, SEPTEMBER 12 in Kansas City, Missouri; OCTOBER 17 in Los Angeles, California. CONTACT: 800-772-0646; fax 415-257-3519; pmn@bloodph.com; http://www.bloodph.com

JULY 16-19: INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE in Vienna, Austria. CONTACT: http://www.alz.org/icad/

JULY 17-19: INSTITUTE FOR FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE presents ADVANCED PRACTICE MODULE 1 – Restoring Gastrointestinal Equilibrium: Practical Applications for Understanding, Assessing, and Treating Gut Dysfunction @ the Westin Grand Hotel in Washington, DC. CONTACT: 800-228-0622 or 253-858-4724; suesabol@fxmed.com; http://www.functionalmedicine.org

JULY 17-19: COLORADO INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE CONFERENCE – FOCUS ON MIND-BODY MEDICINE in Estes Park, Colorado. Keynote Speaker: James S. Gordon, MD, Founder and Director of the Center for Mind-Body Medicine. Cutting edge psychotherapies, tools for dealing with trauma/stress/pain, biofeedback, HeartMath, and other workshops. CONTACT: 970-310-3030; http://www.altermedresearch.org/Conferences.html

JULY 17-19: INSTITUTE OF WOMEN'S HEALTH AND INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE presents PRIMARY CARE FOR WOMEN with Tori Hudson, ND in Portland, Oregon. CONTACT: Karen Hudson, 503-222-2322; fax 503-222-0276; karenh@instituteofwomenshealth.com; http://www.instituteofwomenshealth.com

JULY 24: QUANTUM MEDICINE @ Riviera Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada (part of the 28th ANMA Convention). Discover the latest breakthroughs in Quantum Medicine that reveal the answers to hidden and underlying causes of common, challenging clinical problems. Pre-register BEFORE MAY 1 and get the 6th edition of Quantum Medicine (e-book) by Dr. Paul Yanick and save $600 on seminar registration. CONTACT: fax 386-663-9075; http://www.aaqm.org/seminars.htm

JULY 24-26: 28th ANNUAL AMERICAN NATUROPATHIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION CONVENTION AND EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR @ Riviera Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. ANMA is North America's largest naturopathic medical association. Offers a wide range of topics and products to interest the naturopathic physician and other natural health care practitioners. 23 hours of continuing education. Certification exams offered by ANMCB, ANCB, and AAQM. CEUs available. CONTACT: ANMA, P.O. Box 96273, Las Vegas, Nevada 89193; 702-897-7053; http://www.anma.org

JULY 25-26: NW HERB FEST @ Wise Acres Herbal Educational Center in Pleasant Hill, Oregon. Advanced classes such as Epigenetics & Herbal Medicine, Botanical Prevention & Adjuvant Treatment of Malignancy, Treatment of Musculo-Skeletal & Nerve Pain, and Black Salve. CE available for some professions. CONTACT: 541-736-0164; class@herbaltransitions.com; http://www.herbaltransitions.com

JULY 30 -AUGUST 1: AROMATHERAPY, CLINICAL PHYTOTHERAPY & ENDOBIOGÉNIE RETREAT & TRADE SHOW @ Snowbird Resort near Salt Lake City, Utah. Sponsored by the Endobiogenic Integrative Medical Center. Featuring Mark Blumenthal; Mindy Green, RH; Jean Claude Lapraz, MD; Jean Bokelmann, MD; Kamyar Hedayat, MD; John Black. CONTACT: Belen, 208-478-8400 or 877-470-8400; http://www.eimcenter.com

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AUGUST 3-8: WEEKLONG RETREAT FOR PRACTITIONERS with Dietrich Klinghardt, MD, PhD in North Seattle, Washington. This 6-day retreat is a time to experience and get a deeper understanding of Dr. Klinghardt's holistic method of true psycho-somatic medicine: the "5 Levels of Healing". In this workshop we will address all 5 levels. Neural therapy, Applied Psycho-Neurobiology, Heavy Metal Detoxification and Treatment of Chronic Infections will be included. This week-long retreat is limited to seasoned students of Dr. Klinghardt. CONTACT: Klinghardt Academy of Neurobiology, 303-499-4700; info@klinghardt.org; http://www.klinghardt.org

AUGUST 21-23: FAMILY CONSTELLATION TRAINING SEMINARS with Dietrich Klinghardt, MD, PhD in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. This training is both for health care practitioners, students, parents, patients and interested teenagers. This workshop is offered with the intent to create health. Dr. Klinghardt uses a modification of Bert Hellinger's family constellation approach. With this work the most destructive forces in the client's health, life and energy field can be removed. Medical interventions which previously were ineffective suddenly work, fast, miraculously and often with laser-like accuracy. Also, DECEMBER 5-6 in Seattle, Washington. CONTACT: Klinghardt Academy of Neurobiology, 303-499-4700; info@klinghardt.org; http://www.klinghardt.org

AUGUST 28-30: AUTONOMIC RESPONSE TESTING III with Dietrich Klinghardt, MD, PhD in Bellevue, Washington (near Seattle). Dr. Klinghardt will reveal advanced techniques in bio-energetic testing using techniques that have been developed over the last four years at his private clinic and at his research institute in Germany. The focus of this training is on the biophoton field and the detection of perturbances in the field, their meaning and the most effective and least invasive ways to correct them. The seminar will include the application of autonomic response testing (ART) in anti-aging medicine (biological hormonal and metabolic balancing), dentistry and orthopedics. Learn the most accurate diagnostic procedures for the jaw and teeth, and the latest advances in treating Lyme disease. Dr. Klinghardt will also venture into the more mystical areas of healing and teach how to successfully address deep-seated psychological and spiritual problems. CONTACT: Klinghardt Academy of Neurobiology, 303-499-4700; info@klinghardt.org; http://www.klinghardt.org

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SEPTEMBER 10-12: 17th ANNUAL WORLD CONGRESS ON ANTI-AGING MEDICINE & REGENERATIVE BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES @ the San Jose Convention Center in San Jose, California. Learn the latest, cutting-edge medical technologies with 3,000 expected international participants with 400 exhibitors. CONTACT: 1-888-997-0112; event@worldhealth.net; http://www.worldhealth.net

SEPTEMBER 12-13: VITAMINS with Dr. Michael Dobbins in Seattle, Washington. 12 CEUs. CONTACT: Tisha, 800-292-6699; Tisha@phytovita.com

SEPTEMBER 12-13: 6th ANNUAL NON-CLINICAL CAREERS FOR PHYSICIANS CONFERENCE: Your Action Plan for the Future in Chicago, Illinois. Presented by Seak, Inc. Preconferences on SEPTEMBER 10-11. CONTACT: 508-457-111; fax 508-540-8304; http://www.seak.com

SEPTEMBER 12-16: THE CENTER FOR MIND-BODY MEDICINE presents MIND-BODY MEDICINE PROFESSIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM @ Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina in San Diego, California. CONTACT: http://www.cmbm.org/mbm

SEPTEMBER 19: POWER OF PURIFICATION with Dr. Holly Carling in Boise, Idaho. Also, NOVEMBER 14 in Portland, Oregon. CEUs available. CONTACT: Tisha, 800-292-6699; Tisha@phytovita.com

SEPTEMBER 21-25: INSTITUTE FOR FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE presents APPLYING FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE IN CLINICAL PRACTICE @ the Hyatt Regency in Baltimore, Maryland. CONTACT: 800-228-0622 or 253-858-4724; suesabol@fxmed.com; http://www.functionalmedicine.org

SEPTEMBER 21-26: ADVANCED CLINICAL APPLICATIONS OF THE ECLECTIC TRIPHASIC MEDICAL SYSTEM IN CANCER THERAPIES in Ashland, Oregon. Presented by Donald R. Yance, CN, RH with Chanchal Cabrera MSc, RH. CONTACT: 541-201-9985; http://www.mederifoundation.org

SEPTEMBER 25-26: BIOLOGICAL MEDICINE APPROACHES IN THE TREATMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF CANCER with Thomas Rau, MD (Paracelsus Clinic, Switzerland) and James Odell, OMD, L.Ac, (Louisville, Kentucky) @ The Lakeside in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Themes: Paracelsus Dietary Approach to Cancer, Orthomolecular Supplementation, Phytotherapy, Haptenes and Enderleinian Remedies, Diagnostic Testing, Applications of Mistletoe, IV Protocols, Estrogen Metabolism and Excretions, Whole Body and Local Hyperthemia, Ozone Applications, Paracelsus Protocols for Breast and Prostate Cancer. Special lecture: Lyme Disease. CONTACT: Paracelsus Biological Medicine Network, 508-748-0816; fax 508-748-1976; http://www.pbmn.org; info@pbmn.org

SEPTEMBER 25-27: LOOMIS INSTITUTE OF ENZYME NUTRITION presents LOOMIS DIGESTIVE HEALTH SPECIALIST PROGRAM in Chicago, Illinois. CONTACT: 800-662-2630; http://www.loomisinstitute.com

SEPTEMBER 26: 21st CENTURY NUTRITION with Drs. Jeannette & George Birnbach in Coeur D'Alene, Idaho; OCTOBER 24 in Seattle, Washington. CEUs available. CONTACT: Tisha, 800-292-6699; Tisha@phytovita.com

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OCTOBER 2-4: INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE OF INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE presents ADVANCED COURSE IN METAL TOXICITY – The Impact on Human Health: Remedies and Rationale in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Essential for integrative doctors who practice chelation therapy. Theme: The Use by Terrorist of Compounds with Chelation Remedies. CONTACT: http://www.integrativemedicineconference.com.

OCTOBER 3-4: CONTACT REFLEX ANALYSIS with Dick Versendahl, DC in Vancouver, Washington. Contact Reflex Analysis is an analytical, healthcare methodology whereby the CRA practitioner evaluates his or her patient's overall health status by systematic "energetic" testing. CONTACT: 806-863-5448

OCTOBER 3-4: VACCINATIONS, IMMUNE SUPPORT AND RESPIRATORY HEALTH WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS with Michael Gaeta, DAc, MS, CDN in Portland, Oregon. 12 CEUs. CONTACT: Tisha, 800-292-6699; Tisha@phytovita.com

OCTOBER 4-8: 10th ANNUAL THE SCIENCE & CLINICAL APPLICATION OF INTEGRATIVE HOLISTIC MEDICINE @ Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles in Chantilly, Virginia. Sponsored by Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine and the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine. A one-of-a-kind educational experience that includes an up-to-date review of integrative holistic medicine science and research, as well as an opportunity for personal renewal. Optional Board Certification Exam on OCTOBER 9. CONTACT: Scripps Conference Services & CME, 858-652-5400; http://www.scripps.org/conferenceservices; med.edu@scrippshealth.org

OCTOBER 9-11: LYME AND OTHER CHRONIC ILLNESSES in Bellevue, Washington (near Seattle). Taught by Dietrich Klinghardt and guest speakers. Lyme disease, chronic mycoplasma infections, herpes and other modern illnesses affect us in multiple ways and are often the cause of chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and many other illnesses. In this seminar we will focus on the solutions: What are the relevant diagnostic tests and strategies available to measure the body burden of toxins? Which detoxification strategies are safe, effective, reliable and affordable? What can we do to change and improve the future of our lives as we hope to live it? CONTACT: Klinghardt Academy of Neurobiology, 303-499-4700; info@klinghardt.org; http://www.klinghardt.org

OCTOBER 10-11: FOUNDATIONS OF FUNCTIONAL NUTRITION SEMINAR (Part 1) with Gray L. Graham, in Federal Way, Washington. Up to 16 CE credits. This seminar is considered by many to be the ultimate system for integrating nutrition into a wellness practice. Using functional assessment tools, lingual neuro testing, and the all new Nutri-Q software system, you will learn a complete office protocol. Part I includes digestion, mineral balance, hydration, essential fatty acid balance, and blood sugar handling. Also, NOVEMBER 7-8 in Vancouver, Washington. CONTACT: 800-636-6913; http://www.bioticsnw.com

OCTOBER 16-18: 10th ANNIVERSARY INTERNATIONAL IRIDOLOGY AND INTEGRATIVE HEALTHCARE CONGRESS @ Cincinnati Airport Marriott Hotel near Cincinnati, Ohio. Offers education in a wide range of holistic and integrative clinical modalities taught by leading edge pioneers from around the world. 35+ unique product exhibitors complement the program. This Congress has great appeal and relevance to all practitioners who are choosing to enhance their knowledge and skills. 3 full days and a Gala 10th Anniversary Banquet. $295. CONTACT: David J. Pesek. Ph.D., International College of Iridology, 888-573-EYES (3937); http://www.iridologycollege.org

OCTOBER 17: MAKING NUTRITION WORK with Dr. Holly Carling in Anchorage, Alaska. 8 CEUs. CONTACT: Tisha, 800-292-6699; Tisha@phytovita.com

OCTOBER 18-23: SCRIPPS CENTER FOR INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE presents its 9th ANNUAL DESTINATION HEALTH: RENEWING MIND, BODY AND SOUL @ Kauai Marriott Resort & Beach Club in Kauai, Hawaii. Join us for a week of education, relaxation, rejuvenation and inspiration. Each day begins with morning renewal sessions inviting you to meditate, relax, exercise or reflect. The day continues with presentations and workshops by speakers with expertise in a wide-variety of integrative holistic medicine topics. Personalized healing touch and nutrition consultations are also available throughout the week. CONTACT: Scripps Conference Services & CME, 858-652-5400; http://www.scripps.org/conferenceservices; med.edu@scrippshealth.org

OCTOBER 21-24: 7th ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL RESTORATIVE MEDICINE CONFERENCE – Practical Skills in Endocrinology in Sedona, Arizona. Features nutritional and botanical medicine approach to chronic disease and certification in Wilson's Temperature Syndrome. 19.5 CME credits. CONTACT: 800-420-5801; http://www.restorativemedicine.com

OCTOBER 21-24: 9th COOLEY'S ANEMIA SYMPOSIUM in New York City, New York. This symposium will integrate basic science and clinical research so that both bench researchers and clinicians can develop a mutual understanding of recent progress in thalassemia. CONTACT: http://www.nyas.org/Cooleys9
(Editor note: Try this link instead: http://www.nyas.org/events/eventDetail.asp?eventID=
13345&date=10/21/2009%208:00:00%20AM)

OCTOBER 23-25: SEAK, INC. 10th ANNUAL FICTION WRITING FOR PHYSICIANS in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Faculty includes Michael Palmer, MD and Tess Gerritsen, MD. Preconferences on OCTOBER 22-23. CONTACT: 508-457-111; fax 508-540-8304; http://www.seak.com

OCTOBER 23-25: INSTITUTE OF WOMEN'S HEALTH AND INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE presents SPECIAL TOPICS with Tori Hudson, ND in Portland, Oregon. CONTACT: Karen Hudson, 503-222-2322; fax 503-222-0276; karenh@instituteofwomenshealth.com; http://www.instituteofwomenshealth.com

OCTOBER 23-25: ADVANCED ENERGY PSYCHOLOGY TECHNIQUES, with Dietrich Klinghardt, MD, PhD in Bellevue, Washington (near Seattle). Learn three simple, practical and yet powerful tools: Genogram development and its practical application, Bert Hellinger's systemic psychology and constellation work, Dr. Klinghardt's psychokinesiology and brief healing visualizations. We will explore specifics in the treatment of developmental childhood disorders (autism, seizures, dyslexia etc), cancer, chronic fatigue, MCS and chronic pain. There will be many demonstrations, time for hands-on practice and presentation of case studies. CONTACT: Klinghardt Academy of Neurobiology, 303-499-4700; info@klinghardt.org; http://www.klinghardt.org.

OCTOBER 24: 21ST CENTURY NUTRITION: Phase II with Drs. Jeannette & George Birnbach in Seattle, Washington. 12 CEUs. CONTACT: Tisha, 800-292-6699; Tisha@phytovita.com

OCTOBER 29-NOVEMBER 1: 44th ANNUAL AMERICAN ACADEMY OF ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE MEETING - BODY UNDER SIEGE: INFLAMMATION AND AUTOIMMUNITY @ The Wild Horse Pass Resort in Chandler, Arizona (near Phoenix). CONTACT: http://www.aaemonline.org

OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 6: 36th BADEN-BADEN MEDICINE WEEK & BIOLOGICAL MEDICINE TOUR TO GERMANY. Occidental Institute Research Foundation is sponsoring one full day of English language lectures as an official part of the world famous "Medicine Week" with 10 renowned international speakers. Tour program includes additional private English language seminars with German lecturers as well as pharmacy and clinic visits. CONTACT: Occidental Institute, 800-663-8342; 250-490-3318; fax 250-490-3348; http://www.oirf.com; support@oirf.com

OCTOBER 31 – NOVEMBER 7: CRADLE OF CIVILIZATION CRUISE from Venice, Italy to Greece, Turkey, Croatia, and back. Earn 12 CEUs and learn effective nutritional therapies, focusing on healthy aging, to implement in your practice. Presented by Standard Process Inc., Texas Chiropractic College, and the U.M. Miller School of Medicine, Division of Complementary & Integrative Medicine. CONTACT: 800-422-0711

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NOVEMBER 7 & 10: FALL 2009 SOUTHWEST COLLEGE OF NATUROPATHIC MEDICINE'S NATUROPATHIC DISCOVERY DAY in Tempe, Arizona. An opportunity to learn more about naturopathic medicine and SCNM's program for prospective students, patients, health care practitioners, and health food industry professional. Free. CONTACT: 480-858-9100 or 888-882-7266; http://www.scnm.edu/discovery_day/index.php (Editor note: Website http://scnm.edu/experience/discovery-day.php says Nov. 14 & 17)

NOVEMBER 7-11: 11th ANNUAL THE SCIENCE AND CLINICAL APPLICATION OF INTEGRATIVE HOLISTIC MEDICINE @ Paradise Point Resort and Spa in San Diego, California. Sponsored by Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine and the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine. Pre-Conference Seminar: Bringing Integrative Medicine to Your Practice on NOVEMBER 6. Optional ABIHM Board Certification Exam on NOVEMBER 12. CONTACT: Scripps Conference Services & CME, 858-652-5400; http://www.scripps.org/conferenceservices; med.edu@scrippshealth.org

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DECEMBER 5: THE ESSENTIALS OF NUTRITIONAL THERAPY with Dr. Jay Robbins in Olympia, Washington. 8 CEUs. CONTACT: Tisha, 800-292-6699; Tisha@phytovita.com

DECEMBER 9-12: 17th ANNUAL WORLD CONGRESS ON ANTI-AGING MEDICINE & REGENERATIVE BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES @ the Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Learn the latest, cutting-edge medical technologies with 6,000 expected international participants with 400 exhibitors. CONTACT: 1-888-997-0112; event@worldhealth.net; http://www.worldhealth.net

DECEMBER 11-13: MATRIX THERAPY AND NEURAL THERAPY WITHOUT NEEDLES with Dietrich Klinghardt, MD, PhD in Bellevue, Washington (near Seattle). What are practical solutions for all of us bombarded daily by chemicals, pesticides, heavy metals like mercury, other toxins, microbes, parasites, viruses, fungi, electromagnetic radiation, microwaves, and more? This workshop focuses on the latest international advances in Energy Medicine, the physics of the body and specific devices that have the potential to accelerate healing. The workshop will also cover solutions for issues of Electrosmog, which greatly disturbs brain function, immune system function and more. CONTACT: Klinghardt Academy of Neurobiology, 303-499-4700; info@klinghardt.org; http://www.klinghardt.org

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2010

JANUARY: FOUNDATIONS OF FUNCTIONAL NUTRITION SEMINAR (Part II) with Gray L. Graham in Olympia, Washington. This seminar is considered by many to be the ultimate system for integrating nutrition into a wellness practice. Part II includes cardiovascular/maintenance care nutrition, immune and allergies, and endocrine/female hormone dysfunction. CONTACT: 800-636-6913; http://www.bioticsnw.com

JANUARY 21-24: SCRIPPS CENTER FOR INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE presents 7th ANNUAL NATURAL SUPPLEMENTS: AN EVIDENCE-BASED UPDATE @ Paradise Point Resort in San Diego, California. During this informative and comprehensive CME conference, renowned faculty will present a concise, clinically relevant overview of the latest information on natural supplements and nutritional medicine with an emphasis on disease states. The course provides practical information for health care professionals who make nutritional recommendations or manage dietary supplement use. CONTACT: Scripps Conference Services & CME, 858-652-5400; http://www.scripps.org/conferenceservices; med.edu@scrippshealth.org

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