Health Lecture
January 8, 2016 • Tieraona Low Dog, MD
Dr. Low Dog’s exploration of natural medicine and its role in modern health care began more than 35 years ago as she studied midwifery, herbal medicine, massage therapy and martial arts before earning her medical degree from the University of New Mexico
School of Medicine. She currently serves as the Fellowship Director for the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine. This two-year fellowship is the first integrative interdisciplinary program in the world committed to training teams of medical doctors, dentists, pharmacists, nursing professionals, physician’s assistants, dietitians, acupuncturists, naturopathic and chiropractic physicians in integrative health and medicine. Dr. Low Dog is a founding member of the American Board of Physician Specialties American Board of Integrative Medicine and the Academy of Women’s Health.
An internationally recognized expert in the fields of integrative medicine, dietary supplements and women’s health, Dr. Low Dog was appointed by President Bill Clinton to the White House Commission on Complementary and Alternative Medicine Policy, and has served on numerous other panels and councils.
Dr. Low Dog has been an invited speaker to more than 550 scientific/medical conferences, published 40 peer-reviewed articles, written 20 chapters for medical textbooks, and has authored four books, including two National Geographic books, Healthy at Home and Life is Your Best Medicine. She has appeared on CNN, ABC’s 20/20, is a frequent guest on the Dr. OZ show and NPR’s The People’s Pharmacy.
Morning Session
The Fire Within: Nutrition and Lifestyle Approaches for Chronic Inflammation
While acute inflammation is a vital and life-saving component of our body’s immune
and healing response, there is a growing consensus that persistent inflammation is
a common pathway for the development of disorders ranging from heart disease to
depression to cancer. In this highly informative session, we will explore the relationship between inflammation, disease, and oral health; and more importantly, discuss strategies for squelching the smoldering fire within.
Upon completion of this course, attendees will:
• Understand the relationship between inflammation and chronic disease
• Recognize the role of diet and lifestyle in persistent inflammation
• Be able to identify eight integrative strategies for reducing chronic inflammation
Afternoon Session
Dietary Supplements: What the Dental Team Should Know
The use of dietary supplements has become commonplace in the United States. Some nutritional supplements have been shown through scientific investigation to benefit oral and overall health.
However, there remain concerns regarding safety and quality. All members of the
health care team should be familiar with the evidence of safety and benefit for the most commonly used dietary supplements to enhance patient outcomes and reduce risk of adverse events associated with dental procedures.
Upon completion of this course, attendees will:
• Recognize the importance of calcium and vitamin D in oral and overall health
• Understand the role of various supplements on the body as a whole
• Be able to identify key risks and benefits of commonly used dietary and botanical
supplements on oral health and during dental procedures
*Partial sponsorship(s) still pending.
Individual Meetings will be priced as follows:
Staff members, spouse, guests--------------------------------------------------------------------------$65
Member Dentists, full program including lunch- --------------------------------------------------$235
Non-Member Dentists, full program including lunch ------------------------------------------ $320
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