2010 FALL CONFERENCE NOV 5th - NOV 7th 2010
at The Hilton Garden Inn Airport Hotel -
5365 International Blvd - Charleston, SC 29418
SCHEDULE(click on title for detailed description)
Friday, November 5, 20107 hours and 45 minutes of training 9:00am-9:30am – “Introduction to Autism and BioNutritional Care”
Renee Tocco, D.C. History of autism and rapid rate of increase. Is autism really increasing at epidemic rates or has diagnostic criteria changed? The genetic and environmental causative factors in ASD. Prognosis for untreated ASD. Introduction to rationale substantiating BioNutritional Care
9:30am- 10:00am – “Proper Case History for Patient with ASD”
Kurt Woeller, DO Discuss the importance of a detailed history in regards to the following areas: Current diagnosis, GI health and history, antibiotic history, maternal prenatal history, maternal medical history, diet/nutritional history, current diet, current therapies, specific family history, specific social history, environmental history, developmental history, complete medical history (tests, surgery, injury, illnesses), immunization history, medication/ supplement history, current therapies and diets, and detailed sign and symptom assessment. Discuss the common physical examination findings of children with ASD.
10:00am-11:15am– “Role of the Gut in Autism, Causes and Effects of Dysbiosis, Inflammation
and Other GI Conditions” Nicola Mcfadzean, N.D. Role of the Gut in ASD. Brief discussion of normal GI anatomy and development.
Microorganisms in the GI tract. Intestinal dysbiosis and causes. Yeast overgrowth consequences. Overgrowth of abnormal bacteria, including Clostridia in the colon. The prevalence and consequences of oxylates. Constipation and diarrhea in autism. Adult diseases with dysbiosis a factor.Symptoms of dysbiosis and GI inflammation. 11:45am-1:15pm – “Testing and Treatment of Dysbiosis, Inflammation and Other GI Conditions”
Kurt Woeller, DO Testing for GI Dysbiosis and Inflammation. Discussion to include the Organic Acids Test, Comprehensive Stool Test, and Inflammation markers. GI treatment options to include natural antifungals, natural antibiotics (strep), probiotics, dealing with constipation, reducing oxylates, reducing inflammation (prescription options for referral to MD or DO. What are die-off reactions and how to minimize symptoms.
2:30pm-4:00pm “Dietary Interventions for ASD”
Maureen McDonnell, R.N. Discussion of the goals of all medical diets and the relationship with reduced inflammation, decreased food allergy & sensitivity, improved GI function and bowel movements, reduced leaky gut, enhanced immune function, optimized nutritional absorption and toxin elimination. Specific diets to be addressed: Gluten-Free Casein-Free, Anti-Candida, Specific Carbohydrate, Body Ecology and Low Oxylate. Discussion about how to choose the appropriate diet, how to individualize the diet, and tools to help families implement diet.
4:00pm-5:00pm- "Food and Inhalant Allergies in ASD, Testing and Treatment"
Nicola McFadzean, N.D. Food and Inhalant Allergies and ASD, Testing and Treatment. Topics include: Leaky Gut, most common allergens, symptoms of allergic reaction, Gluten and Casein and food additives. Tests include Food and Inhalant Tests and Panels. Options for treatment include elimination diets, enzymes and healing the gut.
5:30pm - 7:00pm - "Vaccines, Autism and Illness: Indisputable Evidence of Injury"
Mary Tocco Theory of vaccination versus natural immunity. Vaccine production and ingredients. Vaccine safety studies and efficacy. Side effects of vaccination. Toxicity concerns, including thimerosal and aluminum. How are vaccines linked to autism, ADD, asthma, diabetes, SIDS and microvascular ischemia.
Saturday, November 6, 2010 7 hours and 45 minutes of training 8:30am - 10:15am - "Part one: Understanding the Neuropathophysiology of ASD"
Greg Fors, DC To properly treat a child on the spectrum is vital to understand what is actually happening to their central nervous system. If not, we can fall prey to utilizing treatments that may not be addressing the underlying pathology the child faces. Learn what the latest neurometabolic and neuroimaging studies have to say about these complex disorders.
10:30am - 1:15pm - "Part two: The Neurological Workup of the ASD Toddler and Child"
Greg Fors, DC When treating a toddler or child with ASD, it is vital to do a proper neurological assessment for their age of their CNS. Not only does this give you a better understanding of the child, it allows you to use benchmarks to follow their progress. Without the proper neurological exam, you really have no idea what you are treating metabolically!
2:30pm - 3:00pm - "The Role of Deficient Essential Fats, Cholesterol and Vitamin D in ASD"
Elizabeth Mumper, MD The role of deficient essential fats, vitamin D and cholesterol and ASD. Fatty acid metabolism indicators. Normal fat metabolism. Symptoms of EFA deficiency. Testing for EFA deficiency, vitamin D and cholesterol and appropriate supplementation.
3:00pm - 4:00pm -"The Role of Heavy Metals in ASD, Testing, Interpretation and Treatment"
Nicola McFadzean, N.D. Role of Heavy Metals in ASD. Sources of heavy metals in environment. Maternal heavy metal burden and the effects on the newborn child. Gender susceptibility to heavy metals. Methods for testing for heavy metal burden. Methods of chelation and chelating agents. Possible side effects of chelation
4:15pm - 5:15pm - "Immune System Dysfunction and Neuroinflammation in ASD. Testing, Interventions and Treatment"
Elizabeth Mumper, M.D. Immune System Dysfunction and Neuroinflammation in ASD. Normal Immune Balance. Immune Dysregulation in ASD and possible causes. Testing for immune system deficiency and dysregulation. Intervention for immune dysregulation. Vicious cycles of Inflammation. Causes of Neuroinflammation and testing for neuroinflammation. Nutritional supplements for Neuroinflammation.
5:15pm - 6:00pm - "My Three Children-From Birth to Regression to Recovery"
Wyndie Mileski A mother's account of the case studies of his three children. All three children suffered varying degrees of autism spectrum disorder. Through the use of BioNutritional Care and Chiropractic Care over the course of a couple of years, his children have all recovered from autism
Sunday, November 7, 2010 5 hours and 30 minutes of training 8:00am - 9:15am- "Impaired Detoxification, Metabolism and Oxidative stress and ASD, Testing and Treatment"
Elizabeth Mumper, M.D. Impaired Detoxification, Metabolism and Oxidative Stress in ASD Prevalence of high oxidative stress in ASD: Testing for oxidative stress. Nutritional supplements for oxidative stress. ASD and Methylation disturbances, the rationale behind the use of Methyl B12. Mitochondrial dysfunction and ASD. Causes of mitochondrial dysfunction. Testing for mitochondrial dysfunction. Nutritional Supplementation for mitochondrial dysfunction.
9:15am - 10:45am - "Targeted Applications for Nutritional Supplements"
Lori Knowles A comprehensive overview of some of the most effective nutritional supplements and Nutraceuticals to be used in BioNutritional Care. Discussion of common deficiencies, supplement options, indications, contraindications and proper dosing. Special considerations for supplementation with patients on the autism spectrum.
11:15am - 12:15pm - "Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for ASD"
Bill Schindler History of hyperbaric oxygen chambers. Explanation of physics substantiating hyperbaric oxygen therapy. The role of oxygen in healing. Scientific references regarding the effects of hyperbaric therapy and the affect on autism and other disorders.
12:15pm - 1:15pm - "Care for Preconception"
Maureen McDonnell, R.N. The state of a woman's health during pregnancy has a large influence on the health of her child. In this toxic environment, preconception care will become a very important part of healthcare. It is of utmost importance that a woman desiring to have a healthy pregnancy and child consider her body burden of toxins, including heavy metals, that she have optimum body function, and not be nutritionally deficient. Includes a discussion of environmental factors that predispose for autism, allergies, asthma, skin disorders, autoimmune disease and more.
2:15pm-3:00pm- "BioNutritional Care for Lyme Disease"
Nicola McFadzean, N.D. It is estimated that millions of Americans may suffer with Lyme disease. Those suffering with autism often have Lyme disease concurrently. Proper testing and diagnosis of Lyme disease. Appropriate and effective treatment options.
3:00pm-3:30pm- "BioNutritional Care Summary-Strategies for Success"
Renee Tocco, D.C. BioNutritional Care Summary: Common lab findings and where to start - including a simplified sequence of treatment. The strategy "Remove, Replenish, Rebuild". General supplement recommendations for those with ASD. Therapies that have a short response time versus those that have a longer response time and tracking progress.
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