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Themes: Immunity, inflammation, mental health
The ICNM scientific committee and the executive organizing committee is working together to present an exceptional program in line with our commitment to innovation, expertise and excellence.
The goal of the ICNM is to provide an environment where you are able to learn new ways to enhance your practice, and as a result, to apply that knowledge immediately.
MEET OUR TOP SPEAKERS
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MEET OUR TOP RESEARCHERS
Dr Matthew Hicks ND
USA
Olivia Giguere ND
USA
Francisco Cidral-Filho ND
BRASIL
Karen Mcelroy ND
AUSTRALIA
Teresa Catarina Maia ND
PORTUGAL
Claudia Teixeira de Almeida ND
PORTUGAL
Carolina Dos Santos ND
PORTUGAL
Dr Daniele Gould ND
ISRAEL
Diana Vidinha ND
PORTUGAL
Sara Rosado Ricardo ND
PORTUGAL
Andrew Cameria Gomez ND
PORTUGAL
Angela Doolan BA, BNat
AUSTRALIA
Netta Gerad ND
ISRAEL
Orly Ben Lulu ND
ISRAEL
Shani Oved ND
ISRAEL
Efrat Algressi ND
ISRAEL
Igor Ogorevc ND
ITALY
Tania Pinto ND
PORTUGAL
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REGISTRATION OPEN – WELCOME DESK
EXHIBITION HALL OPEN, NETWORKING, POSTER PRESENTATIONS
WELCOME NOTE - ICNM Executive Committee & Ambassadors
OFFICIAL OPENING
Dysautonomia and vagal tone: Hacking the vagus nerve - Dr Sussanna CZERANKO ND
Dr Sussanna CZERANKO ND
Published over 150 articles on naturopathic medicine: NDNR, Townsend Letters for Doctors, Vital Link, etc. Author of 12 book collection on naturopathic history, The Hevert Collection. Practiced naturopathic medicine for over 30 years and currently practices in a traditional naturopathic and Balneotherapy clinic. Emerita Curator of the Rare Books Collection at National University of Natural Medicine, Portland, Oregon. Member CAND, SANP.
Microbiome Therapies for the Treatment of Alcohol-Associated Hepatic & Neurological Pathology - Dr Mark DAVIS ND, FABNG
Dr Mark DAVIS ND, FABNG
Pioneered naturopathic FMT in North America. Co-founder, Gastroenterology Association of Naturopathic Physicians. Naturopathic gastroenterology professor, Sonoran University of Health Sciences. Chief Scientific Officer at Biome Bridge (fecal microbiota transplantation). Member MAND.
Nature’s original immunotherapy: Viscum Album Extract, mistletoe - Dr Nasha WINTERS ND, FABNO, L.Ac
Dr Nasha WINTERS ND, LAc, FABNO
Naturopathic Doctor, Member SIO, ASCO, AANP, CoANP, OncANP, AIHM; visionary and CEO of Optimal Terrain Consulting, Changing the Cancer Conversation; Best Selling Author “The Metabolic Approach to Cancer” co-authored with Jess Higgins-Kelley, MNT; lectures and presents worldwide on Integrative Oncology, Mistletoe Ambassador.
Genetic polymorphisms that influence immunity, inflammation and mental health: Lessons learned from bacteria, parasites, viruses and vaccines - Steven OTTERSBERG ND, MS Biochemistry
Steven OTTERSBERG MSc
B.S. Biochemistry, M.S. (ABD) in Biochemistry; Research focus on drug design, biochemistry, toxicology and physiology; Clinical nutrition expert, Oncology Nutrigenomic Coach, Consultant Optimal Terrain Consulting; Faculty member of Progressive Medical Education, teaching human genetic testing in medicine for physicians; International Lecturer and Speaker.
Restoring mental health naturally: Addressing suicides, anxieties & hope - Dr Megan KIMBERLEY BSc, ND
Dr Megan KIMBERLEY BSc, ND
Naturopathic Doctor in clinical family practice for over 22 years. Studied Biopsychology and Theatre at the University of British Columbia. Teaches and guides meditation groups at the Kimberley Health Centre, since 2005. Successfully nurtured two children into their teenage years. Member: BCNA, CAND, AMWA.
PRESENTING ICNM PARTNERS
WELCOME COCKTAIL RECEPTION – EXHIBITION, NETWORKING, POSTERS
TO VIEW PROGRAM DAY 2: CLICK ABOVE - SATURDAY JULY 6
Mind, Body & Spirit Meditation
Estrobolome: Link between intestinal microbiota, estrogen metabolism and estrogenic cancers - Dr Nalini CHILKOV L.Ac. OMD
Dr Nalini CHILKOV L.Ac. OMD
Founder, American Institute of Integrative Oncology. Creator of the OutSmart Cancer® System and OutSmart Cancer® Roadmaps. Leading edge authority and pioneer in the field of Integrative Cancer Care, Cancer Prevention and Immune Enhancement with over 35 years of experience with thousands of patients? Best Selling Author: 32 Ways to OutSmart Cancer: How to Create a Body Where Cancer Cannot Thrive. Member: American Institute of Integrative Oncology, Society of Integrative Oncology, Institute for Functional Medicine, California Acupuncture Association.
Restoring Health Naturally: Focus on Immunity, Inflammation & Mental Health - Invited Guest Speaker
The first 1000 days of life: Setting the framework for lifelong health & optimal immunity - Dr Cathy CARLSON-RINK ND, RM
Dr Cathy CARLSON-RINK ND, RM
BSPE with distinction in Physical Education with a Major in Health and Fitness from the University of Saskatchewan(1987) Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (1995) with post graduate certificate in Midwifery (1996) from Bastyr University. First Naturopathic Physician to work as Licensed Midwife in Canada; Instructor of Obstetrics at Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (Boucher Campus) since 2002. Taken care of children from preconception, pregnancy and childhood to adulthood which has provided a unique opportunity for lifelong prevention. Delivered over 1500 babies in both the home and hospital setting. Member CAND
Clocks in the clinic: Back to the rhythms of nature - Dr David W. LESCHEID B.Sc, ND, Ph.D
Dr David W. LESCHEID B.Sc, ND, PhD
PhD in Molecular Biology and Protein Chemistry from the University of Victoria, BSc in Biology and a Diploma in Health and Fitness Studies from Simon Fraser University, Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from the CCNM. Current areas of expertise include the roles of the following topics in human health: inflammation and inflammation resolution, mitochondria, probiotics and the microbiome, the extracellular matrix, the intestinal epithelial barrier, environmental toxicants, hormesis, and systems science. Passionate about finding the overlap between the wisdom of traditional medicine and the discoveries of modern science. Freelance medical and scientific consultant, performing translational research and medical writing for Integrative Medical healthcare companies.
BREAK, NETWORKING, EXHIBITION, POSTERS
Mitochondria, chronic inflammation, and the immune system: How mitochondrial dysfunction may be at the center of the inflammatory storm & how to fix it - Dr Lindsay ADRIAN ND, FABNO
Dr Lindsay ADRIAN ND, FABNO
Naturopathic medical education at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine Boucher campus. Fellow of the American Board of Naturopathic Oncology. Clinical focus on integrative oncology and complex chronic conditions. Speaker for multiple international conferences and continuing education platforms. Member: Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians, BC Naturopathic Doctors Association, Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors.
Growing mental health crisis: Therapeutic effects and mechanism of essential oils and the interaction between the nervous and respiratory systems - Michael SCHOLES Master Herbal Medicine, Professor
Michael SCHOLES, Master Herbal Medicine, Professor,
Master Herbalist, Professor, Expert in Aromatherapy, Biomedical Sciences Doctorate, Consultant, 30 years’ practice in Formulation, Research, Science & Application, created over 750 formulas; Specialist in Chronic Disease; National & International Lecturer; President Michael Scholes School of Aromatic Studies, Principal Laboratory of Flowers Aromatic Apothecary. UK
BREAK, NETWORKING, EXHIBITION
The Use of Mushroom Nutrition in Neurodegenerative Conditions - Prof. Harald VAN DER BIEST
Prof. Harald VAN DER BIEST
Professor of Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs at College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (OTCG) – Belgium (2006-present). 20 years of Clinical Experience in Practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine (Acupuncture, Herbs and Medicinal Mushrooms) (2005-present). Professor of Medicinal Mushrooms for Mycology Research Laboratories.
Beyond supplements: How to support patients mental, emotional and spiritual health - Dr Christina BJORNDAL ND
Dr Christina BJORNDAL ND
Dr Bjorndal brings her lived experience with depression (suicide survivor), anxiety, bulimia, and bipolar disorder type 1 (psychosis survivor) as well as her clinical training as a naturopathic doctor, along with her additional training in mind, body medicine when striving to address patients mental health concerns. Having overcome many mental health challenges, Dr. Chris is a gifted speaker and best selling author who has shared her wellness philosophy with platforms such as Mariel Hemingway’s out comes the sun show, the Jenny McCarthy show, the International Bipolar Foundation, and many health summits and docuseries. She is recognized as a top ND to follow by two independent organizations. She has written four books on mental health. Member: CAND, AAND.
Electromagnetic fields and health : Clinical solutions to their effects on immunity, inflammation and mental health. - Dr Stephen MALTAIS ND, MSc
Dr Stephen MALTAIS ND, MSc
Dr Maltais ND was awarded the ICNM Certificate of Contribution at 7th Annual ICNM Congress in Paris in 2023. He has been published in scientific journals in Europe, the United States and Canada. He has taught and designed courses for the Institute of Holistic Nutrition in Toronto. Dr Maltais is a 2005 graduate from CCNM in Toronto who offers free lectures to the public on natural therapies that encourage self-healing. He is a practicing ND who has a strong faith and believes that love and laughter are essential to healing. Member: OAND, CAND.
Restore health naturally with functional and integrative immunity: focus on lymphocyte profiling, a powerful tool for regaining homeostasis in 4P medicine - Dr. Karine Bernard, PhD, ND
Dr. Karine Bernard, PhD, ND
Naturopath for over 20 years, specialized in immunonaturopathy and functional immunity. Nine years of research in Immunology and cancer research, doctorate in immunology.T rained adults in nutrition and naturopathy schools since 2008 and speaker. Writer of several books in French:” Réinventons notre immunité” (let’s reinvent our immunity). Member: ASCA, IFMI.
The Power of Naturopathic Medicine – Testimonial of recovery
TEA HAPPY HOUR + NETWORKING
TO VIEW PROGRAM DAY 3: CLICK ABOVE = SUNDAY JULY 7
Mind, Body & Spirit Meditation
KEYNOTE: The Science of Spirituality Practices : The Impact on Brain Health - Dr Sepideh HARIRI PhD
KEYNOTE
Dr. Sepideh Hariri PhD
Dr Hariri obtained her PhD in Physics, specializing in Biophysics and Medical Imaging in 2013, and has since been actively involved in education and research.She is currently an instructor in anesthesia at Harvard Medical School.Sepideh is also the Program Manager at the Sadhguru Center for a Conscious Planet, a multidisciplinary research center located at the Harvard-affiliated Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, MA. Inspired by her own transformative experiences with meditative practices over the past 2 decades, her research is now focused on meditation-based interventions, aiming to enhance brain health, cognition, and optimal aging.
Anxiety, depression & mental health: Homeopathy, trauma therapy & family constellations therapy - Dr Ameet AGGARWAL ND
Dr Ameet AGGARWAL ND
Naturopathic Doctor, Psychotherapist, voted top 43 NDs by the NDDC for combining naturopathic medicine, gestalt therapy and EMDR for anxiety, depression, trauma and disease. Bestselling author, over 16 years expertise combining naturopathic medicine, homeopathy and emotional healing technics to treat the origins of disease, including ancestral (family) and personal trauma. Ameet is an active supporter of the ICNM congress since its inception.
Testosterone: How it impacts mental health in men - Dr Michael MASON-WOOD ND
Dr Michael MASON-WOOD ND
Dr Mason-Wood has been in practice for 20 years, with a strong focus in environmental medicine for the last 12 years and after noticing a lot of low testosterone in men for several years, he and Dr. Chan decided that something needed to be done to reverse this negative trend. His book is the start of a long journey into reversing these negative trends. Working with the basics of detoxifying and using herbs we hope to help men increase their testosterone. Growing up in Mayo, Yukon with first nation heritage was the start to learning traditional herbal medicine which plays a huge role in his recipe and product formulations. He truly believes that men need to be proactive and take charge of their health to prevent the myriad of different symptoms associated with low testosterone. Member: CAND, AAND.
Boosting immunity through the body’s wisdom signs - Dr Christos MILIANKOS ND, BSC
Dr Christos MILIANKOS ND, BSC
Naturopathic Doctor, private clinic for 23 years, extensive expertise in Homeopathy, Integrated Iridology and Bowen Therapy. Past-President of the International Iridology Practitioners’ Association (IIPA).
Dr Miliankos use a variety of testing tools to accurately assess client’s needs.
These tools include Computer Iridology, Hemaview Live Blood screening, VLA Body composition analysis, Pathology testing and Allergy testing. Author of book: “People with Eyes like these”.
BREAK, NETWORKING, EXHIBITION
Mind, body and skin: Comprehensive, collaborative and integrative approaches to atopic dermatitis, eczema & skin conditions -Dr Julie HWANG ND, BSc
Dr Julie HWANG ND, BSc
Naturopathic Doctor in Toronto, Clinic Director of Aurum Medicine & Wellness Clinic, Functional Medicine Practitioner. Background in Physiology from McGill University with exchange at National University of Singapore, Clinical Researcher with University of Toronto on PUFAs and Intractable Seizures, Patient Care & Educator at Humlegaarden Cancer Center in Denmark. Former Executive Director of the UN Sustainable Development Goal recognized non-profit, the Women’s Healthy Environments Network (WHEN), Member and former Executive Officer of the Institute of Green and Open Sciences (IGOS). Affiliated with Green Neuroscience, Ambassador of the International Congress on Naturopathic Medicine. Entrepreneur and Consultant for Health Businesses, Background as Competitive Athlete. Member: OAND, CAND.
Gut Instincts: Exploring the Links between IBS/SIBO and Inflammation - Rosaria NITHART ND, BHSc
Rosaria NITHART ND, BHSc
Rosaria Nithart is an Australian naturopath and nutritionist with a Bachelor of Health Science in Complementary Medicine from Charles Sturt University. She’s been practicing since 2008, focusing on chronic digestive disorders such as IBS and SIBO. She has extensive experience as a university lecturer and clinic supervisor (Endeavour College of Natural Health and Think Education in Sydney). Since moving back to France in 2019, Rosaria created Expert SIBO, the first professional training course for French-speaking practitioners that focuses on SIBO. At the Autism Europe Conference in Nice in 2019, she presented a poster about “Celiac Disease in Autism Spectrum Disorders: a comorbidity?” (SAT02-80). Member NHAA, SPN.
Post traumatic stress: Counterstrain, novel physical medicine therapy (with live demo) - Dr Holly CHRISTY ND, LAc, CACI, JSCCI
Dr Holly CHRISTY ND, LAc, CACI, JSCCI
Dr. Christy is the co-founder and director of the Bridge Back Project since October of 2017, and is passionate about providing a research-based treatment to help ease suffering for those who have suffered from post-traumatic stress injuries. Instructor for the Counterstrain Academy and the Jones Institute, also clinical adjunct faculty member of Bastyr University. Dr. Christy earned her Bachelor of Science from the University of Washington, Master of Acupuncture from Northwest Institute of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine, Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from Bastyr University, Dr Christy has been in practice since 2000.
Anxiety through a biopsychosocial lens - Dr Emily WOLBERS ND
Dr Emily WOLBERS ND
Dr Wolbers owns her clinic, QC Natural Health, and has a thriving practice in the United States. She graduated medical school from the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon. She has a background in Dietetics and earned her Bachelor of Science from Bradley University. She is also a yoga instructor and has been teaching yoga for over a decade. Member: Gastro ANP, OANP, AANP.
Conclusion note of ICNM 2024
BREAK, NETWORKING, EXHIBITION
Closing of the 8th ICNM Barcelona 2024 - See you at the next ICNM Congress!
Advancement in traditional, complementary
& integrative medicine
HOT TOPICS
Over the course of the congress, advanced academic sessions will be included along keynotes & lectures presented by prominent professors from research centers and universities. Topics will include: immunity, inflammation, mental health, chronic diseases, treatments related to pain management, the nervous system, cardiovascular diseases and special dedicated sessions on nutrition, aromatherapy, herbal medicine, natural supplements, mind body spirit…..
Specialized Fields
Chronic Diseases
Pain Management
The Immune System
The Digestive System
Cardiovascular Diseases
The Nervous System
Anti-Ageing
Skin Diseases
Stress Management
Hormonal Imbalance
Mind, Body & Spirit
Rheumatology
Public Health Nutrition
Woman Health
Endocrine
Reproductive Medicine
Immunotherapy
Addiction Therapy
Inflammatory Therapy
Oncology
Specific Subjects
Acupuncture
Alternative Medicine
Complementary Medicine
Herbal Therapy
Naturopathic Medicine
Nutritional Medicine
Integrative Medicine
Chinese Medicine
Ayurveda
Meditation & Yoga
Osteopathy
Homeopathy
Holistic Medicine
Functional Medicine
Hydrotherapy
Iridology
Aromatherapy
Natural Therapies
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Themes: immunity, inflammation,
mental health
The ICNM scientific committee invites experts to submit an abstract to present at the 8th Annual Conference ICNM in Barcelona.
Key Dates
8th ICNM – Deadline for Oral Submission – SEPTEMBER 30, 2023Presentation Topics
The scientific committee welcomes relevant topics which address the current and future needs of healthcare professionals in many jurisdictions.
Significant learning objectives must be submitted in point or bullet form.
Instructions
All materials must be free from any commercial bias and be the presenter’s original material complete with appropriate sources and relevant disclosures.
Abstract submission form is to be filled out in English only.
Abstract submission form must contain learning objectives & references.