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AHVMA
WELCOME TO THE
2019 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
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NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE
SEPTEMBER 7–10, 2019
AMERICAN HOLISTIC VETERINARY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association 1
2 2019 AHVMA Conference – Nashville, Tennessee
Harmony at work !
TUNE INTO COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE VETERINARY MEDICINE
I am thrilled to welcome you to the
2019 AHVMA Conference in Nashville, AMAZING OPPORTUNITIES!
Tennessee — home of the Grand Ole Opry!
Increase your knowledge of
I hope that you will have an opportunity Complementary and Alternative
to experience the country flavor and Veterinary Modalities such as Western
offerings of Nashville. It is a fantastic Herbal Medicine, Homeopathy, Cancer
location for a meeting. For those who Management and Self-Care.
have attended an AHVMA Conference,
There are introductory sessions on
you know this meeting is unlike any many major modalities including
other. We come together to support each chiropractic, acupuncture and
other and reconnect on both a personal and professional level. nutrition. Even if you are new to holistic
We are truly a family. medicine, you will acquire a wealth of
practical knowledge and learn how you
The AHVMA Conference offers a wide array of lectures and
can integrate holistic medicine into
continuing education opportunities for attendees. The Planning
your practice!
Committee has done an outstanding job developing a program
to meet the needs of our diverse membership. Every year I am AHVMA is immensely grateful for
challenged to pick and choose which lectures to attend because our exhibitors and sponsors for their
there are so many that interest me. I have no doubt the same will continued support! Please take time
to visit the exhibit hall and learn about
be true this year.
the new options and products our
The annual banquet will be held on Saturday evening. The Council of supporters have to offer.
Elders’ Forum will take place the following evening, on Sunday. The • 91 hours of RACE approved sessions
Forum is always engaging and is one of the many unique features of
the AHVMA conference. The Elder’s Council also organizes a “Healer • Allied-organization approved CE
Heal Thyself” Retreat at the conclusion of the meeting. It is a time •H
ands-on workshops (advanced
when members give themselves permission for self-care, something registration required)
that is often not a priority in the life a busy holistic veterinarian.
BEFORE AND AFTER HOURS
This year, we will dedicate Monday evening to the AHVM SPECIAL EVENTS
Foundation Silent Auction. Thank you to the Members and • Tai Chi – every morning
exhibitors who have donated items for bidding. All proceeds
support veterinary students so that they can attend our annual • Annual Banquet – Saturday
meeting. By participating in the auction, you are supporting the • Live Band sponsored by Adored
future practitioners of holistic medicine. Beast Apothecary
We are very fortunate to have so many wonderful sponsors and • Forum lead by the Council of Elders
exhibitors for our Conference. Their generosity and continuing – Sunday
support are crucial to ensuring the success of our meeting. In addition • Silent Auction – Monday
to having a booth in the exhibition hall, a number of our sponsors
• E xhibitor hosted breakfast and lunch
also support breakfast and/or lunch meetings where they share
& learn meetings
information about their products and services. I want to personally
thank all of our sponsors and exhibitors, particularly those of you
who come to our meeting year after year and are so dedicated to
promoting holistic care in veterinary medicine. Download the AHVMA Mobile App
for up-to-the-minute updates, schedule
Thank you for joining us at this fantastic event. changes, and notifications. Play our mobile
app game for a chance to win prizes!
Dr. Gary Stuer
AHVMA President, 2018-2019
American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association 3
Holistic Medicine — WHAT ELSE IS POSSIBLE?
Continuing Education Information Thanks to the dedication of our members, AHVMA remains
This program 131-36838 is approved by AAVSB RACE to a proud member of the AVMA House of Delegates. As a
offer a total of 91.00 CE Credits (22.00 maximum to any one constituent/allied organization of the AVMA, many states grant
veterinarian or veterinary technician). Method of Delivery: blanket approval for AHVMA provided continuing education
Seminar/Lecture Lab/Wet Lab. This RACE approval is for the (CE). Please refer to your state’s veterinary practice Act Rules &
categories of: Regulations for specific requirements, limits and exclusions.
• Medical
Thank you to all of our allied groups who have reviewed and
• Non-Medical
approved CE for this program.
This approval is valid in jurisdiction which recognize AAVSB
RACE; however, participants are responsible for ascertaining Only registered veterinarians and veterinary technicians will
each boards CE requirements. RACE does not “accredit” receive CE credit and a certificate of attendance.
or “endorse” or “certify” any program or person, nor does
approval validate the content of the program.
SCHEDULE-AT-A- glance
Friday, September 6 Cocktail Reception Monday, September 9
Registration Desk 6:00pm – 7:00pm Breakfast Meetings*
9:00am – 5:00pm Banquet* 6:50am – 7:40am
Exhibitor Set-up 7:00pm Registration Desk
11:00am – 5:00pm Live Band & Dancing 8:00am – 5:00pm
Sponsored by Adored Beast Apothecary
CE Sessions
9:00pm – 12:00am
Saturday, September 7 8:00am – 4:00pm
Registration Desk Exhibit Hours
Sunday, September 8
6:30am – 5:00pm 9:30am – 5:00pm
Breakfast Meetings*
Breakfast Meeting* Refreshment Break
6:50am – 7:40am
6:50am – 7:40am 11:00am – 11:45am
Registration Desk
Exhibitor Set-up AHVMA General Meeting
7:30am – 5:00pm
7:00am – 9:00am 10:10am – 11:00am
CE Sessions
CE Sessions Lunch in Exhibit Hall
8:00am – 4:00pm
8:00am – 5:35pm 12:35pm – 2:10pm
Exhibit Hours
Exhibit Hours Lunch & Learn Meetings*
9:00am – 5:30pm
9:00am – 5:00pm 1:05pm – 1:55pm
Refreshment Break
Refreshment Break Closing Reception in Exhibit Hall
10:00am – 10:45am
10:00am – 10:45am 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Lunch in Exhibit Hall
Keynote Address Memorial Celebration
Sponsored by VBMA 12:35pm – 2:10pm
5:00pm – 6:00pm
11:50am – 12:40pm Lunch & Learn Meetings*
Silent Auction
Lunch in Exhibit Hall 1:05pm – 1:55pm
6:00pm – 8:00pm
12:40pm – 2:10pm Exhibit Hall Reception
Lunch & Learn Meetings* 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Tuesday, September 10
1:05pm – 1:55pm COE Forum
Registration Desk
Refreshment Break 6:30pm – 8:30pm
8:00am – 12:00pm
4:00pm – 4:45pm CE Sessions
8:00am – 12:05pm
*Ticketed event. You must present ticket upon arrival.
Please see schedule grid in this publication or mobile app for detailed information and locations. Schedule as of date of publication.
Schedule is subject to change. Attendees will be notified of any schedule changes via signage and mobile app notifications.
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VISIT US AT BOOTH #307 & #309
Hotel Information Food Outlets
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center AMERICAN
You’ll love the convenience of having everything in one place. Cascades American Cafe
Enjoy the 9 acres of lush indoor gardens and cascading waterfalls, Cascades American Cafe serves modern versions of classic American
or treat yourself to some time at the spa after a long day of lectures. dishes in a dramatic atrium setting surrounded by soothing waterfalls.
When it's time to refuel, sip and savor in our stylish steak, Mexican, Fuse Sports Bar
Italian and Japanese restaurants followed by a frozen yogurt or Watch the big game at Fuse Sports Bar, which offers more than 100
gelato dessert. high-definition TVs and a variety of tailgate-inspired dishes.
Registration Desk Delta Marketplace
Perfect for on-the-go guests, our marketplace in the Delta Atrium
The AHVMA registration desk is conveniently located outside Ryman
serves a wide array of coffee and beverages, breakfast items, salads,
Studios H/I. AHVMA lectures will be held in the Ryman Studio
sandwiches, snacks and more to help you start your day.
Rooms, with the Exhibit just down the hall in the Ryman Exhibit Hall
B2-4. Please see schedule for specific locations of your favorite sessions. Stax
Create a juicy, one-of-a-kind burger or sandwich just the way you
want it when you choose the size and sides at this restaurant on the
Let Us Show You The Way! Delta Island.
Pinpoint your exact location within the Resort
and allow the Navigate Gaylord Smartphone COFFEE HOUSE
app to guide you with step-by-step directions. Cocoa Bean
Visit: Navigategaylordhotels.com Choose from premium coffee drinks, fresh bakery and pastry items,
and gourmet sandwiches at our signature coffee bar overlooking the
twin falls in the Cascades Atrium. Located off the Cascades Lobby.
6 2019 AHVMA Conference – Nashville, Tennessee
CONTINENTAL MEXICAN
Conservatory Cafe Solario Cantina
This restaurant offers breakfast, sandwiches, wraps, salads and desserts Enjoy bold Mexican flavors, signature margaritas and more than
at the Magnolia entrance to the Garden Conservatory Atrium. We also 100 tequilas at this festive bar and restaurant. Located in Garden
proudly serve Starbucks® beverages. Conservatory Atrium.
JAPANESE PUB
Wasabi's Sushi Findley's
Japanese-style sushi and a broad selection of traditional sake Findley's features an antique wooden bar and wide selection of craft
and beer are served amidst lazily swimming koi and the soothing beers, making it the perfect place to unwind in Magnolia.
sound of waterfalls inside the Cascades American Café. Located SOUTHERN
in the Cascades Atrium. Jack Daniel's
ITALIAN Experience the fine tradition of the great Southern food Nashville is
Ravello known for. Sample hand-selected “Tennessee Sippin’ Whiskey” from the
Enjoy an Italian dinner inspired by the coastal city of Ravello on the distillery, located in Magnolia section.
lower level of our Garden Conservatory Atrium.
STEAKHOUSE
Paisano's Pizzaria & Vino Old Hickory Steakhouse
This festive yet casual restaurant serves up Tuscan-style pizza and pasta, A nod to President Andrew Jackson’s nickname, our signature steak
freshly baked bread sticks and fresh salads on the Delta Island. restaurant features 1855 Black Angus Beef seared to perfection, plus
artisan cheeses and an extensive wine list in Delta Atrium.
Level M (Convention Center)
Presidential Mezzanine Delta Mezzanine
Jackson A-F Bayou A-E
Lincoln A-E Canal A-E
Presidential Boardroom A & B
Washington A & B
Level M (Magnolia Mezzanine)
Belle Meade A-D
Belmont A-C
Cheekwood A-H
Davidson A-D
Hermitage A-E Delta island
Magnolia Ballroom
Magnolia Boardroom A & B Delta Island A-F
Delta Island Boardroom
Level 2 (Convention Center)
Tennessee Section
Tennessee Ballroom A-E
Tennessee Lobby & Reg Desk
Presidential Section
Presidential Ballroom A-E
Presidential Chamber A & B Level 0 (Convention Center)
Presidential Lobby & Reg Desk
Ryman Ballroom A-F
Governor's Section
Below the Tennessee Section
Govenor's Ballroom A-E
Governor's Chamber A-E Ryman Studios A-R
Below the Tennessee Section
Delta Section
Delta Ballroom A-D AHVMA Ryman Exhibit Hall B1-B6
Delta Ballroom Lobby & Reg Desk Registration Desk Below the Presidential Section
Ryman Exhibit Hall C1 & C2
Below the Delta Section
American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association 7
Keynote speaker
Continuing Education Greg Tilford,
This program 131-36838 is approved by Herbalist
AAVSB RACE to offer a total of 91.00 Greg Tilford is a leading force and
CE Credits (22.00 maximum to any one
early pioneer in the field of veterinary
veterinarian or veterinary technician). Methods
botanical medicine. His 24 years of
of delivery: Seminar/Lecture, Lab/Wet Lab.
professional experience as a formulating
This RACE approval is for the categories of:
herbalist and educator began while
• Medical living off the grid for 11 years in the
• Non-Medical rugged mountains of Montana. There
he engaged in an intensive study of
Use the AHVMA Mobile app to track your CE medicinal plants, their human and
and create your custom CE certificate! animal uses, and the intricate,
interconnected relationships that exist
AVMA HOUSE OF DELEGATES between all living things that depend
Thanks to the dedication of our members, upon them. His work transcends conventional science to explore
AHVMA remains a proud member of the
the roles of plants and animals as teachers and keepers of planetary
AVMA House of Delegates. As an allied
wellness. Greg has authored four books, including the acclaimed
organization of the AVMA, many states
“Herbs for Pets, The Natural Way to Enhance Your Pet’s Life”
grant blanket approval for AHVMA-provided
continuing education (CE). Please refer to and dozens of published articles. In recent years he has been
your state’s Veterinary Practice Act Rules & traveling the world, teaching and lecturing to audiences ranging
Regulation for specific requirements, limits, from lay pet owners to veterinarians and institutions of higher
and exclusions. education as far away as Japan, Taiwan, Thailand and Central
America. Part of his outreach effort is with bringing bioregional
IMPORTANT REMINDER herbalism into awareness, so common plants can be accessed
If you are an AHVMA Member who is and safely used in the care of animals anywhere, even in the
also an AVMA member, it is imperative most impoverished regions. Greg’s most current work focuses
that your AHVMA information and AVMA on the human-animal bond, and how plants, animals and earth
member information MATCH. If you have
are interlinked. In his much anticipated keynote address he will
had a change of name, address or any other
be sharing his insights of just how important the role of holistic
information please ensure both associations
veterinarian is in the grand scheme of health and healing, not
are up to date. We rely on your accurate
information to maintain our position in the just of animals, but of the entire planet.
AVMA House of Delegates.
Greg is the co-founder and president of Animal Essentials,
AHVMA OFFICE a company that has been manufacturing natural pet
supplements since 1995.
Phone: 410.569.0795
email: office@ahvma.org
Join us for the Keynote
Session on Saturday!
Special thanks to our ally and sponsor:
Veterinary Botanical Medical Association (VBMA).
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Saturda y, Sep t ember 7, 2019
6:50am - 7:40am Exhibitor Hosted Breakfast Meetings
Vendor Hosted Breakfast Meeting - VDI Labs FULL Ryman Studio ABC
7:00am - 7:30am Tai Chi - lead by Jim Clark - Ryman Courtyard
8:00am - 8:10am Announcements
INTRO LIFE WESTERN HOMEOPATHY
REHAB / LASER
TO CAVM TRANSITIONS HERBAL MEDICINE & HOMOTOXICOLOGY
R yman Studio ABC R yman Studio DE R yman Studio MNO R yman Studio PQR R yman Studio L
8:10am - 9:00am Intro to Holistic Medicine Rehab for the non-rehab Quality of Life Wayside Weeds that Intro to Homeopathy
Holistic Practitioner Assessment & Heal I
- Marge Lewter Restoration - Lisa Melling
- Janice Huntingford
- Alice Villalobos - Greg Tilford
9:10am - 10:00am Intro to Holistic Integrating Acupuncture Management Wayside Weeds that Homeopathic Prescribing
Nutrition & Manual Therapy for Non-Painful Conditions Heal II Common Clinical
the Treatment of Pain in Life-Limiting Disease Conditions
- Marge Lewter - Janice Huntingford
- Alice Villalobos - Greg Tilford
- Lisa Melling
10:00am - 10:45am Break in Ryman B2-4 Exhibit Hall
10:45am - 11:35am Intro to Veterinary Improving Outcomes Building a Team for Ethnomedicine Cross-Species Evaluation
Acupuncture by Integrating Rehab Pawspice Care in the
Techniques & Holistic Homeopathic Treatment
Veterinary Clinic - Laurie Dohmen
- Marge Lewter Therapies I
- Janice Huntingford - Alice Villalobos - Lisa Melling
11:50am - 12:40pm Keynote Sponsored by VBMA • Greg Tilford • Earth, Herbs & Animal Wellness - RYMAN BALLROOM
12:40pm - 2:10pm Lunch in Ryman B2-4 Exhibit Hall
1:05pm - 1:55pm Exhibitor Hosted Lunch & Learn Meetings ** ticketed events
Vendor Hosted Lunch Meeting - CURACORE FULL Ryman Studio L
Vendor Hosted Lunch Meeting - O3 VETS FULL Ryman Studio ABC
Vendor Hosted Lunch Meeting - VETCLASSICS FULL Ryman Studio MNO
2:10pm - 3:00pm Improving Outcomes
Intro to Chiropractic Decision-Making with Ethnoveterinary Intro to Veterinary
by Integrating Rehab Ethics, Empathy, Medicine Homotoxicology
Techniques & Holistic Economy
- Doug Knueven Therapies II
- Janice Huntingford - Alice Villalobos - Laurie Dohmen - Deborah Mitchell
3:10pm - 4:00pm Integrative Feline Pain Preventing Progressive & Regressive
Intro to Nutraceuticals Over-Treatment at Organoleptics
Management for the Emergency & Cancer Vicariation
- Doug Knueven - Laurie Dohmen
Feline Patient Referral Centers
- Janice Huntingford - Deborah Mitchell
- Alice Villalobos
4:00pm - 4:45pm Break in Ryman B2-4 Exhibit Hall
4:45pm - 5:35pm Intro to Western Herbs Integrative Pain Defending Euthanasia vs Bee Medicine: Honey to Homotox Isodes &
Prevention & Treatment Natural Death Venom Autosanguis
- Greg Tilford of Canine Athletes - Alice Villalobos
- Janice Huntingford - Laurie Dohmen - Deborah Mitchell
Evening Events
6:00pm Cocktail Reception - Tennessee Ballroom Lobby
ATTENTION - SILENT AUCTION WILL BE ON MONDAY THIS YEAR! Please donate and bid to support students!
7:00pm Banquet- **ticketed event - you must present your banquet ticket to enter ** - Tennessee Ballroom
9:00pm - midnight Evening Entertainment & Dancing - special treat this year... a LIVE BAND sponsored by Adored Beast Apothecary
VBMA
10 2019 AHVMA Conference – Nashville, TennesseeSund a y, Sep t ember 8, 2019
6:50am - 7:40am Exhibitor Hosted Breakfast Meetings
Vendor Hosted Breakfast Meeting - PHOTONIC HEALTH FULL Ryman Studio MNO
Vendor Hosted Breakfast Meeting - WELLSONG ENERGETICS FULL Ryman Studio ABC
Vendor Hosted Breakfast Meeting - VET MATRIX FULL Ryman Studio L
7:00am - 7:30am Tai Chi - lead by Jim Clark - Ryman Courtyard
8:00am - 8:10am Announcements
VETERINARY HERBAL VETERINARY
BODYWORKS CANCER
TECHNICIAN MEDICINE AROMATHERAPY
R yman Studio L R yman Studio MNO R yman Studio PQR R yman BALLROOM R yman Studio ABC
8:10am - 9:00am Recognizing the Primary Neurology of The Failing War on Skin Problems, Diving Essential Oil Essentials
Need of Who Shows Up Movement I Cancer Deeper I
that Day - Carol Falck
- Carl Destefano - Ian Billinghurst - Ihor Basko
- Janet Gordon Palm
9:10am - 10:00am I See a Bad Mood Neurology of Evolutionary Origins of Skin Problems, Diving End of Life Comfort
Movement II Cancer Deeper II with Essential Oils
Arising
- Janet Gordon Palm - Carl Destefano - Ian Billinghurst - Ihor Basko - Carol Falck
10:00am - 10:45am Break in Ryman B2-4 Exhibit Hall
10:45am - 11:35am Cancer... One Disease... Review of Nutrition &
The Feline Declaw Neurology of One Solution Essential Oils LAB
Supplements for Skin
Controversy Movement III
Session 1
- Janet Gordon Palm - Carl Destefano - Ian Billinghurst - Ihor Basko
(two hours)
11:45am - 12:35pm Vet Rehab Therapy & Diagnosing Peripheral Cancer Metabolism & Ethnobotany of
What Can You as a Nervous System Lesions I Regulation I Cannabis, Legal Landscape, - Carol Falck
Endocannabinoid System. space limited
Technician Do? - Carl Destefano - PJ Broadfoot registration required
- Jo Moyes - Gary Richter
12:35pm - 2:10pm Lunch in Ryman B2-4 Exhibit Hall
*ticketed events
1:05pm - 1:55pm Exhibitor Hosted Lunch & Learn Meetings
Vendor Hosted Lunch Meetings - PRIMAL PET FOODS FULL Ryman Studio ABC
Vendor Hosted Lunch Meetings - STEVE’S REAL FOOD FULL Ryman Studio L
Vendor Hosted Lunch Meetings - DARWIN’S FULL Ryman Studio MNO
2:10pm - 3:00pm Rehab: More than an Diagnosing Peripheral Cancer Metabolism & Phytocannabinoids, Essential Oils LAB
Underwater Treadmill Nervous System Lesions II Regulation II Terpenes, &
Cannabinomimetrics
- Jo Moyes Session 2
- PJ Broadfoot (two hours)
- Carl Destefano - Gary Richter
3:10pm - 4:00pm Structural Stamina: Diagnosing Peripheral Cancer, Thymus Extracts Cannabinoids: Specific - Carol Falck
Musculoskeletal Longevity Nervous System Lesions III & Bioregulatory Therapy Indications & Dosing
Guidelines space limited
- PJ Broadfoot registration required
- Jo Moyes - Carl Destefano - Gary Richter
4:00pm - 5:30pm Reception in Ryman B2-4 Exhibit Hall
Evening Events
6:30pm - 8:30pm Forum Organized by the Council of Elders - Mark Haverkos - OPEN TO ALL ATTENDEES - Ryman Studio ABC
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6:50am - 7:40am Exhibitor Hosted Breakfast Meetings
Vendor Hosted Breakfast Meeting - TREATIBLES - visit booth for tickets to Treatibles breakfast meeting Ryman Studio DE
Vendor Hosted Breakfast Meeting - STANDARD PROCESS - FULL Ryman Studio ABC
Vendor Hosted Breakfast Meeting - BEMER FULL Ryman Studio L
7:00am - 7:30am Tai Chi - lead by Jim Clark - Ryman Courtyard
8:00am - 8:10am Announcements
EMF
GOOD EMERGING HOLISTIC SELF
& HERBAL
VIBRATIONS MEDICINE ORIGINS CARE
MEDICINE
R yman Studio PQR R yman Studio ABC R yman Studio L R yman Studio MNO R yman Studio DE
8:10am - 9:00am Is EMF Exposure Really a Stone Medicine: Treat Edgar Cayce’s Tips for Beginnings of Care Giving:
Iridology I
Yourself & Your Patients I Holistic Health I Attachment Patterns Inform
Big Deal?
- Mona Boudreaux - Lisa Fox Wright Who We Are.
- Odette Suter - Doug Knueven
- Michele Gaspar
9:10am - 10:00am EMFs - Protecting and Stone Medicine: Treat Iridology II Edgar Cayce’s Tips for Are you an Effective or
Remediation Yourself & Your Patients II Holistic Health II Defective Care-Giver?
- Mona Boudreaux - Lisa Fox Wright - Doug Knueven
- Odette Suter - Michele Gaspar
10:10am - 11:00am AHVMA Annual General Meeting - Ryman Ballroom
11:00am - 11:45am Break in Ryman B2-4 Exhibit Hall
11:45am - 12:35pm Phytotherapy for Rabbits Integrating Sound Thera- Intro to Ozone Bridging the Divide: Burnout: The Erosion of
py into your Practice Chinese Medicine & the Healer’s Soul
- Barbara Fougere - Marlene Siegel Modern Medical Science I
- Jennifer Hebel - Michele Gaspar
- Gary Stuer
12:35pm - 2:10pm Lunch in Ryman B2-4 Exhibit Hall
*ticketed events
1:05pm - 1:55pm Exhibitor Hosted Lunch & Learn Meetings
Vendor Hosted Lunch Meetings - K9 NATURAL FULL Ryman Studio L
Vendor Hosted Lunch Meetings - VETCLASSICS FULL Ryman Studio MNO
Vendor Hosted Lunch Meetings - PET RELEAF - check with AHVMA registration desk for availability Ryman Studio ABC
2:10pm - 3:00pm Phytotherapy for Sonic Sports Massage Hormesis & Ozone Bridging the Divide: Mindfulness &
Cardiovascular Disease for the Canine Athlete Chinese Medicine & Self-Compassion
LAB - Marlene Siegel Modern Medical Science II on our Journey as Healers
- Barbara Fougere LAB
- Gary Stuer
(two hours) (two hours)
3:10pm - 4:00pm Phytotherapy for Thyroid space limited Ozone in Action: Case Bridging the Divide: space limited
Disease registration required Presentations Chinese Medicine & registration required
Modern Medical Science III
- Jennifer Hebel - Marlene Siegel
- Barbara Fougere - Gary Stuer - Michele Gaspar
4:00pm - 5:00pm Closing Reception in Ryman B2-4 Exhibit Hall - join us for refreshments and visit exhibitors
Evening Events
5:00pm - 6:00pm Memorial Celebration lead by Council of Elders - Ryman Studio ABC
SILENT AUCTION
6:00pm - 8:00pm AHVMF Silent Auction - Bid for a cause. Help support student scholarships - Ryman Ballroom
AHVM Foundation The Silent Auction will be held on Monday this year!
SILENT
Auction items include hand-made jewelry, artwork, gift certificates and vacations get-a-
ways. Thank you to all of the attendees and exhibitors who have donated items to this very
AUCTION
worthy cause!
Silent Auction donation forms are available online at www.AHVMF.org
Please be sure to fill out the value and minimum bid, and keep a copy for your tax records.
Silent auction donations may be dropped off at the AHVM Foundation booth #802 inside
the Exhibit Hall.
Proceeds benefit veterinary students interested in Integrative Veterinary Medicine.Tuesda y, Se p t e m b e r 10 , 2 019
7:00am - 7:30am Tai Chi - lead by Jim Clark - Ryman Courtyard
8:00am - 8:10am Announcements
SOURCES OF REHAB & TCM
POTPOURRI
SUPPORT PEMF PRINCIPLES
R yman Studio MNO R yman Studio DE R yman Studio ABC R yman Studio PQR
8:10am - 9:00am Stepping into the Knowing New Techniques to Diagnose Canine Orthotics & You In the Shadow of Sun Si Maio;
Field, Systemic Constellations Joint Disease Using Your Integrating Acupuncture
and the Veterinary Profession Hands - Paul Brumett & Herbal Prescription
- Caitlin Matthews - Laurie McCauley - Nate Heilman
9:10am - 10:00am Walking in Their Footsteps, Rear Limb Injury & Pain Bioresonance Therapy for Therapeutic & Diagnostic
Intuiting Animals’ Needs Treating Chronic Allergies Acupuncture I (Key Points Along
- Laurie McCauley LU, LI, ST, SP Channels)
- Caitlin Matthews - Regina Downey
- Nate Heilman
10:00am - 10:15am 15 Minute Break
10:15am - 11:05am Sources of Support for Healers Forelimb Injury & Pain Macronutrient Selection in Therapeutic & Diagnostic
LAB Dogs & the Impact on Health Acupuncture I (Key Points Along
- Laurie McCauley HT, SI, BL, KID Channels)
(two hours) - Mark Roberts
- Nate Heilman
11:15am - 12:05pm PEMF: A Clinical & Scientific Deer Velvet Benefits for Therapeutic & Diagnostic
- Caitlin Matthews Acupuncture I (Points Along
space limited Treatment Modality Degenerative Joint Disease
PC, TH, GB, LIV Channels)
registration required
- Laurie McCauley - Doron Zur
- Nate Heilman
J O I N U S N E X T Y E A R I N G R A P E V I N E , T E X A S • S E P T. 2 4 - 2 7 , 2 0 2 0
* * DETAILS & ROOM LOCATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE - PLEASE CHECK MOBILE APP & SIGNAGE FOR UPDATES **
Continuing Education Updates
The 2019 AHVMA Annual Conference (Program 131-36838), has been AAVSB RACE approved for 91 hours of continuing education.
22 hours maximum for any one veterinarian or veterinary technician.
Allied Events
AHVMA’s allied organizations’ meetings and events onsite at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
If you wish to have your group’s co-located event considered for listing please contact us at office@ahvma.org
Friday, September 6, 2019
4:00pm VBMA Herb-Walk - Meet at AHVMA Reg. Desk - Please visit VBMA Website for updates & details - VBMA.org
Sunday, September 8, 2019
5:30pm AVH Info Session - Magnolia Ballroom - Please visit AVH Website for updates & details - theavh.org
Monday, September 9, 2019
6:00pm AHVM Foundation Silent Auction - Ryman Ballroom - Please help support student scholarships - ahvmf.org
* * * THANK YOU * * *
Thank you to all of the attendees and exhibitors who have shown their support for AHVMA by staying on site at the host hotel.
Your support now gives AHVMA the opportunity for more negotiating power in the future. This means more choice in venue, more
negotiating power, and better room rates for everyone. We can’t do it without you and we are so appreciative of your continued
commitment to the future of AHVMA.
16 2019 AHVMA Conference – Nashville, TennesseeSpeakers
IHOR BASKO The Evolutionary Origins of Cancer
DVM, CVA All Eukaryotic cells depend on two forms of ATP production,
All Creatures Great and Small oxidative phosphorylation by the mitochondria and glycolysis in
6240 Helena Ln the cytosol. The evolution of Eukaryotic cells produced a genetic
Kapaa, HI 96746 program of growth and reproduction that was only expressed
drbfree@drbasko.com when glycolysis became the cell’s principal source of energy. This
www.drbasko.com lecture will explain how this genetic program originated and
how it relates to cancer’s causation. This includes the critical role
Skin Problems Diving Deeper, Part 1: played by the mitochondria in suppressing two growth suppressor
Skin problems can be among the most frustrating conditions to genes and their protein products; Retinoblastoma and p-53.
treat, whether using conventional methods, “holistic” methods, or
a combination. The TCM concepts of Deficiency and Excess / Yin The Failing War on Cancer
and Yang can be easily integrated into a veterinary practice, and We know that carcinogens and aberrant lifestyle cause adult
will help the practitioner design a treatment plan based on the spontaneous cancers. It is currently accepted that these factors
patient’s individual needs. cause random mutations to specific growth controlling genes in
the nuclear DNA of tissue stem cells. This hypothesis – although
Skin Problems Diving Deeper, Part 2: apparently set in stone – is highly unlikely. This lecture will
Often, through referrals and clients seeking second opinions, discuss and explain why this is so. This will further explain why
we see a patient that has already been on countless antibiotics, our current and future attempts to defeat cancer (e.g. with the
suppressive drugs, and supplements and herbal therapies that did targeted or smart drugs) will continue to – and must ultimately
not cure the problem. Where to begin? TCM helps us organize – fail. The more likely hypothesis of cancer as a mitochondrial
not only symptoms, but individualizes the treatments based upon disease involving the resurrection of a pre-existing genetic
the Deficiencies present that led to the disease. By addressing program is introduced.
treatment options for mollifying the causative factors of the
disease, the veterinarian can prevent reoccurrences.
MONA BOUDREAUX
Under Your Skin — Diving Deeper: A Review of Nutrition DVM, CVA, CVH, MMP
and Supplements for the Skin
A Circle in Time
Many of us learn what supplements and herbs to prescribe
through time and experience, or from the experiences shared
by other veterinarians. A review of some of the scientific
findings regarding skin maintenance, prevention of cancers and
inflammatory diseases will be presented.
Stones Medicine Therapy — Treating Yourself and Your
Patients, Part 1 & 2 (2 hours, 2 sessions)
IAN BILLINGHURST Stones can be utilized for spiritual growth as well as medicinal
BVSc (Hons), BScAgr Dip Ed purposes. Stones can be worn as jewelry, carried in a pocket, or
Dr. Ian Billinghurst Veterinarian made into an elixir to acquire the energetics of the stones. Stones
Nutritionist carry Traditional Chinese Medicine qualities just like herbs or
PO Box 9064 Bathurst acupuncture points such as clear fire, drain damp, tonify liver
NSW, Australia 2795 and kidney and calm Shen to name a few. Learn the properties
ian@drianbillinghurst.com of different stones in order to help treat different Traditional
Chinese Medicine syndromes.
One Disease One Solution
In the war against cancer, nutrition (including ketosis and calorie
Save the Date!
restriction) is a proven method, much used – successfully – by
integrative veterinary and medical practitioners. This lecture will
explain the fundamental importance of these two modalities, and
why it is that no matter what else we do when treating any form September 24 – 27, 2020
of cancer – whether in humans or companion animals – whether
we are conventional physicians or otherwise – ketosis and calorie
restriction must become our principal modalities. AHVMA 2020 Annual Conference
Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center
Grapevine, Texas
18 2019 AHVMA Conference – Nashville, TennesseeSpeakers
PAULA JO (PJ) BROADFOOT PAUL BRUMETT
DVM DVM
Broadfoot Veterinary Clinic Animal Tracks Rehabilitation
6509 Alma Hwy and Fitness LLC
Van Buren, AR 72956 2387 River Rd. Unit 140
pbroadfoot@aol.com Grand Junction, CO 81505
drbrumett@gmail.com
www.gjdogrehab.com
Cancer Metabolism and Regulation, Parts 1 & 2 Canine Orthotics and You
(2 hours, 2 sessions)
Veterinary Orthotics (Braces) are a valid option for many
There are many theories on the generation of neoplasia, and
patients with stifle, carpal or hock injuries, whether the orthotic
we will focus on a few of those that address the metabolic
is used as pre and post-surgical support, in place of surgery, or as
dysfunctions that create the tendency towards cancer, and develop
a sports brace.
the role of the interstitial space in these pathologies.
Cancer, Thymus Extracts, and Bioregulatory Therapy
Nanopharmacology offers many options for approaching Download lecture notes on
neoplastic disease, and these will be addressed in this lecture,
along with some thymus therapeutics.
the AHVMA mobile app.
See page 53 for details.
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Speakers
CARL DESTEFANO Ethnoveterinary Medicine
DC, DACNB Now that we understand the origins of medicine and herbal
selection, we will delve more specifically into ethnoveterinary
Health Pioneers Institute
65 N. River Lane medicine. We will discuss the pros and cons versus allopathic
Geneva, IL medicine and detail many societal examples of the
Crl1d@cs.com ethnoveterinary uses of herbs. We will also look at some evidence-
www.healthpioneersinstitute.com based research examples of herbal use in animals.
Organoleptics
Diagnosing Lesions of the Peripheral Nervous System The definition of organoleptics is “being, affecting, or relating
(3 hours, 3 sessions)
to qualities (as taste, color, odor, and feel) of a substance (as
Lesions of the peripheral nervous system are a commonly missed
a food or drug) that stimulate the sense organs” (Merriam
diagnostic phenomena. Transient peripheral nervous system
Webster dictionary). In this lecture, we will explain groups of
lesions occur as a result of the PNS being tractioned around
herbs and their uses based on this concept. The class will discuss
joints secondary to changes in joint angulation from muscle
the 5 common flavors described in Western herbal medicine,
imbalance. The peripheral nervous system can also be entrapped
and taste multiple examples of each flavor. We will begin to
in or under hypertonic muscles. This lecture will lead to a
discern the quality of herbs using organoleptics and further our
better understanding of the hallmarks of peripheral neuropathy
understanding of how cultures select their medicinal herbs based
and the neurological mechanisms involved. Unique treatment
on organoleptics.
approaches using receptor based therapies and Applied
Kinesiology will be taught.
Bee Medicine: Honey to Venom
Not only do bees keep our food chain in tact through pollination,
The Neurology of Movement (3 hours, 3 sessions)
but they offer us a myriad of sources of medicine. Honey is used
Movement is a complex neurological process involving
both internally for many conditions as well as a topical wound
multiple longitudinal levels of the animal’s nervous system.
healer. Propolis, pollen and royal jelly are all nourishing and
VAM Treatment is usually aimed at end organ failure i.e.
medically active. Lately, there is burgeoning research on the use
muscle, joint or autonomic dysfunction. A fresh look at the
of bee venom for pain and conditions that are associated with
neurological exam in combination with Applied Kinesiological
pain, such as arthritis. In this lecture, we will discuss all these great
testing can lead to diagnosing the functional as well as the
medicines we obtain from bees.
pathological longitudinal level of nervous system dysfunction.
Treatment using receptor based therapies and rehabilitation
REGINA DOWNEY
can now be used to treat the specific pools of neurons which
DVM, CVA
contributed to the end organ dysfunction.
Holistic Animal Healing Clinic PC
LAURIE DOHMEN 70 Hampton Rd
VMD, MS Exeter, NH 03833
Petdoc01@comcast.net
Purple Moon Herbs and www.holisticanimalhealingclinic.org
Studies
1841 Bryants Corner Rd
drlaurie@ Bioresonance Therapy for Treating Chronic Allergies
purplemoonherbstudies.com Advances in research in cell biology and physiology, quantum
www.purplemoonherbstudies.com physics and electro-acupuncture have led to a broader
understanding of how electromagnetic frequencies effect the body
Ethnomedicine
and can be used to treat disease. This presentation will summarize
This lecture will cover the roots of both herbal and
the evolution of bioresonance therapy and explain how frequency
pharmaceutical drugs, from a cultural and chemical perspective.
therapy can be an effective tool for treating disease. The focus will
We will explore the origins of herbal medicine in a variety of
be on treating chronic allergic conditions.
societies around the world, as well as the construct of medical
systems in different cultures. Different groups have varying
methods for choosing medically appropriate medicinal herbs,
Don't Forget About
The Silent Auction!
and different societal-medical systems. We will go through how a
few specific native cultures choose their herbs. We will also briefly
discuss how pharmaceuticals have coopted herbal chemicals for
allopathic drugs and the pros and cons of traditional herbal use
versus pharmaceutical use.
Monday Sept 9, 2019
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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CAROL FALCK Phytotherapy for Cardiovascular Disease
VMD, MS Pathophysiology of heart disease offers insights into how herbs
can rationally support patients. This talk discusses the mechanisms
Petwise
tech@petwisevet.com of action of herbs for heart disease, integrating herbs, herb drug
www.petwisevet.com interactions and expectations.
Phytotherapy for Thyroid Disease
Thyroid diseases are increasingly common. This paper reviews
Essential Oil Essentials pathophysiology, the evidence base and rational for using herbs to
Essential oils are complex chemicals with a vast array of structures support patients with thyroid disease in cats and dogs.
and functions. This lecture will review the basics of essential oils
inlcuding history, nomenclature, biochemistry and physiology.
LISA M. FOX WRIGHT
End of Life Comfort with Essential Oils DVM, CVA, CVFT, GD, CVHM
The AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) views
veterinary end-of-life care as care that will allow a terminally ill
animal to live comfortably at home or in an appropriate facility.
We often struggle to maintain that comfort for hospice patients.
Essential oil therapy can help because it promotes body-mind-spirit
balance. What specific issues can essential oils address for pet hospice
patients? How and when do we incorporate essential oils into our The Basics of Iridiology Part 1: Reading the Window of the Soul
end-of-life care plans? This course will briefly outline the major points in the history and
explanation behind the science of Iridology. This lecture will touch
Essential Oils Lab (2 hour lab, 2 sessions) on the reason that we can use the iris as a “diagnostic” tool to narrow
There are many commercially available essential oil products, varying down problematic health issues within the body as a whole. We will
dramatically in cost & quality. It can be challenging to choose the focus on human irises for the purpose of this lecture hour and learn
most effective products for your practice. How do you really know the basics of eye color, iris structure, major iris lesions and their
what you are getting? How & when do you use essential oil products meanings, scleral vasculature and the associated meanings, and even
and are they safe? This lab will give you some guidance on essential pupil size and shape as it pertains to the health of the body.
oil quality, safety and use in veterinary practice. Learn how to create
several commonly used veterinary products with essential oils, e.g. Part 2: Extrapolating Iridiology: The Window to the Animals Soul
ear cleaner, flea/tick/mosquito repellent, oral health blend, (eye This course will expand on some iris lesions and abnormalities
wash), wound cleanser. BONUS: create your own blends to take which can be used in canine, equine, and feline iris diagnosis.
home for yourself & your patients. *pre-registration required. It will also give tips on how to use this in practice and how to
extrapolate to other species. The course will touch on lesion
identification and scleral vasculature as eye color and pupil size can
BARBARA FOUGERE be hard to extrapolate.
BSc, BVMS (Hons), MHSc
College of Integrative
Veterinary Therapies MICHELE GASPAR
292 Lyons Rd., Russell Lea, 2046 DVM, DABVP, MA, LCPC
NSW,Australia Michele Gaspar Psychotherapy
bfougere@civtedu.org 5240 N. Lamon Avenue
www.civtedu.org michelegaspar@sbcglobal.net
www.michelegaspartherapy.com
Phytotherapy for Rabbits
Rabbits are frequently used in research as models for researching
the effects of herbs and plant extracts, there is a vast evidence Beginnings of Care Giving: Attachment Patterns
base of laboratory research. This doesn’t always translate well into Attachment theory recognizes that who we are begins in our
practical use though. This talk reviews the importance of diet relationships with our earliest care givers. Increasingly, attachment
and stress reduction for rabbits and how herbs can help prevent theory is being used to understand how we relate to others,
disease as well as be used in the treatment of conditions like gut personally and professionally. In the first lecture, we will review
stasis, pain and snuffles. We discuss the practical use of herbs and the basics of attachment theory. We will use the Adult Attachment
some clinical cases. Inventory to understand our attachments and see how our
attachment patterns influence our inter-relationships with others,
including colleagues, clients and patients.
22 2019 AHVMA Conference – Nashville, TennesseeSpeakers
Are you an Effective or Ineffective Care Giver?
UK psychoanalyst Uma McCloskey uses attachment theory in
her work with health care providers, to help them become more
effective in giving care to patients and patient families. In this
lecture, we will use Dr. McCloskey’s model to see how attachment
can positively and negatively impact our ability to care and work
with our attachment pattern challenges to make practice and our
personal lives more engaged and life-giving.
Burnout: The Erosion of the Healer’s Soul
An estimated 40 percent of physicians report burnout, with some
specialties reporting even higher numbers among their members.
While no data exists on the rate of burnout among veterinarians,
mental health professionals who work within the profession believe
the rate of burnout among veterinary health care professionals is
on par with that experienced by their MD counterparts. What is
burnout and how does it develop? In this lecture we will consider
burnout as both an individual response and a systemic issue and
see how it begins often insidiously with significant negative impact
upon the healer’s personal and professional life.
Using Mindfulness and Self Compassion on Our Journeys
as Healers (2 hours)
Mindfulness, the moment-to-moment awareness that allows
self-observation and compassion, has been scientifically shown
to enhance the care giving of health care professionals. With
mindfulness, burnout is lessened and patients actually improve in
their responses to treatments. In this presentation, we will review
some of the current literature on mindfulness, partake in several
mindfulness exercises that can be used on a daily basis, even in a
busy veterinary practice, and learn how mindfulness, coupled with
self-compassion can improve one’s ability to serve patients, clients
and ourselves. *pre-registration required.
JANET GORDON PALM
DVM, CVCP
Animobility Integrative
Veterinary Services
PO Box 749
Fruita, CO
curbhopdoc@comcast.net
www.animobilityvet.com
Recognizing and Managing Emotional States:
Part 1: Recognizing Who “Showed Up” Today
Stress challenges optimum healing. Like humans, animals
present to us in varying emotional states and if their needs aren't
recognized and managed, stress increases. The emotional states
are a product of 1) their inherent genetic traits, 2) learned
behaviors, 3) environmental stimuli, and 4) their spirit level, which
can impact the degree to which they express their emotional
states. Needs of an emotional fearful animal that may be an
extrovert is different from a just as terrified introvert. The ability
to recognize who that animal (and owner) presents themselves
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American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association 23Speakers
to be at that time, allows the ability to manage the primary need JEN HEBEL
and emotional currency necessary to decrease stress and increase DVM, PhD
compliance.
Five Elements Veterinary
Part 2: I See a Bad Mood Arising! Implementing
Alternatives
3125 S. 61st Ave.
Management Concepts Omaha, NE 68106
"Why don't more vets talk like this? It makes so much sense!" That drjenhebel@5elementsveterinary.com
is the question the author gets from clients daily as they pick up www.5elementsveterinary.com
these life altering concepts within minutes in the exam room. Case
examples of animals in their different emotional states, as well as Integrating Sound Therapy into your Practice
a discussion of accessing their emotional needs will be presented. Organically produced sound using tuning forks or musical
Participants will witness dramatic shifts in body language as calmness instruments can be used to promote physical healing and to reduce
and acceptance of handling becomes apparent. Concepts such as stress and anxiety in animals. Sound Therapy is gentle, non-invasive
"approach/retreat" with perceived pressure such as eye contact, as and both pets and their owners respond positively. Here we will
well as reading body language cues will be discussed and observed. explore the basic physics of how sound vibrations interact with water
in the body to produce changes on a cellular level. This lecture
The Feline Declaw Controversy: It’s PAWsitively Time We
will present two paradigms based in music theory where weighted
Evolve and Take a Committed Stand!
tuning forks are used to release fascia, reduce pain and stimulate
Veterinarians have been caught in a controversy that has pitted
acupoints. This lecture will provide ways in which Sound Therapy
the public against the veterinary profession. Current studies
can be integrated into veterinary practice through either individual
will be demonstrated that validates that knowing what we now
treatment modalities or through group Sound Baths which benefit
know, there is no viable reason to perform this procedure. The
both pets and their owners.
CDC has denounced declawing even in the most vulnerable
immunosuppressed. Property owners can be educated to be aware
Sonic Sports Massage for the Canine Athlete
that a declawed cat is not a necessity for acceptance. As Director of
This lab will present a Sonic Sports Massage method that can be used
The Paw Project Western Slope Colorado, Dr. Janet Gordon Palm
for prevention or treatment of sports injuries in the clinic or taught
will highlight current studies offering the "evidence" many need to
to handlers to use at home. Weighted tuning forks can be applied
see before making this life impacting decision. Ideas on promoting
to the body to promote myofascial release, relieve pain and reduce
education and incentives for clients with cats ranging from kittens to
swelling. Here, students will learn specific techniques for safely
rescue cats will be discussed.
handling and applying the tuning forks to both soft tissue structures
and specific acupoints. Upon completion of this lab, veterinarians
MARK HAVERKOS
will understand the basics of how to apply weighted tuning forks
DVM
when treating the canine athlete either for prevention or treatment
Village Veterinary Clinic of soft tissue injuries in their practice.
PO Box 119
Oldenburg, IN 47036
mphvillagevet@aol.com NATE HEILMAN
DVM, CVA, CVSMT
Ancient Respect: Modern Reconciliation Qi Veterinary Clinic
Being born and raised in our materialistic, money-driven society can
South Burlington, VT
nate@qivet.com
be quite divisive and destructive to the harmony within ourselves as
www.qiveterinaryclinic.com
well as the other creatures who depend on the gifts of our Mother
Earth to live. In times gone past, people worked together, with
respect for all forms of life, to live in harmony within the great circle.
This wisdom of respect needs to be shared among all the people if In the Shadow of Sun Si Miao: Combining Acupuncture
we are to survive the changes that are upon us now. In this ancient and Herbal Prescription
culture of respect, you will feel the spiritual essence of you calling as We'll explore the logical connection between these two modalities
medicine people, assisting the healing of life. in step wise fashion, and build a case for their integration. First, we'll
explore how acupuncture, applied to different areas of the body,
manipulates Yin and Yang within the body, and how these changes
Track your CE on can be measured through basic pulse palpation. Secondly, we'll
our mobile app. review how this information may be used to reach a Chinese medical
diagnosis, generally including both the organ(s) and fundamental
See page 53 for details. substances involved, as well as describing the condition as an excess
or deficiency. Finally, we'll introduce the concept of using the
24 2019 AHVMA Conference – Nashville, TennesseeSpeakers
various classes of herbal medicines to perpetuate the effect of the JANICE L. HUNTINGFORD
acupuncture treatment in between patient visits. DVM, DACVSMR
Therapeutic and Diagnostic Acupuncture: Lung, Large Essex Animal Hospital
Intestine, Stomach and Spleen Channels (2 hours, 2 sessions)
355 Talbot Street N
Essex, Ontario N8M 2W3
drjanhuntingford@gmail.com
With the connection made between acupuncture and herbal
www.essexanimalhospital.ca
medicine use in treating specific Chinese medical diagnoses, we'll
proceed on a tour through the key diagnostic points of the twelve
major acupuncture channels. Specifically, in this lecture, we'll Rehabilitation Techniques for the Holistic Non-
examine the first four channels in the circadian sequence, the two Rehabilitation Practice
Tai Yin channels (Lung, Spleen) and the two Yang Ming channels Managing pain in the DJD dog can be challenging and requires
(Large Intestine, Stomach). Emphasis will be placed on what the a multimodal approach. The holistic practitioner is uniquely
individual channels are generally used for therapeutically, as well positioned to be able to offer an integrative approach and can
as the classical indications for the key points that lie along the easily incorporate rehabilitation techniques to offer more services
channels. Along the way, we'll discuss specific herbal formulas that for patients. Emphasis will be on techniques practitioners can
have been found to support the effect(s) of the points. easily take home and use in their practice as well as a discussion of
assistive devices and home modifications.
Therapeutic and Diagnostic Acupuncture: Heart and
Small Intestine Channels Integration of Acupuncture and Manual therapy for the
In this lecture, the symbolism of both the Heart and Small Treatment of Pain
Intestine organs and channels will be discussed, as well as the TCVM acupuncture practitioners do a good job of pain control
symbolism of several key acupuncture points on each channel. but it can be improved by adding manual therapy. Therapies such
The goal is to give the practitioner a deeper understanding as joint mobilization, massage, chiropractic and other techniques
of the uses of these points, in the context of this symbolism, can improve outcome for painful patients.
and additionally suggest herbal medicines which support the
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acupuncture treatment.
American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association 25Speakers
Improving Outcomes for Neurological Patients by explore the life and work of Edgar Cayce and learn the basics of his
Integrating Rehab Techniques and Holistic Therapies, approach to holistic health, including specific reading regarding our
Part 1 & 2 (2 hours, 2 sessions) connections to animals.
Many practitioners are intimidated when presented with patients
with neurological disease. This lecture will focus on diagnosis, lesion Edgar Cayce’s Tips for Holistic Health, Part 2
localization and how to integrate rehabilitation techniques with Edgar Cayce’s approach to health and healing was truly holistic.
acupuncture and exercises for the neurological patient. As such, each individual seeking help was given an individual
treatment plan. At the same time, there were certain physical, mental
Integrative Pain Management for the Feline Patient and spiritual practices that were very often, or even universally
The focus of this presentation is integration of holistic treatments recommended. In this lecture we will learn and experience specific
to improve quality of life for cats, particularly geriatric felines. techniques recommended by Cayce to benefit our own health when
Acute and chronic pain and non-drug therapies will be discussed. applied consistently.
Focus will be on manual therapies, herbs, acupuncture and rehab
techniques for these patients. MARJORIE M. LEWTER
DVM
Integrative Pain Prevention and Treatment in the
Canine Athlete
Holistic Veterinary Consultants
2401 S. Main St. Suite F
Canine athletes are special patients and require specialized
Blacksburg, PA 24060
treatment. This presentation will outline common dog sports, their holisticveterinaryconsultants@
problems and how the integrative practitioner can prevent injury gmail.com
and treat pain in this group of patients. www.holisticveterinaryconsultants.com
Introduction to Holistic Medicine
DOUG KNUEVEN Holistic medicine will be defined and modalities will be explained.
DVM, CVA, CVC, CVCH These include acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, Western herbal
Beaver Animal Clinic medicine, Ayurvedic herbal medicine, veterinary chiropractic, and
357 State Ave. homeopathy will be explained. Various products and supplements will
Beaver, PA 15009 be discussed and guidelines on selecting safe and effective therapies will
www.BeaverAnimalClinic.com be presented. Finally, examples of the human animal bond will explain
the tremendous responsibility we have to our clients and patients to
continually expand our education and the possibilities for their care.
Veterinary Chiropractic: Not Just “Animal Crackers” Practical Holistic Nutrition
Chiropractic is a holistic method of maintaining proper nerve Today’s holistic veterinarian discusses food with every client. The
function for optimal health. Because the spinal nerves participate importance of this cannot be underestimated and controversy
in the control of the major organs, as well as the muscles and joints, abounds in the pet community and the veterinary community.
spinal alignment affects the entire body. Veterinarians can empower clients to think about food, to read
labels, to safely cook for pets and to enhance health and longevity
An Introduction to Nutraceuticals: Evidence-Based with real unprocessed foods. The microbiome is integral to an
Nutritional Therapies understanding of feeding and health. Commercial, cooked and raw
Many veterinary practices sell various supplements and many more foods will be discussed as well as terms like organic and ketogenic.
clients give supplements to their pets with or without the knowledge Special needs of cancer patient will be discussed.
of their veterinarian. This lecture will explain the regulator oversight
of animal dietary supplements, the justification for their use, and Introduction to Acupuncture
how to choose legitimate supplements. A few common supplements Veterinary acupuncture is being requested by clients and
will be examined in detail. is becoming more common today. This lecture will discuss
the neurophysiological/anatomical basis for acupuncture’s
Edgar Cayce’s Tips for Holistic Health, Part 1 therapeutic effects. Methods and uses for acupuncture will
Edgar Cayce is the best documented medical intuitive/psychic be presented and Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine
in history, with 14,246 readings stenographically recorded and terminology will be explained. Uses for acupuncture in everyday
archived. Most of the readings were requested by sick individuals large and small animal practice will be discussed and actual
seeking physical health, but the advice given often included case reports will be presented. Opportunities for education in
mental and spiritual practices along with physical remedies. This acupuncture will be included. Basic knowledge of veterinary
all-recompensing approach in the early 1900’s earned Cayce the acupuncture is essential for client education, and for using this
title “Father of Holistic Medicine in the US.” In this lecture we will safe and effective therapy in practice.
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