Module I: Endocrinology, a core course in the Fellowship, is critical in helping to develop the necessary skills to treat complex patients and cases. This module will focus on the hormonal changes that manifest in both men and women through the aging process, in addition to a review of patient case studies and interactive discussion with leading hormone experts. Sessions will review the understanding of the physiology and biochemistry of sex hormones, coupled with learning protocols for hormone dosing.
Learning Objectives
Interpret the structure of the sex hormones & their metabolism
Review key signs & symptoms of adrenal fatigue and relevant lab testing
Evaluate the differences between specialized compounding and manufacturing medications
Discuss the various patient care areas that involve specialized compounding
Recognize the hormonal changes that manifest during the aging process, including functions of estrogen, progesterone, testosterone & DHEA in the body
Review the literature on synthetic & bio-identical hormone replacement
Assess treatment, dosages, and side effects of BHRT
Discuss roles of iodine in the body, and treatment of iodine deficiency
Recognize symptoms of PMS and accompanying treatment modalities
Review conventional & metabolic treatments for PCOS
Recognize clinical manifestations of hypothyroidism
Discuss treatment for hormone replacement, including compounded thyroid medications
Investigate the importance of measuring hormonal tissue levels, in diagnosing hormonal imbalances & in monitoring bio-identical hormone replacement
Evaluate the urine monitoring of hormone levels & metabolites, with specific algorithms for practice
Discuss the methodology of scientific support for & the differences in, saliva, urine & blood testing of hormones
Schedule
Schedule Subject to Change
Times in CST
Friday, December 11
8:00 am
What You Must Know About Women’s Hormones
Pamela W. Smith, MD, MPH, MS
10:00 am
Break
10:30 am
HRT: The Clinical Benefits and Breast Cancer Link?
Dian Ginsberg, MD
12:30 pm
Lecture Sponsored by Bio-Botanical (Non-CME)
1:30 pm
Hormone Testing - The Scientific Evidence
Doreen Saltiel, MD
3:30 pm
Break
6:00 pm
Close of Session
Saturday, December 12
8:00 am
Male Hormones: The Latest Guidelines
Myles Spar, MD, MPH
10:00 am
Break
10:30 am
HGH, Oxytocin-Advanced Clinical Applications
Myles Spar, MD, MPH
11:30 am
Demo – Pellets, Injections, Creams
Myles Spar, MD, MPH
12:30 pm
Lecture Sponsored by KBMO (Non-CME)
3:30 pm
Break
5:00 pm
Patient Case Studies
Myles Spar, MD, MPH
6:00 pm
Close of Session
Sunday, December 13
10:00 am
Break
12:30 pm
Stubborn Plaque Cases: Unprecedented Outcomes With New Vascular Protocols
Kristine Burke, MD
3:30 pm
Break
5:00 pm
6:30 pm
Close of Session
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MODULE I - Physician |
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