Module VII: Autoimmune Diseases
Description
The incidence of all autoimmune diseases is increasing dramatically in the last several decades. Module VII explores the major autoimmune diseases that are now present in modern society from an Anti-Aging and Functional Medicine approach. Chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, Grave’s disease, and lupus; to name just a few, will be examined. Furthermore, the role that toxins play in the body will be elucidated. Inflammation is a component of most chronic diseases. This module also investigates new therapies for major inflammatory illnesses. In addition, the role that low dose naltrexone plays as a therapy for autoimmune disease will be examined. The participant will leave this course with the ability to prescribe low dose naltrexone and also new therapies for pain control. In addition, insights will be gained in the role toxic burden plays in the patient’s overall health and the attendee will learn detoxification methods including chelation.
Upon completion of this module, the participants will:
- Identify the micronutrient insufficiencies that lead to DNA and mitochondrial damage
- Recognize the intracellular signaling pathways, cellular biology, and molecular biology of immunity and inflammation
- Describe the important interactions of the endocrine system with immunity
- Discuss gastrointestinal manifestations of autoimmune disease
- Review the role of heavy metals, genes, environment, and biotoxic exposures in autoimmunity
- Compare integrative oncology protocols and immune nutritional support techniques
Join Us Live September 28-30, 2018 in Nashville, Tennessee
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Here’s What Fellows Are Saying About Module VII
"I was able to integrate the cognitive inflammation with the autoimmune pathologies! Very exhilarating!"
- Adriana Cantu, MD
"I am just now getting into the Anti-Aging Fellowship. I hope to move out of working solely in the ER and move more into a clinic setting where I can practice integrative medicine."
- Carrie Blades, MD
"Learning more about how autoimmunity plays into other disease processes and to evaluate for these diseases more."
- Sally Regan, MD
“This activity is jointly provided by Global Education Group and Metabolic Medical Institute.”
Physician Accreditation Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Global Education Group (Global) and MMI. Global is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
This activity has been approved for 24.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
Nursing Continuing Education
Global Education Group is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s COA
This activity has been approved for 24.0 nursing contact hours.
Pharmacist Accreditation Statement
Global Education Group is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.
This activity has been approved for 24.0 contact hours (2.4 CEUs) of the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
Disclaimer
Participants have an implied responsibility to use the newly acquired information to enhance patient outcomes and their own professional development. The information presented in this activity is not meant to serve as a guideline for patient management. Any procedures, medications, or other courses of diagnosis or treatment discussed in this activity should not be used by clinicians without evaluation of patient conditions and possible contraindications on dangers in use, review of any applicable manufacturer’s product information, and comparison with recommendations of other authorities