5th BioCeuticals Research Symposium

5th BioCeuticals Research Symposium

BioCeuticals warmly welcomes you to the 5th BioCeuticals Research Symposium, a three-day masterclass highlighting the future of personalised medicine.

As we continue to better understand the drivers of chronic illness it is becoming increasingly apparent that there are certain common, underlying factors which present as consistent features throughout most disease states. Certainly, the latent influence of persistent low grade inflammation and oxidative stress are well described in the literature, but these are only outcomes of more fundamental forces that are now universal in their presence and almost impossible to escape. Of particular relevance are the effects from the overconsumption of carbohydrates and refined sugars, exposure to synthetic chemicals and toxins, and disruption to the critical balance of the intestinal microflora.

From 21-23 April 2017, the 5th BioCeuticals Research Symposium will provide you with an opportunity to explore this critical relationship in depth. We have invited key experts in the fields of functional gastroenterology, endocrinology, toxicology, and genomics to examine how their research and clinical insights intersect to reveal how you can better assess an individual’s health risks to create more personalised and effective treatment strategies.

Under the theme The Age of Personalised Medicine, this event will take the concept of functional medicine to the next level. By marrying the influences of genomics and systems biology, you will learn how to move away from the ‘trial-and-error’ approach that so typically leads to patient dissatisfaction. Our speakers will reveal a targeted clinical model defined by decision-making that distinguishes, in advance, those patients most likely to benefit from a given treatment from those who will not.

The much celebrated BioCeuticals three-day masterclass format is a truly unique experience and will ensure you have the opportunity to explore every theme in depth. Each of our speakers will present their topics across several extended plenary sessions and workshops before they come together to identify key interrelationships in a series of panel discussions and question-and-answer forums.

We warmly invite our valued practitioner clients to join us in this innovative program where you will be able to apply new insights and treatment strategies in your clinic the very next day.

Yours in health,

Danny Urbinder
Head of Education

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The BioCeuticals Integrative Medicine Awards (BIMA)
The BIMAs will recognise achievements and showcase innovation within the complementary and integrative medicine industry.

The BIMA’s will be held in conjunction with the 5th BioCeuticals Research Symposium. The ceremony will take place on Saturday 22 April 2017.

Nominations will be reviewed by an external panel of leaders within the field of complementary and integrative medicine. Nominations has been extended and will close Friday 17 February 2017.

Click here to download the BIMA criteria

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IMPORTANT DATES

Wise-owl Registration                         CLOSED

Early-bird Registration                        CLOSED

Standard Registration Opens                11 March 2017 - 14 April 2017

Standard Registration CLOSES             14 April 2017

Onsite Registration Open                     15 April 2017 - 21 April 2017

5th BioCeuticals Research Symposium   21 - 23 April 2017

2017 BioCeuticals Integrative Medicine Awards Saturday, 22 April 2017

CONFERENCE THEMES AND TOPICS

Dr Robert H. Lustig

• Elucidate the role of insulin in energy storage
• Discuss the concept of the “disposition index” and how either insulin secretion or insulin resistance can affect the other
• Delineate the neural control of insulin release from the beta-cell
• Demonstrate how insulin hypersecretion drives peripheral weight gain, and how carbohydrate restriction can remediate this phenomenon
• Explain how liver fat causes reflex hyperinsulinaemia and weight gain, and how sugar restriction can remediate this phenomenon
• Outline the difference between obesity and chronic metabolic disease
• Discern the metabolic differences between glucose and fructose
• Explain the how liver vs. visceral fat foment insulin resistance
• Demonstrate how fructose drives liver fat and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
• Explain how excess fructose consumption is a primary driver of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease

Dr Steven Sandberg-Lewis

• Understand the mechanisms behind abdominal adhesions and recurrent small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)
• Develop a working understanding of blind loops, mural thickening and bowel obstruction as risk factors for SIBO
• Grasp the relationships among gastric acid, pancreatic enzymes and bile salts as protective factors in the prevention of SIBO
• See the relationship of SIBO to common chronic disease states
• Grasp the relationship of SIBO to iron deficiency, malabsorption and anaemia
• Understand which SIBO diets are suitable for vegetarians and vegans vs. meat eaters
• Understand dietary and therapeutic strategies to improve the function of the migrating motor complex in SIBO
• Grasp the key concepts for choosing effective antimicrobials based on lactulose breath testing analysis
• Learn effective symptomatic relief measures for diarrhoea and constipation that do not increase the risk of bacterial overgrowth

Dr Christopher W. Shade

• Recognise how toxicity (e.g. from toxic metals, persistent organic pollutants, herbicides, endogenous toxins, etc.) leads to and perpetuates mitochondrial dysfunction
• Understand the overlap between toxicity and immune dysfunction
• Explore how intestinal health can control detoxification
• Examine physical and mental/emotional disturbances that stem from mercury intoxication
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the three phases of detoxification
• Understand the glutathione system and its central importance to health and detoxification, using mercury as a model toxin
• Identify the major forms of mercury that humans are exposed to and understand their differences ?Learn a personalised model for toxin elimination that comprehensively addresses the 3 phases of detoxification
• Discover how to optimise the metabolic biochemistry needed for detoxification as well as the enzymes and transporters that work with it
• Understand how to use nutrients and plant compounds to restore the natural detoxification system
• Learn how to target specific nutrients at gene promoter regions to switch on detoxification, transport and antioxidant functions
• Recognise how to effectively dose over an appropriate timeframe
• Differentiate toxins to account for heavy metals, organic and inorganic chemical toxins, moulds and endogenous metabolites.

Dr Denise Furness

• Understand nutrigenomics and how it can be applied in clinic
• Learn the basic terminology associated with genetic testing
• Discuss why Australian practitioners should use Australian companies with Listed medicines
• Determine what patients will benefit from genetic profiling
• Learn what additional tests are required in personalised medicine to maximise genetic results
• Understand how to navigate through genetic reports and understand gene variation results
• See treatment options based on genetics and associated testing
• Understand some of the main reasons for increased infertility in Australia and developed countries
• Become aware of and recognise potentially harmful chemicals / toxins that can impact on gamete quality and pregnancy outcomes
• Learn about important genes involved in methylation and detoxification and how gene variations (SNPs) within these pathways and systems effect fertility
• Understand what testing can be done to diagnose genetic variability and biochemical changes
• Learn why and when to use certain nutrients to support pathways and systems to improve fertility and pregnancy outcomes

Hilton Sydney hotel
488 George Street, Sydney, Australia NSW 2000
Tel: 61-2-9266-2000
Fax: 61-2-9265-6065

BioCeuticals have negotiated a special deleagate rate of $299 per night over the symposium dates. This rate applies to a limited number of rooms, we encourge you to book early to take advantage of this rate. Please click here to book.

Public Transport In Sydney

By Train
Exit the train at Town Hall Station and the Hilton Sydney hotel is located adjacent to the Victoria Galleries, entry via Pitt Street or George Street,

By Taxi
From Sydney Airport, taxis are available to take you directly to the Hilton Sydney hotel. The journey normally takes around 30 minutes and costs approximately $45-$50.

Hilton Sydney hotel
488 George Street, Sydney, Australia NSW 2000
Tel: 61-2-9266-2000
Fax: 61-2-9265-6065

The Hilton Sydney hotel is located right in the heart of the Sydney CBD on George Street, close to shopping, entertainment and corporate offices. Just 30 minutes from Sydney International and Domestic airports and only 50m from Town Hall Station, Hilton Sydney is ideally located for business or leisure.

Driving Accessibility & Parking
Due to one way road systems on George Street, please note that car access to Sydney Hilton is via Pitt Street only. Please program 255 Pitt Street if using a car navigational device.There is a secure underground car park located at Hilton Sydney. This carpark is owned and managed by Secure Parking. Parking can be pre purchased, click here to pre purchace parking and to view the rates.

The 2017 BioCeuticals Integrative Medicine Awards (BIMA)

The 2017 BioCeuticals Integrative Medicine Awards (BIMA) will recognise achievements and showcase innovation within the complementary and integrative medicine industry. The BIMAs will be held in conjunction with the 5th BioCeuticals Research Symposium. The ceremony will take place on Saturday 22 April 2017 at The Hilton Sydney. Nominations will be reviewed by an external panel of leaders from the field of complementary and integrative medicine.

DATE:    Saturday 22 April 2017
VENUE:  Hilton Sydney
ROOM:   Ballroom
TIME:     7pm - 12pm
Tickets:  $95 per full delegate, $150 for additional guest/day only registration

The BIMAs will recognise achievements and showcase innovation within the complementary and integrative medicine industry.

The BIMAs will be held in conjunction with the 5th BioCeuticals Research Symposium. The ceremony will take place on Saturday 22 April 2017 at Hilton Sydney.

AWARDS
Excellence in Practice - Nutrition/Dietetics
Excellence in Practice- Herbal Medicine
Excellence in Practice - Naturopathy
Excellence in Practice - Chiropractic/Osteopathy
Excellence in Practice - Integrative Pharmacy
Excellence in Practice - Integrative Medical
Researcher of the Year
Lecturer of the Year

Click here to download the BIMA criteria

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