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“Great way to learn, meet providers from different states, and have time to explore the surrounding area.” |
“Once again, Symposia Medicus has delivered a winning formula. An appropriately placed set of educational sessions addressing clinically relevant topics.” |
CONFERENCE DESCRIPTION Integrative Medicine emphasizes the connection between the mind and body and prioritizes the practitioner-patient relationship as a foundation for effective care. Our 26th Annual Fall Conference on Integrative Medicine in Women’s Health explores strategies to achieve optimal health and healing for female patients through a variety of complementary and alternative treatment approaches. This conference covers a broad range of topics, offering the latest evidence-based treatments, current clinical insights, and practical strategies for implementation in practice. Designed to expand knowledge, enhance clinical skills, and promote effective collaboration, this educational activity equips healthcare professionals to provide exceptional, patient-centered care. Topics for this year’s conference have been selected based on the educational needs underlying identified professional practice gaps. The gaps were derived from a variety of sources including evaluations and outcomes data from past participants, clinical expert input, Symposia Medicus’ online survey, and other medical and nursing data such as current clinical guidelines, research findings, literature reviews, and patient safety considerations. The conference format includes didactic lectures, question and answer sessions, case studies, and small group breakouts. Following a group of lectures, the question and answer sessions allow attendees to ask the faculty critical and challenging questions about caring for patients during various integrative health situations. The breakout sessions, designed to facilitate even greater interaction between faculty and participants, offer an opportunity to engage in group discussions on subjects relating to your particular area of interest. Please indicate your breakout session topic choices on the conference registration form in this brochure. Space is limited, so please reserve early. CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES As a result of participating in this conference, you should have increased knowledge and enhanced competence to: • Discuss evidence-based dietary approaches to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) • Identify non-pharmacological interventions to address sleep quality • Formulate an integrative medicine-focused plan to support fertility • Identify lifestyle and nutritional changes that can help symptoms of perimenopause and menopause • Explain the role of exercise prescription in health and develop an appropriate exercise prescription for your patients ATTENDEE REQUIREMENTS After attending this conference, participants are entitled to a certificate of credit which will be available online. Successful completion of this activity is determined by attending the live activity, reviewing the educational session materials, and submitting the case studies test, evaluations, surveys, and verification of attendance form. Each participant should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. ACCREDITATION This accredited continuing education activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME and ANCC Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Symposia Medicus is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Symposia Medicus is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. |
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT Physicians This ACE activity was developed with standards to address California Assembly Bill (AB) 1195 cultural and linguistic competency (CLC) and CA AB 241 implicit bias (IB) to reduce health disparities. Please refer to the accreditation page on our website for resources. ACOG AAFP ACP Certified Nurse Midwives Physician Associates Nurse Practitioners/Nurses Provider is also approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP2335, for 21.6 contact hours. Pharmacists EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES Each registrant will have online access to the educational session materials on our conference webpage. The educational session materials will be available for download approximately one week prior to the conference. You will receive an email with instructions. If you are unable to attend this conference, you may purchase an electronic copy of the educational session materials one week after the conference. Please email publications@symposiamedicus.org for more information. HEALTH & SAFETY AWARENESS We care about the health and safety of our conference attendees. It is important to think about safety as part of your travel preparations. Visit General Travel Safety Suggestions for more information. NEARBY ATTRACTIONS / GROUND TRANSPORTATION To receive additional information about the conference hotel, location, tours or nearby attractions, and ground transportation, please visit our website at www.symposiamedicus.org. |
CONFERENCE FACULTY Debra G. Bell, MD Anne Kennard, DO, FACOG, FACLM, Dipl. ABOIM Paris Kharbat Whitney, DO, ABFM, ABOIM, IFMCPP Iman Majd, MD, MS, L.Ac., ABOIM Jordan D. Metzl, MD, FAAP DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE Wednesday, September 3
Thursday, September 4
Friday, September 5
Saturday, September 6
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CONFERENCE LOCATION Sedona offers something for everyone, whether you’re drawn to nature, history, art, culture, or shopping. With over 80 galleries, restaurants, metaphysical shops, and specialty stores, there’s always something to explore. Influenced heavily by Native American culture, much of Sedona’s artwork captures the distinctive spirit of the Southwest. Known worldwide as a destination for relaxation, healing, and spiritual enrichment, Sedona exudes a unique charm that makes it an unforgettable place to visit. Situated at the southern entrance to Oak Creek Canyon, Sedona sits at an elevation of 4,500 feet, offering a cool retreat from the Arizona desert’s heat. It’s just a two-hour drive north of Phoenix, an hour southwest of Flagstaff, and 2½ hours southeast of the Grand Canyon. Just a mile from the resort, the Village of Oak Creek offers a variety of shops showcasing local crafts, jewelry, western wear, and artwork. A few miles away, Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village is another must-see destination with more shops, galleries, and restaurants to explore. Whatever your pleasure, you’ll be sure to find it in Sedona, at our 26th Annual Fall Conference on Integrative Medicine in Women’s Health.
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CONFERENCE REGISTRATION, LODGING & TRAVEL INFORMATION Enrollment for this conference is limited in order to provide the best possible learning environment. Early registration is advised. You can register and receive conference lodging group rates in the following ways: • Online via our website, www.symposiamedicus.org; OR • Call (925) 969-1789 Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm (Pacific Time), with Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover; OR • By mail; make check payable to Symposia Medicus and send along with registration form to: Please visit www.symposiamedicus.org or call (925) 969-1789 for additional questions or information. CONFERENCE REGISTRATION INFORMATION
• Discounts are available for retired healthcare providers, active U.S. military, residents, and groups of three or more. For more information, please contact Symposia Medicus prior to registering. • Tuition includes continuing education, online access to the educational session materials on our conference webpage, continental breakfast on Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings, and break refreshments for conference registrants. Tuition also includes a group reception for faculty, registrants, and their guests. • Conference registration will be confirmed via email CONFERENCE LODGING INFORMATION Conference group rates have been arranged at the Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock. Rooms at our group rates are limited and on a first come, first served basis. PLEASE RESERVE EARLY as rooms may sell out and/or room rates may increase. If you wish to extend your stay, group rates may be available three days before and three days after the conference. Two nights’ deposit (room rate only) must accompany your reservation. The balance of your lodging, hotel fees as stated below, and all incidental charges are due to the hotel. The hotel accepts most major credit cards.
TERMS & CONDITIONS Hotel Policies • Above conference group rates are per room, per night and do not include the following (subject to change): • Maximum guestroom occupancy is: • Mandatory 3rd/4th additional adult charge (19 years & over) is $20 per person, per night – not to exceed stated maximum occupancy • Children 18 years & under are complimentary - not to exceed stated maximum occupancy • Rollaway beds are available within the suite categories only at an additional cost of $15 per night (subject to availability and change) • Cribs are available on a complimentary basis (subject to availability and change) • Check-in time is 4:00pm and check-out time is 11:00am. A late check-out can only be confirmed by the front desk. Additional charges may apply for late check-outs and are based upon availability. • Early Departure Fee: In the event that a guest checks out prior to their reserved check-out date, the hotel will add an early departure fee of 50% of the room night if departing before 12:00pm and the full room night if departing after 12:00pm to their hotel bill. Guests wishing to avoid this fee must advise the hotel at or before check-in of any change in planned length of stay. • Credit/Debit Card Policy: Upon check-in, the hotel requires a credit card or debit card to ensure that funds are available. Holds are placed on your account for your entire stay; however, the amount may be immediately deducted from your account. The length of time for which these holds remain on your credit or debit account varies from bank to bank. • Parking: Self-parking is complimentary for conference guests. Valet is not available at this resort. Cancellation Policies • All cancellations must be emailed to registrar@symposiamedicus.org by the dates stated below • Conference cancellations must be made in writing (via email) to Symposia Medicus and a refund, less a 10% processing fee, will be given. No refunds will be made if cancellation is received after July 30, 2025; however, tuition, less a 10% processing fee, may be applied to a future Symposia Medicus conference. • Per our hotel contract, hotel reservation cancellations must be made in writing to Symposia Medicus and you will receive a full refund if emailed by July 2, 2025. Between July 3, 2025 and July 30, 2025, one night’s deposit is forfeited. After July 30, 2025, no hotel refunds can be made. • In the unlikely event of conference cancellation by Symposia Medicus, full tuition and, if reservation was made with Symposia Medicus, hotel deposit refunds will be made. Symposia Medicus will not be responsible for refunding travel or any other expenses. AIR TRAVEL INFORMATION We recommend you fly into Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), which is an approximate 2-hour drive to the resort. Flights in/out of Flagstaff (FLG) (approximately one hour to the resort) are usually more expensive. For information on ground transportation, please visit our website. Symposia Medicus has arranged for discount fares with Alaska, Delta and United airlines for this conference. Reservations can be made either through your travel agency or through the airlines at the website or Convention Desk numbers listed below. In order to receive the discounted rate, you or your travel agent must refer to the Symposia Medicus Group ID number listed here.
CAR RENTAL DISCOUNT For conference discounts, Symposia Medicus has made arrangements with AVIS and Budget Car Rentals. Reservations can be made online or by phone; please refer to the conference code and the conference/airport location when making your reservations. Please see below:
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