Body of Knowledge Lecture Series

4th Annual Body of Knowledge Lecture Series 2011

The Body of Knowledge Lecture Series presents premier integrative health presentations for medical, health and human service professionals and individuals passionate about wellness in the Calgary area. Sponsored by Mount Royal University and presented by its Integrative Health Institute, the series assembles internationally recognized researchers, clinicians, educators and practitioners whose work focuses on healthful living and whose perspectives and practices have global influence.

Participants have the opportunity to experience the "wellness talks of the town" enjoying candid and relaxed evening lectures with question-and-answer dialogues followed by full-day workshops featuring renowned integrative health leaders offering profound insights and facilitating lively discussion.

Now in its 4th season, we are delighted to announce an expanded program for 2011 featuring evening lectures and accompanying interactive workshops.

The themes for 2011 address prominent health issues prevalent today and present leading integrative health experts to address cancer care and nutrition.

The Body of Knowledge Speaker Series was launched in 2007-2008 and since then audiences have enjoyed outstanding presentations from the following physicians and leading health experts: Andrew Weil, Rachel Naomi Remen, Larry Dossey, Eve A. Wood, Dean Ornish, Michael Holick, David Perlmutter, and Judith Orloff, Woodson Merrell, James Gordin, Joan Borysenko and Tieraona Low Dog.

High profile Global Calgary Anchor, Gord Gillies, serves as the event moderator and facilitates the interactive Q&A period.

Don’t miss this ultimate health and wellness event! Experience leaders of integrative health and wellness vision, personal courage and wisdom! Hear the sources, not the spin … you’ll be moved, challenged, and leave inspired.

What to expect

Hear the latest scientific research and clinical evidence regarding integrative health approaches directly from leading experts.
Explore cutting edge strategies for cancer prevention and treatment.
Realize the importance of nutrition as an intervention strategy for chronic conditions.

2010/11 Presenters:

Andrew Weil, MD www.drweil.com	Sept. 20, 2011 7:00 pm: Why Our Health Matters DVD of presentation available in the MR Library
Andrew Weil, MD www.drweil.com	Sept. 21, 2011; 8:30 am: Nutrition 101: Macronutrients and the Anti-Inflammatory Diet DVD of presentation available in the MR Library
Esther Konigsberg, MD http://www.integrativemedicineinc.com/integrative-consultants.html	Sept. 21, 2011; 10:00 am: Managing Stress with Nutrition and other Natural Approaches DVD of presentation available in the MR Library
Susan Biali, MD www.susanbiali.com	Sept. 21, 2011; 12:30 pm; Making it Stick: Wellness Coaching Tips for Successful Long-Lasting Behavioural Change DVD of presentation available in the MR Library
Melissa Hershberg, MD http://melissahershberg.com	Sept. 21, 2011; 1:30 pm: Rebel with a Cause: Eat, Cheat, and Defeat with the Rebel Diet
Keith Block, MD www.blockmd.com	Mar. 17, 2011; 7:00 pm: Life Over Cancer: Impacting Life Quality and Improving Survival through Integrative Treatment DVD of presentation available in the MR Library
Keith Block, MD Penny Block, PhD	Mar. 18, 2011; 9:00 am: Implementing a New Model for Cancer Treatment and Prevention: A Practical and Interactive Session DVD of presentation available in the MR Library
Rob Rutledge, MD www.healingandcancer.org	Mar. 18, 2011; 10:45 am: Integrating Wisdom and Love on the Cancer Journey DVD of presentation available in the MR Library
Ann Katz, PhD www.drannekatz.com	Mar. 18, 2011; 1:00 pm: Living the New Normal DVD of presentation available in the MR Library
Shane Sinclair, PhD	Mar. 18, 2011; 2:00 pm; Tending the Spirit and Living with Cancer DVD of presentation available in the MR Library

2009/10 Presenters:

Woodson Merrell, MD www.woodsonmerrell.com	Jan. 28, 2010; Listen to "The Source": A Blueprint for Living and Feeling Better DVD of presentation available in the MR Library
Tieraona Low Dog, MD www.drlowdog.com	Feb. 25, 2010: Top Selling Supplements: The True Story DVD of presentation available in the MR Library
James Gordon, MD www.jamesgordonmd.com	Apr. 1, 2010: Getting Unstuck: The Journey from Confusion and Depression to Clarity and Delight DVD of presentation available in the MR Library
Joan Borysenko, PhD www.joanborysenko.com	May 6, 2010; Change and Resilience: Strategies for Hope and Health DVD of presentation available in the MR Library

2008/09 Presenters:

Dean Ornish, MD www.pmri.org	Jan. 29, 2009; Genes are Not Your Fate DVD of presentation available in MR Library
Michael Holick, MD www.uvadvantage.org	Feb. 26, 2009; Vitamin D for Health: A D-LIghtful Story DVD of presentation available in MR Library
David Perlmutter, MD www.perlhealth.com	Mar. 26, 2009; Optimizing Your Brain DVD of presentation available in MR Library
Judith Orloff, MD www.drjudithorloff.com	May 7, 2009; Achieving Emotional Freedom DVD of presentation available in MR Library

2007/08 Presenters:

Rachel Naomi Remen, MD www.rachelremen.com	Oct. 18, 2007; The Will to Live and Other Mysteries
Larry Dossey, MD www.dosseydossey.com	Nov. 29, 2007; The Extraordinary Healing Power of Ordinary Things
Eve A. Wood, MD	Apr. 3, 2008; 10 Steps to Take Charge of Your Emotional Life
Andrew Weil, MD www.drweil.com	May 8, 2008; Healthy Living, Optimal Well-Being

Ross Glen Hall
Roderick Mah Centre for Continuous Learning
Mount Royal University
4825 Mount Royal Gate SW
Calgary, AB

General information

Doors open at 6 p.m.
General seating
Authors' books will be for sale at each event.
Talks start at 7 p.m., Q & A session, moderated by Gord Gillies of Global TV, starts at 8:30 p.m.