60 Minutes

By: Dr. David Quig, PhD

Gastrointestinal Dysbiosis and Inflammatory Conditions

Learning Objectives

• Recognize the key under-appreciated components of the complex, multilayered GI barrier system.
• Describe the cross communication between the GI microbiota and the mucous with respect to inflammation and GI health.
• Assess normobiosis and pro-inflammatory dysbiosis.
• Recognize the clinical significance of abnormalities among different stool biomarkers of GI inflammation.
• Develop intervention strategies towards amelioration of GI inflammation associated with invasive pathogens and IBDs.

90 Minutes

By: Dr. Melody Hartzler, PharmD, BCACP, BC-ADM, Dr. Lara Zakaria, PharmD

Case-Based Functional Medicine Approach to IBS/IBD

Learning Objectives

• Distinguish between the signs, symptoms, and complications of IBS vs. IBD
• Compare and contrast inflammatory components of both IBS and IBD
• Develop a therapeutic plan for IBS/IBD patients

90 Minutes

By Dr. Amy Rolfsen, ND

Navigating Resistant Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) with Precision Medicine

Learning Objectives

• Review pathophysiology and differential diagnosis of SIBO
• Discuss common co-existing infections that can mimic or exacerbate symptoms
• Review laboratory assessment of SIBO, including comprehensive stool testing
• Develop clinical protocols for SIBO patients

60 Minutes

By Dr. Marina Buksov, PharmD

Herbs for Gastrointestinal Distress

Learning Objectives

• Identify common gastrointestinal disorders and syndromes for which herbal therapy may be appropriate
• Determine herbal classes that may be useful in the GI system
• Review evidenced-based herbal protocols for functional gastrointestinal disorders, along with suggested duration of therapy and dosing strategies
• Discuss best practices for sourcing quality herbal products

90 Minutes

By Dr. Vincent Pedre, MD, FMCP

Chronic PPI Use and the Pitfalls of PPI Withdrawal: The Gut-Healing Protocol to Successfully Reduce PPI Usage

90 Minutes

By Jim Lavelle, R.Ph., CCN., MT., ND

The Effects of Common Prescription Medications on the GI System: Counseling Patients on Drug-Induced Microbiome Disruption (DIMD)