In this webinar Dr. Anderson will use his unique background in naturopathy and his prior work in ophthalmic medicine to discuss some of the common eye conditions that may be aided by natural means. In this session he will discuss pathophysiology, pharmacology, and nutritional intervention for the following: Forms of macular degeneration, glaucoma, and retinitis pigmentosa. Diagnostic criteria, red-flags, and nutrient intervention will be included.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this lecture, the clinician will be able to:
- Describe the anatomical and pathological basis for the two main forms of maculopathy
- Describe the anatomical and pathological basis for the two main forms of glaucoma
- Describe the pathological presentation of retinitis pigmentosa
- Discuss common pharmacological strategies for the above conditions
- Discuss common nutritional interventions for the above conditions
CE Credits
CONO: Category A – 0.75 credit (General), 0.25 credit (Pharmacology)
British Columbia: Category C – 1.0 credit
AANP: 0.75 credit (General), 0.25 credit (Pharmacy)
OANP/OBNM: For Oregon attendees seeking OBNM approved CE credits, please note that this event has not been submitted for approval to the OBNM. CE certificate will be issued upon individual request.
Dr Paul Anderson, NMD
Dr Anderson is a recognized educator and clinician in integrative and naturopathic medicine with a focus on complex infectious, chronic, and oncologic illness. In addition to three decades clinical experience, he also was head of the interventional arm of a US-NIH funded human research trial using IV and integrative therapies in cancer patients. He founded Advanced Medical Therapies in Seattle, Washington, a clinic focusing on cancer and chronic diseases and now focuses his time in collaboration with clinics and hospitals in the US and other countries.
Former positions include multiple medical school posts, Professor of Pharmacology and Clinical Medicine at Bastyr University and Chief of IV Services for Bastyr Oncology Research Center.
He is co-author of the Hay House book “Outside the Box Cancer Therapies” with Dr Mark Stengler as well as a co-author with Jack Canfield in the anthology “Success Breakthroughs” and the Lioncrest Publishing book “Cancer… The Journey from Diagnosis to Empowerment.”. He is also co-author with Dr’s Osborne and Carter of the IV textbook “A Scientific Reference for Intravenous Nutrient Therapy”.
He is a frequent CME speaker and writer and has extended his educational outreach creating an online CE website “ConsultDrA.com” and Advanced Applications in Medical Practice (AAMP) conferences. AAMP is dedicated to bringing next level learning to healthcare professionals to enhance their knowledge and clinical skills in a CME approved format.
