Featured Event
August
Integria Practitioner Symposium 2026: The Incretin Revolution
Date: Saturday 15 – Sunday 16 August 2026
Venue: Sofitel Brisbane Central
Presented by: Integria Healthcare
Format: In‑person & Live Stream
Cost: Registration Options
Early Bird Pricing: Available until 30 April 20
In person Attendance
Practitioner: $649
Student: $520
Live Stream Access
Practitioner VIP Live Stream: $449
Student Live Stream: $360
Synopsis:
The Integria Practitioner Symposium 2026 explores The Incretin Revolution through a uniquely holistic and clinically relevant lens. The landscape of metabolic medicine is undergoing a profound shift that extends far beyond weight management, driven by emerging research into GLP‑1, GIP and related incretin pathways.
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For natural healthcare practitioners, this represents both an unprecedented opportunity and a critical knowledge gap. As well as supporting patients already on medications, practitioners are uniquely positioned to play a front-line role in harnessing these pathways through natural interventions. As the science rapidly expands beyond current pharmaceutical approaches, understanding how to influence GLP-1, GIP, and related pathways through herbal and nutritional medicine becomes essential for comprehensive metabolic care.
Speakers:
- Dr Roger McIntyre
- Professor David Scott
- Nathan Rose
- Professor Joel Pearson
- Professor Damien Keating
- Dr Jacqueline Jacques
- Dr Sarah Edwards
- Professor Kerry Bone
- Glenn Mackintosh
- Diana Boot
Learning outcomes:
- Understand the role of GLP‑1, GIP, and incretin pathways in metabolic and systemic health beyond weight management
- Evaluate emerging evidence on the cardiometabolic, neurological, inflammatory, and gut–brain effects of incretin signalling
- Distinguish endogenous incretin pathway function from pharmaceutical GLP‑1 therapies
- Identify herbal and nutritional strategies that may influence incretin pathways
- Integrate incretin‑focused insights into evidence‑informed, patient‑centred metabolic care
FxMed: Creatine, Menopause & Healthy Ageing: Beyond Muscle for Women’s Midlife Health
Date: Friday 14 August – 12pm NZST/ 10am AEST
Venue: Sofitel Brisbane Central
Duration: 60 minutes (inc. Q&A)
Format: Live Webinar
Cost: Free
Presenter: Dr Denise Furness (Pure Encapsulations)
Description:
Join Dr Denise Furness as she explores creatine, hormonal transition and the foundations of healthy ageing in women.
Key Learning outcomes:
- Discuss practical strategies to support healthy ageing in women during midlife and menopause
- Review the physiological changes affecting muscle, metabolism and cellular energy during midlife and menopause
- Explore the emerging evidence for creatine in women’s cognitive, mitochondrial and musculoskeletal health
International Conference of the Modernization of Chinese Medicine & Health Products (ICMCM) 2026: Clinical Translation, Regulatory Policies and
Global Innovative Pathways of Traditional Medicine
Date: 13th – 14th August 2026 (Thursday to Friday) 11.30am – 8.00pm (AEST) & 15th August (Saturday) 11:00am – 3:00pm (AEST)
Venue: Room N101, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre & Online Streaming
Presented by: Modernized Chinese Medicine International Association (MCMIA)
Leading Collaborating Organisation: Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC)
Format: In‑person & Live Stream
Apply Continuing Education in Chinese Medicine (CME) Credits: Participants must attend Day 1 or Day 2 in full to earn 5 or 6 credits in total per day. (CME-PP0024-SEM308 & CME-PP0024-SEM309; Issued by Hong Kong Baptist University)
Cost: Free
Synopsis: Bringing together some 30 distinguished speakers from government, industry, academia, and research institutions across Hong Kong, Mainland China, Australia, Canada, Indonesia, Korea, Macau, Malaysia Singapore, Thailand, and beyond, this conference offers a comprehensive exploration of the modernisation of Chinese medicine and its global expansion – from scientific evidence to international market access. Learn more about the conference here.
September
BioCeuticals: Women’s Health Expert Forum – Menarche to Menopause
Type of Event: Touring seminar
Date of Event:
Perth – Saturday 22 August 2026
Gold Coast – Saturday 5 September 2026
Melbourne – Sunday 13 September 2026
Adelaide (Watch Party – streaming) – Sunday 13 September 2026
Time of Event: 8 – 6 AEST
Duration of Event: 9 hrs (5.5 hours learning)
Cost of Event:
Earlybird – $79.95 (Ends June 16 th )
General admission – $99.95
Student – $69.95
Adelaide Watch Party – $59.95
Online streaming – $49.95
Presenters:
Keynote – Dr Miranda Myles.
Supported by Emma Sutherland, Lisa Costa-Bir
This fullday seminar opens with an inspirational keynote designed to support practitioners in evolving their practice within a rapidly changing clinical landscape. From there, the day unfolds as a deep exploration of women’s health through an integrative lens, examining the interconnected neural, endocrine, immune, and gut systems across the female lifespan. From menarche to menopause.
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Beginning at menarche, the seminar frames this transition as a critical neuroendocrine and immunological turning point. It explores the implications of early hormonal maturation on
neurodevelopment, including patterns such as latediagnosed ADHD in women, and how these early
shifts can influence longterm hormonal and metabolic health.
The program then moves through common and complex clinical presentations including amenorrhoea, PCOS, endometriosis, PMDD, and autoimmune conditions. Emphasis is placed on understanding how inflammation, immune activation, metabolic dysfunction, and microbiome disruption contribute to symptom complexity, particularly through key hormonal transitions such as perimenopause and menopause. Autoimmune thyroid conditions, including Hashimoto’s, are examined in this context.
The day concludes with clinically relevant frameworks for hormonal testing, providing clear pathways to support lifestageappropriate treatment decisions.
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the interconnected roles of neural, endocrine, immune, and gut systems in women’s
health - Explore key hormonal transitions from menarche through to menopause
- Examine common clinical presentations including PCOS, endometriosis, PMDD, and autoimmune
disease - Apply hormonal testing frameworks to guide life-stage-appropriate clinical strategies
11th Annual National Institute of Integrative Medicine (NIIM) Symposium
Type of Event: Symposium
Date of Event: Thursday 10th and Friday 11th September 2026
Where: Amora Herencia Riverwalk Hotel, Richmond, VIC
Duration of Event: 2 Days
Cost of Event:
General
1 Day = $396*
2 Days = $726*
Student
1 Day = $198*
2 Days = $352*
(* excludes booking and processing fees)
Presenters: See full line-up of Presenters here
Join a vibrant community of integrative GPs, specialists, allied health professionals and healthcare practitioners committed to advancing patient care through evidence-informed integrative medicine.
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Across two inspiring days, hear from more than 20 leading clinicians, researchers and thought leaders as they share the latest evidence, emerging research and practical clinical insights shaping the future of healthcare.
Explore contemporary approaches to disease prevention and management, with this year’s program covering key topics including integrative cancer care, women’s health, gut health, autoimmune conditions and medicinal cannabis.
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Evaluate the latest evidence and emerging research underpinning integrative medicine and its application in contemporary clinical practice.
- Applyevidence-informed integrative approaches to the prevention and management of chronic and complex health conditions.
- Examine the current evidence, clinical indications and regulatory considerations relating to integrative medicinein patient care.
- Identify opportunities to enhance patient outcomes through multidisciplinary collaboration between GPs, specialists, allied health professionals and other healthcare practitioners.
- Translate emerging research and expert clinical insights into safe, patient-centred, evidence-informed treatment plans.
The University of Melbourne: 2nd Integrative Healthcare Research Symposium
Type of Event: In-person only
Date of Event: Friday 4 September 2026
Where: Sidney Myer Asia Centre, The University of Melbourne, 761 Swanston Street, Parkville, Victoria, 3052
Time of Event: 9AM-4PM, registration essential
Cost of Event: $20 fully catered
CPD Certificates available to attendees on request
Click here for more information
The Symposium Features:
- Insights from Australian leaders in participatory research co-design, including Prof Victoria Palmer, Dr Jennifer Bibb, Phillip Orcher (Muruwari / Gumbaynggirr) and Candice Peart from the ALIVE National Centre
- Expertise in research methods from Australia’s top TCIM researchers A/Prof Lesley Braun and Prof Amie Steel (online)
- Other speakers and opportunities to connect, collaborate and pitch new research ideas
- Experiential workshops
- Optional guided tour of the University of Melbourne’s History of Medicine Museum – including the Cultural Medicine: The Art of Indigenous Healing exhibition, 4.15pm-5pm.
BioConcepts: What signals the right time to consider SAMe? Discover the complex nuances for tackling “tricky” nutrients.
Type of Event: Webinar
Date of Event: 17 September 2026
Where:
Time of Event: 12:00pm – 1:00pm (AEST)
Cost of Event: FREE
Presenter: Rhiannon Hardingham, B. Health Science (Naturopathy)
1 CPE Point Certificate
The Symposium Features:
S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) is an ingredient whose clinical application has some practitioners on the fence. Join renowned naturopath Rhiannon Hardingham as she examines the biochemistry, assessment frameworks and safety factors that help guide decision making.
Immerse yourself with 200+ like-minded practitioners in our free and highly attended webinar session for a critical, evidence informed, yet clinical discussion to better understand SAMe in practise and what this means for patient outcomes.
- Key Learning outcomes: Practitioners will be able to:
- Manage SAMe safely, accounting for contraindications, interactions, and co-prescription with both natural and pharmaceutical medicines.
- Explain SAMe’s biochemistry and its role as the body’s primary methyl donor.
- Apply SAMe therapeutically, selecting appropriate patients, dosing, and treatment plans.
October
Bio Concepts 2-Day Summit 2026
Neuro Resilience: Recovering the Sleep-Brain-Body Connection
When: Saturday 31st October – Sunday 1st November 2026
Where: Sofitel Brisbane Central, 249 Turbot Street, Brisbane + Livestream
CPE Points: 10
About the Summit: Bio Concepts is back with a bigger, bolder 2-day summit! Join us for the Neuro Resilience Summit as we explore the essential link between sleep, brain function, and physical health.
Ticketing:
NHAA members save almost 30% on in-person tickets using code: NHAA20 (limited time offer).
Super Early Bird Prices (until 30th April 2026)
In-Person: $599
Virtual: $315
Students: Additional 20% discount – contact Customer Service
Tickets require an approved Bio Concepts practitioner account (registration is free).
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This event covers the science and clinical management of:
- PMDD, depression, Alzheimer’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis, ADHD, and mental fatigue
- Sleep, circadian rhythms, light exposure, nutrition, stress, gut health, immune regulation, and oral health
Gain actionable insights on:
- Reframing mental health and addiction
- Optimising sleep hygiene
- Leveraging chronobiology and gut microbiota research for neurodegenerative and mood disorders
Practical workshops provide tools for:
- Improving patient compliance
- Recognising the link between infections, oral health, and neuroinflammatio
Learning Outcomes:
- Strengthen sleep & circadian alignment for depression, PMDD, ADHD, and autoimmunity with practical strategies
- Understand the role of light in hormonal and immune regulation, including office and sunlight interventions
- Apply gut–brain and nutritional insights including ketogenic diet research and sleep-gut interactions
- Recognise oral health drivers of neuroinflammation and address them in holistic patient care
- Maximise patient compliance and reduce stigma in mental health and addiction
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ON DEMAND
BioConcepts – The Philosophy Driven Practice: How Naturopathic Principles Build Better Outcomes, Stronger Compliance and a Practice That Lasts
Date: On-Demand
Type of Event: Webinar
Presenter: Katherine Maslen
Cost: Free
Modern naturopaths are more educated, more tested, and more resourced than ever before. So why are so many still dealing with poor compliance, protocol fatigue, and clients who understand the science but still do not change?
The problem is not your knowledge. It is the gap between naturopathic philosophy and how you are actually practising.
This webinar closes that gap. You will learn how applying naturopathic principles as a clinical framework, not just a philosophy, changes everything. Clearer decision making. Stronger patient engagement. Better long term outcomes. A practice model that does not grind you down.
If naturopathy has started to feel like a philosophy you believe in but rarely get to practise, this masterclass will help you come back. Join us for this masterclass and take away learnings that you can apply at your next consult.
Key Learning outcomes:
- How to apply naturopathic principles as a clinical framework, not just a philosophy
- To use science and supplements as tools – without losing the essence of naturopathy
- Improve client compliance by shifting from instruction to guided self-discovery
- Avoid “medicalised naturopathy” while still practising evidence informed care
- Choose treatment strategies that align with the patient’s capacity, not just their pathology
- Understand which practice models best support true holistic care
Mastering Metabolic Associated Fatty Liver (MAFLD) with C15:0 – Nutriscript
An in-depth clinical session as we explore how this essential fatty acid (C15:0) supports metabolic liver health by strengthening cellular membranes, supporting mitochondrial function, and offering defence against degeneration.
Date: On-Demand
Type of Event: Webinar
Presenter: Sharlyne Poggio
Organiser: Nutriscript
Cost: Free
Key Learning Outcomes:
- The MAFLD Protocol: Integrating C15:0 into your standard liver support strategies.
- Identifying the C15:0 Deficient Patient: Recognising clinical signs and interpreting key biomarkers.
- Practical Application: How to achieve therapeutic levels using fatty15.
- Clinical Insight: A look at the patient presentations that benefit most from C15:0 intervention. Dr. Doniparthi will outline how he uses fatty15 in clinic.
Skin Deep: Holistic Insights into Chronic Dermatology – Bio Concepts
We’re going Skin Deep this season, exploring holistic insights into chronic dermatology. Season 5 kicks off in late January with Episode 1: “Adult Acne: Inflammation, the Skin Microbiome & Modern Solutions”, featuring naturopaths Asha Evertsz and Karina Hiscock.
Join host, Toni Chambers – clinical nutritionist and broadcast journalist – as she chats with an incredible line-up of experts, including Sheryl Sivell, Lynsey Koch, and more!
Tune in for evidence-informed strategies and fresh perspectives on skin health.
With 10 fortnightly episodes, be sure to hit the bell icon on your favourite podcast platform (Spotify, Apple Podcasts or Amazon Music) so you don’t miss a moment!
🎧Listen Now: https://www.bioconcepts.com.au/between-clinical-minds-podcast-season-5
Event: Bio Concepts Between Clinical Minds Podcast – Season 5
Event Type: Podcast series
Episodes: 10 fortnightly episodes
Speakers: 16 industry experts
When: Episode 1 drops late January 2026
Cost: Free
What You Can Expect:
- Nutritional and lifestyle interventions for inflammatory skin disorders
- The gut-skin axis and its role in eczema and coeliac-related rashes
- Natural antifungal protocols and immune support
- Holistic management of skin cancer and post-treatment care
- Restorative skin therapies and barrier repair techniques
- Whether you’re treating sensitive skin or supporting long-term recovery, this season offers grounded, evidence-informed insights to elevate your clinical practice.
How to watch:
Available on your preferred podcast platform:
- Apple Podcasts Between Clinical Minds Podcast – Apple Podcasts
- Spotify Podcasts Between Clinical Minds | Podcast on Spotify
- Amazon Music Podcast Between Clinical Minds en Amazon Music
- Bio Concepts Engage BioConcepts Engage – Between Clinical Minds Podcast
Mastering Pathology Summit: Connecting Patterns with Presentation
The field of pathology is a treasure trove of clinical connections, holding the keys to understanding the driving factors behind disease states and the manifestations of signs and symptoms. However, a crucial question lingers: Are we fully leveraging the potential of the conventional blood tests that patients often already undergo?
Date: On-Demand
Type of Event: 2-Day Summit Livestream Recording
Presenter(s): Dr Olivia Lesslar, Rhona Creegan, Prof. Pete Smith, Tara Nelson, Janella Purcell, Asst. Prof. Dr Patana Teng-umnuay, Dr Janet Schloss, Mim Beim, Lara Briden, Dr Charlotte Middleton.
Organiser: Bio Concepts
Cost: $320 (Students 20% discount)
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Unearth the intricacies of traditional pathology, unravelling the mysteries within crucial body systems. Dive into the world of cancer support, women’s health, and immunity, and the nuances of gut health, with a focus on the dynamic landscape of inflammatory bowel disease, diabetes, and the complexity of thyroid markers.
- Discover the art of matching clinical signs and symptoms with blood markers, unlocking the hidden secrets behind patients’ health challenges. Learn to seamlessly fuse conventional pathology testing with other cutting-edge investigations, navigating the possible connection to pinpoint the elusive root causes of patient presentations.
- Apply your newfound knowledge to live clinical cases, exploring treatment options that could change the course of patients’ lives.
- Return to the fundamental principles of healing, where food is medicine and breathwork is an important clinical tool and patient prescription. Engage in fun, interactive practical demonstrations that you can immediately apply to clinical practice.
- This isn’t just a learning experience; it’s an expedition into the intricacies of pathology, where the mundane transforms into the extraordinary.
Skin Deep: Holistic Insights into Chronic Dermatology – Bio Concepts
We’re going Skin Deep this season, exploring holistic insights into chronic dermatology. Season 5 kicks off in late January with Episode 1: “Adult Acne: Inflammation, the Skin Microbiome & Modern Solutions”, featuring naturopaths Asha Evertsz and Karina Hiscock.
Join host, Toni Chambers – clinical nutritionist and broadcast journalist – as she chats with an incredible line-up of experts, including Sheryl Sivell, Lynsey Koch, and more!
Tune in for evidence-informed strategies and fresh perspectives on skin health.
With 10 fortnightly episodes, be sure to hit the bell icon on your favourite podcast platform (Spotify, Apple Podcasts or Amazon Music) so you don’t miss a moment!
🎧Listen Now: https://www.bioconcepts.com.au/between-clinical-minds-podcast-season-5
Event: Bio Concepts Between Clinical Minds Podcast – Season 5
Event Type: Podcast series
Episodes: 10 fortnightly episodes
Speakers: 16 industry experts
When: Episode 1 drops late January 2026
Cost: Free
What You Can Expect:
- Nutritional and lifestyle interventions for inflammatory skin disorders
- The gut-skin axis and its role in eczema and coeliac-related rashes
- Natural antifungal protocols and immune support
- Holistic management of skin cancer and post-treatment care
- Restorative skin therapies and barrier repair techniques
- Whether you’re treating sensitive skin or supporting long-term recovery, this season offers grounded, evidence-informed insights to elevate your clinical practice.
How to watch:
Available on your preferred podcast platform:
- Apple Podcasts Between Clinical Minds Podcast – Apple Podcasts
- Spotify Podcasts Between Clinical Minds | Podcast on Spotify
- Amazon Music Podcast Between Clinical Minds en Amazon Music
- Bio Concepts Engage BioConcepts Engage – Between Clinical Minds Podcast
Thyroid Antibodies: Clinical Significance, Nuances and Treatment Strategies
Thyroid autoimmunity is a growing concern in clinical practice, with thyroid antibodies playing a pivotal role in the progression of thyroid dysfunction.
Join thyroid-focused naturopath Tara Nelson for this Engage webinar that will provide practitioners with a comprehensive understanding of thyroid antibodies, their clinical significance, and holistic strategies to reduce their impact.
Through a functional medicine lens, we will explore the pathophysiology of autoimmunity, the nuances of thyroid antibodies in systemic health, and evidence-based approaches to modulate immune function and improve thyroid health.
Organiser: Bio Concepts
Date: LIVE Online & On-Demand
Type of Event: Free Webinar
Cost: FREE
CPE: 1 Point
How to watch: To watch LIVE and participate in the LIVE Q&A, practitioners may register using the below link.
Following the live webinar, a recording will be made available to watch on-demand exclusively at www.bioconceptsengage.com.au
Presenter(s): Tara Nelson – Naturopath Herbalist Nutritionist Author Mentor Speaker and Educator and thyroid Specialist.
Tara has nearly 3 decades of clinical experience working as a Naturopath, Nutritionist and herbalist working with patients in all areas of thyroid health, such as hypo and hyperthyroidism, thyroid nodules and thyroid cancers, thyroid autoimmune conditions and supporting patients post thyroidectomy.
Tara works with patients face to face and online globally, drawing from her clinical experience of seeing hundreds of thyroid patients and also her own and one of her 3 children’s diagnosis of Hashimoto’s.
Tara regularly mentors’ other health practitioners with their complex thyroid cases and runs 2 thyroid practitioner training programs to educate and support practitioners in all areas of thyroid health.
Tara is a regular guest speaker on health and wellbeing-based podcasts, and professional organisations and companies.
Key Learning Outcomes:
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- The pathophysiology of autoimmunity and its drivers including immune dysregulation, genetic predisposition, molecular mimicry, and environmental triggers (e.g., gluten, infections, toxins), gut dysbiosis and HPA axis dysfunction
- How to differentiate early thyroid autoimmunity from active thyroid disease.
- The impact of persistent antibodies despite normal thyroid function.
- The various thyroid antibodies – Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPOAb); Thyroglobulin Antibodies (TgAb); Thyroid-Stimulating Immunoglobulins (TSI) and TSH Receptor Blocking Antibodies (TRAb) – and their pathological roles
- The nuances of thyroid antibodies on fertility (miscarriage risk, IVF failure, pregnancy complications), neurological health (brain fog, depression, cognitive decline) and metabolic dysfunction.
- Evidence-based approaches to minimise thyroid antibodies including diet, supplementation, stress management and environmental toxin reduction
CPD Module: Rebalancing Wellness with Horopito: A Herbal Perspective on Candida Management
Join us for an engaging one-hour professional development webinar exploring the complex world of Candida and its impact on health. We’ll cover the fundamentals of fungal pathogenesis, the biological cross-talk between the gut microbiome and the immune system, key risk factors like dysbiosis, and the clinical recognition of candidiasis symptoms. Delving into the delicate balance of the vaginal microbiome, we’ll also examine the latest research on the prevalence of vaginal candidiasis. Rounding out the session, we introduce Horopito, a powerful natural herb with a unique mechanism for targeting yeast and supporting microbial balance.
Date: On-Demand
Type of Event: On Demand Webinar – Compulsory Professional Development
Presenter(s): Rommy Castenada, BHSc Clinical Nutrition, BHSc Naturopathy, PhD Candidate, The University of Queensland and Senior Research Clinician at Evidence
Sciences Pty Ltd, Australia.
Duration: 1 hour
Organiser: Forest Herbs Research Ltd.
Cost: FREE
Key Learning outcomes:
1. Understand Candida albicans:
Explain the biological mechanisms of Candida infections and their impacts on health.
2. Identify Risk Factors:
Recognise the key risk factors and symptoms associated with candidiasis.
3. Explore the Vaginal Microbiome:
Describe the role of the vaginal microbiome and its relevance to health and disease.
4. Evaluate Research on Horopito:
Review evidence-based research regarding the applications of Horopito in treating candidiasis.
5. Apply Case Study Insights:
Analyse real-life case studies to inform clinical decision-making in scenarios involving Candida overgrowth and treatment strategies.
Eating Disorder Core Skills: eLearning for Fertility Care Professionals
Eating Disorder Core Skills: eLearning for Fertility Care Professionals is comprehensive foundational eating disorder training developed specifically for fertility care professionals including obstetricians, gynecologists, mental health professionals, dietitians, nurses, naturopaths and herbalists.
The training will equip fertility care professionals with the knowledge and skills to identify and respond when a person is experiencing an eating disorder, understand shared care in the stepped system of care, and prevent and minimise harm for eating disorders in the context of fertility care.
Eating Disorder Core Skills: eLearning for Fertility Care Professionals is a 90-minute, self-paced and interactive online training and includes practical real-life scenarios and activities, videos from leaders in the field and people with a lived experience of an eating disorder, up-to-date resources and a formal assessment.
Eating Disorder Core Skills: eLearning for Fertility Care Professionals includes five modules which align with the NEDC Workforce Core Competencies and National Framework for Eating Disorders Training, the ANZAED clinical practice and training standards, and the stepped system of care for eating disorders.
Date: On-Demand
Type of Event: online training
Duration: 90 min
Organiser: NEDC
Cost: free of charge to all NEDC members (membership is free).
Modules
The five modules include:
- Module 1: Early Identification (Part 1) covers an introduction to eating disorder diagnoses, their prevalence and impact.
- Module 2: Early Identification (Part 2) focuses on the knowledge and skills needed by a health professional to effectively recognise when a person may be experiencing an eating disorder, including the risk factors and warning signs.
- Module 3: Initial Response covers the knowledge and skills needed by a health professional to effectively engage and respond when a person may be experiencing an eating disorder.
- Module 4: Shared Care focuses on the knowledge needed by a fertility care health professional to provide shared care and support a person towards recovery.
- Module 5: Prevention and Harm Reduction covers eating disorder prevention and harm minimisation and will explore the implications and considerations applicable to fertility care providers.
Mitochondrial Health Impacts and The Science of Ubiquinol with The Herbal Pharmacist, David Foreman
Join us for a cutting-edge webinar hosted by Kaneka Ubiquinol™ featuring David Foreman, ‘The Herbal Pharmacist’ from the USA.
Discover the profound impact of Ubiquinol on cardiovascular health, energy levels, fertility, cognition, sleep, stress management, and mitochondrial health. David will be delving into the latest scientific research showcasing Ubiquinol’s vital role in supporting energy production, essential for maintaining optimal bodily functions amidst the challenges of aging and modern lifestyles.
Date: On-Demand
Type of Event: Free Webinar
Presenter(s): Featuring David Foreman, ‘The Herbal Pharmacist’ from the USA. Introduction By: John O’Doherty, CEO of Complementary Medicines Australia (CMA)
Organiser: Kaneka Ubiquinol
Cost: FREE
Key Learning Outcomes:
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- Understand the importance of Ubiquinol as an adjunct nutraceutical in supporting mitochondrial function and diverse health benefits, including cardiovascular support, energy enhancement, fertility promotion, cognition boost, stress management, and mitochondrial health improvement.
- Strong scientific evidence backs Ubiquinol’s efficacy, emphasising its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Aging and lifestyle factors can deplete energy production, making Ubiquinol essential for maintaining optimal bodily functions, especially in mitochondria.
- Ubiquinol complements statin therapy by mitigating potential CoQ10 depletion, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Understanding the differences between Ubiquinol and ubiquinone is crucial for tailored supplementation strategies based on individual needs and health conditions.
Decoding the Metabolic Upheaval of Menopause
Join renowned naturopaths Rachel Arthur & Lara Briden for an in-depth exploration of the critical link between menopause and metabolic dysfunction. This comprehensive discussion will focus on the rising prevalence of metabolic syndrome and metabolic-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) during menopause, the pivotal role of shifting iron levels, and evidence-based strategies for clinical diagnosis and management.
Date: On-Demand from 22nd of October
Type of Event: Free Webinar
Presenter(s): Rachel Arthur and Lara Briden
Organiser: SFI Health
Cost: FREE
Key Learning Outcomes:
Session I – Lara Briden
Fatty Liver in Menopause: Why it Matters
In this session, naturopath Lara Briden will explore the “metabolic upheaval” associated with the menopause transition and make a case for paying close attention to fatty liver.
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- Understand the phases of the menopause transition
- Explore the mechanisms linking menopause with metabolic dysfunction
- Learn how to assess for insulin resistance and fatty liver
- Survey treatment options
Session II – Rachel Arthur
Ferritin in Focus at Menopause
Iron patterns change significantly in menopause and can be associated with presentations of metabolic syndrome. Understanding and managing iron levels is an important aspect of addressing metabolic health during menopause.
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- Iron patterns at menopause
- What to expect in terms of actual slow accrual of iron surplus once a woman stops menstruating
- The inflammation pattern
- The MAFLD pattern
- The unmasked HFE pattern
fx Medicine Podcast – Autoimmunity Perspectives (2 part podcast)
Date and time: 28th April 2026 On Demand listening
Presenter: Hosted by Emma Sutherland. Adrian Lopresti, Michelle Woolhouse, Lisa Costa-Bir and Mick Alexanders
Cost: Free
Description: Autoimmunity occurs when the immune system which normally distinguishes self from non-self and loses tolerance to the body’s own tissues. Instead of targeting pathogens, it begins to recognise the body’s own cells as foreign, triggering an immune response that leads to chronic inflammation and tissue damage.
At its core, autoimmunity represents a breakdown of immune self-tolerance or a failure of the regulatory mechanisms that normally keep T cells and B cells in balance.
Clinically, this can manifest in more than 80 recognised autoimmune diseases ranging from Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and type 1 diabetes, through to systemic diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.
Learning Outcomes:
- In Part 1 of the conversation, we’ll explore the prevalence of autoimmunity, the many potential triggers, the underlying pathophysiology and the assessments each of us tends to use in clinical practice. We’ll also tackle a big question – is cure possible?
- In Part 2, we’ll unpack treatment approaches – looking at whole-body strategies, diet and lifestyle interventions, complementary medicines, conventional medications, and the resources we each rely on as part of our autoimmune toolkit.