Fellowship in Endobiogenic Medicine: Integrative Physiology and Clinical Phytotherapy The fellowship in endobiogeny will change the way you practice medicine forever. It offers a clear method of understanding both why and “As a board certified how an individual becomes ill and how to bring them into pediatrician with fellowship a state of balance. Stop wondering which supplement to training in integrative medicine use, or how to evaluate a patient’s imbalances. and extensive training in functional medicine, I encourage all practitioners to consider training in Endobiogeny. [This] model has opened up amazing doors of understanding that were unavailable to me before. I feel fortunate to be part of this remarkable medical movement and encourage others to consider it.”—Pejman Katiraei, DO, Medical Director, Wholistic Medicine Clinic, Loma Linda University. Endobiogeny Endobiogeny is a theory of terrain based on modern concepts of physiology. It explains how the body develops, maintains and adapts based on modern concepts of physiology. Endobiogeny is holistic and humanistic, transcending the information-based system of modern medicine to create a meanings-based system. The effectiveness of the approach of endobiogeny comes from the level of analysis used. Functional medicine is primarily concerned with cellular and sub-cellular activity, enzymatic pathways and environmental toxins. Standard medicine focuses on cell receptors and blocking or forcing their activities. While these two approaches are detailed and scientific, they do not contextualize cellular activity within the whole body as a dynamic system. Mind-body medicine works at the levels of neurotransmitters, the autonomic nervous system, and a general sense of hormonal and immune system activity in the body. However, it does not offer a comprehensive evaluation of how the body or the mind develop or become out of balance, nor how the complexity of the body is managed and maintained. Endobiogney asks, “What is the manager of this complex, dynamic system called the human body?” and answerss, “The endocrine system.” It is the only system that is ubiquitous, regulates other systems and regulates itself. It is the only system that initiates life before there is a mind, a nervous system, or an immune system. But going upstream to the level of management, endobiogeny evaluates in reality, all levels of function from the sub-cellular to the mind, but always seeks to inter-related these findings with a global context of the living human being vs. a collection of cells functioning autonomously. Biology of Functions The biology of functions is a blood-based testing system unlike any system currently available. It provides depth, meaning and context to lab results by describing the terrain of the individual, as well as the origin and purpose of physiologic states. It facilitates the development of a treatment plan unique to each patient. The findings can be applied to any type of medicine, from Chinese to standard Western medicine. The results from the biology of functions can guide the proper selection of drugs, medicinal plants, intravenous nutrients, and other types of therapies. Treatment The depth of understanding that endobiogeny offers allows the clinician to rationally select treatments based on the actual state of their patient and not based on generic protocols or best guesses of what may work. The emphasis is on natural plant preparations such as tinctures, gemmotherapy, medicinal teas and aromatherapy. Unique dietary regimens, cleanses and lifestyle modifications will also be taught. THE FELLOWSHIP IN ENDOBIOGENY The fellowship is a 24 month program that: Is practical, allowing students to start applying the endobiogenic system from the end of the first seminar (including the biology of functions) Teaches how to approach any physiologic imbalance in a rational and systematic method based on assessing the neuroendocrine etiology of imbalance Teaches how to apply corrective and regulating therapeutic strategies, be it with medicinal plants, homeopathy, vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, probiotics, dietary or lifestyle modifications “Dr. Hedayat is a gifted teacher and seasoned clinician, whose rich knowledge of herbs and traditional medicine is equaled by an encyclopedic fluency in the pharmacological action of plants. Academic rigor, combined with clinical pearls is brought alive through live case analysis. As a practitioner and teacher of Oriental Medicine and clinical herbalism, practicing for over 20 years, I can say that Endobiogeny is unrivaled in its clinical sophistication, diagnostic accuracy, and practical application.” —Rachel Koenig, BA, L.Ac., CH DETAILS OF THE FELLOWSHIP The fellowship in endobiogenic medicine is presented by the American Society for Endobiogenic Medicine and Integrative medicine (ASEMIP), a 501(c)3 not-for-profit scientific and educational organization. TIMING: 2014 - 2016 LOCATION: In-person sessions are conducted in San Diego, California, USA. Web-based sessions can be attended from any location. ELIGIBILITY The following persons who have matriculated in good standing, or who are engaged in completing a degree, from accredited institutions are eligible for the fellowship: 1. Doctors of Medicine (MD), Osteopathy (DO), Naturopathy (ND) and Oriental medicine (OMD) or Licensed acupuncturist (L.Ac.) 2. Doctorate (PhD) in a biological science, mathematics, or a field of science related to the study of biological processes such as biochemistry, biophysics, biomathematics, cell biology, biophysics, psychology, etc. 3. Doctor of pharmacy (PharmD) 4. Masters work or higher in Herbalism 5. Doctors of chiropractic with certification in endocrinology, neurology, physiology and/or nutrition Case-by-case consideration will be given to those persons 6. With unique skill sets or unique post-degree training and experience 7. Who have undergone traditional, non-matriculating training programs American Society of Endobiogenic Medicine & Integrative Physiology 6480 Weathers Pl., Ste 106 San Diego, CA 92121 Tel: 858-455-9726 Fax: 858-455-9159 www.endobiogeny.com ENDOBIOGENY FELLOWSHIP REGISTRATION FORM INFORMATION For more information, contact Kamyar M. Hedayat, MD Email: president@endobiogeny.com Phone: 858-455-9726 (Pacific Standard Time) 6480 Weathers Pl., Ste 106 San Diego, CA USA 92121 REGISTRATION EMAIL: membership@endobiogeny.com WEB: www.endobiogeny.com/fellowship FAX: 858-455-9159 NAME:_________________________________________________________________ Date of Birth :_______________________ Degree(s) ______________ Degree No. ________________________ State of Registration: __________ Other training or special consideration: ___________________________________________________________________ CONTACT INFORMATION: EMAIL: __________________________________________________________________________ OFFICE: _____________________________ MOBILE: _________________________________ ADDRESS (Office): __________________________________________________________________________________ ADDRESS (Home): __________________________________________________________________________________ How did you hear about endobiogeny? 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Referred by ___________________ Webinar Website Other _________________________ ADDENDUM: Topics covered in the fellowship Introduction to endobiogenic medicine and integrative physiology General notions of integrative physiology Endocrine system and the notion of axes Endocrine system review Autonomic nervous system Adaptation and endobiogeny Metabolism, integrative physiology and endobiogeny Introduction to the history and physical examination Introduction to the endobiogenic treatment approach Clinical phytotherapy, Galenic forms, Oligoelements, Homeopathy Diet and Lifestyle Introduction to the biology of functions: biomarkers, lab testing, relative values, derivation of indices Hypercholesterolemia Spasmophilia Osteoporosis Diabetes Alzheimer’s disease Hypoglycemia Gout Asthma Stroke Migraine Hypertension Hypotension Venous circulation Obesity Emaciation Psoriasis Arthrosis Atheromas Immune disorders Infectious disorders Rhinnitis Urticaria Eczema Digestive disorders 1: liver, pancreas, digestive tract Digestive disorders 2: motricity and metabolic disorders Digestive disorders 3: Transit: Constipation and Diarrhea Digestive disorders 4: Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative Colitis Digestive disorders 5: Hepatobiliary disorders Digestive disorders 6: Pancreatic disorders Digestive disorders 7: Digestive tract and glandular disorders: hepatitis, pancreatitis, esophagitis, ulcers, hernias Menstrual disorders, sterility and menopause Disorders of the breast: cysts, adenomas, cancer Dermatology: Acne, Vitiligo Genitourinary: Adenoma of the prostate Depression Insomnia and Sleep disorders