Fw: Autism Conference In Atlanta, August 2005!

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A Comprehensive Approach to Healing and Recovery…. Autism, PDD and AD(H)D As presented by physicians, top researchers and parents of recovered children. Saturday, August 27, 2005 Simpsonwood Conference Center Atlanta, GA CONFERENCE SCHEDULE Saturday, August 27, 2005 Simpsonwood Conference Center 4511 Bridge Circle Norcross, GA 30092 Rollins Center-N. Georgia Room Please go to www.simpsonwood.org for more information on accommodations and directions to the conference center. *Schedule is subject to change without notice* 8:00am – 9:00am Registration and Exhibits 9:00am – 10:15am “The Importance of Biological Interventions in Autism” Shaw, Director of The Great Plains Laboratory 10:15am – 10:30am Break and Exhibits 10:30am – 11:45am “A Mother’s Success Story: How I was Able to Make a Difference in my Son’s Life” Lori Knowles, Mother of a recovered autistic child 11:45am – 1:15pm Lunch and Exhibits 1:15pm – 2:30pm “The Role of Supplements in Healing Your Child” Shaw, Director of The Great Plains Laboratory 2:30pm – 3:00pm Break and Exhibits 3:00pm – 4:30pm “Dietary Management of Behavioral Disorders” Shula Edelkind, Feingold 4:30pm – 4:45pm Break and Exhibits 4:45pm – 6:00pm “Chelating Heavy Metals with DMPS” Rashid Buttar, DO SPEAKERS Dr. Shaw received a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Human Physiology from the Medical University of South Carolina. He is Board Certified in the fields of Clinical Chemistry and Toxicology by the American Board of Clinical Chemistry. He worked with the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and Kline Laboratories in Atlanta. He supervised the following departments while employed by the Center for Disease Control: Endocrinology, Nutritional Biochemistry, Toxicology and Immunology. He was Director of Clinical Chemistry, Endocrinology and Toxicology at Children’s Mercy Hospital (teaching hospital of the University of Missouri at Kansas City School of Medicine). Dr. Shaw is now the Director of The Great Plains Laboratory for Health, Nutrition and Metabolism in Lenexa, Kansas specializing in urine metabolic testing for autism spectrum disorders. He is author of “Biological Treatments for Autism and PDD” and is a frequent speaker at autism conferences worldwide. He is the stepfather of a child with autism and has helped thousands of parents and physicians successfully contribute to improving the lives of autistic children. Lori Knowles is a mother of four children, with her youngest son receiving a diagnosis of autism at the age of 2.5 years. After her early intervention speech therapist gave her a copy of Dr. Shaw’s “Biological Treatments for Autism and PDD”, she began aggressively seeking all possible interventions that could help her child. After extensive research and personal experience, Lori has become very knowledgeable about the role that different therapies had in helping her son make the most significant progress. Lori currently works at the Great Plains Laboratory where she is an advocate for parents seeking to improve their children’s lives. In addition, she has been a speaker at national and international autism conferences and is the director of the parent autism support group called SPIN (Spectrum Support Intervention Network). She will share her journey from her son’s birth, to diagnosis to the present day and his essential recovery for the purpose of educating and inspiring others to have hope and make a difference. Rashid A. Buttar, D.O., is a graduate of the University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences, College of Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Buttar is board certified in Clinical Metal Toxicology, Preventive Medicine, is board eligible in Emergency Medicine and has achieved fellowship status in three separate medical organizations. He is the medical director of Center for Advanced Medicine in Charlotte, NC, a clinic specializing in treating patients with cancer and heart disease refractory to conventional medical treatments and also serves as Director of Clinical Research and Development for V-SAB Medical Labs where he is extensively involved in polypeptide research and development of innovative drug delivery mechanisms. Dr. Buttar has lectured world-wide to physicians, been featured on TV and radio, and has even testified in front of the US Congressional Sub-Committee on Human Rights and Wellness. In an attempt to treat his son for heavy metal toxicity, Dr. Buttar re-formulated the chelating agent DMPS to be used transdermally and currently uses it for children with autism and similar disorders in his private practice. Shula Edelkind’s second child was more than “all boy” and became an obvious behavior problem; she didn’t have a clue what to do. She obeyed the doctors, took parenting courses, put him on Ritalin, then Cylert, and was considering adding Tegretol as an effort to control the hallucinations produced by Cylert, when he developed Tourette Syndrome. In the 1980’s, doctors had not yet seen Tourette Syndrome. It took the Tourette Syndrome Association’s article in a magazine, and a four-hour trip to a special diagnostic clinic to get the diagnosis. When she saw the Woman to Woman talk show on TV discussing treatments for AD(H)D, including the dietary treatment of the Feingold Association, she thought it might be useful, or at least not harmful. Remarkably, in four days, her son was behaviorally normal. By the end of the year, there were no more Tourette’s tics and he has been in “permanent remission” for the past 20 years. REGISTRATION FORM HOW TO REGISTER 1. Register Online at www.greatplainslaboratory.com 2. Register by Mail: Atlanta 2005 Conference 11813 W. 77th St. Lenexa, Kansas 66214 3. Register by phone: (913) 341-8949 at The Great Plains Laboratory 4. Register by fax: (913) 341-6207 at The Great Plains Laboratory CONFERENCE FEE: $99 for a single pass $149 for 2 passes (Fee includes lunch and all speakers’ handouts) $_____Total *THE CONFERENCE FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE* How did you hear about this conference? _______________________________________________________ PARTICIPANT CONTACT INFORMATION: First Attendee Last Name: ________________________________________ First Name: _______________________________________ Title/Organization: _______________________________ Address: ___________________________________________ City: _______________________________________________ State: ____________________ Zip: _____________________ Phone: (H)_______________ (W) ____________________ Email Address: ____________________________________ Second Attendee Last Name: ________________________________________ First Name: _______________________________________ Title/Organization: _______________________________ Address: ___________________________________________ City: _______________________________________________ State: ____________________ Zip: _____________________ Phone: (H)_______________ (W) ____________________ Email Address: ____________________________________ ___Please check here if you prefer your name NOT be listed on a master list of all conference attendees. The list including name, address, email address and telephone numbers will be available so we may contact you for future workshops, outreach clinics and conferences. PAYMENT METHOD Check - make checks payable to The Great Plains Laboratory Money Order Credit Card o VISA Credit Card # ___________________________________ o Master Card Expiration Date__________________________________ o American Express Signature_________________________________________ POST-CONFERENCE OUTREACH CLINIC ~For Children with Autism, PDD, and AD(H)D~ Sunday, August 28, 2005 Simpsonwood Conference Center— complex 4511 Bridge Circle Norcross, GA 30092 The Great Plains Laboratory is pleased to announce an Outreach Clinic specializing in the treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders, allergies, AD(H)D and behavioral abnormalities. A well-trained DAN! physician specializing in the biological treatments for autism and related disorders will be seeing patients on Sunday from 8:30 a.m. through 6:00 p.m. The Great Plains Laboratory will provide a highly skilled phlebotomist, who will be on site as a convenience for any patients requiring blood draws. What you can expect from The Great Plains Laboratory Outreach Clinic: · A multi-faceted, whole-body approach integrating conventional and holistic medicine · Review all signs & symptoms, no matter how ‘seemingly’ unrelated · Extensive intake form to obtain a detailed and accurate clinical picture · Extensive metabolic testing – utilizing blood, urine, stool, and hair · Case review from two distinct branches of medicine (naturopathic medicine and biochemistry) · Design and implement a comprehensive and individualized treatment plan based on each individual’s clinical and metabolic presentation · Option for on-going support provided via phone consultations Our Goal is to Assess and Treat: · Underlying nutritional deficiencies and oxidative stress · Yeast and bacterial imbalances · Food allergies and sensitivities · Immune and endocrine abnormalities · Heavy metal toxicity · Auto-immunity issues · Impaired detoxification system Dr. West, D.O. is a board certified Family Practitioner. She is an Osteopathic physician specializing in natural and complementary medicine. She has a special interest in working with children who have been diagnosed with Autism, AD(H)D, and behavioral disorders. Dr. West has spent two years working in her private practice of holistic medicine and traditional osteopathy. Her private practice is located in Beverly Hills, CA. She continues to pursue her research interest in the field of Autism and AD(H)D. Dr. West has a comprehensive approach and is dedicated to helping children reach their full potential. Many, but not all insurance companies will cover a portion of the testing offered by The Great Plains Laboratory (excluding HMO’s). Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO is the ONLY insurance that can be billed directly by GPL; for ALL other insurance carriers, we will provide you with the appropriate paperwork for your submission. We suggest that you inquire with your BCBS carrier before assuming full coverage. Space is limited so call Wickens at (913) 341-8949 today and schedule your appointment! Additional information will be sent to you upon making an appointment. Follow-up appointments can be handled by phone, or during a subsequent Outreach Clinic in the Atlanta area at additional costs.