Past Events in Orthomolecular Medicine


Saturday October 29, 2011

A One Day Medical Seminar for Physicians and Health Professionals

Depression is a debilitating condition in which one in three people with depression have residual symptoms with
the standard antidepressant therapy. Dr. James Greenblatt will review the current evidence and present practical clinical
applications of nutritional therapies in the treatment of depression. Case studies and time for discussion will be
included in each presentation.

Learning Objectives:

Following the seminar, participants will be able to identify:
1. The evidence for key nutrients to consider in mental health treatment.
2. Nutritional deficiencies associated with mental health disorders.
3. Clinical applications and ways to incorporate evidence into clinical practice.

Accreditation:

This program has been accredited by The College of Family Physicians of Canada and
the Ontario Chapter for up to 5.5 Mainpro-M1 credits. (CFPC)

Approved for 5.5 CE credits by the Board of Directors of Drugless Therapy - Naturopathy. (BDDT-N)

Approved for 7 CEU credits by the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association. (CCPA)

Who should attend:

Family Physicians, Psychiatrists, Naturopathic Doctors, Nurse Practitioners, Psychologists,
Dietitians, Nutritionists and other mental health professionals.



Medical Education Seminar for Physicians and Health Professionals

Integrative Medicine for Anxiety, Mood and Eating Disorders
An evidence-based orthomolecular approach

Presented by James Greenblatt, MD
Chief Medical Officer, Walden Behavioral Care, Waltham, Massachusetts

The importance of nutritional therapy in the treatment of mental disorders is not always considered despite valid clinical evidence.  Dr Greenblatt will review the current evidence and present practical clinical applications of nutritional therapies in the treatment of anxiety, mood and eating disorders.

Case studies and time for discussion will be included in each presentation.

 A few of the topics to be covered include:

  • Nutritional factors in anxiety, OCD, and sleep disorders
  • The association of nutrients such as B12, GABA, inositol, essential fats, magnesium and anxiety disorders
  • The impact of dairy and wheat sensitivities on mental function
  • Nutrients commonly deficient in patients with eating disorders

October 30, 2010
Weston Golf & Country Club, Toronto Ontario

A Public Lecture

Integrative Medicine for Anxiety
An orthomolecular event for teen and adult mental health

Presented by James Greenblatt, MD
Chief Medical Officer, Walden Behavioral Care, Waltham, Massachusetts

Dr Greenblatt, a leading integrative psychiatrist for over 20 years, will examine the
role of nutritional therapies in the development of anxiety and other related mental disorders.

Topics covered:

  • Nutritional factors in anxiety, OCD, and sleep disorders
  • The association of nutrients such as B12, GABA, inositol, essential fats, magnesium and anxiety disorders
  • The impact of dairy and wheat sensitivities on mental function
  • And much more valuable information! 
    Friday, October 29, 7:30 pm
    Medical Sciences Building, JJR MacLeod Auditorium
    University of Toronto, 1 King’s College Circle (Queen’s Park Subway)


Private Breakfast with Patrick Holford

Sunday, March 14, 2010
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Intercontinental Hotel
255 Front Street West, Toronto, ON

Tickets: $35.00
Seating is limited to 40 people.
Please call 416 733 2117 to purchase tickets.

Download the PDF flyer


Friday, February 5, 7:30 pm
A Public Evening For Your Patients

Integrative Medicine for the Treatment of Depression
and Bipolar Disorder: An Orthomolecular Approach

Presented by James Greenblatt, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Walden Behavioral Care, Waltham, Massachusetts

This lecture examined the role of nutrition in the development and treatment of depression and bipolar disorder.
Topics covered:

* Nutrient deficiencies connected to depression and bipolar disorder
* Food allergies, including Celiac disease, and mood disorders
* Minimizing drug side effects with nutrient and herbal supplementation
* And much more valuable information!

Friday, February 5, 7:30 pm
University of Toronto, Medical Sciences Building, JJR MacLeod Auditorium
1 King’s College Circle (Queen’s Park Subway)?
Admission: $20.00
Download the pdf brochure of this event


February 6, 7, 2010
One Weekend-Two Medical Education Seminars for Health Professionals

Integrative Medicine for the Treatment of Depression
and Bipolar Disorder: An Orthomolecular Approach

Is Nutritional Biochemistry the Missing Link in Mental Health Treatment?

Saturday, February 6, 2009
CSOM presents James Greenblatt, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Walden Behavioral Care, Waltham, Massachusetts

This seminar reviewed current theory and clinical applications of nutritional therapies in the treatment of Depression
and Bipolar Disorder. Dr. Greenblatt will provide practical tools for clinicians to understand how nutritional biochemistry
may influence the treatment of Depression and Bipolar Disorder.

Sunday, February 7, 2009
The Great Plains Laboratory Inc presents William Shaw, PhD, Director, The Great Plains Laboratories

This seminar will focus on the emerging science of Biological Psychiatry as it relates to understanding the biological basis of mental health disorders such as Depression and Bipolar Disorder. Inadequate nutrition, diet, infections, micro-organisms, and environmental contaminants can affect mood, behaviour and brain health. Biochemical changes resulting from these factors can be measured and treated utilizing specialized laboratory testing.

February 6, 7, 2010
Westin Prince Hotel,
Toronto Ontario


Medical Education Seminar for Health Professionals
This event is for registered health professionals only.
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2009
Time: 9:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Location: Westin Prince Hotel
900 York Mills Road, Toronto, Ontario

For seminar brochure and further details please click here


The Long Healthy Life
An educational event for the public and health professionals by the Holistic Health Research Foundation
exploring Natural Strategies for Increased Longevity and Chronic Disease Prevention

October 24 and 25, 2009
Ontario Science Centre, Toronto

For more information visit Holistic Health Research

The Long Healthy life is an event by the Holistic Health Research Foundation of Canada,
co-sponsored by OSPCM and ISOM