Have you gone from one doctor to another with little or no benefit?
Then this conference is for you!
Fibromyalgia/Chronic Fatigue sufferers and those who care for them will be gathering from all over the nation in this special 2-day conference with all the latest research and treatment options on reversing these illnesses.

“Suffer In Silence No More”

11th Annual Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Conference

For support group leaders ONLY: Free breakfast Saturday morning with Dr. Gloria Gilbère and Yvonne Keeny, FCI founder & executive director!

Leaders for the Cure is a FCI scholarship program for support group leaders. The multi-faceted program focuses on leadership training, advocacy and growing a successful support group.

Leading Fibromyalgia/ Chronic Fatigue experts will be sharing their knowledge, experiences and wisdom. The various perspectives from an array of healthcare professionals remind us that successful treatment of these illnesses comes from a multi-disciplinary approach.

If you suffer with Fibromyalgia and/or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, these experts will reveal what you need to know.

Given the variety of speakers’ expertise, this conference will offer something valuable to healthcare providers as well as Fibromyalgia/CFS patients, their family and friends.

“How Naturopathic Medicine Can Partner with Conventional Medicine in the Treatment of Fibromyalgia & CFS”

Dr. Blankinship received her doctorate degree from National College of Naturopathic Medicine, in Portland, Oregon, one of the world’s leading institutions in naturopathic medicine and one of only five accredited naturopathic medical schools in North America. She received most of her clinical training in under-served communities, part of which included rotations at Outside-In Clinic (as featured on PBS), focusing on women’s reproductive health, and providing low-cost medical care to the homeless and disadvantaged of Portland, Oregon. Dr Blankinship is dedicated to bringing natural medicine to urban communities and works to educate people about the benefits of healthy lifestyle choices, and the healing power of natural medicine.

“Chemical Cuisine–Do you REALLY know what you’re eating?”

Dr. Gilbère is a naturopath, homeopath, environmental health consultant and journalist. She has written 11 books including best-sellers I Was Poisoned By My Body, Pain & Inflammation Matters, and the new Chemical Cuisine: Do you REALLY know what you’re eating, (available from FCI). Dr. Gilbère teaches and lectures worldwide–consulting in nutritional biochemistry, detoxification, environmental health, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications. Her work has taken her throughout the U.S. and to more than sixteen countries. Her client list includes Fortune 500 companies, universities, hospitals, health care organizations, government agencies, educational facilities, corporations, and professional associations.

“New Found Connections to Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue”

Dr. Hines is a naturopathic doctor, endocrinologist, and master herbalist. He has been practicing naturopathy for over 15 years, and is currently writing a book, Gastrointestinal Diseases. He co-authored The Road to Health. Dr. Hines has more than 12,000 hours of training in nutritional biochemistry, anatomy, and physiology. He specializes in allergies, cancer, gastrointestinal issues, hormonal imbalances, lupus, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue and Lyme disease.

“The Forgotten Hormones”

Dr. Jane Murray has been involved in teaching and practicing medicine for over 30 years, as well as providing medical leadership as Director of Education for the American Academy of Family Physicians from 1986-1991 and as Chair of the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Kansas Medical Center from 1991-1998. Dr. Murray is the founding Board Chair of Women in Balance, a national non-profit organization that supports research and education about hormone balance in midlife women. She continues to teach, conduct research, and speaks widely to national audiences about women’s health and about integrating conventional Western medicine with other healing practices. She also completed a book recently, Be the Change: Transforming Health Care from the Inside Out.

“Keys to Success in Unleashing Your Healing Potential”

Dr. Russell blends traditional and alternative medicine in her holistic medical practice. She is a member of the American College of Physicians, American Society of Internal Medicine, and the American Holistic Medical Association. She is a founding diplomat of the American Board of Holistic Medicine. She was a member of the Executive Board of the American Holistic Medical Association and a Journal reviewer and writer for Oakstone Medical Publishing, writing a National Newsletter for Alternative Medicine. She is a two term past president of the Missouri State Board of the Healing Arts. Dr. Russell has lectured nationally and has appeared on various radio and TV shows such as CBS's 60 Minutes.

“The Foundations of Health”

Dr. Salas is a 1996 graduate of Cleveland Chiropractic College. Since becoming a Chiropractic Physician, Dr. Salas has continued to improve his professional skills, focusing on gentle, non-force manual and energetic techniques that sooth the body, mind, and the spirit of his patients. He finds relief for his patients by concentrating on the underlying physical, emotional and mental stresses that so often manifest as acute pain. His treatments also bring relief from sinus infections, yeast overgrowth and food allergy as well as help in healing fibromyalgia.

You are invited to join us on Friday evening for the reception and presentation of the Go-Give Spirit Award for an outstanding volunteer.

Presentation by Dilys Gannon-Bone, Ph.D. “How to Achieve a Healthier Immune System: The Rose Concept”

EARLY-BIRD REGISTER DEADLINE: APRIL 7
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Registration includes all sessions, reception on Friday evening, and lunch on Saturday. Meals are gluten free. Please enter which meals you want when registering. NOTE: Room rates at the DoubleTree include complimentary breakfast.

A PATIENT-FRIENDLY CONFERENCE

Temperatures average about 65° in Kansas City this time of year. Please bring a sweater or light jacket to help assure your comfort.

Most FM/CFS patients are extremely sensitive to odors. Please refrain from wearing fragrance, smoking or drinking alcohol in the conference area.

Don’t miss this exciting event packed with powerful speakers and life changing information on Fibromyalgia and CFS including treatment protocols and down-to-earth strategies on reversing these debilitating illnesses!!