- Exploring the Intersection between Eating Disorders & Functional GI DisordersPresenter: Sara Hopkins ND, LAcOriginal Date: November 2, 2019Disordered eating behaviors can have a profound impact on digestive physiology resulting in altered motility, anatomy, digestive secretions, immunologic status, and microbial balance. These challenges contribute to the development of a number of different GI disorders, including the category of “Functional GI Disorders” which may have a prevalence up to 98% in patients with eating disorders. Many of these symptoms naturally resolve through the eating disorder recovery process, but to make matters more complex, many patients with eating disorders also had gastrointestinal concerns prior to the onset of their eating disorder. This overlap can present challenges in clinical practice and raises many questions. When should we be pursuing testing for GI symptoms? How do we ensure that our interventions do not cause harm? For conditions for which dietary modification is typically a cornerstone of treatment, when is it appropriate to include these modifications? This presentation explores these questions through presentation of research, clinical experience, and conversation.1.5 general CEUs approved by OBNM
- Vacant Spaces in Whole-Person Healing: Addressing Body Image in Clinical PracticePresenter: Greta Jarvis, MSOriginal Date: November 2, 2019Though body image disturbances impact a high proportion of the population, clinical training and expertise remains low. This presentation defines body image and explores its relationship to physical, mental, and social health. The presenter considers the role of media, culture, industry, medicine, and research in embodiment, as well as highlights strategies and resources for clinicians to support their patients in building a more positive body image and sense of self.1.5 general CEUs approved by OBNM
- Men, Eating Disorders, and Body DysmorphiaPresenter: Joshua Corn, ND, MSOriginal Date: November 2, 2019This presentation focuses on eating disorders and body dysmorphia and how they affect male patients. Eating disorders include anorexia, bulimia, ARFIDS, and binge eating disorder. The mental health aspects of both topics are discussed. Physical pathologies associated with both topics are addressed. Substance abuse and medication abuse are discussed as it pertains to the two topics, specifically discussing anabolic steroids, laxatives, and stimulant medications. Recognizing and managing these conditions in clinical practice is discussed. Special attention is paid to how to recognize eating disorders and body dysmorphia in men, including clinical tools such as questionnaires and screening scales. Clinical cases focused on the two topics are also discussed.1.5 general CEUs approved by OBNM
- Acute Cholecystitis: How To Save a Gallbladder From Surgical RemovalPresenter: SJ Thompson, QMHA, CBTP; Maria C. Hicks, MA, MSOM, LAcOriginal Date: November 2, 2019This workshop addresses the intersections of eating disorders, privilege, and oppression. Marginalized people are at higher risk of negative health outcomes, and negative health care experiences. We explore how professionals can examine their beliefs and practices in order to deliver trauma informed care to individuals with eating disorders from diverse backgrounds.1.5 general CEUs approved by OBNM
