Vol. 5, No. 2 | February 2010 | Jeff Morris, Editor JOIN AMMG
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April Conference in Boca Raton: Something for Everyone
Jeff Morris
 
No matter where you may be in the Age Management Medicine continuum, there will be valuable information you can use in your practice at this April's Clinical Protocols for Age Management Medicine Conference in Boca Raton, Florida. The conference has been designed to cover the full spectrum of knowledge in this emerging field, so that those just transitioning to an Age Management model can gain a foothold alongside those who are already established and looking to bring their practice to the next level. 

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The Thyroid-Cortisol Connection
Jay H. Mead, M.D. and Erin Lommen, N.D.
 
Proper thyroid function is imperative to optimal health. The thyroid gland is one of the primary sources governing metabolism and the symptoms of thyroid dysfunction are varied and sometimes vague. What is clear is the fact that thyroid problems are very prevalent; in fact a 2000 a study of more than 25,000 people in Colorado estimated that more than 9% of Americans may unknowingly be suffering from abnormal thyroid function. And that's in addition to the 20 million people who already have a diagnosis of thyroid disease! 

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REGISTER NOW! April 22-25, 2010 Age Management Medicine Conference – Boca Raton Resort & Club, Boca Raton, Florida – 27 CME Credits - Agenda & Details at www.agemed.org.


Traumatic Brain Injury–Hormonal Dysfunction Syndrome; "The Stealth Syndrome"
Mark L. Gordon, M.D.
 

Until recently we have accepted the progressive and often premature loss of hormones as being a genetically predisposing process that we will all experience. It has also been considered as that natural sequence of events triggering the aging process. But there is nothing natural about a process that can be precipitated prematurely by external forces which can take from us our youth and ability to endure the challenges inherent in maintaining a long, productive, quality of life. Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) can be a condition that causes premature aging. 
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A 560nm IPL Strategy Combined With a 700nm Protocol Further Ameliorates Epidermal Skin Rejuvenation
Jeffrey Schafer, M.D. and Ron Shane, Ph.D., OMD
 
The treatment of bodily regions which are photo-damaged can be aesthetically improved when combined 560nm protocol with a 700nm laser strategy as compared with a single treatment with an intense pulse light protocol. There is a strong indication that this cosmetic protocol can engender facial collagen genesis as well as an increase in volume. There were no adverse complications either acutely or chronically. Thus, bodily photo-damage can have increased epidermal rejuvenation as a result of combing 560nm protocol with a 700nm strategy. 
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A 560nm Intense Pulse Light Wavelength Can Be Aesthetically Effective and Pain Free
Jeffrey Schafer, M.D. and Ron Shane, Ph.D., OMD
 
Jeisys Smooth Cool in this pilot study is slightly more efficacious than Syneron IPL technology in terms of improving epidermal texture and ameliorating pigmentation. However, more importantly it is pain free and 35% faster with respect to the execution of procedure compared to the traditional technology. 
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Derrick M. DeSilva, Jr., M.D., answers questions regarding nutrition

What's the 'sweetest' thing I can do for my patients?


Using autologous adult stem cells in an Age Management practice

Where You Get Your Stem Cells Matters


A monthly column on practice trends in Aesthetic Medicine

Going Private: Should You Private Label a Skincare Line or Go With Established Brands?


Updates & information on legal issues pertaining to Age Management Medicine

Colorado Pharmacist Convicted of Dealing Steroids 

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