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Chelation Therapy Training Course
As the recognized leader in heavy metal detoxification / chelation therapy education, ACAM works diligently to ensure our curriculum is robust, relevant and of the highest caliber. Our chelation therapy training course covers a broad spectrum of detoxification topics from biochemistry to billing. Our faculty ensure scientific rigor, complete understanding and safe, practical application of therapy to maximize health outcomes.
Physicians, nurses, naturopaths and more benefit from this comprehensive training. A hands-on lab component is afforded to all participants.
Chronic degenerative disease and the etiological link to the environmental exposure of toxic metals is validated in medical literature. As toxic metal exposure, in air, food water and imported goods becomes recognized and established as a cause of both acute and chronic disease, it has become more important for clinicians to be well-informed about the exposure sources and effects of toxic metals. For example, risk for cardiovascular mortality events begin at a blood lead level well within the established normal reference range.
EDTA chelation therapy involves repeated administration of a synthetic amino acid to reduce vascular inflammation caused by specific toxic metals and to reduce the body burden of those metals in other organ systems. It's use for heart disease is being reviewed at an NCCAM funded multi-center clinical trial.
Your patients have a significant risk of developing heart disease during their lifetimes. With this knowledge, many patients are becoming interested and self-educated in non-conventional treatment options that will prevent, augment or replace their current pharmacologic regimens. These patients want to work with a physician that is able to identify their risk for heart disease, recommend preventative nutritional suggestions and feel comfortable implementing a treatment strategy that is effective and safe.
To meet this growing need, ACAM's training course will provide you with essential information including:
- Practical strategies for incorporating Chelation Therapy for heart disease into your practice
- How to diagnose and treat patients with heavy metal burden
- Tools to evaluate risk factors for developing disease states and signs and symptoms of chronic illness How to use diet and nutrients to optimize toxic metal chelation strategies and protocols
Based on recent events in Japan, accessing and treating radiation exposure has become an area of interest for physicians.
This workshop will provide physicians with information on current guidelines for assessment of chronic low level radiation exposure and lessons learned from prior historical nuclear events.
Course Learning Objectives
At the end of the course, participants should be able to:
1. Identify patients that may need to be screened for toxic metal exposure.
2. Utilize the appropriate test for toxic metal exposure.
3. Apply the appropriate chelating agent to properly treat toxic metal accumulation.
4. Gain competence in applying diet and nutrient supplementation in the clinical setting to improve outcomes for toxic metal chelation protocols.
5. Review case studies and clinical strategies to identify and treat toxic metal exposure.
Workshop Schedule
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
8:00 - 10:00 am Toxic Metals: How Are Your Patients Exposed? - Lyn Patrick, ND
10:00 - 10:30 am AM Break
10:30 - 12:00
pm The Role of Heavy Metals in Vascular Disease, Hypertension, Coronary
Heart Disease & Myocardial Infarction - Mark Houston, MD
12:00 - 1:00 pm Lunch
1:00
- 3:00 pm CHD Risk Factors, Coronary Heart Disease & Cardiovascular
Disease, Metabolic Cardiology & Noninvasive Cardiovascular Testing - Mark Houston, MD
3:00 - 3:30 pm Break
3:30
- 5:00 pm CHD Risk Factors, Coronary Heart Disease & Cardiovascular
Disease, Metabolic Cardiology & Noninvasive Cardiovascular Testing (Continued) - Mark Houston, MD
Thursday, November 17, 2011
8:00 - 10:00 am The Use of EDTA in Clinical Practice and Cases - Jeffrey Morrison, MD
10:00 - 10:30 am Break
10:30-12:00 pm Mercury, DMPS, DMSA and Cases - Jeffrey Morrison, MD
12:00 - 1:00 pm Lunch
1:00
- 2:30 pm Evidence for Accessing Alternate Routes of Administration of
Chelating Agents for Toxic Metal Burden - David Quig, PhD
2:30 - 3:00 pm Non-Invasive Testing-Review NHANES Data and Provocation Testing -- laboratory markers - Jessica Tran, ND
3:30 - 3:30 pm Break
3:30 - 4:30 pm Glutathione, Toxic Metals and Cardiovascular Disease - Tim Guilford, MD
4:30 - 5:00 pm Expert Panel
*Schedule subject to change
Certify in Chelation Therapy by completing the optional Certification Exam.
In 2009, ACAM completed the process for developing a certification program for Chelation Therapy. The first program of its kind offered by ACAM, the CCT Designation Exam allows physicians to use CCT as a credential and showcases his/her commitment to applying the highest standard of care when administering Chelation Therapy. ACAM's CCT Exam was developed in conjunction with Applied Measurement Professionals using state-of-the art psychometrics, robust question development and the academic rigor necessary for a certification program.
CCT Designation elevates the practitioner to a higher standard of reputation and professional development. Our rigorous and sound program ensures that only those truly qualified to administer chelation therapy safely and effectively are awarded designation. Patients will look for CCT designation when selecting a healthcare provider.
The process for attaining CCT designation is as follows:
- Meet eligibility requirements.
- Complete ACAM's Chelation Therapy Training Course.
- Be proficient in the protocols and supplemental learning materials available on our resource guide.
- Successfully complete the written exam
Physicians who have achieved Basic Proficiency in Chelation Therapy (BPCT) or Advanced Proficiency in Chelation Therapy (APCT) may apply to sit for the CCT Exam (eligibility requirements apply). As of January 1, 2009, ACAM has discontinued administration of the BPCT and APCT exams; the CCT exam is the only exam currently offered by ACAM. BPCT and APCT designations will be recognized until January 1, 2013. It is recommended that health care practitioners who have achieved BPCT and APCT designation sit and achieve CCT designation prior to January 2013.
For information on applying for the CCT exam, please review the CCT Candidate handbook or call 949.309.3526.
Additional Links:
Application Instructions
Application Process Overview
ACAM CCT Exam Application & Honor/Attestation Form
Candidate Handbook
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