World and Australian leaders in anti-ageing and integrative medicine gathered in Melbourne on August 17, 18 and 19 for the sixth Annual AustralAsian Academy of Anti-Ageing & Aesthetic Medicine Conference(A5M), themed Integrative Health and Longevity. With the opening address delivered by Dr Nathan Francis, president of the A5M, and chaired by renowned medical commentator Dr Norman Swan, delegates were educated by some of the world's leaders in preventative medicine.
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A5M Conference Auditorium
Keynote addresses were delivered by internationally renowned neurosurgeon, sports physician and longevity specialist, Dr Joseph Maroon MD; renowned endocrine specialist Dr James Wilson; world Alzheimer's expert Prof Ralph Martins; stem cell expert, Dr Joseph Purita; clinical nutrition specialist, Prof Melvyn Sydney-Smith and Prof Hee-Jin Kim, aesthetic specialist. Dr James Stoxen, famous for his barefoot running protocols and chiropractor to the stars, delivered two seminars.
The 300 plus delegates were brought up-to-date with the latest advances in anti-ageing and integrative medicine, both internal and aesthetics. Dr Francis opened the conference with a sobering report on the state of our healthcare system and the need to evolve to an anti-ageing/preventative model of medicine. He explained how our swiftly ageing population and overburdened health system leaves our government no choice but to consider an evolution of healthcare to an anti-ageing and integrative model, if they are to counteract the rapid increase in chronic diseases. Growing old can no longer be considered a genetic predisposition. Research is consistently showing that environmental and lifestyle factors play a significant role in changing the physiological process. Studies now confirm that only 30 per cent of what happens to our health is genetically determined, while 70 per cent is environmentally determined. The pressure is being felt by policy-makers, scientists, the medical profession and also with pharmacists, compounders, aestheticians and technology developers alike.
A5M President Dr Nathan Francis, A5M General Manager Helen Anton, Dr Joseph Maroon
The 2012 A5M Conference – Integrative Health & Longevity presented a comprehensive multi-stream evidence-based scientific, research and clinical program and extensive medical exposition. The Conference featured many of the leading program for internal and aesthetic medicine.
The one day A5M pre-conference workshop The Longevity Factor brought together world leaders in neurology, neuropsychology, neuroscience and geriatrics for an intensive workshop to challenge the current way we are treating neurodegenerative diseases and look at the clear evidence supporting preventative approaches to facing chronic disease head on, to live longer, healthier lives.
In Internal Stream, renowned US neurosurgeon and longevity expert Dr Joseph Maroon joined a powerhouse of medical leaders, including highly acclaimed Dr Norman Swan to reveal the most cutting-edge research and medical breakthroughs to combat chronic diseases and increase the human lifespan, which could save Australians billions in healthcare.
Tina Viney, CEO of APAN
Meanwhile, the first ever Conference Panel event launched with a half hour debate hosted by Dr Norman Swan with panel members Dr James Wilson, Christine Houghton and Dr Kamal Karl, who fielded questions from the delegates about the morning’s lectures. It provided for lively debate between delegates and panel alike.
The Aesthetic Stream brought together the latest research and technological advancements in skin treatments, stem cell research, fillers and injectables, aesthetic procedures, laser and skin rejuvenation and lifestyle approaches to achieve best aesthetic outcomes.
The one-day AustralAsian Integrative & Aesthetics Workshop in association with APAN, chaired by APAN CEO Tina Viney, brought together key speakers at the forefront of rejuvenation who are integrating the latest anti-ageing principles into their practice to achieve the best treatment outcomes, providing attendees with a holistic approach to their clients’ wellness. The workshop counted as an elective towards the AustralAsian Certification in Anti-Ageing Medicine.
Amanda Gerard of Syneron Candela
This information and tools equipped attendees with the knowledge to offer enhanced treatment outcomes and insight into how to benefit their business.
The 2012 A5M Conference program successfully spanned the full gamut of integrative and longevity medicine including prevention, research, education, and clinical care as well ways to create behavioural change and motivate patients and clients to avoid illness and maintain overall wellness.
For early bird registration for the AustralAsian Academy of Anti-Ageing Medicine Conference 2013, August 23 and 24, Sofitel Melbourne on Collins please visit www.a5m.net or call 03 9813 0439.