Mindd Forum 2006

09:00-10:30

Dr. Campbell-McBride will explain why today’s generation of children has the highest incidence of learning and behavioural disorders. Her book, GUT AND PSYCHOLOGY SYNDROME, reveals the true connection between nutrition and brain function, a topic which she thoroughly researched while treating her own Autistic son. She will also review recipes, meal preparation and juicing.

Dr. Campbell-McBride has a degree in Medicine (with honors) from Russia and Postgraduate degrees in Neurology and Human Nutrition from the U.K. Her Cambridge Nutrition Clinic specializes in nutrition for people with digestive, immune system, learning and behaviour disorders. She is recognized as one of the world’s leading experts in nutrition for children with learning disabilities and nutritional intervention for digestive and immune disorders in children and adults.

10:30-11:00

11:00-12:30

Donna Gates has developed BEDROK (Body Ecology Diet Recovering Our Kids) a diet and nutrient regime based on her Body Ecology Diet that is helping thousands of ASD children all over the world. She has invented young coconut kefir and other recipes to help parents recover their ASD kids.

Donna’s approach combines naturopathy, Chinese medicine, natural hygiene, macrobiotics, hygiene, nutrition and modern medical science

Donna Gates is author of Body Ecology Diet which is in its 8th edition and 10th year. She holds degrees in child development, nutrition and human behaviour.

12:30-01:30

01:30-02:30

Dr. Cosford, based on years of experience in treating developmental disorders and a strong background in biochemistry, will give clear direction on what foods are really best for these children. Her Primitive Diet offers sound guidelines for maintaining cellular health for the whole family.

Dr. Robyn Cosford is founder and Director of the Northern Beaches Care Centre where she combines Homeopathy, Acupuncture, Kinesiology and Orthodox Medicine to treat the whole person. She is the recipient of the Royal Australia College of General Practitioners, Medal for Community Medicine.

02:00-05:00

Special diets can improve digestion and neurological function in children with Autism, ADD, ODD, PDD, Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, behavioural disorders and related learning and language delay. This presentation will demonstrate how to prepare recipes for Casein-Free/Gluten Free and Special Carbohydrate diets. Variations for other food sensitivities like eggs, nuts and salicylates will also be covered.

Donna Gates has developed BEDROK (Body Ecology Diet Recovering Our Kids) a diet and nutrient regime based on her Body Ecology Diet that is helping thousands of ASD children all over the world. She has invented young coconut kefir and other recipes to help parents recover their ASD kids.

Donna’s approach combines naturopathy, Chinese medicine, natural hygiene, macrobiotics, hygiene, nutrition and modern medical science

Donna Gates is author of Body Ecology Diet which is in its 8th edition and 10th year. She holds degrees in child development, nutrition and human behaviour.

8:30-9:30

Autism research is pointing to a multi-system breakdown due to environmental toxins effecting those with genetic susceptibility.

Dr. Mumper will review the basic biochemistry behind Autism and explain how this biochemical imbalance is associated with other paediatric disorders and illness where metabolic, immuno, neurological and digestive systems dysfunction. The talk will focus on how toxicity and deficiencies in minerals, amino acids and enzymes lead to a breakdown in methylation and sulfation pathways contributing to oxidative stress. Numerous childhood disorders and illness including; asthma, eczema, chronic ear or upper respiratory infections, allergies, food sensitivities, malabsorption, learning and language delay, behavioural disorders and disease are associated with metabolic and immune dysregulation. Dr. Mumper will also touch on why siblings and family members are at risk of related disorders and illness.

Dr. Mumper is a general Paediatrician, Co-chair DAN! (Defeat Autism Now! Advisory Committee), CEO of Advocates for Children and has faculty appointments at the University of Virginia and the Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. Her clinical research includes analyzing intestinal biopsies in children with Autism and correlating gut pathology with methylation and immune abnormalities.

9:30-10:30

Dr. James will present findings from her ground-breaking research that concludes that autistic children have a decrease in the active form of glutathione that makes them more vulnerable to oxidative damage and less able to excrete heavy metals. Dr. James’ research is indicating that intracellular oxidative stress may be central to the neurologic, immunologic, and gastrointestinal dysfunction associated with autism as well as pathology associated with Down syndrome, cystic fibrosis and childhood obesity. She will review the pathways of methionine transmethylation and transsulfuration to explain the metabolic origin of the abnormal metabolic profile in these children and present preliminary results on effective intervention strategies.

Dr. James is a nutritional biochemist who has published over 100 peer-reviewed papers. She has over 20 years research experience in abnormal folate metabolism and disease susceptibility. Her research has focused on defining gene-nutrient interactions that increase susceptibility to cancer, Down Syndrome and most recently, Autism.

Dr. James is a Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and Director of the Biochemical Genetics Laboratory at the Arkansas Children’s Hospital Research Institute. She received her B.S. degree Phi Beta Kappa from Mills College, and her Ph.D. degree in Nutritional Biochemistry from UCLA.

Dr. James has published over 100 peer-reviewed papers with a focus on gene-nutrient interactions.

11:00-12:00

Gastro intestinal dysfunction is a key component of many paediatric neurodevelopmental disorders due to the gut-brain axis. The brain and digestive tract share many of the same neurotransmitters and in turn effect metabolism, immunity, and hormones throughout the body. A dysfunction in any one system can trigger many systems to dysfunction, leading to a plethora of disorders and illness. Dr. O’Hara’s talk will cover hypochlorydria, pancreatic and enzyme deficiency, intestinal permeability, small bowel bacterial overgrowth, viral infection, food allergies, dysbiosis, inflammation and oxidative stress. Symptoms of systems-wide dysfunction can include; asthma, eczema, food sensitivities, hyperactivity, poor concentration, behavioural issues, language delay, irregular bowels and more. The talk will also cover effective ways to alleviate pain, inflammation and dysfunction in the individual.

Dr. O’Hara is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Medicine. She is a speaker at DAN! conferences and an instructor for DAN! physician’s training workshops . Her practice in Wilton, Connecticut is dedicated to the integrative care of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder.

12:00-1:00

Research into Autism and learning disorders is revealing that brain-gut disorders run in families for a variety of genetic, biological and dietary reasons. Dr. Campbell-McBride very effectively outlines the genetic-dietary link between Autism, ADD, ADHD, Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, Depression and Scizophrenia.

Dr. Campbell-McBride successfully combined her knowledge of biochemistry and nutrition to effectively treat her own autistic son. Her book, GUT AND PSYCHOLOGY SYNDROME, reveals the true connection between nutrition and brain function and explains why today’s generation of children has the highest incidence of learning disabilities and behavioural disorders

Dr. Campbell-McBride has a degree in Medicine (with honors) from Russia and Postgraduate degrees in Neurology and Human Nutrition from the U.K. Her Cambridge Nutrition Clinic specializes in nutrition for people with digestive, immune system, learning and behaviour disorders. She is recognized as one of the world’s leading experts in nutrition for children with learning disabilities and nutritional intervention for digestive and immune disorders in children and adults.

2:00-3:00

Room 1

Karen Wong is a registered Psychologist and Senior Managing Supervisor of the Center for Autism and Related Disorders in Sydney, Australia.

She started her career while studying Psychology at the University of NSW and implementing Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) intervention with one of the first families who brought ABA to Sydney. Karen has worked for CARD, Australia for the last eight years providing program supervision, parent/teacher training, therapist training and one-on-one behaviour therapy. Her work at CARD has allowed Karen to cultivate her special interest in biomedical interventions available to individuals with autism and related disorders.

2:00-3:00

Room 2

Donna Gates is the creator of Body Ecology Diet, an approach that combines naturopathy, Chinese medicine, natural hygiene, macrobiotics, hygiene, nutrition and modern medical science

Donna Gates is author of Body Ecology Diet which is in its 8th edition and 10th year. She holds degrees in child development, nutrition and human behaviour.

3:00-4:00

Evidence is mounting that Autism and other childhood disorders and illness are a consequence of environmental toxins in our air, water, food, consumer products, and medications. An Autism Research Institute survey among parents found that heavy metal chelation yielded the most visible results including improved speech, behaviour and digestive function. Dr.Varipatis will discuss which heavy metals are found in ASD children, their source, the symptoms they create, and the most effective chelating agents. Protocols for Orthodox medical chelation such as DMPS, DMSA, EDTA will be covered as well as more natural detoxing through diet, supplements, energy medicine and lifestyle.

Dr. Emmanul Varipatis is a general practitioner at Your Health in Manly, NSW where he specialises in Clinical Metal Toxicology and Chelation therapies and treatment of Chronic Fatigue, digestive disorders and Autism Spectrum. He is a Fellow of the Australasian College of Nutritional Medicine, and is Board certified in Clinical Metal Toxicology.

4:30-5:30

Autism, ADD/ADHD, speech and language delay, depression and behavioural disorders all share a common lack of synchrony in brain function. Methods that improve synchronization include; D4 receptors, folate-dependant methylation, diet, metabolism, Omega 3 and neuro-feedback. The sequencing and choice of therapies is critical and must be managed by an experienced practitioner.

Jacques Duff is founder and Director of the Behavioural Neurotherapy Clinic in Melbourne where they combine Orthodox medicine, diet and neuropsychology to treat children with ASD, ADHD/ADD and other learning and behavioural problems.

7:00-11:00 pm

Mindd Foundation is pleased to invite you to Mindding Our Children Benefit Dinner and Auction in support of effective biomedical and integrative treatments for ADD, Allergies, Autism*, Asthma, Learning Delay and chronic illness**.

Mindd Foundation is working hard to bring effective treatments to children in need by 1) training practitioners 2) raising awareness of treatments and trained practitioners among families in need.

The benefit dinner, hosted by Rachel Ward, promises to be entertaining and enlightening. Dr. Elizabeth Mumper, co-chair Defeat Autism Now!, will also present on why today’s schools are filled with Ritalin bells, puffers, nut-free policies and special programs for learning delay. Wendy Harmer will run a lively auction.

There is something going on with our children’s health and the private sector needs to step up to the plate until government allocates the necessary resources. Please consider filling a table of 10 at $175/plate and put some thought into who you could invite; friends whose children have issues, politicians and business leaders, grandparents that need convincing about the “special diet”.

To book online click here or to printout a registration form click here.

Health & Happiness!

Mindd Foundation

*Autism affects 1 in 150 children in the UK (per Depart of Health) and 1 in 166 in the US (per CDC). Australia has no official statistics

**1 in 6 Australian children have learning, behavioural or immune disorder. 1 in 4 have asthma (doubled in 10 years). source: Changing Habits, Changing Lives

8:30-9:30

Room 1

Environmental toxins, poor diet, medication, stress and gut health all play a part in Autism and paediatric disorders. Dr. Cosford, through years of clinical experience, has found effective treatment through dietary intervention (her Primitive Diet) that reduces pathogenic infections and their associated neuronal and digestive dysfunction. Dr. Cosford will also discuss her own research into streptococcal /enterococcal dysbiosis, abnormal strep immunology and strep-related illnesses in children with autism and their family cohort.

Dr. Robyn Cosford is founder and Director of the Northern Beaches Care Centre where she combines Homeopathy, Acupuncture, Kinesiology and Orthodox Medicine to treat the whole person. She is the recipient of the Royal Australia College of General Practitioners, Medal for Community Medicine.

(DO NO PhD)

Room 2

Michael Sichel will discuss his Naturopathic protocols for treating children with Autism, ADD and paediatric illness due to heavy metal toxicity. Dr. Sichel has many years of experience in helping ASD children with a focus on optimising the body’s natural ability to heal by repairing the gut, modifying diet, detoxing heavy metals, balancing ph levels, and supplementing with naturally occuring minerals, vitamins and essential fatty acids.

Michael Sichel has years of experience in treating paediatric neurodevelopmental disorders and has chronicled his clinical findings in his book GOOD NEWS FOR THE ALPHABET KIDS. Dr. Sichel practices Naturopathy in Newcastle, NSW.

9:30-10:30

Room 1

Dr. James will provide a brief overview of the biochemistry behind her research into oxidative stress and autism, focusing on the critical role of abnormal methionine transmethylation and glutathione synthesis in autistic compared to control children.

Dr. James will then review her ongoing research into metabolic biomarkers and genetic predisposition in Autism. The presentation will focus on specific genetic polymorphisms that might contribute to the abnormal metabolic profile in Autism. Dr. James will also outline future research projects critical to a better understanding of the pathophysiology of Autism and factors involved in genetic susceptibility.

Dr. James is a nutritional biochemist who has published over 100 peer-reviewed papers. She has over 20 years research experience in abnormal folate metabolism and disease susceptibility. Her research has focused on defining gene-nutrient interactions that increase susceptibility to cancer, Down Syndrome and most recently, Autism.

Dr. James is a Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and Director of the Biochemical Genetics Laboratory at the Arkansas Children’s Hospital Research Institute. She received her B.S. degree Phi Beta Kappa from Mills College, and her Ph.D. degree in Nutritional Biochemistry from UCLA.

Dr. James has published over 100 peer-reviewed papers with a focus on gene-nutrient interactions.

9:30-10:30

Room 2

(MBBS, MPH, DROCG)

11:00-12:00

Room 1

Children with neurodevelopmental disorders require specialised therapies for improved motor coordination, language skills, sensory integration and integration of retained primitive reflexes. The biggest challenge is in identifying deficits and assigning proper therapies for the individual. Dr. Dyson will discuss the importance of choosing the right therapies and sequencing them with biomedical treatment for the most cost-effective and successful outcomes. Sound Therapy, Behavioural Optometry, neurofeedback, and the INPP Motor Program will be discussed in the treatment of Autism, ADD/ADHD, learning and language delay and behavioural disorders.

Dr Dyson is a General Practitioner in Pymble NSW who has worked in clinics for children with developmental delays for the last 11 years. Dr. Dyson gained her expertise while helping her own child with neurodevelopmental issues. She combines biomedicine with therapies to promote neurodevelopment. Prior to setting up practice in NSW, Dr. Dyson developed and ran maternal and child health clinics in Nepal.

11:00-12:00

Room 2

Gut imbalance has been linked to depression, Schizophrenia, Dyspraxia, Asthma, chronic illness, learning disorders and Autism. Restoring a functional digestive tract in children with neuro-biological disorders is one of the most important steps in their treatment. Dr. Lowe will discuss which tests are most valuable in evaluating gut dysbiosis and methods of healing “leaky gut” through supplements, herbs, diet and lifestyle.

Dr Hilton Lowe is a wholistic practitioner of 24 years and continues to practice at the Biological Medicine Institute in Bondi Junction, NSW where he combines biomedicine, acupuncture, European and Chinese herbs and nutrition. Dr Lowe has a special interest in researching allergy, immunology and gastro-intestinal disorders.

Dr. Criticos has a general practice in Marrickville, NSW. He has trained extensively abroad in the biomedical treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder and also practices acupuncture.

12:00-1:00

Room 1

Autism is an epidemic of highly individualized multi-system dysfunction. Dr. Underwood will discuss the art of paediatrics in choosing the right diagnostic tools and treatments for the individual. Case studies will detail unusual symptoms and stumbling blocks in treating the ASD child. Discussion will include the biochemistry of the brain-stomach axis, defining “leaky gut”, managing the disorder with diagnostic tests and treatment, and recognising environmental factors adversely effecting the gut. Dr. Underwood will also discuss the Pfeiffer Treatment Center’s approach to Autism with its focus on restoring metallothionein function.

Dr. Antony Underwood practices paediatric medicine at the Pymble Grove Health Centre in Gordon, NSW. H he is recognized as an Australian leader in the“biomedical” approach to treating Autism and ASD which he complements with his own knowledge of alternative modalities such as homeopathy and Rudolph Steiner’s anthroposophy. Dr. Underwood also practices in India where he donates time and services to disadvantaged children.

12:00-1:00

Room 2

2:00-3:30

Dr. Lord will discuss ASD & paediatric therapies focused by laboratory data; Organic Acids and Full nutrient spectrum profiles.

Richard S. Lord, Ph.D., is director of the Department of Education and Technical Services Metametrix Clinical Laboratories in Atlanta, GA. He has served as clinical laboratory director at various facilities and has developed methods for analysis of trace elements, fatty acids, and organic acids. He has done extensive research with the NIH in the mechanism of insulin self association, worked at the Institute of Arthritis and Metabolic Disease, served as professor and chairman of biochemistry at Life College for 10 years where he concurrently taught advanced clinical nutrition. His publications include articles in professional journals as well as books and laboratory manuals for college curricula. He received his Ph.D. in biochemistry from the University of Texas in 1970 with a focus on methods for protein tertiary structure measurements. Currently, in addition to his research, writing and lecturing, he consults with physicians regarding the interpretation of metabolic testing.

2:00-2:45

Room 2

2:45-3:30

Room 2

The Trauma of birth and altered cognitive processing

Maxwell Fraval LL.B., D.O., M.O.Sc.(Paed)

Max will detail issues of cognitive processing with regard to skeletal, muscular and biochemical processes.

Max Fraval has been a practicing Osteopathy for over 20 years with a focus on paediatric care and holds degress in Law and Osteopathy. He is the father of 6 and has a private practice with a focus on ASD and neurodevelopmental delay in Canberra.

4:00-5:00

Room 1

4:00-5:00

Room 2

Clean air, pure water and wholesome food are important for everyone, but especially critical for children with neurodevelopmental disorders and chronic illness.

Learn the practical steps you can take to make your home healthy. Discussion will cover the importance of a home low in toxins and allergins as well as the benefits of magnetic and Far-Infrared technology, and purified and energized water. Some healthy home products will be on-hand to trial.

Dr. Dingle PhD, WAASM has spent the past 20 years as a researcher and educator. He has more than 100 scientific papers related to indoor air and is an expert in pesticide exposure. He is a regular in the media and can be heard weekly on radio and TV reporting on health and the environment.

5:00-5:30

Room 1

Dr. Mumper will review key issues in diagnosing and treating Autism, neurodevelopmental disorders and neurobiological illness.

8:00-9:00

This day is designed for professionals to acquire or update skills and knowledge to effectively treat children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and related neurodevelopmental-biological disorders. Focus will be on ASD whose treatments will also help guide effective treatments for a range of paediatric illness and disorder including; ADD/ADHD, ODD, Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, learning and speech delay, asthma, eczema, upper respiratory and ear infections, behavioural disorders, and food sensitivities. The day is designed to give the practitioner skills and knowledge to structure their practice to include effective treatment of Autism and paediatric disorders related to oxidative stress.

Focus will be on pathologic, metabolic, and immunologic abnormalities in ASD children. Scientific citations will be used throughout to support rationales for therapeutic interventions.

9:00-10:00

Dr. Mumper will provide an overview of how to think about the unique biochemistry and physiology of each child with emphasis on treating the individual. Her talk will focus on the relationship between organ systems and cellular biochemistry as well as the unique biochemistry, behaviour and physiology of Autism, ADHD and Learning and behavioural disorders.

Dr. Mumper is a general Paediatrician, Co-chair DAN! (Defeat Autism Now! Advisory Committee), CEO of Advocates for Children and has faculty appointments at the University of Virginia and the Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. Her clinical research includes analyzing intestinal biopsies in children with Autism and correlating gut pathology with methylation and immune abnormalities.

10:00-11:00

Dr. O’Hara, who has treated over 1000 Autism patients, will discuss case history, physical exams and laboratory testing in analyzing a child’s general health, immune status, dietary issues and detoxification needs. Dr. O’Hara will share pearls of wisdom regarding questionnaires, physical exams and lab tests including blood, stool and urine.

Dr. O’Hara is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Medicine. She is a speaker at DAN! conferences and an instructor for DAN! physician’s training workshops . Her practice in Wilton, Connecticut is dedicated to the integrative care of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder.

11:00-12:00

Dr. O’Hara will review how to set-up or enhance a practice that effectively treats Autism and Childhood neurodevelopmental disorders. The talk will focus on effective compliance and outcomes through staffing, information management, and working with the family’s emotional and financial issues.

Dr. O’Hara is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Medicine. She is a speaker at DAN! conferences and an instructor for DAN! physician’s training workshops . Her practice in Wilton, Connecticut is dedicated to the integrative care of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder.

1:00-2:00

Dr. Dyson will discuss the importance of directing families to the right therapies and sequencing them with biomedical treatment for the most cost-effective and successful outcomes. Discussion will center on assessing deficits and assigning therapies for the individual child that needs remediation in speech, language, and learning, motor coordination, sensory integration, or primitive reflexes.

Dr Dyson is a General Practitioner in Pymble NSW who has worked in clinics for children with developmental delays for the last 11 years. Dr. Dyson gained her expertise while helping her own child with neuro-developmental issues. She combines biomedicine with therapies to promote neuro-development. Prior to setting up practice in NSW, Dr. Dyson developed and ran maternal and child health clinics in Nepal.

2:00-3:00

Dr. O’Hara will outline cases indicative of particular subgroups in ASD and explain how to interpret test results such as urine organic acids and metabolic analysis, ion profile with amino/fatty acids and vitamin/mineral status. She will also look at special diets such as Casein-Free/Gluten-Free (CF/GF) and Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) as they apply to food allergy/antibody panels. Assessment of heavy metal toxicity and chelation therapies will also be reviewed. The floor will then open up for participants to present case studies from their own practice.

Dr. O’Hara is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Medicine. She is a speaker at DAN! conferences and an instructor for DAN! physician’s training workshops . Her practice in Wilton, Connecticut is dedicated to the integrative care of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder.

3:00-4:00

04:00-4:15

Dr. Mumper will review the essentials for successfully treating the ASD child; integrating science, assessment skills, and an individualized approach.

Dr. Mumper is a general Paediatrician, Co-chair DAN! (Defeat Autism Now! Advisory Committee), CEO of Advocates for Children and has faculty appointments at the University of Virginia and the Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. Her clinical research includes analyzing intestinal biopsies in children with Autism and correlating gut pathology with methylation and immune abnormalities.

04:15-4:30