OANDCon24

Paul Anderson was born in Portland, Oregon. He completed medical school at the National College of Naturopathic Medicine and went on to work in private practice, founding Advanced Medical Therapies in 1997. In 2005, Paul moved the clinic from Oregon to Washington, where he focused on integrative cancer care and chronic diseases. As a physician-scientist, Dr. Anderson’s interest in biochemistry, immunology, genomics, and metabolic repair position him at the leading edge of medical expertise for many disease processes. His longtime work on the development and standardization of pharmacologically significant intravenous nutrient therapies bridges naturopathic and conventional medicine. Dr. Anderson was head of the interventional arm of a US-NIH funded human research trial using IV vitamin C and other therapies in cancer patients, and has collaborated with many notable physicians, researchers and professors over the past 25 years. Dr. Anderson has trained and influenced innumerable health care professionals through his Consult Dr. A website, ongoing work with Advanced Applications in Medical Practice (AAMP), International IV Nutritional Therapy for Physicians, Bastyr University School of Naturopathc Medicine, and other academic institutions. He has presented at the Orthomolecular Medicine Today Conference in 2019 (Vancouver, Canada), 2023 (Sao Paulo, Brazil), and in 2024 – held in collaboration with AAMP (Arizona, USA) He has authored numerous scientific articles, monographs, and books including co-author of Outside the Box Cancer Therapies (Hay House, 2019), Cancer… The Journey from Diagnosis to Empowerment (Lioncrest Publishing, 2020), and A Scientific Reference for Intravenous Nutrient Therapy (IIVNTP, 2021).

It is with great pleasure that the OAND welcomes back former Manager of Clinical Education and Pulse Editor Anna-Liza Badaloo to moderate this pivotal training and panel at OANDCon24. Anna-Liza Badaloo (she/her) is an organizational justice consultant, un-learner, and inclusive storyteller working at the intersection of health, environment, and social justice. She is the Founder of Anemochory Consulting, and her lived experience as a queer, Indo-Caribbean, neurodiverse woman brings a valuable intersectional perspective to her work. She amplifies diverse voices via her Natural Health Equity column for the Institute for Natural Medicine, educates about environmental justice for organizations like the Women’s Healthy Environments Network (WHEN), the ENRICH Project, and the Canadian Coalition of Environmental and Climate Justice (CCECJ), and helps environmental non-profits decolonize their organizations with the Sustainability Network.

Christina Bjorndal is a licensed naturopathic doctor and established keynote speaker on how to regain your mental health using a naturopathic approach. She is the co-founder of Natural Terrain, a naturopathic clinic in Edmonton, and is regularly interviewed for print magazines and online resources as a leader in her field. Dr. Christina Bjorndal, B.Comm, ND, graduated from UBC in 1990 with Bachelor of Commerce Degree with honours. She was Valedictorian of her graduating class. She completed her Doctorate in naturopathic medicine from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2005. She is one of the only licensed NDs in Canada who is considered an authority in the treatment of mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders and eating disorders. A gifted speaker and writer, she has shared her personal story and philosophy of wellness with audiences across North America and has appeared on many health summits and radio shows and docuseries She has helped many patients navigate through labels and stigma towards physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. Having overcome many challenges in the sphere of mental health, Dr. Chris is especially exceptional about sharing her motivational speeches about how to overcome barriers in life and to encourage others to achieve their full potential. She loves her work and balances it with a full, active lifestyle with her husband and son. She has authored three books on mental health and developed a 10-week course and in-person retreat focused on mental health.

Anne is a naturopathic doctor and author of “The Period Literacy Handbook” (May 2024). Her practice revolves around periods and hormones, especially PCOS, fertility, PMS, PMDD, endometriosis, and perimenopause. Her own journey with PCOS and lack of menstrual education growing up in Karachi drives her passion for holistic healthcare that is supportive and empowering. Anne operates a hybrid practice out of Sharon, ON . She is licensed with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario, holding her prescribing authority as of 2015. She obtained her Doctor of Naturopathy degree from CCNM after completing her B.Sc. in Biochemistry at McMaster University. She is a big menstrual health advocate and has appeared on numerous podcasts as well as CTV and Global News to bring more awareness to these topics. She has collaborated and volunteered with organizations such as Moon Time Connections, The Period Purse, and Naturopaths Without Borders.

Dr. Tracey Teasdale, ND, CISSN helps athletes and athletes at heart balance their training, nutrition, and lifestyle so that they can achieve their goals. She is passionate about physical activity, nutrition, performance and pain management. She recently authored the book "Peak Performance Mad Simple", and is both clinic and academic faculty at CCNM. Dr. Tracey, ND is registered with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario and has met the standard of practice for prescribing and is certified by the International Society of Sports Nutrition She has an honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, with a minor in Biology, from McMaster University, and obtained her naturopathic credentials from The Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine.

Dr. Eric Marsden (BSc, ND) is the author and co-instructor of the OAND’s IVIT Certification Course, including recent CONO-approved course revisions to comply with the Naturopathy Act, 2007. Eric obtained his undergraduate degree in Human Biology at the University of Toronto and completed his graduate studies in Naturopathic Medicine at the CCNM. Eric Marsden holds numerous post graduate certifications including: Chelation Therapy and Toxic Metal Detoxification, Advanced Darkfield Microscope Technician, a certified Homotoxicologist, etc. He has also received extensive training in integrative cancer therapies from several distinguished clinics and teaching institutions in Germany. Eric Marsden is a leader in the field of naturopathic medicine and has sat on various boards of directors of naturopathic organizations and associations. Recently, he has been part of the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND) Government Affairs committee working on improvements to regulations covering naturopathic medicine. Currently, Eric Marsden is the clinic director for The Marsden Centre of Naturopathic Excellence and co-founder and President of BMS Resources (the professional Dispensary and bookstore for CCNM). Eric Marsden has received several awards for clinical excellence including most recently the OAND’s Chair’s award for outstanding contribution to the naturopathic profession. He has appeared on television (CBC Marketplace and 2nd Opinion) and has been quoted extensively in print (Now, Toronto Star, Readers Digest, etc.). Dr. Marsden, ND is an international lecturer on topics of environmental medicine and integrative oncology.

Dr. Verna Hunt, B.Sc. (Hons. Kin.), D.C., N.D., has been a chiropractor and Naturopathic Doctor for 45 years. She owns and operates The Centre for Health and Well Being in Toronto, Canada, established in 2005. Her clinical practice focuses on a wide diversity of symptomology and modalities to assist the individual optimization of each person, from newborns to elder care (100+ y.o.) and athletes to complex and chronic care. Dr. Hunt writes, speaks, and teaches, presenting through her organization, Being Well Communications. The topics range widely, including proactive breast health, manual therapies, lymphatic system optimization, and case management of the terrain with multi-factorial causation. She has served on many boards and committees within the naturopathic profession in Canada. She has received awards for her years of service: OAND Naturopath of the Year, CAND Lifetime Achievement Award, and first-time CAND Dr. Verna Hunt Award recipient. In 2013, Dr. Hunt founded the Naturopathic Legacy Project (NLP). The NLP focuses on The Elders Council, which oversees that the founding principles are the foundation for the naturopathic profession. The NLP also includes archiving naturopathic medical knowledge and wisdom through video and written word for future generations.

Dr. Jill Crista is a pioneering naturopathic doctor, best-selling author, devoted educator, and creative innovator. Her superpower is to make complex medical concepts simple and digestible for the average person. Dr. Jill’s passion is to elevate the well-being of the planet through the well-being of her inhabitants. Her books and online courses support those wanting concrete steps to conquer health challenges for conditions that cause injury to the brain and nervous system, including mold, PANS and PANDAS, Lyme disease, and concussion. She has now turned her efforts to supporting children and teens struggling with PANDAS and PANS. As a mother of children affected by PANS, she has combined the knowledge gained through her clinical and personal experience into an indispensable book titled A Light In The Dark for PANDAS and PANS and a training for doctors on the topic, approved for AMA Category 1 CME credit

Columbia. He is a clinician at the Complex Chronic Disease Program at B.C. Women’s Hospital in Vancouver, treating Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Myalgic encephalomyelitis, and Long COVID. He is the first Naturopathic Physician to hold such a position at a major North American hospital.   Since 1992, Dr. Morello has been training and educating physicians, pharmacists, and health experts on the scientific use of natural medicines.  Contributing author to the authoritative text on alternative medicine, A Textbook of Natural Medicine, The Development of Neurotherapeutics in the Era of Translational Medicine he is also the author of Whole-Body Cleansing, Cleanse: Ultimate Inside-Out Approach, Stress and Anxiety, and Overcoming Hypothyroidism. Dr. Morello has also co-authored a several published papers in the British Journal of Pharmacology other scientific journals. He sits as Vice-Chair of the Quality Assurance Committee for the College of Complementary Health Professionals of British Columbia, Dr. Morello’s mission is to ensure that Naturopathic Medicine utilizes the highest level of quality care for all patients.

Dr. Alan Christianson is a board-certified Naturopathic Endocrinologist in Arizona who focuses on thyroid disease. He is a New York Times bestselling author whose titles include The Hormone Healing Cookbook and the Thyroid Reset Diet. Dr. Christianson is the founding president of the Endocrine Association of Naturopathic Physicians and has trained thousands of physicians worldwide in natural thyroid care. He frequently appears on national TV shows like Dr. Oz, The Doctors, The Today Show, and in print media like Women’s World and Natural Health.

Michael Friedman, ND Executive Director Association for the Advancement of Restorative Medicine Naturopathic physician Dr. Michaël Friedman is author of the recent book There’s No Pill for This: A Naturopathic Physician’s Personal Prescription for Managing Multiple Sclerosis (Chelsea Green, 2020). He is the founder of the Association for the Advancement of Restorative Medicine and the Journal of Restorative Medicine. He also creates and formulates herbal and nutritional supplements, and is cofounder and president of the Restorative Formulations supplement company. He is the author of the medical textbook Fundamentals of Naturopathic Endocrinology, a contributing author of Evidence-Based Approach to Restoring Thyroid Health, and co-author of Healing Diabetes. He has treated patients with illnesses ranging from lymphoma to liver cancer, achieving remarkable results that have been published in several medical journals. He lives with his family in Vermont, USA.

Dr. Sarah Zadek is a writer and licensed naturopathic doctor in Ontario with a focus on gynecological health, endocrinology and fertility. She uses the latest evidence-based medicine to enhance her patients' fertility outcomes, and provides educational and clinical support for infertility, endometriosis, fibroids and PCOS. Sarah is the author of the fertility book "It Takes Two... and a Uterus" which addresses both female and male reproductive health. She has written for multiple publications and websites across North America over the past decade. She currently practices at Conceive Health in Toronto, an integrative model combining fertility-focused naturopathic medicine with conventional fertility treatment.

Dr. Briana Botsford is a naturopathic doctor, Ironman triathlete, and owner of Flow Functional Health Care in Edmonton, Alberta. Her personal background in sport led her to focus on the intersection of sports medicine and women's health; supporting athletes and active folks through nutrition, lifestyle and nutritional supplementation. She completed her undergraduate education at Queen’s University studying Physical and Health Education and Life Sciences. She attended the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine to complete her designation as an ND with a focus in sports medicine. Dr. Botsford has written for the Canadian Journal of Naturopathic Medicine and has lectured with several institutions including McMaster University, the Alberta Association of Naturopathic Doctors and the Lois Hole Hospital for Women. She has been featured on many podcasts discussing both sports medicine and women’s health topics including the impact of athletic nutrition on menstrual health, relative-energy deficiency in sport, maintaining athleticism in perimenopause and more. She is a faculty member with the Confident Clinician Club, an evidence-based platform for integrative practitioners.

Dr. Wendy Zhou is known for providing options for her patients. Her goal is to break down barriers of care or change when it comes to chronic diseases and metabolic syndromes. Her background in cancer research along with problem-based learning skills earned her high praises when it comes to patient adherence to treatment suggestions. She leads an innovative interdisciplinary team in Markham Ontario that disrupts the current widely accepted understanding of how patients can receive care. In her spare time, she is an author, an IV practice building consultant and IV examiner for the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CoNO).

Dr. Laura Jasmin & Dr. Carly King are both Naturopathic Doctors with a practice focus in perinatal care. They both completed their Doctor of Naturopathy degree at The Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM). They are both educators as part of The Confident Clinician Club and have lectured together to over 300 clinicians on Assessing and Treating Maternal Mental Health. They have also both taught separate 12 hours CE advanced practice courses within The Confident Clinician, Carly taught on Advanced Prenatal Care and Laura taught on Lactation Medicine & Postpartum Care. They both have a passion for evidence based medicine and educating clinicians in this area to change the landscape of integrative perinatal care. Laura has spoke at the OAND Convention in 2022 on Postpartum Maternal Care & at the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians Conference in 2023 on Clinical Perspectives on Postpartum Mental Health: supporting maternal mood to create a better tomorrow. Carly is speaking at the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians Conference in 2024 on Epigenetic Influences of Perinatal Health and Infant Outcomes. They both currently have integrative practices, and Laura works part time at the Fertility Clinic in her area alongside a Reproductive Endocrinologist.

Dr. John Bender, ND, is a dedicated naturopathic doctor who believes that optimal health is essential for a good life. With a passion for helping others achieve well-being through complex homeopathy, botanicals, vitamins, minerals, and nutritional methods, he emphasizes the importance of a balanced lifestyle and healthy habits. Dr. Bender advocates for detoxification and minimizing toxic exposures in our daily environment. A respected figure in his field, Dr. Bender received the prestigious Naturopath of the Year Award from the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors in 2003, the Alumni of Honour Award from the University of Waterloo in 2007, and the Award for Excellence in Holistic Medicine from the Holistic Doctors Recognition Board. Dr. Bender was born and raised in Crosshill, Ontario, and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Honours Biology from the University of Waterloo in 1972. He has extensive experience in emergency medical services, having worked as a Medical Attendant and EMT, where he graduated top of his class in an intensive EMT course at CFB Borden. In 1975, Dr. Bender began his naturopathic studies at the National College of Naturopathic Medicine (now the National University of Natural Medicine) in Portland, Oregon, inspired by Dr. Arno Koegler. He graduated in 1979, passed the Ontario Board exams, and succeeded his mentor in practice, where he continues to make his own homeopathic remedies. Committed to staying at the forefront of naturopathic medicine, Dr. Bender regularly attends seminars and educational courses to remain current with the latest advancements in homeopathy and functional medicine. His dedication to continuous learning ensures that he brings the most up-to-date therapies and knowledge to his practice. Dr. Bender has served on the Naturopathic Regulatory Board and is an active member of the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND) and the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND). He also advises the Holistic Doctors Recognition Board. His commitment to lifelong learning and patient care continues to inspire his colleagues and advance the field of naturopathic medicine.