Leah’s Library


Leah’s Library

Leah’s Library
Introducing Advanced Clinical Naturopathic Medicine
Leah Hechtman introduces her new text book, Advanced Clinic Naturopathic Medicine, kicking off a series of video interviews with the book's contributors.
ACNM Foreword | Dr Sue Evans
Dr Sue Evans has written the foreword to Advanced Clinical Naturopathic Medicine. She is the heart and soul of modern Australian Naturopathy and has pioneered many achievements for the profession.
ACNM | DIETARY PLANS | LISA COSTA-BIR
Lisa’s love of food and food as medicine coupled with her obvious clinical expertise ensures that her dietary plans throughout the text are both nutritious and patient friendly.
ACNM | THE INTERACTIONS TABLE | LIESL BLOTT
Having expertise in Pharmacy, Naturopathy, Research and academia means that Liesl understands the interaction potential of herbs, nutrients, pharmaceuticals and food in more than a theoretical level. Her interaction tables are gold standard.
ACNM CHAPTER 24 | LYME DISEASE AND CO-INFECTIONS | NICOLA MCFADZEAN DUCHARME, ND
The prevalence of Lyme disease and co-infections is increasing globally. Nicola's lengthy experience means she’s seen many manifestations and has worked out the clinical solutions. We’re in good hands.
ACNM Chapter 23 | HIV | Dr Janet Schloss
All clinicians need to be abreast of supporting patients with HIV – regardless of if they have a practice specialising in this condition or not. Ensure you know how to support them with safety, accuracy and compassion.
ACNM CHAPTER 22 | CANCER: ADVANCED II | MANUELA BOYLE
Manuela and Teresa co-wrote this chapter. Manuela expertly covers the topic of survivorship – something not often covered but a necessary and important topic to discuss. Once the patient concludes their treatment how do we support them ongoing?
ACNM CHAPTER 22 | CANCER: ADVANCED II | ASSOC PROF TERESA MITCHELL-PATTERSON
Assoc. Professor Teresa Mitchell-Patterson brings her great expertise to tackle the massive job of summarising and discerning the research, discussing the treatment recommendations for all of the specific types of cancer.
ACNM CHAPTER 21 | CANCER – ADVANCED 1 | DR JANET SCHLOSS
Janet is involved in groundbreaking clinical trials, collaborates internationally and has translated this with compassionate and effective clinical support, ensuring you have the safest and most effective clinical guidelines on this very important topic.
ACNM CHAPTER 20 | THE ENDOCANNABINOID SYSTEM AND CANNABIS | JUSTIN SINCLAIR
Justin has and continues to contribute politically, academically, clinically, and personally to the advocacy of access to this phenomenal plant, and the study and application of the research that stems from it.
ACNM CHAPTER 19 | DOWNS SYNDROME | BELINDA ROBSON
Belinda's unique and pioneering work in this field highlights her compassion and desire to help individuals in the most profound way.
ACNM CHAPTER 18 | AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER | HELEN PADARIN
Those that specialise in the ASD and ADD/ADHD community know that Helen is an unrefuted expert. Her collaborative care in esteemed integrative health clinics, advocacy and advisory roles ensure that her contribution is relevant, up to date and effective.
ACNM CHAPTER 17 | GERIATRICS | JANE HUTCHENS
Jane has spent multiple periods working with the geriatric community and deeply connects to the importance of respect and support for the older population.
ACNM CHAPTER 16 | PAEDIATRICS AND ADOLESCENCE | TABITHA MCINTOSH
As a mother of two, Tabitha brings her experience to this chapter to make the clinical recommendations as practical and translatable as possible. Kids are not just small adults and you need Tabitha’s expertise to guide you through it.
ACNM CHAPTER 15 | INFANCY | TABITHA MCINTOSH & DAWN WHITTEN
Often a stumbling block for many clinicians, the infancy period requires specific skill and Dawn and Tabitha provide this expertly.
It Starts With The Egg
Join Kristin and Julianne from Optimal RX as they talk with Leah Hechtman about her extensive knowledge in fertility and preconception care.
ACNM CHAPTER 14 | BREASTFEEDING | DAWN WHITTEN
The topic of breastfeeding could have been a brief addendum but instead we have a vast, comprehensive, curious and educational discussion by a woman with experience and expertise in both Naturopathy and Lactation consulting.
ACNM CHAPTER 13 | PREGNANCY AND LABOUR | JANE HUTCHENS
Jane’s blend of Nursing, Naturopathy, Public Health and research provides readers with true scope and expertise.
Text Book of Natural Medicine 5e | Leah Hechtman interviews Dr Joseph Pizzorno & Dr Michael Murray
Grab a cup of botanicals and get comfy. You’re in for a treat. The authors of the internationally acclaimed, foundational textbook - Textbook of Natural Medicine - Drs Joe Pizzorno and Michael Murray have a chat with Leah to celebrate the release of its 5th edition.
ACNM CHAPTER 12 | MISCARRIAGE | ANGELA HYWOOD
Angela guides us through the medical challenge and tragedy of miscarriage. A true woman’s healer, she seeks answers when others give up, tackles the hard topics and supports women in ways they truly deserve.
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