2nd Scienti/Medical Conference Austin Texas

[hilly]

Here are the details of the conference on Morgellons in Austin Texas. Looks to be very good.. wish I could go :<( Hilly

2nd Annual
Scientific/Medical Conference on Morgellons
"Searching for the UnCommon Thread"

DATE:
April 4, 2009

TIME:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

LOCATION:
Westoak Woods Baptist Church
Conference Room
2900 Slaughter Lane
Austin, Texas

SPONSOR: This event is being sponsored by the The Charles E. Holman Foundation/New Morgellons Order, a non-profit organization with IRS 501 (c) (3) status. Our all volunteer staff is dedicated to fundraising for scientific research and medical education, raising public awareness, and providing support for those who suffer with this unexplained illness.

WHO MAY ATTEND: Although much of the lecture content will be geared toward medical professionals and scientists, we encourage patients and supporters to attend as well. Our goal is an informative, educational and inspiring event that will be beneficial to all!

GUEST SPEAKERS:

Harriet Bishop, President, TXLDA
Austin, TX
Morgellons Patient
President of Texas Lyme Disease Association
Topic: "Staying Positive to Cope with Morgellons"
Rhonda L. Casey, D.O.
Tulsa, OK
Vice-Chair, Department of Pediatrics;
Clinical Director, Center for the Investigation of Morgellons Disease;
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics,
Oklahoma State University, Center for Health Sciences.
Topic: "Morgellons Observations in Pediatrics and Adults."
David Gibbs, MS, CDRP
Austin, TX
Social Security Specialist, Disability Claims Professionals of Texas
Experienced and successful disability representation for Morgellons and Lyme Disease
Topic: "Social Security Benefits as Related to Morgellons Disease"
Elizabeth Rasmussen, Ph.D.
Laramie, WY
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Author of "Debunking DOP"
Post-graduate training in microbiology and immunology
Board of Directors, Laramie Advisory Commission on Disability
Topic: "WANTED: Appropriate Treatment of Human Beings Who Happen to be Ill or Have a Disability"
Ginger Savely, DNP
San Francisco, CA
Completing her Doctorate in Nusing Practice at Case Western University (March 16, 2009)
Having seen over 300 Morgellons patients in her practice, Dr. Savely's experience has become world renown
Topic: "A Descriptive Analysis of 122 Patients with Visualized Subcutaneous Fibers"
Raphael B. Stricker, MD
San Francisco, CA
Sub-specialty training in internal medicine, hematology, and immunology
Board of Directors ILADS, International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society
Board of Directors CALDA, California Lyme Disease Association
Topic: "The Mystery of Morgellons"
Amelia M. Withington, MD
Chester, PA
Attending Psychiatrist at Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Chester, PA
Board Certified in Psychiatry and Neurology
Residency completed at Hahnemann University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, 1995
Graduated U of TX Southwestern Medical School, 1991
Topic: "My Morgellons Experience"
Randy S. Wymore, Ph.D.
Tulsa, OK
Director, Center for the Investigation of Morgellons Disease;
Associate Professor of Pharmacology & Physiology
Oklahoma State University, Center for Health Sciences
Topic: "Research Update"
Special Musical Guests
Cliff Mickelson, guitar, vocals
Lee Mounger, bass, fiddle
HOW TO REGISTER: A completed registration form (click here to print form) is required in order to assure adequate seating and accommodations.
FEE: A tax deductible contribution of $25.00 per registrant is requested to help cover costs but is not required. We want everyone to have the opportunity to attend. Any proceeds from this event will be used to further education and research.
. Checks or money orders can be made payable to:
"The Charles E. Holman Foundation"
Mail registration form along with your tax deductible contribution (if applicable) to:
The New Morgellons Order/
The Charles E. Holman Foundation
The New Morgellons Order
P.O. Box 1109
Lone Star, Texas 75668
A confirmation of your registration will be mailed, faxed, or emailed to you depending upon your preference.
Coming Soon
Detailed program of scheduled speakers
Map of the area
Information on reception to be held on Saturday evening, following the conference
List of nearby hotels and restaurants
Questions
If you have any questions regarding this event, please send an email to admin@theNMO.org
We are excited with the announcement of this upcoming event and look forward to seeing you all there!


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[carla]

Me too Hilly .I could do with a few tips on staying positive right now.
carla
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Morgellons Conference Page Visitors
Thought this link from sadsack should be included here too.