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If your business or community group would like Dr. Koo, ND to speak about the benefits of naturopathic medicine and other health topics of interest, please contact us.
1. Upcoming Events
Feb. 2012
Palisades Health Fair
Naturopathic Medicine for Seniors with some Q & A
Thurs. Feb. 9, 2012
Health Fair runs from 10am – 2pm. I will be speaking at the 11:25am timeslot.
Please see the other organizations that will be volunteering their time and the schedule of events & seminars here.
Location:
1665 The Collegeway
(Mississauga Rd. & The Collegeway)
Past Events
Dr. Koo was interviewed by Best Health Magazine (Dec 2009) for the article entitled "5 food to eat for healthy, glowing skin." Catch exerpts of the interview at the link provided.
Dec. 2011
Bishop Allen Academy (Career Day) - Etobicoke
Naturopathic Medicine with some Q & A
Thurs. Dec. 1, 2011
8:30am – 11:30am.
Oct. 2011
The Running Room - High Park
Pain Management
Wed. Oct 19, 2011 at 6pm
2100 Bloor St. West, Unit #3, Toronto, ON M6S 1M7
Sept. 2011
Healthy Children, Healthy Future - Antibiotics: What parents want to know. Preparing for the cold & flu season.
Naturopathic Essentials
Sun. September 11, 2011 at Noon
Special Guest Lecturer - Melissa Cheung, PhD (cand.) will discuss the proper use of antibiotics.
Citizenship & Immigration Canada
Naturopathic options for Stress Management.
Wed. September 21, 2011
2 Robert Speck Parkway, Mississauga, ON
The clinic will be closed until 3pm on this day.
The Running Room - The Beach
Pain Management
Wed. September 28, 2011 at 6pm
1977 Queen Street East, Toronto, ON M4L 1J1
April 2011
GoodLife Fitness Corporate Wellness Seminar
Naturopathic Medicine – Benefits and Modalities
Wed. April 20, 2011
Casa Vera Montessori School
Topic: Healthy Children, Healthy Future - Antibiotics: What parents want to know.
Date: Thurs. April 28, 2011
http://www.casaverams.com
Will be presenting this topic with guest lecturer - Melissa Cheung
May 2011
Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Dr. Koo, ND has been asked to speak to the Church's congregation about health.
Sat. May 7, 2011 at 7pm
1030 Albion Road, Rexdale, On
Feb. 2011
Healthy Children, Healthy Future - Antibiotics: What parents want to know.
Naturopathic Essentials
Sat. Feb 19, 2011 at 2pm
Guest Presenter & Lecturer
for this topic - Melissa Cheung
Dec. 2010
Bishop Allen Academy (Career Day) - Etobicoke
Naturopathic Medicine with some Q & A
Thurs. Dec. 9, 2010
8:30am – 11:30am.
Nov. 2010
Casa Vera Montessori School
Topic: Asthma & Eczema - Advice for You & your Children
Thurs. Nov. 25, 2010
5:45pm – 7pm.
Oct. 2010
Infinite Yoga
Topic: Detoxification & Naturopathic Medicine
Sun. Oct. 31, 2010
8am – 9:30am.
4870 Tomken Road, Units 3-4
Mississauga, ON
Hydro One Telecom - Corporate Seminar
Topic: Allergies & Naturopathic Medicine
Tues. Sept. 7, 2010
10am – 11am.
Children's Aid Society of Toronto
Healthy Aging – A Naturopathic Perspective (Part 2)
Fri. Sept. 24, 2010
10 am – 12:30 pm.
1 Lord Seaton
This workshop will provide an overview on
naturopathic medicine and then proceed to a discussion on common aging
aliments including: muscle and arthritis pains; bone loss; decreased
immunity; low energy; memory loss as well as other conditions.
Each topic
will speak to commonly used approaches and drugs and what people can do
from a naturopathic perspective.
Please see the full description in the training calendar for foster parents. This workshop is open to foster parents registered with the Children's Aid Society of Toronto.
Credits: 2.5
www.torontocas.ca
Friends of Children from China - Seminar for parents who have adopted children from China
Topic: Medicinal use of Chinese foods and how to cook them.
Wed. Aug. 25, 2010
10am – 12pm.
Church & Dwight - Corporate Seminar
Topic: Muscle Health
Thurs. June 10, 2010
1:30pm – 2:30 pm.
Old Mill Inn & Spa
Oticon Canada (Mississauga) - Corporate Seminar
Mon. May 17, 2010 from
12 - 1pm.
Corporate Seminar - Lunch & Learn
Only employees of Oticon are permitted to this seminar.
Children's Aid Society of Toronto
Healthy Aging – A Naturopathic Perspective
Fri. Apr. 16, 2010
10 am – 12:30 pm.
1 Lord Seaton
This workshop will provide an overview on
naturopathic medicine and then proceed to a discussion on common aging
aliments including: muscle and arthritis pains; bone loss; decreased
immunity; low energy; memory loss as well as other conditions.
Each topic
will speak to commonly used approaches and drugs and what people can do
from a naturopathic perspective.
Please see the full description in the training calendar for foster parents. This workshop is open to foster parents registered with the Children's Aid Society of Toronto.
Credits: 2.5
www.torontocas.ca
Chapters (Square One - Mississauga )
Successful Smoking Cessation - How Naturopathic Medicine can Help
Sat. May 1, 2010 at
3 pm.
Revera Retirement Residence (Centennial Park - Etobicoke)
Healthy Aging
Mon. May 3, 2010 from
6:30 - 8pm.
25 Centennial Park Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9C 5H1
Healthy Living Expo 2010 (Mississauga)
Dr. Koo, ND has been asked to come back as a guest speaker at this year's Healthy Living Expo, sponsored by the Mississauga News, The Credit Valley Hospital Foundation & The Mississauga Board of Chinese Professionals & Businesses.
Many health topics are being covered and events run the entire day.
FREE admission, FREE parking, FREE activities & draws.
Topic: Naturopathic Medicine for You & your Children. Weight Management & Cardiovascular Diseases (Hypertension, Diabetes, Hypercholesterolemia). Advice for you and your children.
Date: Sat. May 8, 2010 at
11am.
Location:
Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care
5510 Mavis Rd, Mississauga, ON, L5V 2X5
All are welcome to attend.
www.cpbexpo.com
http://www.cpbexpo.com/seminars.php
(Please click on the above link to see the list of prominent speakers at this year's Healthy Living Expo).
Constitution Place Retirement Residence (Mississauga)
Wed. May 26 is the National Senior Health & Fitness Day. Dr. Koo, ND has graciously accepted an invitation from Constitution Place Retirement Residence to speak to its senior citizens about how one can age gracefully.
Wed. May 26, 2010 from
6:30 - 8pm.
3051 Constitution Blvd., Miss., ON L4Y 2Z1
All are welcome to attend.
Body, Mind and Soul Self-Help Support Centre
Come out and hear Dr. Koo, ND speak at the Body, Mind and Soul Self-Help Support Centre.
Sat. Nov. 17, 2009 at 8pm
110 Shirley Drive
Richmond Hill, ON, L4S 1Y9
Healthy Living Expo 2009
Dr. Koo, ND will be a guest speaker at this year's Healthy Living Expo, sponsored by the Mississauga News, The Credit Valley Hospital Foundation & The Mississauga Board of Chinese Professionals & Businesses.
Sat. May 30, 2009 at 5pm
Topic: Healthy Aging & Naturopathic Medicine
Location:
Yee Hong Centre for Geriatric Care
5510 Mavis Rd, Mississauga, ON, L5V 2X5
FREE talks at Chapters Indigo stores
During Naturopathic Medicine Week (May 2-10, 2009), Dr. Koo, ND will be giving talks at Chapters stores in Mississauga (Square One) and in Etobicoke (Sherway).
Sat. May 2, 2009 at 2pm:
Stress & Menopause: (Chapters - Square One, Mississauga)
Sun. May 10, 2009 at 2pm
Stress & Eating for Energy: (Chapters - Sherway, Etobicoke - on the Queensway) Bring Mom out for some entertaining & informative talks
All are welcome to attend. Seating is limited.
Total Health Show 2009
Date: April 17-19 2009
Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Daytime (Rogers TV)
Dr. Koo, ND will be a featured guest on the television program Daytime. Tune in on Friday March 13, 2009 at 5pm to catch the interview. Dr. Koo, ND will be speaking about common dermatological complaints and food allergies. The show repeats at midnight & at 5am on Rogers TV.
Holistic Health Expo 2009
Date: March 20-22, 2009
Location: Direct Energy Centre (CNE)
2. Announcements
We are currently accepting New Patients.
Canada Post Corporation has created a list of approved naturopathic doctors that they recognize for the treatment of chronic low back pain, rotator cuff tendonitis and anxiety. Dr. Koo has been added to that list. We look forward to working with employees of Canada Post.
Read Dr. Koo's articles on cancer with CTV reporter Anwar Knight's inspirational stories. www.hopehappens.ca
Dr. Koo was interviewed by Best Health Magazine (Dec 2009) for the article entitled "5 food to eat for healthy, glowing skin." Catch exerpts of the interview at the link provided.
Dr. Koo has been published in the September/October 2008 issue of Life Peak magazine. You can view the article on pages 16-17 and can also pick up a copy at your local Chapters store in the Toronto area. The article is entitled "Your Weight & Immunity: The Connection"
3. Naturopathic Newsletter
To subscribe to our newsletter, please send an email to questions@naturopathicessentials.com with the subject "Subscribe" and include your email address.
Summer Protection - It's all so confusing: Sunscreen or Vitamin D? In addition, find out some facts about your sunscreen and tips to keep you cool for the summer.
Swine Flu - Precautions you should be taking. The World Health Organization has raised the alert level to 5 out of 6, indicating that the estimated probability of a pandemic is high. However, there is no need for panic, but we should keep ourselves informed. Please download the above patient handout. 04/29/09.
Spring & Detoxing - Commonly prescribed Chinese recipe used during the changing of the seasons. Check with your health care provider first before using.
Cooking with Oils - Put this handy reference on your refrigerator
4. Links
Dr. Andrew Weil, MD discusses the importance of naturopathic medicine on YouTube. Naturopathic doctors are licensed & regulated in the province of Ontario and that is why we are covered by virtually all Extended (Employer) Insurance Plans. In other provinces like British Colombia, the province may cover a portion of the fees.
Inspiration & Wellness: www.hopehappens.ca
Note: Learn more about health by reading Dr. Koo’s Blog.
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