Dr Blommel will talk about:
 

•His personal journey to Plant Based Nutrition (PBN) and Lifestyle Medicine (LM). 

•Plant Based Nutrition (PBN), Lifestyle Medicine and the impact they can have on personal health

•Promoting LM and PBN in medical practice

•Specific examples of PBN and LM improving the lives of individuals 

Dr Blommel's presentation will be followed by Q&A
 

Click the link below Register for the Dr Barnard event:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvceyppzIpEtH7NwIHHbkmv-OuDD7ms8Y-

HOW NOT TO AGE

Uncover the evidence-based science to slowing the effects of aging, from the New York Times bestselling author of the How Not to Die series

When Dr. Michael Greger, founder of NutritionFacts.org, dove into the top peer-reviewed anti-aging medical research, he realized that diet could regulate every one of the most promising strategies for combating the effects of aging. We don’t need Big Pharma to keep us feeling young―we already have the tools. In How Not to Age, the internationally renowned physician and nutritionist breaks down the science of aging and chronic illness and explains how to help avoid the diseases most commonly encountered in our journeys through life.

Michael Greger, M.D. FACLM, is a physician, author, and internationally recognized speaker on important public health issues.

DR GREGER’S” HOW NOT TO AGE” VIDEO WILL BE FOLLOWED BY

30 MINUTES OF LIVE Q&A WITH DR GREGER

We hope you can join us!

Dr. Andrew Freeman MD, FACC, FACP speaks about Stress and Nutrition. Both are pillars in the rapidly growing discipline of Lifestyle Medicine.

First Dr. Freeman will present a speech he recently gave at ACC 24, the American College of Cardiology's Annual International Conference. What is the link and how can we improve them both? In this talk, we will look at the squishier side of human life and see how stress and lifestyle can improve cardiovascular outcomes.

Our second half is an abbreviated version of Dr Freeman's annual review of recent Plant Based Nutritional research. In this, we will review some of the latest evidence of the effects of plant based nutrition on health and well being. Dr. Freeman practices cardiology in Denver, Colorado, where he combines both traditional Western medicine with a holistic approach for overall wellness and disease prevention. His Western medicine approach includes advanced cardiology diagnostics and his holistic approach adds lifestyle medicine; integrating diet, exercise, mindfulness and support. He has been nicknamed “The Vegan Cardiologist”.

Also, Dr. Josh Liberman, MD, FACC will provide a health tip, a health "factoid", and a patient story!

MAKING HEART ATTACKS HISTORY

Slaying the Paper Tiger of Heart Disease with Plant Based Nutrition

Dr Esselstyn is a physician, researcher, author and legend in the field of Plant Based Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine.

*He has saved literally thousands of lives through his work as a surgeon, researcher, author and Plant Based Nutrition advocate.

*He received his undergraduate degree from Yale University and his medical degree from Western Reserve University.

*He presently directs the cardiovascular prevention and reversal program at Cleveland Clinic’s Wellness Institute.

*He and his wife Ann have followed a plant-based diet since 1984.

They have four children and ten grandchildren (all Plant Based!).

Dr Esselstyn will Follow his talk with Q&A

Dr Joshua Liberman MD FACC

Cardiologist, Dr Joshua Liberman will start our meeting with comments about recent nutritional research and relate a clinical experience or two.

Dr Sandra Musial MD dip ABLM, dip ABOM, FAAP

Rhode Island physician and head of PlantDocs, Dr Sandra Musial will talk about:

FOOD IS MEDICINE

Choosing Wisely to Optimize Health and Enjoy Life

Dr Musial will present valuable evidence about food and it’s direct and often dramatic effects on personal health.

She’ll include stories of people who have successfully taken control of their own health and experienced the confidence and joy it brings.

After her talk, Doctor Musial will be available for Q&A  

Interviews & Discussion 
with 5 Milwaukee area Doctors

Dr Ken Jacobsohn (urologist)
Dr Aimee Welsh (cardiologist)
Dr Michael Lenz (internist)
Dr Rania Dempsey (internist)
Dr Larry Miller (psychologist)

We'll talk about:

*Their thoughts about the benefits of Plant Based Nutrition (PBN) and Lifestyle Medicine (LM)
*How they integrate PBN/LM into their practice
*The benefits of PBN/LM in their particular focus area
*What patients, who've embraced PBN/LM, have experienced 
*PBN/LM in Milwaukee 
*And much more

The Doctors will be available for Q&A following their interviews 

AND
A HEALTH TIP, HEALTH "FACTOID" & STORY FROM
DR JOSHUA LIBERMAN MD FACC

PLUS MICHELE STAMN  PLANT BASED HEALTH COACH
Michele will discuss how a plant based diet can reduce pain 

January 11th 6PM (CT)
Alison Tierney MS RD CD CSO

MYTH BUSTING

Dispelling Cancer Nutrition Myths with Scientific Evidence 

Alison Tierney is a registered dietitian board certified in oncology nutrition. Her passion for preventing, managing, and (in some cases) reversing chronic diseases with nutrition and a healthy lifestyle led her to create Wholesome LLC. 

Alison’s interest in nutrition started at a young age focused on sports performance as an athlete. But her interest shifted when many family members encountered cancer, autoimmune, and infertility diagnoses. After working many years as an oncology dietitian, Alison faced her own cancer diagnosis which only brought a deeper passion and drive against cancer and chronic disease, making the fight even more personal. 

After developing an oncology nutrition program at an academic cancer center, Alison was determined to spread the knowledge of nutrition beyond just the cancer center in her community. With Wholesome LLC, she set out to empower as many people as possible regarding the healing powers of food to complement traditional therapies against chronic disease.

When Alison isn’t burying herself in nutrition research, you can find her in the kitchen, on the spin bike or spending time with her husband and two young daughters.

 Alison will follow her talk with Q&A

To Register click the link below:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYkcOGprT0iGdf7tWR2-mg38EMnwniXU8fm

GETTING STARTED WITH A PLANT-BASED DIET

Certified plant-based health coach and physical therapist Michele Stamn will share the whats, whys, and hows of eating plant-based.

She’ll also pass on some of the tips and tricks she’s learned, from education and personal experience, for making this healthy way of eating doable, delicious, and fun.

Cardiologist Dr Josh Liberman will give us some of his valuable observations and comments.

BRIAN HART

Executive Director of the Esselstyn Family Foundation

will talk about:

HOW DID WE GET HERE?

Common hurdles to healthy eating

and

ANN ESSELSTYN

Ann will demonstrate how to make some of her

FAVORITE PLANT BASED HOLIDAY DESSERTS

ANN ESSELSTYN is a Plant Based cookbook author, YouTube creator and a relentlessly energetic and creative advocate for the plant-based, whole food way of life.

Ann earned a Masters Degree in Education and taught for 27 years while raising 4 children.

She is the wife of Plant Based icon Dr Caldwell Esselstyn and mother-in-law of Brian Hart.

BRIAN HART is Executive Director of the Esselstyn Family Foundation.

He’s an experienced educator with over 25 years in the field as a teacher and administrator.

Brian is also a former plant based chef.

To register for the free meeting, click the link below:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIlc-GuqzMiH9V10W3JN2UlyEPx4WVr8qcd

October 12th 6PM (CT)

ALAMELU

Alamelu will talk about how:

HEALTHY CAN BE DELICIOUS

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* Alamelu is a Culinary Instructor and cookbook author who has taught classes in Milwaukee and across the Country

*Invited to talk to the James Beard Foundation, she also advised the Bartolotta Restaurant Group in Milwaukee

* Alamelu hosted the PBS television show “Healthful Indian Flavors with Alamelu,” started in Milwaukee and later broadcast nationwide

Her talk will be followed by Q&A

To Register for the October 12th 6-7:30PM PBNOW meeting use the link below:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vcu-vqj8qG9M7LG_ZVal_bYNS5qZApPO0

Featured Speaker:

 Dr Josh Liberman MD FACC
 Fellowship trained cardiologist.

Board certified in cardiology, critical care management, hypertension and cardiac imaging, with an interest in preventive cardiology.

Dr Liberman sits on the American College of Cardiology’s national prevention subgroup. 

He is a past president of the American College of Cardiology’s Wisconsin chapter.

Dr Liberman follows a plant based lifestyle; practicing what he advises his patients to do.

 His talk will be followed by 20 minutes of Q&A

To register use the link below:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAoc-CgqD8tE9dc_Dybrh4p6Ai6pnmp0peG

Dr Barnett will discuss:

The 15 Day Whole Food Plant-Based Jumpstart: A Tool for Physician and Patient Success

(A monthly Zoom program that has reached over 2,000 people in 44 states and 7 countries)

• Dr Barnett is the “High Tech Doctor with Low-Tech Solutions”

• BS from Yale University, MD from Tufts

• Board Certified in Diagnostic Radiology and Vascular Interventional Radiology, he has practiced in the Rochester, NY area for over 35 years

• Board Certified in Lifestyle Medicine, he passed the inaugural examination given by the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine in 2017.

• Fellow of the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine (FACLM) and former board member.

• Dr Barnett, his wife and 3 children have thrived on an exclusively plant-based diet since 1991.

To Register for this event, click the link below:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAlc-6pqTspEtX8GrRGlk8nDa1WxJqjbtFq

July 13th 6PM (CT)
Becky Schultz NP

HERBAL TEAS

How herbal (plant) teas work
and
what they can do for your health

Becky Schultz is an experienced Integrative and Holistic Family Nurse Practitioner 
Adjunct Clinical Professor of Medicine
and
Registered Herbalist
with
Aurora Integrative Medicine

Becky’s talk will be preceded by comments from Dr Josh Liberman. She will follow her talk with Q&A

TO REGITER USE THE LINK BELOW:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0odOigqD0rH9wyFDWb6nRRLy7flVDLPo5N

JUNE SPEAKER (LIVE VIA ZOOM): DR MICHAEL KLAPER MD

Dr Klaper is a Physician, Plant Based Nutrition Lifestyle pioneer and author.

He is an internationally-recognized teacher, and sought-after speaker on diet and health.

He is also a passionate and devoted educator of physicians and other healthcare professionals about the importance of nutrition in clinical practice. 

 He will follow his talk with 20 minutes of Q&A

To REGISTER click the link below:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIlduipqzsjGN3qTJxA7guZRRbTkSYmCkSG

Hear about what’s new in plant based research as Denver Cardiologist, Dr Andrew Freeman MD FACC FACP, gives us his annual review of:

“SHOW ME THE PLANT BASED FACTS” 
• The most recent findings in plant based nutrition research 

Dr. Freeman practices at National Jewish health in Denver, Colorado, where he combines both traditional Western medicine with a holistic approach for overall wellness and disease prevention.

His Western medicine approach includes advanced cardiology diagnostics and his holistic approach adds lifestyle medicine; integrating diet, exercise, mindfulness and support.

He has been nicknamed “The Vegan Cardiologist,”  

Dr Freeman will follow his talk with 20 minutes of Q&A

The meeting will also include comments from

Milwaukee Cardiologist
Dr Joshua Liberman FACC

To register use the link below:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqc-ypqTssH9LVz891ZIZlVkM6ijnClDQg

YOUR KEY TO PLANT BASED SUCCESS

- Choosing your personal plant based WHY

Karen is a registered dietitian and certified diabetes care and education specialist who is passionate about educating others about the health benefits associated with eating a low-fat, plant-based diet. With more than 16 years of experience working as a dietitian, Karen understands the challenges individuals face making dietary changes and enjoys helping them find strategies to make eating healthy, easy, and delicious.

She is an avid runner and placed in the top 1% of women finishers at the 2015 and 2016 Boston Marathons.

Karen is a mom of three and is proud of the healthy eating habits her children, husband, and others in her family have adopted, and the health benefits they have experienced as a result.

She especially loves helping families cook and eat healthy, plant-based meals together.

TO REGISTER CLICK THE LINK BELOW:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUofumqqj4tGdOHms9azQavTxytTnOd_ixH

March 9th 6PM (CT)
Dr Koushik Reddy 
MD FACC FACLM DipABLM

Dr Reddy is trained in cardiology and interventional cardiology.

He is the Director of Interventional Cardiology at the James A. Haley VA Medical Center in Tampa, FL and has been affiliated with the University of South Florida. 

He is also the director of the CCU and the cardiac cath lab. 

Dr Reddy has served as the Assistant Program Director for the General Cardiology fellowship program and has won many teaching awards.

He’s served on the American College of Lifestyle Medicine’s executive board as its national treasurer.

Dr Reddy is a plant based physician who believes in lifestyle intervention and disease prevention and has established programs, at his hospital, focused on both.
 
He will be available for Q&A following his talk

To register use the link below:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrduyvqTMvHtTd5uqrNHHJIo6JJ7Ecx5a1

SHOPPING, LABEL READING & KEEPING IT SIMPLE

Practical, informative and fun, Ann Esselstyn and Esselstyn Foundation Executive Director Brian Hart will give tips for making Plant Based eating easy and successful.

Ann & Brian’s presentation will be followed by Q&A

TO REGISTER, CLICK THE LINK BELOW:

HOW TO SPICE UP YOUR LIFE

How adding taste to your meals can add health to your life

Dr Rao is a physician and author with over 20 years of primary care experience.

A graduate of Rutgers University with a Medical degree from New Jersey Medical School, she completed her internship and residency at Tufts New England Medical Center. She went on to receive additional training in Functional Medicine and acupuncture.

Dr Rao is the Medical Director of the Shakti Health and Wellness Center.

She and Cardiologist Dr Monica Aggarwal co-authored the books Body on Fire and The Body on Fire Cookbook to help guide patients to healthier lives with lifestyle medicine.  

Dr Rao will answer questions following her talk

TO REGISTER, FOR OUR JAN 12TH MTG, CLICK THE LINK BELOW:

PLANT BASED EATING ON A BUDGET

Critics often argue that a plant-based diet is too expensive...is this actually true? 

Esselstyn Foundation Executive Director Brian Hart dives into how to eat Whole Food Plant Based (WFPB) without breaking the bank and Ann and Jane Esselstyn give a Budget-Minded Cooking Demo.

WHAT THEY DON’T TEACH CARDIOLOGISTS IN MEDICAL SCHOOL

With Dr. Elizabeth Klodas MD FACC
Thursday, November 10, 2022
6:00 - 7:30PM

Dr Klodas is a board-certified Cardiologist, Author, Speaker, Founder of the Preventative Cardiology Clinic near Minneapolis, Minnesota, and the Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Step One Foods.

She has dedicated her career to preventive cardiology.

Trained at Mayo Clinic, the University of Toronto, and Johns Hopkins, Dr. Klodas is a nationally sought out speaker and has an active role at the American College of Cardiology.

She has published dozens of scientific articles throughout her career, and she has also authored a book for patients, "Slay the Giant: The Power of Prevention in Defeating Heart Disease."

She also served as founding Editor-in-Chief of the patient education effort of the American College of Cardiology.

 Dr Klodas will answer questions following her talk !

PLANT BASED HEALTH
Personal and professional experiences and the science of health

With Dr. Stephan Esser MD
Thursday, October 13, 2022
6:00 - 7:30PM

As a fourth generation vegan, Dr Esser has witnessed the effects of plant based living in his personal, family, sports and professional life. He will speak to us about his experiences, his family and patient experiences and the science behind the effects of a plant based lifestyle.

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Dr Esser is a physician and author specializing in sports medicine and lifestyle modification. He is dedicated to empowering individuals to achieve their best health and maximize fitness, fun and function.
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* Medical School - University of South Florida College of Medicine
* Residency - Harvard Medical School/Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital
* Fellowship - Sports Medicine - Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL

Prior to his career in medicine he was a competitive tennis player, achieving a ranking of #1 in the US in Men’s Open Doubles (2002).

Affiliations

American College of Sports Medicine
American College of Lifestyle Medicine
American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
...
United States Tennis Association
United States Professional Tennis Association
   

 Dr Esser will answer questions following his talk

Professional Credentials

PhD, RDN, LDN, FAHA, FNLA, FASN, CLS

Affiliations

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, American Heart Association, Amerian College of Cardiology, American Society for Nutrition, National Lipid Association

Responsibilities

• She oversees the PSU Cardiometabolic Research Lab

• She is involved in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses

• She is very engaged professionally.  Currently, she is the Chair of the Lifestyle Council for the American Heart Association.

Interests

•  Evaluating the effect of dietary patterns, foods, nutrients and bioactives on CVD risk factors

• Evaluating the role of diet in the prevention and treatment of cardiometabolic diseases

Specializations

Cardiovascular nutrition, cardiometabolic disease

Professional Experience

Dr. Kris-Etherton is Chair of the AHA Council on Lifestyle and Cardiometabolic Health, and Past Chair of the AHA Nutrition Committee.  Dr. Kris-Etherton is a Fellow of the American Heart Association, the National Lipid Association (where she served as President), and the American Society for Nutrition.  She has published over 360 papers in the peer-reviewed literature and has received numerous awards from the American Society for Nutrition, the American Oil Chemist’s Society, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the International Nut & Dried Fruit Council, and the Northeast Lipid Association Chapter for her contributions to the profession.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, our scheduled featured speaker, FLA cardiologist Dr Koushik Reddy, will be unable to join us tonight. 
In his place;

* Our medical director,
Dr Joshua Liberman MD FACC

will talk about the benefits of a plant based lifestyle.
 
PLUS

* We'll see a fun, useful video with 10 practical tips for making plant based eating easier
 

TONIGHT  
Thursday, August 11, 2022
6:00 - 7:30PM 

Featured Speaker:

 Dr Josh Liberman MD FACC
 Fellowship trained cardiologist.

Board certified in cardiology, critical care management, hypertension and cardiac imaging, with an interest in preventive cardiology.

Dr Liberman sits on the American College of Cardiology’s national prevention subgroup. 

He is a past president of the American College of Cardiology’s Wisconsin chapter.

Dr Liberman follows a plant based lifestyle; practicing what he advises his patients to do.

   His talk will be followed by 20 minutes of Q&A

Becky is a board certified family nurse practitioner who has helped patients for close to 30 years.

She will talk about:

FOOD AS MEDICINE

(How to incorporate plants, herbs and spices into your everyday life and the benefits you may receive)

In addition to her clinical background, Becky has been an adjunct clinical professor with the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine Public Health Department in Family Medicine.

She is a special editor for Family and Integrative Medicine with the Journal for Patient Centered Research and Review.

She has a long list of accomplishments and In 2015 and 2016 received two alumni awards from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee: the Community Service Award from the UW Milwaukee alumni Association and one of the 50 Distinguished Alumni awards in conjunction with the College of Nursing’s 50th anniversary.

HOPE YOU CAN JOIN US!