Canadian Society for Orthomolecular Medicine (CSOM)

‘Knowledge of the safe and effective use of nutrients, enzymes, hormones, antigens, antibodies and other naturally occurring molecules in essential to assure a reasonable standard of care in medical practice.’
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The purpose of the Canadian Society for Orthomolecular Medicine (CSOM) is to further the advancement of orthomolecular medicine throughout the Canada, and to unite the clinicians and academic contributors in this field. The Society serves to educate health care professionals in the principles and practice of orthomolecular medicine through continuing medical educational programs and other resources for health care professionals.

Since 2009, the Canadian Society for Orthomolecular Medicine has sponsored the development and presentation of numerous continuing medical education programs, seminars, and grand rounds for health care professionals including: medical doctors, psychiatrists, pharmacists, naturopathic doctors, nurse practitioners, chiropractors, and registered nutritionists. Representatives of the Society participate in primary care conferences, and provide academic detailing for physicians interested in improving patient outcomes with orthomolecular medicine.

The programs developed and presented by CSOM have received accreditation by the College of Family Physicians of Canada; College of Naturopathic Physicians of British Columbia; Ontario College of Pharmacists; Board of Directors of Drugless Therapy-Naturopathy; and the College of Naturopaths of Ontario.

Upcoming Events in Canada

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CSOM Events (2009-2020)
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Healing the New Childhood Epidemics: Autism, ADHD, Asthma, and Allergies (2009)
Seminar presented by Kenneth Bock, MD

Integrative Medicine for the Treatment of Depression and Bipolar Disorder (2010)
Seminar presented by William Shaw, PhD

Integrative Medicine for Anxiety, Mood and Eating Disorders (2010)
Seminar presented by James Greenblatt, MD

Integrative Therapies in the Treatment of Depression and Mood Disorders: Folic Acid and Inositol (2010)
Grand Rounds presented by James Greenblatt, MD

Eating Disorders: An Integrative Medical Approach (2010)
Grand Rounds presented by James Greenblatt, MD

Nutritional Supplements and Childhood Health: Impact of Vitamin D, Omega 3 Fatty Acids (2010)
Grand Rounds presented by Aileen Burford-Mason, PhD

Highlights of the Orthomolecular Medicine Today Conference (2010 – 2017)
Seminars presented by Paul Demeda, CNP

Integrative Medicine for the Treatment of Depression (2011, 2012, 2014)
CME Program presented by James Greenblatt, MD

Dietary Fats in the Treatment and Prevention of Mental Illness (2012)
Grand Rounds presented by James Greenblatt, MD

Dysbiosis in Psychiatric Disorders: A Clinical Perspective (2012)
Seminar presented by William Shaw, PhD

Integrative Medicine for Children’s Mental Health (2014 – 2016)
CME Program presented by John Gannage, MD

Nutrition for Docs Part 1 (2011 – 2016)
CME Program presented by Aileen Burford-Mason, PhD

Nutrition for Docs Part 2 (2011 – 2015)
CME Program presented by Aileen Burford-Mason, PhD

Intravenous Vitamin C Academy (2017)
Workshop presented by Ron Hunninghake, MD; Thomas Levy, MD

Nutrition in Primary Care: Evidence and Controversies (2017 – 2019)
CME Program presented by Aileen Burford-Mason, PhD

Nutritional and Environmental Influences on Neurodevelopment (2019, 2020)
CME Program presented by John Gannage, MD