News Release
The Edward R. Heil Symposium presents an integrated approach to health and wellness
On Friday, October 26, 2007, internationally renowned mind and body medical experts and famed authors Larry Dossey, MD, and Barbara Dossey, PhD, will speak on "Recovering the Soul: The Role of Spirituality in Medicine," and "The Healing Environment: What do we mean?" at the first Edward R. Heil Symposium at University of Detroit Mercy, 4001 W. McNichols, Detroit.
This half-day conference is geared toward the special interests of physicians, nurses, clergy and spiritual care providers, social workers, residents and healthcare students. The symposium begins at 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and is approved for CME and CEU accredited hours.
Both authors will discuss how healing is promoted by tending to the delicate interaction of body, mind and spirit, and how centuries-old concepts can be successfully applied in the care of patients and everyday living.
"I wanted to organize a symposium dedicated to my husband, Dr. Edward R. Heil (1932-2001), whose life's work involved providing outstanding compassionate patient care," says Rhea Heil, founder of the Heil Symposium. "The Symposium's theme reflects Ed's approach to medicine with the caring dedication to integrated health, combined with my spiritual tolerance and diversity awareness."
This symposium offers four breakout sessions:
- • Healing Body, Mind and Spirit: Interventions for Healthcare Providers
- • The Importance of Hope in Healing: The Importance of Spirituality in Recovery
- • Appreciative Presence: Using Touch to Support the Body, Mind and Spirit
- • Spiritual Assessment: An Interdisciplinary Approach
Registration fee for the Symposium is $60 and includes continental breakfast and lunch. There is a discounted registration fee of $10 for students to attend the conference only.
Release date: October 09, 2007
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