Early in her hospice work, Judy came to realize that a successful hospice outcome depended as much, if not more so, on the condition of the patient’s spirit as it did on the condition of the patient’s body. She recognized that a healthy spirit could make the difference between a miserable death and a positive, meaningful end-of-life experience for both the patients and their loved ones.

Judy retired in 2002 to write Spirit Matters: How to Remain Fully Alive with a Life-
Limiting Illness, published by Tate Publishing & Enterprises, not only to pass on what she learned, which is vitally important to persons faced with a life-limiting illness, but also to fulfill her promise to many of her hospice patients that their stories would be told so that others would benefit from what they had learned.

For several years before her retirement, Judy was a guest lecturer for medical education programs at various local colleges and schools: Cleveland State University Bachelor of Science Nursing program, Cuyahoga Community College Nursing and Physician’s Assistant programs, and the Central School of Practical Nursing. She developed and, for many years, taught certified continuing education programs for nurses and social workers involved in hospice and home care. Subjects covered in these programs included: death and dying, symptom and pain management, feeding practices, and dealing with the end-of-life as a journey.

Judy has given community education talks (far to many to count) at churches, senior centers, libraries, support groups (Alzheimer families, cancer, respiratory, nursing home and independent living families), Stephen Ministries, high school death and dying classes, Rotary, Kiwanis, various clubs and to groups of physicians and their wives. She has delivered speeches on death and dying at a community forum atLorainCountyCommunity Collegeand at an annual faculty program atClevelandStateUniversity. She was selected to teach classes on dying at annual conferences inClevelandfor Presbyterian and Methodist church leaders. She was a speaker at the annual meeting of a statewide organization that promoted long-term care issues in Ohio.

Judy has appeared on television for interviews and also as a member of a local panel of experts following the Bill Moyers series on death and dying presented nationwide on public television. She did an exclusive hour-long segment with the host of a radio call-in program dealing with death and dying. She has given interviews and has written articles that were published in local newspapers. She was also interviewed for several articles in a northeastern Ohio nursing publication.

Judy is the past president of the North Coast Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association and has served on the Ohio Hospice Association Education Committee.

Topic Treated:  ADD – Myths, Misconceptions and Mastery

Dr. Joseph Annibali graduated magna cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania, where he was a Senatorial Scholar, and from which he received an Honors award for studies in Biological Chemistry.  He attended medical school at The Pennsylvania State University, graduating in 1982.  During medical school, he conducted research on calcium channel medications, presented this research nationally, and published several scientific papers on this work.  While completing his residency in psychiatry, also at The Pennsylvania State University, Dr. Annibali was named a Rock Sleyster Scholar in Psychiatry by the American Medical Association.  He was also named a John Frederick Steinman Fellow during his residency training.  During this time, Dr. Annibali published work on Tourette’s syndrome.  Dr. Annibali has been Board Certified in both general and geriatric psychiatry.

Dr. Annibali also completed psychoanalytic training at the Washington Psychoanalytic Institute, where he was president of the Candidate’s Organization.  He is currently on the faculty of the Washington Psychoanalytic Institute and on the faculty of the Modern Perspectives in Psychotherapy Training Program, where he was recognized as teacher of the year.  Dr. Annibali has taught a number of courses, including a neuroscience course for psychotherapists and professional writing seminars for mental health clinicians.  He has also served as Chairman of the Scientific Program Committee of the Washington Center for Psychoanalysis.  In addition, he served as a supervisor in the George Washington University Doctoral Psychology program.  Dr. Annibali is currently collaborating in research with George Mason University, where he is a faculty member in graduate programs in the Department of Molecular Neuroscience and in the School of Systems Biology.

Dr. Annibali has particular interests in ADD, developmental difficulties, the integration of psychotherapy and neuroscience, and in complementary and alternative treatment approaches.  He has written a number of book reviews and a few years ago he did newspaper and radio interviews in which he offered his perspective on the ending of the HBO television program The Sopranos.  In his free time, Dr. Annibali enjoys playing the guitar, learning French, and traveling.

Ray Solano has been a respected pharmacist for over 25 years.

Ray joined the People’s Pharmacy organization in 2001. With a Masters in Business, Ray successfully launched People’s

Pharmacy north Austin location in 2002.  Ray holds a degree in Pharmacy, and is a Board Certified Clinical Nutritionist.

Ray majored in Nuclear Pharmacy and is registered with the Nuclear Regulatory Association for the dispensing of

Radiopharmaceuticals.  Ray Solano is a 1979 graduate of Mercer Southern School of Pharmacy.

Ray does professional counseling with patients who take both prescription and complementary medicine.  Ray specializes in learning disorders, neurotransmitter function, detoxification, weight management, diabetes, hormone stabilization and oncology nutrition.  Ray also holds regular seminars on men’s health.

He works closely with parents and physicians to form topical formulations and injectables for autistic patients.

As a Co-Host for “Lets Get Healthy” on KIXL 970 AM radio, Ray answers callers health questions.  Ray is also a frequent Guest Host on, “The Patrick Timpone Show”, on KLBJ 590 AM.

Ray is a member of PCCA (Professional Compounding Centers of America), Texas Pharmaceutical Association, International Academy of Compounding Pharmacist and a Board Certified Clinical Nutritionist.

He has received extensive continuing education in the areas of Sterile Injectable Compounding, Weight Management, Nutritional Supplements, Natural Hormones, Veterinary Compounding,

Ray and his wife, Barbara, live in Austin with their 11-year-old daughter, Madison.  Barbara is a Professional Organizer.  Their two older children, Alexandria and Austin, both attend the University of Texas at Arlington.

• Licensed Pharmacist in Georgia and Texas
• Board Certified Clinical Nutritionist
• Completed Level I Pharm D. Program
• Licensed Nuclear Pharmacist
• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
• Master of Business Administration
• Community Pharmacy Practice
• Certified  Aseptic Compounding

Topics Covered: A Practical Guide to Overcoming Diabetes Naturally

Dennis is a California-licensed naturopathic doctor. He earned his medical degree from the National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Oregon.

“My goal as a naturopathic doctor and teacher is to assist patients in living to their fullest health potential, physically, psychologically, emotionally and spiritually. Preventing illness is the ultimate goal in naturopathy. However, when a person becomes out of balance and has a “dis-ease,” the first principle of naturopathic doctors is to do no harm – to utilize the most natural, non-toxic, and the least invasive therapies first. Another high priority for an ND is finding the underlying cause(s)of illness, not merely treating symptoms, therefore, hundreds of diagnostic and functional medical labs are available to help diagnose.”

In order for any treatment plan to work, it must be practical, easy to understand and implement, affordable, and most importantly, it must be prescribed and individualized for each patients’ needs. The only ideal treatment plan is one that patients will actually commit to using.

We are an innovative natural medicine clinic focusing on helping people of all ages improve the quality of their lives by optimizing their health, restoring vitality, and preventing and reversing disease – especially diabetes & other chronic illnesses that make it difficult for people to live their lives to their fullest potential.”

Dr. Godby is the founder and director of midtown-located Sacramento Naturopathic Medical Center/Diabetes Natural Path Center – a professional primary care natural medicine clinic committed to helping all people reach their full health potential – mind, body and spirit. Patients receive an individualized and practical treatment program that addresses the causes of the dis-eases and the obstacles to cure and stimulate the body’s healing using evidence-based, non-toxic therapies and specific preventative lifestyle changes for a healthier, more energetic and balanced life.

Dr. Godby also holds a Bachelor of Science in exercise physiology and nutrition. After receiving his M.A. in Theological Studies in 1990, Dr. Godby taught social justice and non-violence at the high school level for seven years, and has been a community activist since 1981. He is an avid runner, completing more than 40,000 lifetime miles, including a 3,006 mile run across the U.S. for peace in Central America in 1984-1985.

Sacramento Naturopathic Medical Center is located at 2530 J St., Suite 100, 95816. To schedule an appointment or free 15 minute consultation with Dr. Godby, call (916) 446-2591, or E-mailDrGodby@SacND.com. Web: www.SacND.com

Vicki Latham graduated in 1992 from Oklahoma University Health Science Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.  As a Board-Certified physician assistant, she has worked at several health centers and women’s clinics, including a ten year tenure serving as the Women’s Health Pratitioner at the Oklahoma State University Health Center, where she gained valuable experience attending to the unique medical needs (and challenges) of female college students.

She currently works with Associates of Medicine, headed by Dr. John Williams.

In addition to her medical pursuits, she is a teacher of dance and exercise, and was a professional ballet dancer in NYC (many, many years ago).  She is a teacher at heart, and loves to educate people on how to make good choices that will move them step by step closer to a healthier lifestyle, and a longer and more prosperous life.

She also works with the Waiora International Corporation, educating people all over the world on the benefits of detoxification and nutritional supplementation. Her focus is on pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, helping the next generation of children to become healthier and more “toxin – free” than their parents.

She is married to David Latham, a building contractor, and has four children and a step-daughter, and five amazing grandchildren.  Her exercise of choice is ballet, and she also loves to work in the garden and kayak.

Her retirement goal is to continue to do international medical mission work.

She works with formal and informal caregivers through her consulting business, Forget-Me-Not Consulting, LLC. As a gerontologist and dementia care specialist she specializes in aging issues, advocacy for older adults, adapting the environment, managing difficult behaviors with non-pharmacological approaches and provides in-service training and educational seminars. Vicky has a degree in Health Care Administration and two Masters Degrees: one in Health Professions Education and Gerontology and another in Family Studies and Human Services with a specialization in Gerontology.

She is nationally certified as an activity consultant through the NCCAP (National Certification Council for Activity Professionals).

“My goal as a naturopathic doctor and teacher is to assist patients in living to their fullest health potential, physically, psychologically, emotionally and spiritually. Preventing illness is the ultimate goal in naturopathy. However, when a person becomes out of balance and has a “dis-ease,” the first principle of naturopathic doctors is to do no harm – to utilize the most natural, non-toxic, and the least invasive therapies first. Another high priority for an ND is finding the underlying cause(s)of illness, not merely treating symptoms, therefore, hundreds of diagnostic and functional medical labs are available to help diagnose.”

In order for any treatment plan to work, it must be practical, easy to understand and implement, affordable, and most importantly, it must be prescribed and individualized for each patients’ needs. The only ideal treatment plan is one that patients will actually commit to using.

We are an innovative natural medicine clinic focusing on helping people of all ages improve the quality of their lives by optimizing their health, restoring vitality, and preventing and reversing disease – especially diabetes & other chronic illnesses that make it difficult for people to live their lives to their fullest potential.”

Dr. Godby is the founder and director of midtown-located Sacramento Naturopathic Medical Center/Diabetes Natural Path Center – a professional primary care natural medicine clinic committed to helping all people reach their full health potential – mind, body and spirit. Patients receive an individualized and practical treatment program that addresses the causes of the dis-eases and the obstacles to cure and stimulate the body’s healing using evidence-based, non-toxic therapies and specific preventative lifestyle changes for a healthier, more energetic and balanced life.

Dr. Godby also holds a Bachelor of Science in exercise physiology and nutrition. After receiving his M.A. in Theological Studies in 1990, Dr. Godby taught social justice and non-violence at the high school level for seven years, and has been a community activist since 1981. He is an avid runner, completing more than 40,000 lifetime miles, including a 3,006 mile run across the U.S. for peace in Central America in 1984-1985.

Sacramento Naturopathic Medical Center is located at 2530 J St., Suite 100, 95816. To schedule an appointment or free 15 minute consultation with Dr. Godby, call (916) 446-2591, or E-mailDrGodby@SacND.com. Web: www.SacND.com

• been honored with 14 major international awards for film making including the Chicago (Gold) and Houston (Silver) International Film Festivals.

• produced and directed over 40 television specials on motorcycling and motorsports, 15 home video tapes, two documentary feature films and more than two dozen television commercials and industrial films. His work has been seen on USA Network, TNN, ESPN, Turner Broadcasting, The BBC, Channel Five UK, ABC Sports, The History Channel, and various channels around the world.

• produced records for M.G.M., United Artists, A&M, Epic and Polydor including albums with Spencer Davis, Tim Weisberg, The Canadian Rock Theater and Sequoia.

• produced and hosted national radio programs with major entertainment celebrities including Paul McCartney, Tommy Smothers, Peter Fonda, Pete Townshend, Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, Grace Slick, and others.

• won the Silver and Gold Awards at the International Radio Programming Awards, New York, 1993 and 1995.

• won the Platinum “Best of Show” Award at the Aurora Awards 2005.

• written and continues to write feature articles for several nationally distributed special interest magazines and a regular column for Healthcare Weekly Review – an allopthic medical journal.