Low Carb Foundations 1-Day Course
In-Person Course on Carbohydrate Reduction Therapies – for all health professionals
🗓 Date: Saturday, 26 July 2025 | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Abbotsford School, 350 Great N Rd, Abbotsford NSW 2046
🎟️ Early Bird Pricing Available Until April 30th!
🚀 Spaces are limited, so book now to secure your spot!
Course Presenters
Expert Speakers & Topics
Join industry-leading clinicians, researchers, and practitioners as they explore:
Dr Alex Petrushevski
Intro to Low Carb Medicine & the Carbohydrate-Insulin Model of Disease
Dr Liz Fraser
A Clinician’s Guide to MASLD (Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease)
Dietitian Samantha Stuk
How to Construct & Implement a Low Carb Dietary Approach (Talk & Workshop)
Dr Penny Figtree
Deprescribing Medications – Practical Tips
Dr Sanjeev Balakrishnan
Applying Low Carb Therapies for Mental Health Disorders
Dr Deepa Mahananda
Using Low Carb as a Treatment Option in PCOS and Uterine Fibroid Management
Dr Laureen Lawlor-Smith
Interpreting Cholesterol Panels and CVD Risk Assessment (Talk & Workshop)
Dr Ron Schweitzer
Type 2 Diabetes Reversal and Remission
Dr Karen Dwyer
Kidney Disease and Metabolic Health
Dr Helena Popovic
Could neuro-keto-therapeutics be a cure for Alzheimer’s and other dementias?
Workshops – ‘Health-Coaching Case Studies’:-
Linda Funnell-Milner
Chair of Board HCANZA
Sharon Curtain
CEO Accredited Health Coaches Australia (HCANZA Approved Program Provider) and Dietitian.
The full speaker lineup and event schedule will be released closer to the date! The afternoon workshops also to be confirmed soon.
** Please note speakers & topics are subject to change **
Don’t Miss Out!
Secure your spot now!
AMHS members receive a discount lower than the earlybird rate – join today!
We look forward to welcoming you for a day of learning, networking, and professional growth in a serene environment
Why Attend?
Join us for an immersive one-day course designed to help health professionals deepen their understanding and practical application of low-carb dietary approaches.✔️ Learn the science and research behind therapeutic carbohydrate reduction
✔️ Gain practical clinical skills with afternoon group breakout sessions & work through case studies
✔️ Engage in interactive Q&A sessions with experienced clinicians🌳 Imagine learning under the trees with fresh air and natural light!
💡 Expand your expertise, network with like-minded professionals, and enhance your practice.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for a wide range of health professionals, including:
🔹 Medical Practitioners – Doctors, specialists, and surgeons
🔹 Allied Health Professionals – Physiotherapists, occupational therapists, dietitians, speech pathologists, and more
🔹 Dental Practitioners – Dentists, dental hygienists, and dental therapists
🔹 Health Coaches & Public Health Experts – Those committed to promoting health and wellness
🔹 Science Graduates & Students – Individuals pursuing or holding a degree in health sciences
If you’re unsure whether this course is right for you, email us to confirm its relevance to your profession.
Venue Highlights
Accessibility: Fully accessible venue and restrooms – let us know if you have specific requirements.
Scenic Setting: Enjoy workshops in a tranquil, sunny outdoor area
Interactive Sessions: Engaging expert-led discussions and breakout spaces.
Getting There
By Bus: Take the 438 (express) or 504 from Circular Quay.
By Ferry: Travel to Abbotsford Ferry Terminal, then enjoy a 15-minute walk to arrive at the school
Accommodation: Nearby Airbnbs available in Inner west Sydney in suburbs such as Abbotsford, Five Dock, Drummoyne, Chiswick, or Rodd Point. Lots of hotel accommodation accessible by Ferry (Parramatta River to Circular Quay)