Delve into dermatology diseases with new approaches from conventional to complementary care.
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Anne Kennard is an obstetrician/gynecologist, integrative medicine physician, nutrition expert, herbalist and mom to a toddler. She is passionate about women's health in the body, mind, and spirit. She works as an OB/GYN and is the Director of Integrative Medicine and Physician Wellness Officer for Dignity Central Coast. She enjoys speaking and teaching on women's Integrative Medicine, Food as Medicine, and herbal medicine topics around the country, and her first book is expected in July 2019. Find her online at www.drannekennard.com and @dr_anne_kennard (IG) and @drannekennard (FB).

The gut microbiome touches every part of our body. Learn from 16 experts about the gut microbiome. Learn about Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medical approaches. Exclusive content with practical tips that you can use immediately.

This self-paced online interdisciplinary webinar series hosted by Anne Kennard, DO, FACOG and Raja Sivamani, MD MS AP covers topics such as an integrative approach to pregnancy and lactation, PCOS, bone health, hair thinning and loss, menstrual pain and endometriosis, Ayurvedic approaches to women's health, anti-inflammatory/functional foods and diets, and more!

Recordings and handouts from 2020 integrative dermatology symposium

This video lecture will explore clinical integrative approaches to common menstrual disorders, such as Dysmenorrhea, Ovulatory Dysfunction and PCOS, Premenstrual Syndrome, heavy menstrual bleeding, and Endometriosis.

Dr. Anne Kennard looks at various integrative approaches to pregnancy and postpartum care. Dr. Kennard will address micronutrient recommendations, considerations throughout the different trimesters, and cover topics ranging from galactogogues to partus preparators to prenatal supplements and more.

In this webinar, Dr. Kennard explores herbal medicine for women's health, including dysmenorrhea, irregular menstrual cycles, PMS, mastalgia, heavy menstrual bleeding, and menopause transition.


Iron deficiency is a common condition that is seen in women. This activity discusses the various stages of iron deficiency and the evidence behind different forms of iron for supplementation. This activity will also review foods that are rich in iron.

Embracing the cycle of life is an essential tenant in the Ayurvedic model of health and healing. With the impact of modern medical practices, the menopause timespan will have increasing prominence as our lifespan improves. This course will help clarify our understanding of the changes a woman’s body goes through.

Review of the pathogenesis and management of female patterned hair loss (FPHL).

Hair loss in menopausal women is a prevalent condition that can pose significant negative impacts on self-image and quality of life. The activity will summarize the pathophysiology as well as the evidence for new and emerging therapies for managing female pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia).

This course is designed to give you a beginning framework in which to understand common vulvar conditions and an approach to evaluation. Dermatologic conditions often first manifest on the vulva. Additionally, the vulva is a common site of inflammation and a thorough dermatologic approach can offer important clues to a woman’s overall health.

This series explores the evidence behind plant-based dietary patterns for the prevention and treatment of women’s health concerns. Topics include the benefits of plant-forward diets and their effects on reproductive, sexual, and gynecologic health.





