NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE OSHER CENTER FOR INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE PRESENTS AN EVENING WITH... INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE AND THE FUTURE OF HEALTH CARE

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1 EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE OSHER CENTER FOR INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE PRESENTS AN EVENING WITH... Andrew Weil, M.D. INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE AND THE FUTURE OF HEALTH CARE Andrew Weil, M.D. - World renowned leader and pioneer in the field of integrative medicine, a healing oriented approach to health care which encompasses body, mind, and spirit WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 4, 2015 FOUR SEASONS HOTEL CHICAGO

2 EVENT DETAILS WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 4, 2015 FOUR SEASONS HOTEL CHICAGO 6 PM RECEPTION 7 PM 9 PM DINNER AND PROGRAM EXPECTED ATTENDANCE 500 GUESTS BENEFIT CHAIRS TARA DEMARCO & KAREN MALKIN PHILANTHROPIC ADVISORY COUNCIL Jim Karas - CHAIR Featuring a custom menu from Susu Block Eric Cooper Tara DeMarco Laura Elsaden Laura Flynn Paul Heiselmann Judith Joy Joe LaManna Karen Malkin Diane Meagher Bruce Miller Elizabeth Pruett Brett Rentmeester Avanti Singh Kanwar Singh Cia Souleles Sharon Storm Lindsay Tilchen Aaron Underwood Molly Vaile Tracy Ward Meredith Wood-Prince Dr. Weil s newest cookbook, FAST FOOD, GOOD FOOD and his True Food Kitchen, opening in Chicago in Spring 2016

3 KEYNOTE SPEAKER: ANDREW WEIL, M.D. Andrew Weil was born in Philadelphia in 1942, received an A.B. degree in biology (botany) from Harvard in 1964 and an M.D. from Harvard Medical School in After completing a medical internship at Mt. Zion Hospital in San Francisco, he worked for a year with the National Institute of Mental Health, then wrote his first book, The Natural Mind. From , as a Fellow of the Institute of Current World Affairs, Dr. Weil traveled widely in North and South America and Africa collecting information on drug use in other cultures, medicinal plants, and alternative methods of treating disease. From he was on the research staff of the Harvard Botanical Museum and conducted investigations of medicinal and psychoactive plants. At present Dr. Weil is Director of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona, where he also holds the Lovell-Jones Endowed Chair in Integrative Rheumatology and is Clinical Professor of Medicine and Professor of Public Health. The Center is the leading effort in the world to develop a comprehensive curriculum in integrative medicine. Graduates serve as directors of integrative medicine programs throughout the United States. Through its Fellowship and Integrative Medicine in Residency curricula, the Center is now training doctors and nurse practitioners around the world. Dr. Weil is the editorial director of the popular website, Dr. Weil.com ( and appears in video programs featured on PBS. Dr. Weil is the founder and Chairman of the Weil Foundation, and the Chairman of Weil Lifestyle. He is also a founder and coowner of the growing group of True Food Kitchen restaurants. Dr. Weil writes a monthly column for Prevention magazine and the popular Dr. Andrew Weil s Self Healing monthly newsletter. A frequent lecturer and guest on talk shows, Dr. Weil is an internationally recognized expert on medicinal plants, alternative medicine, and the reform of medical education. He lives in Tucson, Arizona. Andrew Weil is the author of many scientific and popular articles and of 13 books, including his latest, True Food: Seasonal, Sustainable, Simple, Pure. Oxford University Press is currently producing the Weil Integrative Medicine Library, a series of volumes for clinicians in various medical specialties.

4 MELINDA RING, M.D., ASSISTANT CLINICAL PROFESSOR OF MEDICINE AND MEDICAL DIRECTOR OF NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE OSHER CENTER FOR INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE Dr. Melinda Ring serves as the Medical Director of Northwestern Medicine Osher Center of Integrative Medicine in Chicago, IL. While earning her medical degree and completing her residency at the University of Chicago, Dr. Ring s passion for complementary and integrative medicine evolved along with her holistic philosophy of needing to treat the whole person, physical, emotional, mental and spiritual, to achieve true health and healing. Following residency, she completed the Fellowship in Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona. She is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Integrative Medicine, and cares for patients with a wide variety of conditions and preventive health needs. In her roles at Northwestern, she oversees the clinical outpatient and inpatient programs, as well as medical student and resident education in Integrative Medicine. She leads a wonderful team of talented practitioners who work together to truly integrate the best of the world s medicine. This integrative approach facilitates healing and helps patients reach their goals for wellness with a greater sense of personal control. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at the Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine. Her expertise is reflected in her contribution to textbooks, lectures and research articles in the field of Women s Health and Integrative Medicine. In 2013 Rodale Books published her 1st book on integrative women s health, The Natural Menopause Solution. She serves on the executive committee of the Academic Consortium for Integrative Medicine and Health, a group of 61 highly esteemed national academic centers whose mission is to help transform medicine and healthcare through rigorous scientific studies, new models of clinical care, and innovative educational programs that integrate biomedicine, the complexity of human beings, the intrinsic nature of healing, and the rich diversity of therapeutic systems.

5 NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE OSHER CENTER FOR INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE The Osher Center for Integrative Medicine blends conventional medicine with complementary and integrative disciplines such as acupuncture, chiropractic medicine, bodywork, naturopathic medicine and mind-body medicine to help patients optimize their health and prevent chronic disease. The center focuses on providing innovative clinical care options, conducting research on integrative treatment approaches, and educating both the community and healthcare providers about integrative medicine to promote health and wellness. The Osher Center for Integrative Medicine is the premier integrative health resource in greater Chicago and as of 2014 one of only five institutions selected by the Bernard Osher Foundation to advance integrative medicine research, clinical treatment and education programs. Under the direction of Melinda Ring, M.D., assistant clinical professor of medicine and medical director of the center, the Osher clinical team consciously blends the very best of conventional medicine with evidence-based complementary medicine practices from around the world to deliver the highest quality, personalized health care. The Osher Center for Integrative Medicine also acts as the trusted resource for integrative medicine education for the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern Medicine, and the Chicagoland community. The center s research on the role of practices such as mindfulness meditation and acupuncture has been presented at international congresses.

6 NORTHWESTERN MEDICINE OSHER CENTER FOR INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE IN 2015, THE OSHER CENTER FOR INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE IS SEEKING $500,000 TO FUND NEW RESEARCH AND SERVICES THAT WILL ADVANCE THESE OBJECTIVES. PROCEEDS FROM THIS EVENT WILL DIRECTLY SUPPORT THESE AREAS: Clinical/Research Collaborations with Northwestern Medicine Departments Expanding existing collaborations with Northwestern Medicine s oncology, cardiology and women s health departments to include other divisions such as gastroenterology and psychiatry. Supporting pilot research studies into the use of complementary treatments such as acupuncture and dietary supplements to ease heartburn, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and a variety of other digestive and psychiatric conditions. General Integrative Medicine Research Demonstrating the unique and additive therapeutic roles of integrative medicine treatment approaches in fighting and preventing disease and promoting lifelong health and wellbeing. Focusing on traditions such as acupuncture, bodywork and life-force energy; nutraceuticals and functional integrative nutrition; and mindfulness strategies. Integrative Medicine Fellowship Nurturing the next generation of integrative medicine physicians at The Osher Center for Integrative Medicine by funding a one-year post-graduate fellowship for individuals who have completed a residency in familymedicine or internal medicine. Expanding the Osher Center faculty knowledgeable in holistic approaches to patient treatment, increasing access in both downtown and community locations to patients across socioeconomic groups. Community Initiatives Community Cares, a program that subsidizes integrative medicine services to financially needy Northwestern Medicine patients. Food as Medicine Health Day, a community event designed to raise awareness about the role of food in healing.

7 2015 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION (PLEASE CHECK): Optimal Health Sponsor at $50,000 each including: Two premier tables for up to 10 guests at the benefit Logo inclusion on the benefit invitation as a $50,000 sponsor (8/01/2015 deadline) Full-color, inside or back cover advertisement in the official program book Logo shown on video screens at event Verbal recognition at podium during benefit program A private Meet & Greet with Dr. Andrew Weil for your guests at the venue from 5:30 PM 6 PM on November 4, 2015 A complimentary on-site workplace workshop presented at your local place of business by staff of the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine, at a mutually agreed upon date and time Complimentary valet parking for you and your guests at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago True Food Sponsor at $25,000 each including: Two tables of 10 guests at the benefit Listing on the benefit invitation as a $25,000 sponsor (8/01/2015 deadline) Full-page, black and white advertisement in the official program book Recognition on video screens at the event Complimentary valet parking for you and your guests at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago Healthy Aging Sponsor at $15,000 each including: One table for 10 guests at the benefit A half-page, black and white advertisement in the official program book Recognition on video screens at the event Complimentary valet parking for you and your guests at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago Healthy Lifestyle Table Sponsor at $5,000 each including: One table for 10 guests at the benefit Listed as a sponsor in the official program book Individual seats are available at: $500 each

8 2015 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES continued NAME (AS IT WILL APPEAR IN PRINTED MATERIALS) TITLE ORGANIZATION ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP CODE PHONE FAX PLEASE CHARGE MY CREDIT CARD: O AMERICAN EXPRESS O DISCOVER O MASTERCARD O VISA AMOUNT TO BE CHARGED: $ CARD NUMBER: EXPIRATION DATE: NAME (AS IT APPEARS ON CARD): CARDHOLDER SIGNATURE: BILLING ADDRESS (IF DIFFERENT THAN ABOVE) CITY STATE ZIP CODE GIFT WILL BE MATCHED BY THE CORPORATE MATCHING GIFT PROGRAM OF: COMPANY NAME: LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE. PRIORITY WILL BE GIVEN ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVE BASIS WITH PREFERENCE FOR SPONSORSHIPS OF $5,000 OR HIGHER. PLEASE MAKE YOUR CHECK PAYABLE TO OSHER CENTER FOR INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE-NMF AND MAIL TO: Attn: Kristyn Eskridge Osher Center for Integrative Medicine Benefit Northwestern Memorial Foundation 251 East Huron, Galter Pavilion Suite Chicago, IL Questions? Call You may also fax this completed form to ; to keskridg@nm.org; or register on-line at A portion of your contribution, to the full extent of the law, is tax deductible and will be acknowledged by a written confirmation from Northwestern Memorial Foundation