Curriculum Vitae
Isaac Eliaz, MD, MS, LAc
Amitabha Medical Clinic & Healing Center
398 Tesconi Ct., Santa Rosa CA 95401, 707-542-5900
Amitabha Medical Clinic & Healing Center
398 Tesconi Ct., Santa Rosa CA 95401, 707-542-5900
Isaac Eliaz, MD, MS, LAc has been an expert in the field of integrative medicine since the early 1980s, with a focus on cancer, immune health, detoxification, and chronic conditions. He is a respected researcher, clinician, bestselling author, keynote speaker, and a life-long student and practitioner of meditation.
Dr. Eliaz is regarded as a leading authority in the field of galectin-3 research and the use of galectin-3 antagonists and related treatments for cancer and complex chronic conditions. A recipient of multiple NIH grants, Dr. Eliaz is currently developing a medical device for the removal of circulating galectin-3, proposed to provide a novel treatment for conditions such as sepsis, Acute Kidney Injury (AKI), and chronic kidney disease, for which no effective therapies exist. Preliminary research results suggest this device has broad clinical potential for the treatment of acute and chronic inflammatory and fibrotic conditions, as well as in cancer immunotherapy.
With 30+ years of clinical training and experience, Dr. Isaac Eliaz is a highly skilled practitioner with a unique, holistic approach to health and healing. His extensive background in diverse medical systems including Western medicine and translational research, Traditional Asian medicine, and complementary modalities, has earned him recognition as an expert innovator in the integrative treatment of complex, chronic conditions. In 2001, he founded Amitabha Medical Clinic in Santa Rosa, CA, where patients come from around the world to receive leading-edge, patient-centered treatment and care.
Through his work at Amitabha Clinic, Dr. Eliaz is recognized for pioneering the application of therapeutic apheresis in the management of cancer and inflammatory diseases in the US. As a leading authority on apheresis treatment, Dr. Eliaz has provided significant contributions and new applications to this field.
As part of his commitment to the advancement of integrative medicine, Dr. Eliaz partners with renowned research institutes including Harvard, Columbia, and others, to co-author peer-reviewed papers on therapies for immune enhancement, heavy metal toxicity, cancer prevention and treatment, and other areas. Many of Dr. Eliaz’s innovations have been validated in peer-reviewed literature, and he regularly lectures at international medical conferences and scientific meetings on the use of these and other therapies for cancer and chronic diseases.
| 1991 | Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine, American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, San Francisco, CA |
| 1988-1989 | Graduate studies in Clinical Herbology, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Faculty of Agriculture, External Division |
| 1987-1988 | Internship at Wolfson Hospital, Holon, Israel |
| 1986 | Doctor of Medicine, Sackler Medical School, Tel Aviv University, Israel |
| 1980-1986 | Full-time academic studies at Sackler Medical School |
| 2015 | University of Virginia – Summer Tibetan language intensive |
| 2011 | Fellowship in Integrative Cancer Therapies – The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine |
| 1997-1999 | Post Graduate Study in Chinese Language – Private Tutorial |
| 1997 | Elementary Chinese – University of California, Berkeley |
| 1995-2000 | Studies of the Ancient and Classical Texts of Chinese Medicine, Private Study Group, San Francisco, California |
| 1986-1988 | Chinese Medicine – Personal Tutorial with Dr. J. M. Eyssalet |
| 1986-1988 | Acupuncture, Tel Aviv, Israel |
| 1983-1985 | Shiatsu and Japanese Manipulation Therapy |
| 1983 | Yoga Teaching Certification Program, Bror Hail, Israel |
| 1974-1975 | Taekwondo, Black belt, Seoul, Korea |
| 2005 | Licensed Homeopathic Medical Physician, State of Arizona |
| 2000 | Licensed Physician, State of California |
| 2000 | U.S. Medical Licensing Examination, Part III, CA |
| 1999-2000 | U.S. Medical Residency in Family Practice Medicine, Modesto, CA |
| 1994-1995 | U.S. Medical Licensing Examination, Parts I and II, CA |
| 1992 | Licensed Acupuncturist, State of California |
| 1991 | Diplomat in Acupuncture, National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncturists |
| 1988 | Licensed Physician, Israel |
| 2001-Present | Private Practice in Integrative Medicine – Amitabha Medical Clinic and Healing Center, Santa Rosa, CA. |
| 2000-2001 | Private Practice in Medicine – Lucas Valley Clinic, San Rafael, CA. |
| 1997-1999 | Director of Lucas Valley Clinic, San Rafael, CA. Integrated treatment modalities including traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture, and nutrition. |
| 1993-1997 | Private Practice in Acupuncture – Preventive Medicine Center of Marin, San Rafael, CA |
| 1992-1993 | Private Practice in Acupuncture, Sonoma and Berkeley, CA |
| 1988-1999 | Private Practice in Medicine, Israel |
| 1989-present | Research and development of modified citrus pectin and other nutraceuticals and nutritional supplements, including preparations for prostate, cellular, immune, metabolic and other areas of health. Designed and implemented preclinical and clinical trials that evaluated the efficacy of these preparations. Research published in peer review journals, presented in multiple medical conferences, and written in peer review text books.Research collaborations include the following research and academic institutions: Harvard University/Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston University/Boston Medical Center/NIH, Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Columbia University, Hull University (UK), Johns Hopkins University, Mayo Clinic, MD Anderson Cancer Center, University of Texas, Meir Medical Center (Israel), Nanjing University (China), Technion-Israel Institute of Technology (Israel), Tel Aviv University (Israel), Tufts University, USDA-ARS, University of California, Davis, University of Groningen (Netherlands), University of Indiana, University of Kansas. A primary focus has been research and development of the plant-based galectin-3 inhibitor PectaSol-C-Modified Citrus Pectin (MCP). Dr. Eliaz is recognized internationally as a foremost expert on galectin-3 and the use of MCP in clinical practice. Over 40 scientific papers have been published evaluating the use of PectaSol-C, demonstrating its ability to inhibit inflammation and fibrosis in multiple organs and inhibit cancer proliferation, angiogenesis, adhesion and metastasis. Currently there are two active clinical trials in process evaluating the use of MCP in specific patient populations as follows: Effect of Modified Citrus Pectin on PSA Kinetics in Biochemical Relapsed PC With Serial Increases in PSA https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT01681823 Galectin-3 Blockade in Patients With High Blood Pressure https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT01960946 |
| 2012-present | Semi-annual Meditation and Healing retreats in Israel, 4-9 days each. Total of 1,500 participants. |
| Feb 2018 | Lecture: Meditative Minds – Open Heart: Enhancing Healing Capacity for Practitioners. Integrative Healthcare Symposium (IHS). New York, NY. |
| Feb 2018 | Lecture: Galectin-3, a Conductor in the Cancer Driving Orchestra: Its role in inflammation, fibrosis, metabolic pathways & immunity. Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians (OncANP.) Tempe, AZ. |
| Oct 2017 | Lecture: Addressing Galectin-3, the Conductor of Inflammation, Fibrosis, and Cancer. Nevada Homeopathic and Integrated Medical Association (NHIMA). Reno, NV. |
| May 2017 | Lecture: The Role of Galectin-3 Removal in Inflammatory and Fibrotic Diseases. The 11th International Society For Apheresis (ISFA) Congress. Copenhagen, Denmark. |
| Mar. 2017 | Lecture: Innovative Therapies and Compounds in the Treatment of Cancer. 11th Annual Complementary & Alternative Cancer Therapies Conference. West Palm Beach, FL. |
| Jan. 2017 | Webinar: In-Depth Detoxification: An Integrative Approach. Hosted by Better Health Publishing. |
| Nov. 2016 | Webinar: Innovative Approaches to Lyme Disease. Hosted by Better Health Publishing. |
| Nov. 2016 | Poster Presentation: Enhanced Effects of Artemisia annua Derivatives, International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) Conference, Philadelphia, PA. |
| Oct. 2016 | Webinar: Clinically Research Solution to Detox: Beyond Phase 1 & 2. Hosted by Better Health Publishing. |
| Sep. 2016 | Webinar: Optimizing Integrative Oncology: A Comprehensive Model for Individualized Cancer Treatment. Hosted by Better Health Publishing. |
| Sep. 2016 | Lecture: Galectin-3: A Master Modulator of Risk for Cardiovascular Disease, Cancer, Inflammation & Fibrosis. ACAM 2016. Tucson, AZ. |
| Sep. 2016 | Lecture: Modified Citrus Pectin In The Prevention, Control & Spread of Cancer. 44th Annual Cancer Convention, Cancer Control Society. Universal City, CA. |
| July 2016 | Webinar: Galectin-3: The Aging Biomarker. Hosted by Better Health Publishing. |
| May 2016 | Lecture: Optimizing Integrative Oncology: A Comprehensive Model for Individualized Treatment. 14th Annual International Integrative Oncology Conference. San Diego, CA. |
| Mar. 2016 | Lecture: Galectin-3 Removal by Apheresis: Significance and Clinical Applications. UCSD Frontiers in Apheresis. San Diego, CA. |
| Feb. 2016 | Lecture: Targeting Inflammation and Growth Factors in Cancer Treatment with Botanicals and Therapeutic Apheresis. 10th Annual Complementary & Alternative Cancer Therapies Conference. West Palm Beach, FL. |
| May 2015 | Lecture: An ex vivo Clinical Study Demonstrates Lipoprotein Apheresis Reduces Levels of Circulating Galectin-3. American Society for Apheresis (ASFA), San Antonio, TX. |
| May 2015 | Lecture: Apheresis Can Reduce Circulating Levels of the Cancer and Inflammation Promoting Factors Galectin-3 and Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor in Humans. International Society For Apheresis (ISFA). Cuncun, MX. |
| Nov. 2014 | Lecture: Smart Life Forum/Silicon Valley Health Institute, Palo Alto, CA. – Fighting Cancer Metastasis and Heavy Metal Toxicities with Modified Citrus Pectin. |
| Nov. 2014 | Workshop: Meditation and Healing Retreat, Yehiam, Israel. |
| Aug. 2014 | Lecture: Redwood Regional Oncology Center, Santa Rosa, CA – Principles of Integrative Oncology. |
| July 2014 | Workshop: Meditation, Transformation and Healing Retreat, Santa Rosa, CA. |
| Mar. 2014 | Workshop: Meditation and Healing Retreat, Emek Hefer, Israel. |
| Nov. 2013 | Keynote Address: 2013 NDO Naturopathic Conference Ontario, Canada. – A New Paradigm in Anti-Aging Medicine: Addressing Galectin-3 in Cancer and Chronic Disease. |
| July 2013 | Lecture: 2013 AANP Naturopathic Conference, Keystone, CO. – The Active Role of Biomarker Galectin-3 in Cancer, Heart Disease, Inflammation and Fibrosis. |
| Feb. 2013 | Lecture: 2013 OncANP Naturopathic Oncology Conference, Phoenix, AZ. – Honokiol Review. |
| Feb. 2013 | Workshop: Meditation, Transformation and Healing Retreat, Santa Rosa, CA. |
| Nov. 2012 | Webinar: Santa Rosa, CA. – Principles of Integrative Oncology. |
| Nov. 2012 | Webinar: Santa Rosa, CA. – How Your Gums Can Cause Cancer: Understanding the Oral/Systemic Connection. |
| Nov. 2012 | Workshop: Meditation, Transformation and Healing – Meditation Retreat Seminar, Tel Aviv, Israel. |
| Sept. 2012 | Workshop: Meditation, Transformation and Healing – Meditation Retreat Seminar, Santa Rosa, CA. |
| Aug. 2012 | Lecture: 244th ACS National Meeting & Exposition, Philadelphia, PA – Galectin-3 and the Role of Modified Citrus Pectin in Health and Disease. |
| Jun. 2012 | Lecture: Second International Congress on Complementary Oncology, Munich, Germany – Galectin-3 and the Role of Modified Citrus Pectin in Cancer and Beyond. |
| Jun. 2012 | Lecture: Second International Congress on Complementary Oncology, Munich, Germany – Integrative Approaches to Prostate Cancer. |
| April 2012 | The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) Fellowship in Integrative Cancer Therapies, Phoenix, AZ – Principles of Integrative Oncology: Evaluation of Cancer Risk, and Strategies for Prevention. |
| Feb. 2012 | Lecture: 2012 OncANP Naturopathic Oncology Conference, Phoenix, Arizona – Galectin-3 and the Role of Modified Citrus Pectin and Botanicals in Integrative Oncology. |
| Dec. 2011 | Keynote Address: A4M, 19th Annual World Congress on Anti-Aging Medicine & Regenerative Biomedical Technologies, Las Vegas, NV –A New Breakthrough on Modified Citrus Pectin and Galectin-3 and their Roles in Health and Illness. |
| Nov. 2011 | Lecture: Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors Convention 2011, Toronto, Canada – Modified Citrus Pectin and Polybotanicals – Integrative Breakthroughs in Cancer Treatment. |
| Nov. 2011 | Workshop: 8th International Conference of the Society for Integrative Oncology, Cleveland, OH – Meditation and Healing – Finding an Open Heart in Integrative Oncology. |
| Oct. 2011 | Lecture: Baden Baden Medical Conference, Baden Baden, Germany – Galectin-3 and the Role of Modified Citrus Pectin and Beyond. |
| Oct. 2011 | 16th World Congress on Advances in Oncology and 14th International Symposium on Molecular Medicine, Rhodes, Greece – Co-Chair: Molecular Oncology/Cancer Prevention Session– Integrative Medicine and the Role of Modified Citrus Pectin and Poly Botanicals in Cancer Treatment and Prevention. |
| Sept. 2011 | Lecture: 39th Annual Cancer Control Society Convention, Los Angeles, CA. Lecture: Modified Citrus Pectin in the Prevention, Control and Spread of Cancer. |
| Sept. 2011 | Keynote Address.2011 Tiger Lily Foundation 3rd Annual Young Women’s Breast Health Day on Capitol Hill and Congressional Reception, Washington, DC. |
| Sept. 2011 | Meditation Retreat Seminar, Petaluma, CA – Meditation, Transformation and Healing. |
| Sept. 2011 | A4M, Fellowship in Integrative Cancer Therapies, Dallas, TX – Meditation and Healing: Finding an Open Heart in Integrative Oncology. |
| June 2011 | A4M, Fellowship in Integrative Cancer Therapies, Las Vegas, NV- Integrative Approaches to Cancer Therapy. |
| March 2011 | A4M, Fellowship in Integrative Cancer Therapies, Boca Raton, FL- Integrative Approaches to Prostate Cancer. |
| Oct. 2010 | Jerusalem International Conference on Integrative Medicine, Jerusalem, Israel- The Role & Synergistic Effects of Modified Citrus Pectin & Poly Botanical Formulas in the Fight Against Cancer. |
| Oct. 2010 | Jerusalem International Conference on Integrative Medicine, Jerusalem, Israel- Integrative Approaches to Mediation and Healing. |
| Dec. 2010 | A4M, 18th Annual World Congress on Anti-Aging Medicine & Regenerative Biomedical Technologies, Las Vegas, NV- Integrative Approaches to Detoxification. |
| Dec. 2009 | A4M, 17th Annual World Congress on Anti-Aging Medicine & Regenerative Biomedical Technologies, Las Vegas, NV- Integrative Medicine in the prevention and treatment of Prostate Cancer. |
| Oct. 2007 | NANP, Rohnert Park, CA |
| April 2007 | Acupuncture & Integrative Medical College, Berkeley, CA. |
| Oct. 2006 | NANP, Rohnert Park, CA. |
| May 2006 | Health Medical Institute, Lafayette, CA. |
| April 2006 | Acupuncture & Integrative Medical College, Berkeley, CA |
| Aug. 2005 | American Academy of Naturopathic Physicians, Phoenix, AZ. |
| April 2005 | California State Oriental Medical Association Exposition, San Francisco, CA. |
| April 2005 | Heel, Santa Monica, CA. |
| Mar. 2005 | American Chemical Society, San Diego, CA. |
| Jan. 2005 | SCRIPPS, San Diego, CA. |
| Sept. 2004 | California State Oriental Medical Association Exposition, San Francisco, CA. |
| Aug. 2004 | American Chemical Society, Philadelphia, PA. |
| July, 2004 | American Naturopathic Medical Association, Las Vegas, NV. |
| May 2004 | Seminar: Integrative Medicine in the Treatment of Cancer. Five Branches Institute, Santa Cruz, CA. |
| Jan. 2004 | Seminar: Integrative Medicine in the Treatment of Cancer. Gerber Medical Clinic, Reno, NV. |
| Jan. 2004 | Seminar: Integrative Medicine in the Treatment of Cancer. Amitabha Clinic, Sebastopol, CA. |
| Nov. 2003 | Lecture: 2nd International Congress on Tibetan Medicine. In Pursuit of Partnership: Philosophy and Practical Applications for Integration, Washington DC. |
| Oct. 2003 | Seminar: Integrative Medicine in the Treatment of Cancer. Amitabha Clinic, Sebastopol, CA. |
| Oct. 2003 | 6th Annual Conference on Integrative Approaches to the Prevention & Treatment of Chronic Diseases & Aging, Nevada Homeopathic & Integrative Medicine Center, Las Vegas, NV. |
| Sept. 2003 | Seminar: Integrative Medicine in the Treatment of Cancer. Calgary, AB. Canada. |
| Aug. 2003 | Lecture: 31st Annual Cancer Convention, Modified Citrus Pectin in the Prevention, Control & Spread of Cancer, Cancer Control Society, Universal City, CA. |
| May 2003 | American College for Advanced Medicine, The Role of Modified Citrus Pectin in Treatment of Prostate Cancer, Washington D.C. |
| May 2003 | Lecture: Ayurvedic Conference in Berkeley, CA: TCM Perspective on Blood. |
| Sept. 2002 | Lecture: Integrative Medicine and Nutritional Updates in Prostate Cancer. Nevada Homeopathic & Integrative Medical Association Annual Conference, Lake Tahoe, NV. |
| Feb. 2002 | Lecture: Nutritional Updates in Immunity and Cancer. Orthomolecular Society Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA. |
| May 2001 | Lecture: Integrative Medicine in Prostate Cancer The American College of Advancement in Medicine Spring Conference. |
| May 1999 | Lecturer at the Society of Cosmetic Chemists, Annual Scientific Conference – Chicago IL. |
| Sept. 1997 | Lecturer at the American Cancer Society Prostrate Cancer Public Forum, San Diego, CA. |
| May 1997 | Co-Chair and Lecturer at symposium – A Comprehensive Approach to Prostate Cancer, University of California San Francisco. |
| 1996-1997 | Seminar Leader and Lecturer at North American and Israel seminar series on an integrated approach to the immune system and other topics in complementary medicine for physicians and health practitioners. |
| 1996-1998 | Lecturer at various conferences on cancer and immunity. |
| 1991-1992 | Director of one-year course in Traditional Chinese Medicine for Medical Doctors and Licensed Acupuncturists, Marin County, CA. |
| 1988-1989 | Creator and Director of the Alternative Medicine Project, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Faculty of Agriculture, External Division. |
| 1988-1989 | Member of General Teaching Committee; Member of Acupuncture Teaching Committee; designed syllabus, presented primary lectures and administered the examinations. |
| 1982-1989 | Director and Teacher for health professionals and public courses in shiatsu, yoga and yoga therapy. |
| Aug. 2018 | SBIR NIH NIGMS Phase I Grant Award Number R43GM130227. Phase I Project Title: Depleting Circulating Galectin-3 with Therapeutic Apheresis: A Novel Treatment for Sepsis/AKI. |
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CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
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Cancellation and refund policies are put in place to ensure the smooth operation of the retreat and to protect the interests of all participants. By making a reservation for this retreat, you acknowledge and agree to the following cancellation policy:
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DAY 1: WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 10TH
10:00AM-12:30PM – RETREAT OPENING & TEACHING
12:30PM-2:30PM – LUNCH BREAK
2:30PM-3:15PM – GUIDED HEALING
3:30PM-4:15PM – MOVEMENT CLASS
4:30PM-6:00PM – AFTERNOON TEACHING
6:00PM-6:30PM – SUNSET MEDITATION
6:45PM-8:00PM – DINNER
8:15PM-9:15PM – EVENING TEACHING
DAY 2: THURSDAY, SEPT. 11TH & DAY 3: FRIDAY, SEPT. 12TH
6:30AM-7:00AM – SUNRISE MEDITATION
7:00AM-8:00AM – MORNING TEACHING
8:15AM-9:00AM – BREAKFAST
9:15AM-10:00AM – MOVEMENT CLASS
10:00AM-12:30PM – TEACHING
12:30PM-2:30PM – LUNCH BREAK
2:30PM-3:30PM – HEALING SESSIONS
3:45PM-4:30PM – MOVEMENT CLASS
4:45PM-6:00PM – AFTERNOON TEACHING
6:00PM-6:30PM – SUNSET MEDITATION
6:45PM-8:00PM – DINNER
8:15PM-9:15PM – TEACHING & EVENING MEDITATION
DAY 4: SATURDAY, SEPT 13TH
6:30AM-7:00AM – SUNRISE MEDITATION
7:00AM-8:00AM – MORNING TEACHING
8:15AM-9:00AM – BREAKFAST
9:15AM-10:00AM – MOVEMENT CLASS
10:00AM-12:30PM – TEACHING
12:30PM-2:30PM – LUNCH BREAK
2:30PM-3:15PM – MOVEMENT CLASS
3:30PM-5:00PM – FINAL TEACHING & RETREAT CONCLUSION
*CHANGES MAY APPLY AND UPDATES WILL BE SHARED ACCORDINGLY
Payment plan consists of 3 installments and includes a $300 upcharge per registrant. The 1st installment is due upon purchase, the 2nd installment will be charged automatically to the card on file 30 days from initial payment and the 3rd installment will be changed 60 days from initial payment.
Payment Plan is available through June 1st.
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SINGLE OCCUPANCY
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Sunday, September 7th
Monday, September 8th
Saturday, September 13th
Sunday, September 14th
Daily Rate Ocean View Room: $499*
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Total Rate: $645.23
Room G.E.T. Tax 4.71% / Room T.A.T. Tax 13.25%
Fees Details
The daily resort experience fee of $48 plus tax includes self-parking, internet access, wellness & cultural classes, shuttle bus service, lei greeting, 1 branded reusable water bottle per registered guest, snorkle rental (one hour/day), and local & domestic long distance calls.