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Leah is passionate about education. Her own, as well as contributing to the further education of others. Along with completing her PhD, she presents at seminars and conferences, provides supervision and training for other professionals and contributes to academic journals.
new publication
Advanced Clinical Naturopathic Medicine
by Leah Hechtman
new publication
Advanced Clinical Naturopathic Medicine
by Leah Hechtman
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Online Learning
INVIVO EDUCATION ; THE REPRODUCTIVE MICROBIOME
Join us for a 6 week 12 hour CPD online education course with Leah Hechtman, ND. More than ever before, the health of the reproductive microbiome is a platform with which to base all fertility treatment.
CONTENTS
This course contains 12 videos.
EXPIRY
Expires 720 days after purchase.
Seminars & Presentations
In 2020, Leah is due to speak at a number of conferences and seminars in Australia and overseas. Information and booking details will be displayed here as they become available.
New date: 14/2/21. The Menopause Symposium will provide a unique opportunity for practitioners to understand the physiology of the menopause transition and its impact on women’s physical and psychological health, and the ways in which natural, allopathic and allied health modalities can support that transition.
We are delighted to be hosting the first NHAA National Symposium in May 2021, to now be held biennially, bringing together in one location students, practitioners, industry professionals and some of Australia’s pre-eminent and most experienced national experts on naturopathic and Western herbal medicine. Our symposium theme – SUSTAINABILITY. FUTURE. GROWTH We are excited to announce that the 2021 event will be held at the Southern Cross University Gold Coast Campus in Coolangatta, QLD from May 1st – 2nd.
Previous events
Seminars & Presentations
In 2020, Leah is due to speak at a number of conferences and seminars in Australia and overseas. Information and booking details will be displayed here as they become available.
New date: 14/2/21. The Menopause Symposium will provide a unique opportunity for practitioners to understand the physiology of the menopause transition and its impact on women’s physical and psychological health, and the ways in which natural, allopathic and allied health modalities can support that transition.
We are delighted to be hosting the first NHAA National Symposium in May 2021, to now be held biennially, bringing together in one location students, practitioners, industry professionals and some of Australia’s pre-eminent and most experienced national experts on naturopathic and Western herbal medicine. Our symposium theme – SUSTAINABILITY. FUTURE. GROWTH We are excited to announce that the 2021 event will be held at the Southern Cross University Gold Coast Campus in Coolangatta, QLD from May 1st – 2nd.
Previous events
“The role of the Naturopath is to educate and to empower individuals to reclaim their true state of health. At a time when modern technology, environmental pollution, poor diet, and stress play a significant role in the degradation of health, a Naturopath’s ability to apply natural methods of healing is of considerable importance.”
Supervision & Training
Leah Hechtman provides supervision for other Practitioners throughout the country and overseas to support their success in their practice.
The process covers all relevant areas including:
- Business development
- Patient care
- Clinical training
- Skills development
- Practitioner development
Her supervision sessions are eligible to be claimed for Continuing Professional Education (CPE) points for practitioner’s relevant Association requirements. Please contact her for specific details.
Publications
Leah contributes to a number of texts, journals and other professional literature on a regular basis. She enjoys researching and staying abreast of the latest information and above all, contributing to academic material. Please find below a number of her more recent contributions.
Advanced Clinical Naturopathic Medicine
Released in June 2020, Advanced Clinical Naturopathic Medicine 1e by Leah Hechtman engages the reader and evolves their knowledge and understanding from the fundamental Clinical Naturopathic Medicine to a more specialised focus. It concentrates on advanced topics commonly encountered in clinical practice, including new advancements and cutting-edge research, as well as foundational aspects of clinical practice. Read more…

Clinical Naturopathic Medicine, 2nd Edition
Written by Leah Hechtman, Clinical Naturopathic Medicine is a foundation clinical text integrating the holistic traditional principles of naturopathic philosophy with the scientific rigour of evidence-based medicine (EBM) to support contemporary practices and principles. Read more…
Advanced Clinical Naturopathic Medicine and Clinical Naturopathic Medicine, 2nd Edition – 2 Book Pack
10% off when you buy the 2 books together.
Textbook of Natural Medicine (5th Edition)
Leah was privileged to be selected to author the female fertility chapter and co-author the male infertility chapter with Dr Michael Murray of this Internationally renowned text.

Herbs and Natural Supplements (4th Edition) – An evidenced based guide
Leah was fortunate to update the Pregnancy chapter she had previously authored with Emily Bradley. Additionally, she contributed and updated a number of monographs.

Advancing Medicine with Food and Nutrients (2nd Edition)
Leah co-authored the male fertility chapter with Dr Roger Bilica of this popular text.

Nutrition, Fertility, and Human Reproductive Function
Together with the leading reproductive and fertility specialists from around the world, Leah co-authored the chapter ‘Naturopathic Treatments for Infertility and Reproductive Disorders’ with Dr Joseph Pizzorno in this recently released text.