Next patient event date: The event is postponed because of the global situation with the coronavirus.
Patient event venue: Bøkevangen Gjestegård, Norway

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What is the goal of the program?
The goal of the program is to restore your health with medical assistance in a patient-friendly setting and to make sure the protocol is well understood to be able to properly follow it once back home. The setting of the program will allow you to rest in the beautiful surrounding, meet new people starting the same diet therapy and get all the medical support you need in the first phase of rehabilitation.

Who is this program for?
The program is for all those patients with health conditions that require close supervision or an inpatient setting while introducing a new diet therapy. It is also suitable for those people who want to start their diet therapy in the right way from the very beginning or those who are already on their diet and want to learn more about it.

How is the program organized?
Two delicious paleolithic ketogenic meals will be provided every day: breakfast and dinner. Your measurements such as blood glucose, ketones, blood pressure and weight will be taken twice every day before meals along with keeping track of your symptoms. In the case of diabetic patients, there may be more than two measurements daily. Everyday there will be presentations and group talks that will cover the science behind the paleolithic ketogenic diet, intestinal permeability and diseases. You will have daily education to learn kitchen techniques, recipes and the basics of a lifestyle that will ensure your recovery and long term health. There will be an individual medical consultation at least every second day or more frequently if needed. During the day a physician will be always available in case needed. Outside the daily program, you can do small excursions during the day. If you plan to stay away from the facilities for more than 3 hours, please let us know in advance.

A typical day
08:30-08:40 Morning measurements (blood glucose, ketones, blood pressure, weight, quick questions)
09:30-10:30 Breakfast
11:30-13:30 Presentation with a break
13:30-17:00 Free time
17:00-17:30 Electrocardiogram (ECG) exam
17:30-18:00 Individual medical consultation
18:00-18:10 Evening measurements
18:30-19:30 Dinner

The medical work
The medical team will first analyze your medical records and make sure that your diagnosis is correct to be able to create a precise recovery plan for your case. In addition to daily measurements we perform an ultrasound, and an electrocardiogram (ECG) to gain up-to-date objective information about your condition. We will analyze your measurements, diagnostical findings, and your condition throughout the days of your stay at the event. During the individual consultations we will discuss your medical situation and help you through the dietary transition. In severe diseases we assist you in setting up a plan for the future and help you decide among different therapeutic options (for example: surgery, chemotherapy, biological therapy) and follow-up diagnostics to keep the disease under control. It is important to be aware that your current medication may be hindering the recovery.

What diagnostics are included in the price of the program?
- A 3-regions ultrasound examination (neck, abdomen, pelvis)
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- PEG400 test for measuring intestinal permeability
The cost of the ultrasound, ECG and the PEG400 test is included in the cost of the program. If needed, ECG will be repeated multiple times during the program without any additional cost.

What is the essence of this treatment method?
ICMNI treatment method is based on the paleolithic ketogenic diet (PKD), which is a nutritional therapy created by our medical team, based on clinical evidence and clinical experience with thousands of patients. Although the roots of this method can be found in the scientific literature, currently there are no other medical groups using this therapy or having clinical experience in its use to treat chronic diseases. ICMNI’s work and results have been published in international medical journals and presented at medical conferences. We have to specify that the method we use is scientifically based and that we do not use any naturopathy or alternative medicine methods. We do not sell snake oils or practice unscientific methods.

What is the difference between the ”My recovery” program and the standard health care?
Experience tells us that if you follow the conventional health care system, you won’t get much results as they only preserve diseases. If you choose a private health care service you may encounter better conditions but the effectivity of the treatment will be as low as in the conventional health care because they both use the same standard methodology. We offer much more. In our program, patients can achieve full recovery in most of the cases. Typically, we can observe the first positive changes happening during the program and in some cases, even a full recovery has been achieved. We do not rely on the use of drugs or device-based interventions, therefore our method - if well accomplished - is associated with no risks. In addition to an efficient treatment, we ensure a friendly environment that will make your stay more pleasant.

What diseases do we treat?
Below you can read an extensive, though not a full list of the diseases we treat:

• Metabolic Syndrome Conditions
Diabetes
Obesity
Hypertension

• Autoimmune diseases
Autoimmune thyroiditis (Hashimoto's thyroiditis),
Crohn's disease
Ulcerative colitis
Eczema
Psoriasis
Rheumatoid arthritis,
Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
Immune Hepatitis
Lupus
Sarcoidosis
Scleroderma
Multiple sclerosis
Wegener's granulomatosis and other granulomatoses
Myasthenia gravis
Pernicious anemia
Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM)
LADA Diabetes
Autoimmune Encephalitis
Anemia perniciosa
Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)
Aplastic anemia
Temporal arteritis
Celiac disease
Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS)
Hashimoto's thyroiditis
Graves' disease
Myasthenia gravis
Pemphigus vulgaris
Primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC)
Sjogren's syndrome
Multiple sclerosis
Ankylosing spondylitis (Bechterew's disease)
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Wegener's granulomatosis
Lichen planus
Alopecia universalis
Behcet's disease
Neuromyotonia

• Cancers
Rectal cancer
Colon cancer
Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
Chronic lymphoid leukemia
Acute lymphoid leukemia
Renal cancer
Liver cancer
Brain cancer
Melanoma
Breast Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Lung Cancer
Bronchial cancer
Larynx cancer
Pancreatic Tumor
Biliary tumors
Esophagus cancer
Prostate cancer

• Other Conditions
Sleep apnea
ALS
PCOS syndrome
Male infertility
Transient global amnesia
Pickwick syndrome
Toxicosis of pregnancy
Gestational diabetes
Coronary bypass surgery
Paranoid schizophrenia
Panic Disorder
Gingivitis
Hyperactivity, ADHD
Autism
Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)
Migraine
Allergy
Reflux
Breast and ovary cysts
Epilepsy
Prostate enlargement
Depression
Anxiety

What is our admission policy?
We cannot accept applications from patients having acute conditions that may require immediate exploration or intervention such as hospitalization, surgery, or emergency care. We also cannot accept patients without a complete or up-to-date medical records. Whether the medical documentation is complete or up-to-date is at the discretion of our physicians.

Where is the program located?
The program is located at Bøkevangen Gjestegård, 20 km from the train station in Halden and 183 km from Gardermoen Airport. Transport can be arranged from Halden to Bøkevangen. Link to Bøkevangen on Google Maps

What to expect after the inpatient stay?
After the stay, you can receive a close follow-up if needed. This can be a follow-up of two weeks and/or regular control consultations. You can book these services here.

How can I inquire more about ”My recovery” program?
You can inquire about the program by sending an email to: paleomedicina@gmail.com
Concrete questions regarding your specific case can only be answered after having seen your medical records. When applying for the program we will ask you to send us your medical records in advance. In case of not receiving the records, we will not be able to provide any detailed information.

What is the cost of the program?
The cost of the program is 2750 EUR. It includes full medical service (presentations, individual medical consultations, one PEG400 test, ultrasound and electrocardiogram exam), accommodation, and all the paleolithic ketogenic meals. To book your space, a non-refundable 250 EUR deposit is required. You can make the payment by clicking here. The second payment of 2500 EUR is due at least 21 days prior to the start date of the program. This second and last payment can be done here. Whether the expenses of the program are refundable or not by your private health insurance depends on the kind of contract you have with them. The program does not include airfares or land transfers.

What do I have to do if I would like to join the program?
First, step would be to pay a deposit of EUR 250 to secure your space. You can make this payment by clicking here. After having done this first step, you have to send an email to paleomedicina@gmail.com with the following information:
• your scanned medical documents
• a list of medicines and / or supplements you are taking
• your current weight / height
• the actual diet you are on at the moment
If you need a new laboratory bloodwork done, we will send you a list of parameters that are needed. You can do the bloodwork privately or go through your GP. We are ready to assist you in choosing the necessary diagnostic tests before starting the program. The last step to fully confirm your participation in the program is to make the final payment of € 2500 at least 21 days before the start date of the program.

Payment applies to the next patient event (29 May - 04 June, 2020) organized at Bokevangen, Norway only.
Payment cannot be transferred to the next patient event. (If you are interested in taking part in the next patient event organized in Kehidakustány, Hungary, please click here.)

Cancellation policy for patients
It is your responsibility to read and understand our cancellation policy before making a reservation. Please note that if you cancel your participation in the program for any reason, the cancellation policy below will apply, with no exceptions.
• If you cancel 21 days or more before your scheduled arrival, the total cost, minus the 250 EUR deposit, will be refunded.
• If you cancel between 20 days and 24hrs before your scheduled arrival, the 30% of the 2500 EUR (the total cost minus the 250 EUR deposit) will be refunded.
• If you cancel less than 24hrs before your scheduled arrival or during your stay, no refund will be issued.

Can I join a program with a family member or a friend?
Yes. If someone would like to accompany you and is not interested in participating in the full program, he / she will only have to pay 800 EUR. This fee will include accommodation, meals and participation at the presentations. First step would be to pay a deposit of 250 EUR to secure the space as an accompanying person. He/she can make the payment by clicking here. After having done this first step, to fully confirm the participation in the program, he /she will need to make the final payment of 550 EUR at least 21 days before the start date of the program. A patient can be accompanied by a maximum of three persons, either family members or friends. Only PKD (paleolithic ketogenic diet) type of menu will be served during the stay. No exceptions will be done for the accompanying person, he/she is supposed be eat the PKD menu with all the participants. If an accompanying person would like to have the ultrasound exam (covering the 3 regions) it can be done at a cost of 155 EUR. If an accompanying person would like to perform the intestinal permeability test (PEG400 test) it can be done at a cost of 155 EUR.
The patient participant that attends the event with one accompanying person will share one room with two beds. If the patient participant attends the event with more than one accompanying person, the room type will be assigned by the facility based on its availability at the time of the application.

Cancellation policy for the accompanying person
It is your responsibility to read and understand our cancellation policy before making a reservation. Please note that if you cancel your participation in the program for any reason, the cancellation policy below will apply, with no exceptions.
• If you cancel 21 days or more before your scheduled arrival, the total cost, minus the EUR 250 deposit, will be refunded.
• If you cancel between 20 days and 24hrs before your scheduled arrival, the 30% of the 550 EUR (the total cost minus the 250 EUR deposit) will be refunded.
• If you cancel less than 24hrs before your scheduled arrival or during your stay, no refund will be issued.

What kind of meals do we serve in the program?
All meals are simple, nutritious and satiating. We guarantee high quality paleolithic ketogenic dishes prepared with the best meats and eggs available without additives such as nitrates and nitrites. All meals will be prepared with care and contain the perfect fat to protein ratio.

Religious food choices
In the program only one type of menu will be served. This may contain beef, pork, lamb and fish. There is no possibility to fulfill specific religious aspects in food choices.

Can children participate in the program?
Yes. In case of children, we will need a consent signed by both parents to enter the program. Children can participate in the program if they are accompanied by at least one parent.

What to expect after an inpatient stay?
After the stay, you can receive a close follow-up if needed. This can be a follow-up for two weeks and / or regular control consultations. You can book these services here.

How can I inquire about the program?
You can inquire about the program by sending an email to: paleomedicina@gmail.com
Concrete questions regarding your specific case can only be answered after having seen your medical records. When applying for the program we will ask you to send us your medical records in advance. In the case of not receiving the records, we will not be able to provide any detailed information.

When do I have to arrive?
The program will start with dinner on the 29th May. You are expected to arrive between 16:00h and 18:00h at the latest. You may arrive earlier on the same day but it is not possible to arrive the day before. The program will end on the 04th June, at 12:00h.

What are the local attractions worth visiting?
1. Fredriksten Fortress (17 km)
2. The City of Halden (20 km)
3. Strømstad (Swedish Coastal Town) (30 km)
4. Blomsholm (26 km)