Moodle at CCNM

Original Date: August 20, 2021  The goal for this 5 part series is to explore the key components of skin health. This is a place to start for Naturopathic Doctor looking to integrate an aesthetics component into their practice.   Instructor: Dr. Rob Ayoup, ND Dr Rob Ayoup ND has worked to promote the rich benefits of Naturopathic Medicine to all those he has worked with. After achieving his BSc in Psychology from McGill University, this proud Montreal native travelled down the highway to attend The Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto. Graduating in 2002, and settling in the Toronto area, he has enjoyed a career filled with varied and unique ways of offering Naturopathic Medicine to the public.    Dr Ayoup has applied Naturopathic Medicine across multiple avenues. In addition to clinical practice, these include: working as a CCNM recruitment representative and teaching assistant; organizing and teaching various public CE courses at CCNM; being a Naturopathic consultant for one of Canada’s largest nation-wide Employee Assistance Programs; and has proudly penned a portfolio of published articles covering both general and retail-focused topics in natural medicine. Dr Ayoup is currently a contributing author for the Naturopathic Currents website.     The bridge into Naturopathic Aesthetics began soon after graduation. Upon completing additional training in Cosmetic Facial and Cellulite Acupuncture, Dr Ayoup soon found a strong interest in his patient population for less invasive and natural approaches to skin health and beauty. This was accelerated by the recognition that this realm of natural-based cosmetics and cosmetic techniques was underexplored in the Naturopathic field. As Dr Ayoup studied and integrated these therapies into his practice, he quickly realized how much Naturopathic therapies, and especially our approach, can offer in the arena of Aesthetics Medicine.  Working within various medical spa and fitness facilities has provided a wonderful opportunity to share Naturopathic Aesthetics with a wide population. Building on his passion for constant learning and teaching, Dr Ayoup is eager to educate his fellow NDs as to this exciting application of Naturopathic Medicine.    Course Outline (22 hours):      Application of naturopathic medicine to skin, health and beauty Approaches to managing facial skin aging  Assessment in naturopathic aesthetics Sun protection: from topicals to drinks from the tropics Supporting the skin barrier: a unique cosmeceutical dimension for primary & aesthetic Practices