Dr. Gilles Lapointe
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Take a doctor who can sing, add a wild sense of humour and the ability to see things from a bizarre point of view and you have Doctor Gilles Lapointe. Dr. Lapointe graduated from Laval Medical School in 1974, and is a member of the Professional Corporation of Medical Doctors of the Province of Quebec.
Dr. Gilles Lapointe focuses on the importance of attitude in life. In his hilarious presentation, he helps individuals cope with stress by introducing the 7 laws of success. Strategies for handling tough days, self-image, simplicity in life, dignity and human pride are addressed in his humorous, yet insightful presentations.
As host of the popular daily television show, "Allo Docteur", on Canal Vie, Dr. Lapointe became well known for his hilarious presentations on healthy living and coping with stress. He is fluently bilingual, an accomplished musician and extremely entertaining — his keynotes bring audiences to their feet and tears of laughter to their eyes.
Dr. Lapointe believes in the "whole-person" concept of healthier living and that our physical health is entirely dependent upon our mental and emotional heath.
He is particularly interested in sports, stress and the quest for a better lifestyle. Since 1981, through his lectures in Canada, the United States and Europe, Dr. Lapointe has been pursuing his goal to make people aware that life is fun!
He is the author of the best-selling book Docteur, Aidez-Moi! (Doctor, I need help) and has produced 2 videocassette series on health — Savoir Produire sans se Detruire (Being Productive Not Destructive) and Le Succes par la Sante (Success Through Health). He has lectured across Canada, in both French and English, to judges and attorneys, sales representatives, civil servants and medical practitioners, to name a few. Dr. Lapointe is an outstanding addition to any conference.
Biography
Doctor Gilles Lapointe graduated from Laval Medical School in 1974, and is a member of the Professional Corporation of Medical Doctors of the Province of Quebec.
From 1989 to 1992, as host of his own television show "Gilles Lapointe, m.d." on the TVA network, he rapidly acquired credibility and notoriety amongst the public. His work was recognized by the "Métrostar" trophy he received in 1990, and by his nomination for the same award in 1991 in the category of "Public Service Programs."
Host of a weekly medical show in the province of Quebec on Vox network: "Doc Lapointe"
Daily Health chronicle on Montreal FM 98.5 with Paul Arcand.
Appears regularly as a medical consultant on 4-Season Network in the province of Quebec.
Spokesperson for the Prevention of Breast Cancer in Quebec.
His knowledge and his facility to communicate led him to co-host the "Children's Network telethon" from 1990 to 1995. Since 1989, he has been host of the "Info Cancer Telethon" (Eastern Quebec) in Rimouski.
He was also health columnist for the magazine "7 jours" (1989-1992) and for the Quebec newspaper "Le Soleil" (1990-1996). For the past fifteen years, he has been a regular participant in radio and television programs.
He was honorary president of the Quebec Heart Foundation from (1992 to 1994).
Doctor Gilles Lapointe is a general practitioner and a physician, member of the Medical Board of Laval Hospital, and of the American Institute of Sports Medicine.
He is particularly interested by sports, stress and by the quest of a better lifestyle. Since 1981, through his lectures throughout Canada, the United States and even Europe. Dr. Lapointe has been pursuing his goal that is to make people aware that health is life.
In March 1995, he published his first book entitled "Docteur, aidez-moi." ("Doctor, please help me") (Best-seller). Over twenty thousand copies have already been sold. He is also the author of two videocassettes. "Le succés par la santé" and "Savoir produire sans se détruir" (French only).
Programs
Dr. Lapointe's key messages will help you maintain your physical and mental health in this period of rapid change. Competing against one another as the world continues to change faster and faster is one thing that leads to stress. It is critical for people to understand and seek win-win situations. Dr. Lapointe will offer strategies to help reduce the stress we all deal with daily. Learn about the Health Molecule, consisting of such elements as relaxation, health, satisfying work, fitness and family. His highly energetic, animated style and use of humour makes presentation enjoyable for all.
Program Topics
Positive attitude — the importance of attitude in life
The "whole person" concept
Motivation
Burn-Out syndrome
Prevention of Cardio-Vascular disease
Older but healthier
How to calm everyday pressures
A quest for a balanced life
Dignity and human pride
Stress management
Menopause
Prevention of disease
Obesity and self-image
Being productive, not destructive
The health molecule
Simplify your life
Coping with difficulties
How to cope with worry
7 laws of success — handling the tough days
Distress vs performance is sales
Energy — the fuel of excellence
Achieving wellness
Coping with stress and changes
Objectives of Dr. Lapointe's programs:
Prevention
Healthier lifestyle
Healthy people = healthy society
Healthy people = healthy company
Health = Life = Love, Work and Discipline
Build energy to be a better producer
Provide people with ways to cope with everyday hassles
Be able to bounce back when faced with difficult situations
Show people that discipline& motivation are the cornerstones of success
