Born and raised in the United States, after studying Medicine at the University of Genoa, I specialized in he graduated from Medicine & Health Sciences Founder, Educational Director and Professor of Holos Academy – Educational & Training Center (Switzerland) and President of the Swiss Clinical Aromatherapy Association (Switzerland) Consultant in Clinical Aromatherapy and Emotional Aromatheraoy for the Geriatric Center of the Luganese Hospital of Moncucco - Dr. Pio Eugenio Fontana and Geriatric Center at Felix Platter Hospital - Prof. Reto Kressig I worked as an assistant at Peking University during his specialization in Traditional Chinese Medicine and as an Associate Professor at the University of Siena where he taught Medical Informatics, Naturopathic Phlebolymhlogy and Vodder Technique.

Dr. Matina Chronopoulou was born in Sparta, Greece. Today, she is a practicing Naturopathic Doctor, Homeopath, Acupuncturist and Bioresonance Therapist. She has been involved in natural therapies since the late 1970s. Since 1995 she has been the director of the Center for Natural Medicine and Acupuncture in Athens, with an emphasis on physiotherapy, nutritional medicine, lifestyle modification, herbal medicine, homeopathy, acupuncture, flower essences and energy medicine. She practices private practice, lectures and teaches. Additionally, she specializes in educational workshops and seminars for professionals. She shares her knowledge about the traditional Mediterranean therapeutic diet, herbal walks and herbal retreats in the Greek countryside. She has presented scientific papers around the world and has regularly contributed articles to natural health journals, newspapers, television and radio talk shows for the past 25 years. Dr. Matina Chronopoulou is a columnist for the Huffington Post and Director of the Naturopathy and Complementary Medicine program and a member of the Board at Warnborough College Ireland.

Shozo Yanagida (Emeritus Professor of Osaka University since 2004) is a pioneer of molecular-structured solar cells, and now stay at the forefront with regards to density functional theory-based quantum chemisty molecular modeling of molecular aggregats. Now, he may be regarded as a molecular-structure chemist using density-functional theory. He presented a plenary lecture entitled “Carbon dioxide is by no means the cause of climate change, and solar radio radiation causes climate change. Forecast/Verification by Quantum Chemistry Molecular Modeling in a global conference. Many theoretical verification examples by molecular modeling can be found on the homepage of M3 Laboratory Co., Ltd. (https://www.m3lab.en/).

Dr. Kevin KF Ng, a distinguished pharmacologist, made groundbreaking contributions to the field, including discovering the adrenergic neuron-blocking action of emetine and the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) in the lung. He collaborated with Nobel Laureate Sir John R. Vane and developed an ACE inhibitor from snake venom. After a successful academic career, including over 150 clinical trials, Dr. Ng shifted his focus to "Food as Medicine," emphasizing phytochemicals and boswellic acids to complement traditional pain management

Dr. Anise Tatiana Wheeler is a dedicated healthcare professional specializing in the management of anxiety, pain, and migraines through integrative approaches that emphasize the role of vitamins and nutrition. Currently, she practices at Stanford Health Care, where she provides compassionate care to patients dealing with chronic pain conditions. Prior to her tenure at Stanford, Dr. Wheeler honed her expertise over 11 years at Johns Hopkins University, focusing on corporate wellness initiatives. Her experience in corporate wellness has equipped her with unique insights into the intersection of mental health and organizational well-being, fostering a holistic approach to patient care. Dr. Wheeler holds a Bachelor of Nursing degree from Brigham Young University and a Master's in Nursing from San Francisco State University. She has also earned a post-master's certificate as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Additionally, Dr. Wheeler achieved a Doctorate in Nurse Leadership at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a Master's in Health System Management from Johns Hopkins University. Her commitment to empowering patients through evidence-based nutritional interventions and supportive coaching allows them to reclaim control over their health and enhance their overall quality of life. Dr. Wheeler's work exemplifies the effectiveness of blending functional medicine with traditional practices to address complex health challenges.

Allison Lubas is a Doctor of Acupuncture, Herbalist, and Certified Clinical hypnotherapist specializing in the formulation and creation of custom herbal medicines for complex and chronic conditions. She is the founder of Blessed Integrative Health in Orange County, California, providing comprehensive, home-based integrative care. Areas of clinical focus include complex and autoimmune conditions with neuropsychiatric and cutaneous features. Dr. Lubas is the author of “Emotional Virulence: Pathogenic Speech and Disease Complexes: A TCM Diagnostic Perspective on Wind” featured in the upcoming issue of Acupuncture Today, and a member of the American Physiological Society. Trained at Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, American University of Complementary Medicine, South Baylo University, and Pacific College of Health and Science, Dr. Lubas merges Traditional Chinese Medicine therapies, global herbalism, Clinical Hypnotherapy, functional medicine principles, and laboratory diagnostics to advance a pluralistic approach to integrative patient care.

Eleonora Medici Sarasvati is the Founder of Rifugio Corpo & Spirito – Yoga Center, Rapallo Liguria-Italy, She is a passionate Yoga teacher, Ayurvedic naturopath, and explorer of the inner world. Her over 30 year path has always been guided by the desire to unite body, mind, and spirit in harmony with nature and ancient wisdom. Her Yoga journey began as personal transformation and evolved into a life vocation. She holds many advanced international certifications including: • E-RYT (1550+ hours) – World Yoga Alliance • Certified Yoga Teacher Trainer and Yoga Therapy – World Yoga Alliance • Certified Meditation Teacher Trainer – World Yoga Alliance • Certified Yin Yoga Teacher Trainer – World Yoga Alliance • Yoga and Meditation Teacher Diploma – Ananda Ashram • Three-Year Yoga Teaching Diploma – Institute of Human Sciences, Rome • Continuous Education Trainer for World Yoga Alliance Her teaching combines Yoga Science with essential oils through her unique method, Yogarôme, emphasizing both its depth and emotional energy. Her teachings are intuitive, feminine, and transformative, embodying her journey. At Rifugio Corpo & Spirito, sacred spaces foster reconnection, healing, and alignment with one’s true essence. Her motto emphasizes that yoga is a way of being, shared with grace, compassion, and deep presence.

Dr. Cloe Couturier, a medical Qigong doctor (China) and certified osteopath (France, UK), is an advanced certified medical Qigong instructor, a certified Integrative Qigong Practitioner, and Craniosacral Diplomate. Developer of CranioSacralQigong®, she’s a published author with over 30 years of clinical practice in Palm Beach County, Florida. Awarded “Medical Qigong Master 23 by World Congress Integrative Health. Cloecouturier.com the developer of craniosacralqigong.com

Suzanne Riskin completed her MD from the University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine and residency training from the University of Miami, United States. She has been working as an Assistant Professor of the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (KPCOM), Nova Southeastern University (NSU), United States since 2019. She has published in reputed journals and has been serving as a journal editor at The Cureus Journal of Medical Science.

Dr. Chris Meletis is an educator, international author, and lecturer with over 33 years of clinical practice. His mission is “Changing the World’s Health One Person at a Time.” Dr. Meletis has authored 18 books and over 200 national scientific articles in journals, including those in PubMed. Dr. Meletis served as Dean of Naturopathic Medicine and Chief Medical Officer for seven years at the National College of Naturopathic Medicine (now the National University of Natural Medicine). The American Association of Naturopathic Physicians awarded him the Physician of the Year for his work helping the underprivileged and spearheading the creation of 16 free natural medicine healthcare clinics in the Portland metropolitan area of Oregon.

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Kim Windschauer, DACM, L.Ac., is a licensed acupuncturist and Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine specializing in integrative approaches to neuropathic pain, chronic pain, and functional neurological conditions. She is the founder of Acupuncture of West Florida, where her clinical work focuses on individualized, evidence-informed acupuncture protocols within a modern integrative healthcare setting. Dr. Windschauer has extensive experience treating complex pain conditions and collaborating within multidisciplinary care models.

Dr. Diane van der Vliet is a medical doctor and recognised expert in Acupuncture and Auricular Acupuncture, with a special focus on supportive care in oncology. Based in Lyon, France, she specialises in acupuncture and Chinese energetic techniques to help cancer patients manage treatment-related side effects and regain balance, energy, and quality of life. Dr van der Vliet has reinforced her expertise by a training in Clinical Oncology at the prestigious Gustave Roussy Institute in France. Her clinical expertise is enriched by a solid background in pharmaceutical research and global clinical trials, having served as Director of Clinical Development for over a decade. She has authored numerous scientific publications and regularly contributes to medical conferences and regulatory work. In addition to her clinical and scientific credentials, Dr van der Vliet is deeply committed to integrative, patient-centred care. She regularly leads group acupressure workshops at the Centre Ressource in Lyon, a supportive care centre for individuals living with or recovering from cancer. These workshops empower patients to use self-acupressure techniques to enhance vitality, reduce anxiety, and better manage common side effects of cancer treatments—promoting autonomy and well-being throughout the healing journey. At the 16ᵗʰ Global Webinar on Traditional and Integrative Medicine, Dr Van Der Vliet will share a comprehensive evidence-based review of acupuncture’s role in oncology supportive care, drawing on her dual expertise in Clinical Science and Acupuncture. Her work exemplifies the fusion of rigorous scientific inquiry with compassionate, integrative healing practices.

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Dr. Stine Ruge is a homeopathic practitioner based in Copenhagen, Denmark. She holds a Licentiate Degree in Homeopathy from the Centre for Homeopathic Education in London, UK. She runs an international online clinic specializing in obstetrics, birth trauma, and newborn care. In addition to her clinical work, she lectures at the International Forum for Promoting Homeopathy (IFPH) in Kerala, India, teaches homeopathic obstetrics at the Danish Doula School, and supervises homeopathy students while treating patients at the Riojen Outreach Clinic in Gambia. Dr. Stine Ruge is also the founder of Scandinavia's largest online membership community for mothers interested in homeopathic prescribing and co-hosts a Danish podcast exploring the intersection of homeopathy and midwifery. She lives in Copenhagen with her husband and their two daughters

Holly Rabbe began a healthcare career over 40 years ago. First by attending to the elderly as a nursing assistant. Then as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in an acute rehabilitation setting, educating patients and assisting in their recovery. Following a health crisis at age 28, she searched for answers to restore her health and found the healing power of herbs. She then studied CranioSacral Therapy (CST) through the Upledger Institute after seeing the profound effect it had on her second child's recovery after an auto accident. Completing through Advanced level CST, and going on to teach assisting CST. She has Advanced study through the Chikly Institute, in brain, lymph drainage and Heart Centered Therapy. She has been a support therapist and acupuncturist in many comprehensive therapy programs through integrative intentions. It was there she fell in love with acupuncture while volunteering at Integrative Intentions and have since completed her Bachelors in Science at Empire State College, Master's Level Diploma in acupuncture at the Eastern School of Acupuncture and Traditional Medicine and received her doctorate in acupuncture and herbal medicine (DAHM) from Daoist Traditions College of Medical Arts in NC. She is currently Licensed in Pennsylvania, and I am Nationally Certified by the NCBAHM as a Diplomate of Acupuncture

Amanda Frade-Barros is a Brazilian pharmacist-biochemist, clinical researcher, and specialist in Integrative Medicine. She earned her Master's degree in Clinical Analysis from the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of São Paulo (FCF-USP), followed by a PhD in Sciences (Immunogenetics) at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of São Paulo (FMUSP). She completed two postdoctoral fellowships in genetics, epigenetics, and biomarker research through collaborations between FMUSP and Aix-Marseille University, France. She is the Co-Founder of LUMO Life Sciences – Institute of Science and Technology, where she develops interdisciplinary research connecting life sciences, translational medicine, innovation, and evidence-based integrative health. With more than two decades of experience in biomedical research and patient care, Dr. Frade-Barros combines scientific investigation with clinical practice as an Integrative Clinical Pharmacist. Her work focuses on biomarkers, immunogenetics, clinical trials, photobiomodulation, Traditional Chinese Medicine, phytotherapy, aromatherapy, and complementary and integrative health approaches supported by scientific evidence. She has presented her research at international scientific meetings and is dedicated to building bridges between conventional biomedical science and integrative medicine to advance personalized, evidence-based healthcare.