Speakers

Ricardo Ghelman

Ricardo Ghelman, PhD, is a key figure in integrative medicine in Brazil. As President of the 3rd WCTCIM and founder of CABSIN, he champions TCIM in pediatrics and oncology. With 44 publications, his work advances evidence-based integrative health policies and practices across the Americas.

Holger Cramer

Prof. Dr. Holger Cramer is a Full Professor at the University of Tübingen and Scientific Director at the Robert Bosch Center for Integrative Medicine. A leading voice in evidence-based TCIM and President of ISCMR, he is an ISI Highly Cited Researcher with over 350 PubMed-indexed papers.

Georg Seifert

Prof. Dr. med. Georg Seifert is Head of Integrative Oncology & Supportive Care at Charité. As a founding board member of the European Society for Integrative Medicine (ESIM), he coordinates EU projects on pediatric TCIM and has authored over 150 peer-reviewed articles, driving evidence-based integration.

Hiba Boujnah

Hiba Boujnah, DMD, MPH, is a Research Fellow at Charité's Integrative Oncology Group and a Project Manager for the European Society for Integrative Medicine (ESIM). Her work focuses on evidence-based TCIH policy analysis and she has co-authored key publications in journals like BMJ Global Health.

Iva Lloyd

Dr. Iva Lloyd is the CEO of the World Naturopathic Federation. A practicing naturopathic doctor since 2002, she is a global leader in TCIH, having participated in seven WHO working groups. She is also a recognized author, researcher, and advocate for evidence-based naturopathy.

Nina Fuller-Shavel

Dr. Nina Fuller-Shavel is an award-winning, Oxbridge-trained integrative medicine physician, scientist, and educator. As CEO of the UK's National Centre for Integrative Oncology (NCIO) and Director of Synthesis Clinic, she pioneers evidence-based integrative cancer care and women's health.

Motlalepula Gilbert Matsabisa

Motlalepula Gilbert Matsabisa is a Professor of Pharmacology and Director of Indigenous Knowledge Systems at the University of the Free State. He is a pivotal figure in integrating African Traditional Medicines into health systems, advising the WHO and SAHPRA on regulatory frameworks and leading BRICS research initiatives.

Caio Portella

Caio Portella, ND, PhD, is President of CABSIN and President of the World Naturopathic Federation. Work on international initiatives, focusing on evidence-based TCIM integration and policy development.

Jon Wardle

Professor Jon Wardle is a leading public health academic and the Foundation Director of the National Centre for Naturopathic Medicine at Southern Cross University. A Visiting Professor at Oxford, he has attracted over $35M in research funding and serves as Deputy Chair of the NHMRC's Natural Therapies WG.

Jianping Liu

Professor Jianping Liu is a leading authority in clinical epidemiology and Director of the Centre for Evidence-Based Chinese Medicine at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. A Chang Jiang Scholar and WHO advisor, he is dedicated to integrating traditional medicine with rigorous scientific validation.

Arman Zargaran

Arman Zargaran, PhD, is a leading Associate Professor at Tehran University of Medical Sciences. An expert in Traditional Pharmacy and medical history, he is ranked among the top 2% of most-cited scientists globally. His research focuses on scientifically validating traditional Persian medicine.

Myeong Soo Lee

Prof. Myeong Soo Lee is a principal researcher at the Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine with a PhD from Wonkwang University and international research experience at the University of Exeter. He has held adjunct positions in the UK and China, is Chair of G-I-N Asia, and leads Cochrane Complementary Medicine Korea. A founding member of the International Society of Complementary Medicine Research, he also serves on the editorial boards of over 30 SCI journals. Prof. Lee has authored more than 600 SCIE-indexed publications and is recognized among the top 2% of scientists worldwide, as well as one of the top three global CAM researchers by publication volume.

João Paulo Souza

João Paulo Souza is a Brazilian physician and scientist dedicated to global public health. As Director of BIREME/PAHO/WHO, he champions access to health information and co-leads the WHO Traditional Medicine Digital Library. A former Full Professor at USP, he has over 250 publications and an H-index >100.

Thomas Ostermann

Thomas Ostermann is a Professor for Research Methodology and Statistics at Witten/Herdecke University, Germany. His work focuses on developing robust statistical methods for health services research and evaluating integrative interventions, particularly Creative Arts Therapies.

Bhushan Patwardhan

Professor Bhushan Patwardhan is a distinguished academician and a Fellow of India's National Academies of Science and Medical Sciences. A global thought leader in integrative medicine, he co-chaired the WHO's Expert Group for the Global Centre for Traditional Medicine.

Maurício Baldissin

Dr. Maurício Baldissin is a Neurosurgeon, Anthroposophic Physician, and Neuroscientist (Ph.D.) focused on encephalitis and paraneoplastic syndromes. A member of the Goetheanum's Research Council, he co-coordinates CABSIN's Anthroposophic Medicine Committee and directs his integrative health clinic.

Aviad Haramati

Adi Haramati, PhD, is a distinguished Professor of Integrative Physiology & Medicine at Georgetown University. As founding director of CENTILE, he is a global advocate for integrating mind-body practices into health professions education, backed by NIH-funded research on stress and resilience.

Amie Steel

Assoc. Prof. Amie Steel is a leading public health researcher specializing in the TCIM workforce, maternity care, and health policy. As Co-Director of the WHO Collaborating Centre for Traditional Medicine, her work is pivotal in shaping evidence-based, integrative healthcare globally.

Aneta Lazarov

Dr. Aneta Lazarov is a board-certified dermatologist and integrative medicine specialist with four decades of experience. As Director of the Clinic for Early Detection of Skin Cancer, she researches psycho-dermatology, exploring links between trauma and melanoma, and promotes integrative stress management.

Bettina Monika Ruppelt

Prof. Bettina Monika Ruppelt is a leading pharmacognosy expert at the Federal Fluminense University. She heads a pre-clinical lab investigating Brazilian medicinal plants, aiming to generate scientific evidence to integrate phytotherapy into Brazil's public health system (SUS).

Brenda Leung

Brenda Leung, PhD, is an Associate Professor at the University of Lethbridge. As an epidemiologist and naturopathic doctor, her research focuses on nutrition, mental health, and evidence-based TCIM for families. She is a co-investigator on the MADDY ADHD micronutrients clinical trial.

Cecilia Plaza

Dr. Cecilia Plaza is a distinguished public health physician and Director of the WHO Collaborating Centre at the University of Chile. She is a leading voice in the Americas for integrating TCIM into health systems, advising the Chilean Ministry of Health on evidence-based policy and education.

Darong Wu

Dr. Darong Wu is the Vice-Director of Pediatrics at Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine. He is a leading expert in conducting randomized controlled trials on Chinese herbal formulas to treat recurrent respiratory tract infections and modulate the gut microbiome in children.

Elad Schiff

Hospital‑based integrative medicine pioneer; studies CAM safety and adherence in oncology and internal medicine wards.

Friedemann Schad

Prof. Dr. Friedemann Schad is a leading clinician-scientist and Head of Integrative Oncology at Gemeinschaftskrankenhaus Havelhöhe. He spearheads pivotal clinical trials on anthroposophic medicine, focusing on cost-effectiveness and patient-centred outcomes to build a robust evidence base for cancer care.

Ossy Kasilo

Dr. Ossy Kasilo is a distinguished pharmacologist and the Regional Advisor for TCIM at the WHO's Regional Office for Africa. With over 30 years of service, she spearheads the development of regulatory frameworks and evidence-based protocols for African traditional medicines.

Suzanne Grant

Dr. Suzanne Grant is a Senior Research Fellow at NICM HRI specializing in integrative oncology and evidence synthesis. With over 90 publications, she advises the WHO on traditional medicine strategy, contributing to global health policy.

L. Susan Wieland

L. Susan Wieland, PhD, MPH, is a leading evidence-synthesis methodologist and Director of Cochrane Complementary Medicine. She guides a global network in producing high-quality systematic reviews on TCIM, with a focus on developing rigorous guidelines for planetary health and herbal medicine safety.

Tido von Schoen Angerer

Tido von Schoen Angerer is a pediatrician and global health advocate focused on integrating TCIM into health systems. A former MSF director and co-founder of the People's Declaration on TCIH, he researches TCIM's role in UHC and antibiotic stewardship, shaping global health policy.

Sunita Vohra

Dr. Sunita Vohra is a Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Alberta and the founder of Canada's pioneering CARE Program for integrative pediatrics. An influential researcher, she conducts pragmatic clinical trials on natural health products and vaccine safety communication.

Hildebrando Sábato

Dr. Hildebrando Sábato is a pioneering physician in Brazilian medical acupuncture and a specialist in pain management. As a director at key institutions like the Brazilian Medical College of Acupuncture (CMBA) and the Acupuncture Medical College of Minas Gerais, he has shaped policy and education.

Iracema Benevides

Iracema Benevides is a medical doctor and public health specialist with expertise in general surgery, anthroposophic medicine, and homeopathy. As Vice-President of the IVAA and a board member of RedePICS Brazil, she is a leading voice in integrating TCIM into national health systems.

Islândia Carvalho

Islandia Carvalho, MSc, is a Public Health Analyst at Fiocruz Pernambuco and a key researcher at ObservaPICS. Her work centers on monitoring TCIM indicators and evaluating national herbal medicine policies within Brazil's public health system, directly linking community ethnobotany to policy.

Jan Vagedes

Dr. Jan Vagedes is a leading pediatrician and epidemiologist serving as Medical Director of the ARCIM Institute. His extensive research, supported by over 120 publications, focuses on integrative pediatrics, evidence-based lifestyle interventions, and the psychosocial impacts of health crises on families.

Roshanak Ghods

Dr. Roshanak Ghods is an Assistant Professor at Iran University of Medical Sciences, merging Persian Medicine with Biostatistics. She pioneers the use of artificial intelligence to validate and personalize herbal therapies for chronic diseases, translating ancient wisdom into evidence-based protocols.

Nelson Filice de Barros

Nelson Filice de Barros is a Full Professor at Unicamp and a leading sociologist in collective health. He coordinates LAPACIS, is President of the ISA's Sociology of Health Committee, and a WHO consultant, focusing on TCIM research methodologies for global public health strategies.

Erik Baars

Erik Baars, PhD, MD, is a prominent epidemiologist and researcher specializing in integrative and anthroposophic medicine. He serves as Professor at the University of Applied Sciences Leiden, Senior Researcher at the Louis Bolk Institute, and coordinator of the Anthroposophic Medicine Research Council.

Jorge Alonso

Dr. Jorge Alonso is a leading authority on Phytomedicine in Latin America. He serves as President of the Latin American Society of Phytomedicine and directs multiple postgraduate courses at the University of Buenos Aires, focusing on phytopharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and indigenous medicine.

Michelle Loy

Dr. Michelle Loy is an international physician leader in adult and pediatric lifestyle and integrative medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College. Her work involves program development and research in nutrition, culinary medicine, integrative oncology, and pediatrics, holding key leadership roles at the AAP and ABOIM.

Márcia Yamamura

Dr. Márcia Yamamura is the Head of the Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Service at the São Paulo Hospital of the Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP) and serves as a Board Member for the International Council of Medical Acupuncture and Related Techniques (ICMART).

Juliana Gatti-Rodrigues

Juliana Gatti-Rodrigues is a sustainability expert connecting human and environmental health. As founder of Instituto Árvores Vivas, she leads nature-based projects in urban areas and advocates for public policies that foster climate resilience and well-being for communities, blending ecology with public policy.

Heather Boon

Heather Boon is the Professor and Vice-Provost at the University of Toronto. Her research focuses on the safety, efficacy, and regulation of TCIM. As a key advisor to the WHO, she leads the development of guidelines for integrating traditional medicine into health systems.

Ana Paula Antunes Ferreira

Ana Paula Antunes Ferreira is a leading figure in Brazilian osteopathy. As Director at CABSIN and a Visiting Research Fellow at ARCCIM, she focuses on the scientific validation of osteopathic practices. Her work as a professor at IBO advances evidence-based education in the field.

Adriana Nunes Wolffenbüttel

Dr. Adriana Wolffenbüttel is a leading Brazilian researcher in evidence-based aromatherapy with a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences. As Coordinator at CABSIn, her work on the clinical effectiveness of essential oils is pivotal for integrating TCIM into public health systems globally.

Isabel Giralt Sampedro

Isabel Sampedro is a Medical Doctor with a Master's in Acupuncture from Barcelona University. As President of the Spanish Society of Integrative Health (SESMI) and Medical Director of the ENERGIMED Clinic, she is a leading advocate for integrating TCIM into Spain's healthcare system.

Shiu-Lin Tsai

Shiu-Lin Tsai is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Columbia University, pioneering the use of integrative medicine in emergency settings. As Chair of the AAP Section on Integrative Medicine, she champions non-pharmacological therapies and addresses climate change's impact on child health.

Mirelys Puerta-Díaz

Mirelys Puerta-Díaz, PhD, is a Senior Information Analyst at BIREME/PAHO/WHO. She specializes in information science, data mining, and scientometrics to analyze scientific production and social media trends in health, advancing evidence-informed public health strategies.

Frederico Carvalho

Frederico Carvalho, EdTech Director at DotVantagem+ and Strategic Partner of the FFUL Pharmacognosy Lab, designs digital learning ecosystems. He empowers traditional herbal product exporters to navigate regulated markets by leveraging EdTech and scientific validation, bridging TCM with EU/Lusophone pathways.

Alfred Laengler

Alfred Laengler is a leading specialist in integrative pediatrics and oncology. As Medical Director at Gemeinschaftskrankenhaus Herdecke and Professor at Witten/Herdecke University, he champions the integration of complementary medicine into pediatric care and heads Germany's National Breastfeeding Committee.

Vital Ribeiro

Vital Ribeiro is a leading expert in sustainable health systems. With an MSc in Health, Environment and Sustainability Management, he serves as President of the Healthy Hospitals Project. His work focuses on integrating environmental health and climate action into healthcare policy and practice in Brazil.

Martha Villar Lopez

Dr. Martha Villar Lopez is a physician specializing in Internal Medicine with Master's degrees in Public Health and Bioethics. A leader in Peruvian public health, she directs the National Center for Intercultural Health (CENSI) and pioneers the integration of traditional medicine into health systems.

Lakassa Essossiminam

Lakassa Essossiminam is a leading phytotherapist and researcher in African Traditional Medicine. As the Coordinator for West African traditional medicine federations and a WHO expert, he is a pivotal figure in shaping policies to integrate traditional knowledge into national health systems.

Vivian Tatiana Camacho Hinojosa

Dr. Vivian Tatiana Camacho Hinojosa is a Quechua physician, midwife, and public health leader. As Bolivia's former Vice Minister of Traditional Medicine, she has championed the integration of ancestral knowledge into national health systems, advocating for intercultural and decolonized healthcare.

Adalberto Kiochi Aguemi

Adalberto Kiochi Aguemi is the Director of Health Promotion and Integrative Health for São Paulo's Municipal Health Department. With a Master's degree in Evidence-Based Healthcare, he spearheads the implementation of Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine (TCIM) in the city.

André Baniwa

André Baniwa is a distinguished Baniwa indigenous leader, author, and consultant for Brazil's Ministry of Health. His work focuses on integrating traditional indigenous knowledge with public health policies, advocating for the "Bem Viver" (Good Living) philosophy as a model for community well-being.

Carla Holandino

Carla Holandino is a Full Professor at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), leading research on anticancer pharmaceutical formulations from natural products. As a founder of the Brazilian Academic Consortium of Integrative Health, she is a key advocate for evidence-informed public policy.

Armando Caceres

Armando Caceres is a distinguished Chemical Biologist from the University of San Carlos, Guatemala. His expertise in Immunology and Natural Products, honed across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, positions him as a leading authority in phytotherapy and integrative medicine in the region.

Ana Araujo Rodrigues

Ana Araujo Rodrigues is an MD and MSc with 40 years of expertise in women's health through Ayurveda and Anthroposophic Medicine. As Director of Clinica da Saúde BH and a researcher at UFMG, she advocates for a comprehensive, integrative approach to feminine self-care and inner strength.

Ashley Ross

Ashley Ross is the Head of the Department of Homoeopathy at the Durban University of Technology. An expert in homeopathic pathogenetic trials with 30 years of experience, he serves as Secretary for Research for the Liga Medicorum Homoeopathica Internationalis and is a Trustee of the Homeopathy Research Institute.

Amanda Polin Pereira

Amanda Polin Pereira is a doctoral student at the University of São Paulo and a key member of the CREFITO-03 technical chamber for integrative practices. She is also the coordinator and disseminator of Suseonjae Meditation, focusing on the evidence-based application of contemplative practices.

Alexander Tournier

Dr. Alexander Tournier is a physicist and biophysics researcher bridging the gap between fundamental science and traditional medicine. After studies at Imperial College and Cambridge, he earned a PhD in the biophysics of water. He is the founder of the Homeopathy Research Institute (HRI).

Ana Moreira

Dr. Ana Moreira is a physician and the President of the Portuguese Society of Integrative Medicine. With a diverse background in Thermal, Aesthetic, and Integrative Medicine, she founded the Center for Integrative Medicine in Porto and serves on the executive committee of the European Society of Integrative Medicine.

Alessandro Gonçalves Campolina

Alessandro Gonçalves Campolina is a geriatrician and psychotherapist with a PhD from the University of São Paulo. He specializes in psychedelic therapy, particularly Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), which he researches and practices in hospital, academic, and clinical settings.

Ori Shwarzman

Ori Shwarzman is a psychiatrist and the founder of Gye Nyame Mobile Clinics in Ghana. He is also a lecturer at Ben Gurion University, Israel. His work focuses on providing accessible, culturally sensitive, community-based mental healthcare in underserved regions of West Africa.

Mohammed S. Abdallah

Dr. Mohammed S. Abdallah leads Pediatric Services at Bombo Regional Referral Hospital in Tanzania. He pioneers integrative approaches in under-resourced settings, bridging evidence-based traditional health practices with modern medicine to improve child health outcomes and expand care access.

Rhiannon Lewis

Rhiannon Lewis is a distinguished clinical aromatherapist, educator, and author dedicated to integrating evidence-based aromatherapy into global clinical settings. As director of Essential Oil Resource Consultants and founder of the International Clinical Aromatherapy Network, she connects professionals worldwide.

Verônica Abdala

Verônica Abdala is a Master in Information Science and a manager at BIREME, a PAHO/WHO Specialized Center. She coordinates technical cooperation projects, such as the Virtual Health Library (VHL), to facilitate evidence access in LA&C, focusing on knowledge translation tools like evidence maps.

Lucas Pacheco

Lucas Pacheco is a distinguished Brazilian medical doctor and homeopathy specialist. He is the Coordinator of the Postgraduate Program in Homeopathy at Plenitude Educação and a committee member at CABSIN. With past leadership roles, he is a dedicated educator, author, and advocate for homeopathy.

Nilo Gardin

Nilo Gardin, MD, is a specialist in Internal Medicine and Hematology with postgraduate training in Homeopathy and Anthroposophic Medicine. A member of CABSIN, he is a key educator for the ABMA and has 27 years of experience with mistletoe therapy, authoring over 30 publications.

José Ruguê

José Ruguê is a distinguished physician with specializations in Intensive Medicine and Ayurveda, and a Master in Public Health. As an Acharya, he integrates deep traditional knowledge from Sanātana Dharma with modern medicine, leading global educational initiatives and research programs.

Michelle Nonato de Oliveira Melo

Michelle Nonato de Oliveira Melo is a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences and a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro. Her work centers on the metabolomics of natural products and cancer research, with a specialized focus on Viscum album (mistletoe).

Nelzair Vianna

Nelzair Vianna is a Public Health Researcher at Fiocruz, focusing on planetary health, climate change, and air pollution. With a PhD from the University of São Paulo, her work investigates the intersection of environmental factors and community health, particularly in vulnerable areas.

Natália de Castro e Cunha

Natália de Castro e Cunha is a public health specialist with a focus on epidemiology and biostatistics. Her work integrates traditional health practices with scientific research, particularly for vulnerable populations, including her notable studies on environmental health impacts in Amazonian communities.

Carla Kuon

Dr. Carla Kuon is an Associate Professor at the UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Health, specializing in internal medicine and integrative oncology. Her expertise includes functional immunology and microbiome medicine, with a focus on treating functional gut disorders and fatigue syndromes.

César Salvador Sánchez Marín

Dr. César Salvador Sánchez Marín is a distinguished Research Physician and a member of the TCIM Committee at the Medical College of Peru. With a PhD in Biomedical Sciences and postdoctoral research in Neuroscience, he is dedicated to integrating evidence-based complementary medicine into health systems.

Cleber Aparecido de Melo

Dr. Awapó Cleber Aparecido de Melo is a distinguished leader of Tupi-Guarani and Jucá heritage. He is a trailblazer in the preservation and institutionalization of indigenous knowledge in Brazil, having founded the first Museum of Ancestral Medicine and the first Tupi-Guarani College in Bahia.

Cristine Andrade

Cristine Andrade is a Public Health Researcher at the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz) with extensive experience in immunobiological quality control and health promotion. Her current work at the Laboratory of Innovations, Therapies, Teaching and Bioproducts informs her focus on innovative health solutions.

Daniel Amado

Daniel Amado is a Public Health Consultant and Coordinator of Brazil's National Policy of Integrative and Complementary Practices in the Unified Health System (SUS). With a background in Physical Education and TCM, he has driven the integration of TCIM into public health since 2010.

Daniela Lopes

Daniela Lopes is a Homeopathic Veterinary Physician and researcher with a PhD in Biomedical Engineering. Her pioneering work focuses on innovative cancer diagnostics, specifically optical biopsies using *Viscum album*. As a scientific consultant for Injectcenter, she bridges traditional homeopathy with advanced technology.

Daniela Dallegrave

Daniela Dallegrave, PhD, is a Professor at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS). A specialist in public health and acupuncture, her work focuses on integrative nursing. She leads a landmark national survey on the educational and professional profile of integrative health nurses in Brazil.

Edna Marina de Souza

Edna Marina de Souza, PhD, is a Medical Physicist at the University of Campinas (UNICAMP), Brazil. With 17 years in medical imaging, she now integrates this expertise with anthroposophic therapies, conducting research to bring innovative, evidence-based TCIM approaches to the public health system.

Fernanda Cabral Schveitzer

Fernanda Cabral Schveitzer is a Brazilian physician specializing in occupational medicine. A student of Acupuncture and volunteer with AIEC, she co-authored the book "Self-care: a dynamic approach to integral health," promoting health education and self-awareness on a global scale.

Erika Chiappini

Erika Chiappini, PhD, is an Assistant Professor at Johns Hopkins University. Her work focuses on integrating evidence-based, whole-person approaches for pediatric gut-brain disorders, using a global, cross-cultural lens to support children and families with diverse, innovative care strategies.

Felipe Marx

Felipe Marx is a leading Brazilian expert in the Neuroscience of Breathing for Mental Health. A researcher and educator, he created the first government-recognized Breathwork method in Brazil, impacting over 51,000 students with his evidence-based approach to nervous system regulation.

Fabiola Stollar

Fabiola Stollar, MD, PhD, PD, is a leading pediatrician and Privat-docent at the University of Geneva. At the Geneva University Hospitals, she is Co-head of both the General Pediatrics Inpatient Unit and the Multidisciplinary Center for Integrative Medicine, blending conventional and integrative care.

Jost Langhorst

Jost Langhorst is a distinguished expert in internal and integrative medicine, serving as Director at Bamberg Hospital and Chair at the University of Duisburg-Essen. His work focuses on translational gastroenterology, co-authoring over 40 medical guidelines and securing over €10 million in research funding.

Judit Wesseling

Judit Wesseling, MD, PhD, is a pediatrician and epidemiologist at Rijnstate Hospital, Netherlands. Certified in Lifestyle Medicine, she specializes in pediatric asthma and allergy. Dr. Wesseling is a key figure in integrating lifestyle and integrative approaches into standard pediatric care.

Larissa Bachir Polloni

Larissa Bachir Polloni is a leading Brazilian expert in clinical Auriculotherapy. A Master's student in Gerontology at USP, she researches chronic pain management. As Coordinator of the Escola Nogier, she is certified by GLEM (France) to train health professionals in this WHO-recognized modality.

Maria Ester Azevedo Massola

Maria Ester Azevedo Massola is a pivotal leader in Brazil's integrative health landscape. As Coordinator of Integrative Medicine at the prestigious Einstein Hospital, she leverages her Master's in Health Sciences to implement and manage evidence-based TCIM programs within a major hospital system.

Luiz Oliveira

Luiz Oliveira is a key figure in sustainable development, focusing on territorial regeneration and human-nature harmony. As a strategic planner, he applies Integrated Territory Management to large-scale initiatives with governments and corporations, consistently centering people in his work.

Ka-Kit Hui

Ka-Kit Hui is the Wallis Annenberg Chair and Founding Director of the UCLA Center for East-West Medicine. A recognized authority on Chinese and integrative medicine, he is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Clinical Pharmacology with expertise in Geriatrics and advises the World Health Organization.

Natalia Sofia Aldana-Martinez

Natalia Sofia Aldana-Martinez is a medical doctor and public health specialist dedicated to integrating TCIM into health systems. As Editor-in-Chief of VHL TCIM Americas and co-founder of the TCIM Americas Network, she bridges research, policy, and practice to advance universal health coverage.

Ricardo Tabach

Ricardo Tabach is a Professor at Santo Amaro University with deep expertise in medicinal plants and phytopharmacovigilance. He is a key scientific collaborator at UNIFESP, a member of the CABSIN Natural Products Committee, and coordinates vital public health bulletins.

Shannon Elizabeth Fogh

Dr. Shannon Elizabeth Fogh is a board-certified radiation and integrative oncologist at Fred Hutch Cancer Center. She specializes in evidence-based integrative approaches to enhance quality of life and outcomes for cancer patients, particularly those with brain tumors and pediatric cancers.

Rosana Takako Ide

Dr. Rosana Takako Ide is a medical doctor with specializations in Geriatrics and Acupuncture. She is an Ayurvedic therapist trained in Brazil and India and holds postgraduate degrees in Integrative Medicine from HIAE and in age-related disease prevention.

Pedro Boff

Pedro Boff, PhD, is a leading agronomist and researcher at Brazil's Agricultural Research and Rural Extension Service of Santa Catarina State (EPAGRI). He pioneers research in Agroecology and Homeopathy for crops, developing sustainable agricultural models that enhance planetary health.

Pâmela Perez

Pâmela Perez is a mental health psychologist with the Rio de Janeiro Municipal Health Secretariat since 2008. She integrates Biodanza into public healthcare, holding a Master specialization in Biodanza and Mental Health, and contributes to the field as a documentary photographer.

Peter Hudoba

Peter Hudoba, MD, FRCS, is a distinguished neurosurgeon and neurologist currently serving as Director of Research at the Sha Research Foundation. He masterfully integrates his 30-year career in conventional medicine with pioneering research into mindfulness, meditation, and Tao Calligraphy.

Rachel Canaway

Dr Rachel Canaway is a naturopath and health social scientist enhancing medical pluralism for person-centred care. As a Research Fellow at the University of Melbourne, her consultancies for the World Health Organization on integrating traditional medicine into health systems give her a global policy perspective.

Sarah Monz

Sarah Monz, MD, is Co-CEO at Iscador AG and a physician specializing in anesthesiology and pain therapy. Her expertise extends to Traditional Chinese Medicine and Functional Medicine. As a certified Nature Resilience Trainer, she integrates diverse therapeutic approaches to advance patient well-being.

Vanessa Castello Pereira

Vanessa Castello B. Pereira is a pioneer in Olfactory Therapy in Brazil. Her interdisciplinary work integrates naturology, neuroscience, and psychology, focusing on sensory enrichment through affective memories to enhance quality of life, aligning with the Biopsychosocial Model of Health.

Stefan Willich

Stefan Willich is a distinguished Professor and Director at Charité-Berlin, pioneering research in epidemiology, health economics, and integrative medicine. A unique visionary, he is also the Founder and Music Director of the World Doctors Orchestra, bridging the worlds of medicine and the arts.

Tanuja Nesari

Professor Tanuja Nesari is the Director of the Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda (ITRA), Jamnagar. A leading figure in India's Ministry of Ayush, she serves on the WHO Task Force for the Global Centre for Traditional Medicine and advises national bodies on integrative health policy.

Jonas Vasmer

Jonas Vasmer is a TCM Specialist at The KEM in Essen, Germany, with over 15 years of experience integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine into clinical practice and research. A graduate of Tianjin University of TCM, he co-developed the RAVA ear acupuncture method.

Janet Siddiqui

Dr. Janet Siddiqui is a leader, administrator, and educator at Johns Hopkins Medicine. She serves as Office Medical Director and Co-Directs the Integrative Medicine curriculum at the School of Medicine, pioneering the integration of mind-body practices and Ayurveda into medical training.

Thiago Novaes

Thiago Novaes is a Senior Postdoctoral Researcher in Medical Anthropology with a PhD in Social Anthropology. His work explores the intersection of technology, the human body, and healing practices. Author and editor of key texts, he coordinates projects at Lar e Integração do Ser (LIS).

Shuxuan Li

Shuxuan Li is a graduate researcher at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. Her work uses network pharmacology and bioinformatics to analyze classic Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) formulas, providing scientific evidence for their precision application based on syndrome differentiation.

Yuqing Madison Zhang

Yuqing (Madison) Zhang is a physician and clinical epidemiologist with extensive experience in evidence synthesis and guideline development for integrative medicine. As an Associate Professor at the University of Pennsylvania and McMaster University, she bridges research and global health policy.

Xun Li

Xun Li is a key researcher at the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine's Centre for Evidence-Based Chinese Medicine. Specializing in clinical research methodology, systematic reviews, and knowledge translation for TCM, Li is a registered Cochrane reviewer and a leader in global health data dissemination.

Inês Reis

Inês Reis is a leading researcher and professor at the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (FIOCRUZ). With a PhD in Health Promotion and 37 years of experience in public health, she focuses on integrating Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine (TCIM) into primary care in Brazil's SUS.

José Carlos Tavares

José Carlos Tavares is a CNPq 1B Research Fellow and Full Professor of Pharmacology at the Federal University of Amapá. A former Rector, he holds a PhD from the University of São Paulo and is a leading expert in Amazonian biopharmaceuticals and a member of the National Academies of Pharmacy of Brazil and Spain.

Jeremy Y. Ng

Dr. Jeremy Y. Ng is a health research methodologist at University Hospital Tübingen and McMaster University. With expertise in meta-research and publication science, he focuses on assessing and improving the quality of evidence in health research, enhancing the integrity and impact of published studies.

Jon Adams

Jon Adams is a Distinguished Professor of Public Health at the University of Technology Sydney and a world-leading researcher in primary health care and TCIM. As Co-Director of ARCCIM, he has dedicated 30 years to building research capacity, authoring over 620 publications to advance the field.

Thabata Rosa Negrete

Thabata Rosa Negrete is a PhD Candidate and MSc in Public Health at UNICAMP, Brazil. Her research explores women’s health and TCIM through the lenses of Cultural Studies and intercultural perspectives, seeking to build bridges between traditional knowledge and contemporary healthcare systems.

Jacey Goddard

Dr. Jacey Goddard is an Osteopathic and Integrative Physician and a leading expert in the Mind-Body Connection. She developed the evidence-based Healing From Within methodology to empower individuals in managing chronic disease and mental illness through autonomic nervous system self-regulation.

Gunvant Yeola

Professor Gunvant Yeola is a leading academic in Ayurvedic medicine, serving as Director of International Collaboration and Professor of Kayachikitsa in Pune, India. He holds a PhD in Ayurveda and an MA in Sanskrit, blending clinical expertise with deep textual knowledge.

Hayleigh K. Ast

Dr. Hayleigh K. Ast is a physician-scientist specializing in the pediatric gut-brain-immune axis. She leads global health policy initiatives as Co-Chair of the World Naturopathic Federation's Antimicrobial Resistance Committee and conducts key research at Oregon Health & Science University.

Gloria Feighesltein

Gloria Feighesltein is a Professor, PhD, and Buco Maxilo Facial Surgeon specializing in homeopathy. As Secretary for Dentistry at the Liga Medicorum Homoeopathica Internationalis (LMHI) and Director of the Brazilian Academy of Dentistry, she pioneers the integration of homeopathy into dental practice and education.

Hafiza Parkar

Dr. Hafiza Parkar is a lecturer and researcher at the University of Pretoria with a PhD in Pharmacology. Her work focuses on regenerative medicine and wound healing, investigating traditional medicines with advanced scientific methods. She is Secretary General of the South African Society for Basic and Clinical Pharmacology.

Gilberto Hirokazu Nobumasa

Gilberto Hirokazu Nobumasa is a mechanical engineer and entrepreneur leading the Amazonian bioeconomy as Founder & CEO of Fortparaoil. He combines ancestral knowledge with modern technology to create sustainable value chains for natural oils, fostering socio-environmental impact projects.

Fernando Bignardi

Fernando Bignardi is a pioneering Brazilian physician and psychotherapist who founded the transdisciplinary approach in Health at UNIFESP. With 20 years leading its gerontology center, he now teaches integrative health and counsels on sustainability, connecting human and planetary well-being.

Francisco José de Freitas

Francisco José de Freitas is a homeopathic physician and Director of the UNIRIO School of Medicine. With a PhD in Science, he has been a professor since 1985, pioneering Brazil's first homeopathy residency and embedding TCIM into the medical curriculum, influencing national health policy.

Delphine Marchaud

Delphine Marchaud is a chemist with 20 years of experience in pharmaceutical drug development at Sanofi and Gattefossé. In 2020, she became Director of the Gattefossé Foundation, applying her scientific rigor to promote integrative health and the clinical value of aromatherapy as complementary care.

Maria Aparecida das Neves

Maria Aparecida das Neves is a Clinical Psychologist pioneering the integration of botanical therapies into mental health care. She founded and coordinates the award-winning Botanical Therapies project at the prestigious Psychiatry Institute of the University of São Paulo's Hospital das Clínicas.

Fabio Carmona

Fabio Carmona is an Associate Professor at the University of São Paulo's Ribeirão Preto Medical School. A pediatrician with a Harvard postdoctoral fellowship, he coordinates the Phytotherapy Outpatient Clinic at Farmácia da Natureza, integrating herbal medicine into Brazil's public health system.

Anupama Kizhakkeveettil

Anupama Kizhakkeveettil is a distinguished Ayurvedic Doctor, professor, and the founding Program Director at Southern California University of Health Sciences. With a PhD in Public Health, she is a leading advocate for integrating Ayurveda into modern healthcare systems through education and research.

Cidéli de Paula Coelho

Cidéli de Paula Coelho is a Veterinarian with a PhD in Sciences and expertise in Homeopathy. She serves as a professor at Santo Amaro University in the "One Health" graduate programs and is a founding partner of High Dilution Science (HD Science).

Claire Chauffour-Ader

Dr. Claire Chauffour-Ader is a distinguished MD with three decades of experience in palliative care and pain management at Hospital Joseph Ducuing, Toulouse. She founded and leads "La Parenthèse," an integrative day care unit for cancer patients, pioneering the use of therapies like aromatherapy.

Denise Tiran

Denise Tiran is an international authority on complementary therapies in midwifery. A freelance lecturer, author, and practitioner, she has pioneered the integration of evidence-based therapies into maternity care for 40 years through her unique educational company, Expectancy.

Gali Stoffman

Gali Stoffman is an integrative medical doctor specializing in Pediatric Chinese Medicine. She directs the Integrative In-patient Services at Barzilai Medical Center and is the Medical Director of Complementary and Integrative Services for Maccabi Healthcare, overseeing 1100 practitioners.

Geovana Grassmann

Geovana Grassmann is a Brazilian Naturologist specializing in Yoga, Functional Nutrition, and Phytotherapy. She integrates ancestral wisdom with modern science to promote holistic well-being. Through her educational platform, she offers courses and workshops on integrative health and self-care.

Glauco Villas Bôas

Glauco Villas Bôas, PhD, is a leading expert in public health and biodiversity. He coordinates the Center for Innovation in Biodiversity and Health at Fiocruz, Brazil, and leads the CNPq Research Group on Innovation in Medicines from Biodiversity. He is also the Editor-in-Chief of Revista Fitos.

Henrik Szoke

Dr. Habil. Henrik Szőke ass. prof. is acting head of Department Integrative Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pécs, Hungary. Is leader of the FeverFriend project and the Association of Integrative Medicine Hungary. As integrative pediatrician his main expertice covers education, research, program and guideline development for management of infections and fever.

Ivanice Maria Cestari Dandaro

Ivanice Maria Cestari Dandaro, PhD, is a leader in public health and phytotherapeutics. As Secretary of Health in Jardinópolis and coordinator of the 'Farmácia da Natureza' project, she integrates medicinal plants into primary care. Her 25+ years of experience bridge academia and policy.

João Batista

João V. da Costa Batista, PhD, is a Brazilian pharmacist and researcher specializing in evidence-based, plant-derived pharmaceuticals. His work at the Society for Cancer Research and Weleda AG focuses on developing innovative therapies from mistletoe and larch for cancer and wound healing.

Madeleine Abena Tuson-Turner

Madeleine Abena Tuson-Turner is a distinguished naturopathic doctor and international lecturer. She serves as Secretary of the World Naturopathic Federation and holds faculty positions at the National University of Natural Medicine (USA) and in Ghana, promoting equitable access to naturopathic medicine.

Marcelo Demarzo

Marcelo Demarzo, MD, PhD, is a pioneering Associate Professor at UNIFESP and founder of Mente Aberta. Internationally recognized for his work in mindfulness and supported self-care, he was the first Brazilian MD certified as a mindfulness instructor and leads vital research on mental health.

Massimo Bonucci

Massimo Bonucci is a pioneering oncologist who introduced and developed integrative medicine for cancer care in Italy. As President of the ARTOI Foundation and Director of the Oncological Sciences Department at Humanitas Consortium University, he leads research and clinical practice in this field.

Melanie Brown

Melanie Brown, MD, MSE, is a physician leader at The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, serving as Medical Director of Pediatric Palliative and Integrative Medicine. She pioneers evidence-informed, holistic practices in medical education and clinical care for children with serious illness.

Sally Moorcroft

Dr. Sally Moorcroft is a distinguished Integrative and Functional Medicine doctor with over two decades of clinical experience. Specializing in Herbal Medicine and Women’s Health, she directs a multi-award-winning clinic and is a core tutor at the National Centre of Integrative Medicine (NCIM), UK.

Santhosshi Narayanan

Santhosshi Narayanan is a Clinical Associate Professor at MD Anderson Cancer Center, board-certified in Internal and Integrative Medicine. Author of over 45 publications, she co-founded the Onco-Hospitalist Fellowship and now focuses on integrative oncology, advancing culturally responsive care.

Tabatha Parker

Dr. Tabatha Parker is a global leader in Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Health (TCIH). As CEO of LINQUE and a founding board member of the TCIH Coalition, she advances TCIH through education, policy, and advocacy. A licensed naturopathic doctor, she is also Editor in Chief of Advances in Mind-Body Medicine.

Stephan Baumgartner

Prof. Dr. Stephan Baumgartner is a professor at the University of Witten-Herdecke and deputy director at the University of Bern’s Institute of Complementary and Integrative Medicine. His work centers on building a rigorous evidence base for homeopathy and anthroposophic medicine.

Sangyoung Ahn

Dr. Sangyoung Ahn, a Technical Officer at the WHO, is a key figure in global TCIM policy. He shapes international standards through his work on the WHO Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025–2034, ICD-11, and the global TCIM survey, advancing evidence-based integration into health systems.

Paulo R. S. Rocha

Paulo R. S. Rocha is a Master in Public Health and Deputy Coordinator of Brazil's National Policy for Integrative and Complementary Practices (PNPIC) at the Ministry of Health. A physiotherapist specializing in TCM, he is a key figure in integrating and expanding these practices in the SUS.

Patrizia Ana Bricarello

Patrizia Ana Bricarello is an Associate Professor at the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC) and a leading researcher in veterinary integrative medicine. Her work focuses on One Health, agroecology, and the use of homeopathy and phytotherapy in organic livestock production systems.

Nirupa Jaya Raghunathan

Nirupa Jaya Raghunathan, MD, MS, serves as the Clinical Director of Integrative Medicine at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Board certified in both Pediatrics and Internal Medicine, she leads integrative programs for adults and children, guiding patients toward evidence-based therapies.

Nilene Gouvêa

Nilene Gouvêa is a dedicated pediatrician and intensivist at Brazil's National Cancer Institute (INCA). She specializes in integrative pediatrics with an anthroposophic approach, focusing on humanized, family-centered care for children in oncology and intensive care settings.

Mar Begara Morillas

Mar Begara Morillas is a distinguished pediatrician and integrative medicine physician, specializing in pediatric intensive care. As the Pediatric Coordinator for the Spanish Society of Integrative Health and Medicine (SESMI), she champions the integration of diverse therapeutic modalities in child health.

Luiz Demattê

Luiz Demattê is the Corporate Technical and Sustainability Director at Korin Group. With a PhD in Applied Ecology, he pioneers sustainable agribusiness initiatives, focusing on ESG, One Health, and antibiotic-free production. His leadership bridges science with practice for global food security.

Jeffery Dusek

Jeffery Dusek is a Professor at the University of California, Irvine, and the Director of Outcomes Research at the Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute. He leads BraveNet, a major international practice-based research network dedicated to generating real-world evidence for integrative medicine.

Shaija Kutty

Dr. Shaija Kutty is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center. As a pediatric gastroenterologist, she specializes in gut-brain interaction disorders. She leads the GIFT CENTER, a multidisciplinary program integrating medical, nutritional, and psychosocial therapies.

Marco Dehesa González

Marco Dehesa González, PhD, is a distinguished pharmaceutical scientist with over 35 years of expertise in regulatory affairs and quality control for natural medicinal products. As Technical Director at Zonatrade S.A., he ensures compliance, safety, and efficacy for a range of health products.

Angela Leal

Angela Leal is a family nurse, sanitarian, and public manager. She holds a Master's in Collective Health and is the current Director of the Department of Health Prevention and Promotion at the Ministry of Health, focusing on strengthening primary care in Brazil.

Anne Gimalac

Anne Gimalac is the Head of Navi at the André Henzelin center in Switzerland. Holding an MSc in Biology of Aging and an MBA, she develops naturopathic research capacities in TCIM. Her work focuses on collaborative research, education, and fundraising.

Carolina Oi Lam Ung

Carolina Oi Lam Ung is the Deputy Director of the Centre for Pharmaceutical Regulatory Sciences at the University of Macau. Her work focuses on developing evidence-based frameworks for T&CM, emphasizing quality, safety, and regulatory harmonization.

Caroline Figueira Pereira

Caroline Figueira Pereira, PhD, is an Associate Professor at the University of São Paulo's School of Nursing. She leads the Center for Studies in Nursing in Addictions and Mental Health (NEPEASM) and works on mental health, anxiety, and substance abuse in primary care.

Caroline Krauser

Caroline Krauser is a psychiatric nurse with a Master's degree from USP. She is a Mindfulness Instructor with the Oxford Mindfulness Center and Mente Aberta Brazil, and a doctoral student in public health at the Federal University of São Paulo (UNIFESP).

Chen Bai

Dr. Chen Bai of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine uses big data to link environmental factors and infectious diseases, aiming to identify targets for Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and develop evidence-based integrative health solutions.

Clara S. Santiago Rosado

Clara S. Santiago Rosado is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor in Puerto Rico. She holds board certifications in acupuncture, minor surgery, parenteral therapy, and pharmacology. Her work integrates evidence-based naturopathic medicine with traditional approaches.

Cristal Skaling-Klopstock

Cristal Skaling-Klopstock is President of External Relations at EFHPA. She also serves on the councils of the TCIH Coalition and ECH, and works with EUROCAM to advocate for the integration of Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Healthcare in Europe.

Elisa Baldini

Elisa Baldini serves as Chair of EUROCAM and Secretary General of IVAA. A specialist in EU Advocacy, she holds a Masters in International Relations and an Executive Masters in EU Project Management. Her experience includes work with international health organizations.

Francine Julian Oliveira Campos

Francine Julian Oliveira Campos is a pharmacist and technical advisor at Brazil's Ministry of Health. She specializes in Integrative and Complementary Health Practices and Primary Health Care, with 12 years of experience in primary and specialized public health services.

Frida Lentschig

Frida Lentschig is a medical student at the University Duisburg-Essen, Germany. She is currently completing her doctoral thesis at the Klinik für Integrative Onkologie und Supportivmedizin, focusing on integrative and supportive care in oncology.

Iveth Juliana Jerez Bustos

Iveth Juliana Jerez Bustos is a general physician and a Master's degree candidate at the National University of Colombia. Her academic and professional work focuses on articulating ancestral knowledge and integrative medicine to strengthen healthcare practices.

Zubin Marolia

Zubin Marolia is a Homeopathic Physician and specialist in Integrative Oncology. As the Founder of Enlifen, India, his work focuses on Mistletoe Therapy, root cause medical analysis, psycho-oncology, and Narrative Medicine to provide holistic cancer care.

Victor Hugo A. Mascarenhas

Victor Hugo A. Mascarenhas is a PhD candidate and holds a Master's degree in Nursing from the University of São Paulo (USP). A Nurse Midwife, his research focuses on Women's Health, Obstetric Nursing, and Integrative and Complementary Health Practices.

Talita Pavarini

Talita Pavarini is a nurse with a Master's degree and PhD from the University of São Paulo. She is a member of Cofen's Technical Chamber, a representative on the National Health Council, and the CEO of Instituto Pavarini. She is also a Clinical Aromatherapist.

Silvana Nagai

Silvana Nagai is a Master in Nursing from UNICAMP with specializations in Phytotherapy and Health Administration. She serves as Content Coordinator for Medicinal Plants and Phytotherapy courses offered through a partnership between the Ministry of Health and Fiocruz.

Roberto Campos Jeldres

Dr. Roberto Campos Jeldres is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Chile. He leads integrative and palliative care units at Clínica Sanatorio Alemán and Hospital Las Higueras, focusing on improving quality of life for children with cancer through complementary therapies.

Rick Sá

Rick Sá is a researcher at CABSIN and a PhD candidate in Clinical Naturopathy. His work focuses on Biofield Therapies and biocommunication, integrating quantum biology with integrative health. He is also a speaker and author dedicated to practical applications of science for well-being.

Philippe Sterlingot

Philippe Sterlingot is an osteopath and the Chair of the Osteopathic International Alliance. His career is dedicated to ensuring high standards in osteopathic training and care, backed by a Master's degree in health law and extensive leadership in national and international organizations.

Nathalia Oliveira da Silva

Nathalia Oliveira da Silva is a Sanitary Nurse from the University of São Paulo (USP) with a specialization in Public Health. She is a Technical Advisor for Brazil's National Policy on Integrative and Complementary Practices (PNPIC) at the Ministry of Health.

Mauricio H. Chaloub

Mauricio H. Chaloub is a Naturologist with a degree from UNISUL and executive education in Management, Innovation, and Leadership from Harvard Business School. He is a partner-owner of Casa de Saúde São Lucas and GS Saúde, where he applies his clinical expertise.

Mariana Villela

Mariana Villela is an Architect, Urban Planner, and PhD student at UFSC. Her research focuses on Healthcare Architecture and Integrative Health Environments, exploring how the built environment supports well-being and the integration of TCIM practices.

Maria Monagas

Dr. Maria Monagas is a Principal Scientist at the United States Pharmacopeia (USP). She leads the development of monographs for botanical ingredients, ensuring their quality and safety standards for inclusion in the USP-NF and the Dietary Supplements Compendium (DSC).

Leonidas Heringer

Leonidas Heringer is the Secretary of Health of Búzios, Vice President of COSEMS-RJ, and a representative of CONASEMS at the National Health Council. He is a biologist with a Master's degree in management and audits and has 12 years of experience in municipal health management.

Leah Grout

Leah Grout is an Associate Research Professor and Research Data Analyst with a PhD in public health. Her work focuses on a broad array of public health topics, supported by extensive experience in research, data analysis, and public policy.

Karen Berenice Denez

Pharmacist - Member of the Prevention, Promotion, and Integrative and Complementary Practices Committee of the National Health Council, Member of the Executive Board of the PICS Brazil Network, Member of the management group of the Dawn project of the Federal University of Santa Catarina and Coordinator of the Advisory Board of CABSIN

Joanna Harnett

Joanna Harnett is an Associate Professor at the University of Sydney. Her research focuses on the quality use of complementary medicines and clinical studies in gastrointestinal health. She is a board member of the ISCMR and serves on the TGA's Advisory Committee.

Gema Sánchez

Gema Sánchez is the Director of O3 Center Clinic and an international expert in ozone therapy and bio-oxidative medicine. With over 30 years of clinical experience in intensive care, pediatrics, and emergency medicine, she is also an active lecturer and trainer.

Fernando Janer-Sánchez

Fernando Janer-Sánchez is the Dean of the School of Naturopathic Medicine at Universidad Ana G. Méndez. With a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine and a Master of Social Work, he has over a decade of experience in naturopathic medical education and community practice.

Fabiana Andrade

Fabiana Andrade, PhD, is a Naturologist based in São Paulo, Brazil. She holds a PhD in Sciences from the University of São Paulo's Gynecology and Obstetrics Program and is a member of the São Paulo Association of Naturology (APANAT).

Eran Ben-Arye

Eran Ben-Arye is the Primary Researcher of the Middle East Research Group in Integrative Oncology (MERGIO) and an elected member of the Society for Integrative Oncology (SIO) Board of Trustees, serving as its Regional Ambassador to Europe and the Middle East.

Dianchun Liu

Dianchun Liu is an undergraduate student at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. His academic focus is on the intersection of Bioinformatics, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and AI, particularly their application to diabetes treatment and prevention.

Gabriel Silva

Biomedicine student focused on science and natural products for health and wellness. Seeks to apply his knowledge in research and laboratory practice to generate a positive impact through innovation.

Dennis Chang

Professor Dennis Chang directs the National Institute of Complementary Medicine at Western Sydney University. He leads multi-centre trials on Chinese herbal medicine, yoga, and tai chi for chronic conditions and conducts laboratory studies on the pharmacokinetics of herbal medicines.

Kieran Cooley

Kieran Cooley, ND, is the Director of Research at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. His research focuses on evaluating multi-modal naturopathic interventions, evidence synthesis, and the use of natural health products for chronic disease management.

Louise Constancia

PhD student in Nursing at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil. Holds a Master of Science in Nursing and a specialization in Cardiology. Her research focuses on applying evidence-based integrative nursing care, particularly aromatherapy.

Ming Yang

Ming Yang is an Attending Physician focused on innovative acupuncture clinical trials for colorectal cancer survivors with LARS. As a Principal Investigator, his studies on electroacupuncture show improved bowel function and quality of life. He is a published author and speaker.

Remirez Diadelis

Remirez Diadelis is a Specialist in Regulatory Affairs and Senior Researcher at CECMED. She serves as the focal point for the WHO's International Regulatory Cooperation for Herbal Medicines (IRCH) network and is part of the membership committee of the IUPHAR.

Sandra Regina Loggetto

Physician with a master's in pediatric hematology. Sandra Regina Loggetto coordinates hematology at Sabará Children’s Hospital and manages the Hemoglobinopathies Outpatient Clinic at the São Paulo Blood Bank, focusing on hematologic diseases in children.

Mariana Vitte Nardi

Mariana Vitte Nardi is a Naturopath and Acupuncturist specializing in Women's Health, Fertility, Pregnancy, and Postpartum. With 15 years of experience in integrative health, she serves as a technical coordinator and educator in the field of integrative therapies.

Sofia Wicker Velez

Sofia Wicker Velez is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Lactation Counselor at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center. She specializes in pediatric nutrition, leading care at the GIFT Clinic for children with complex feeding needs, and integrating conventional and complementary therapies.

Isabel Yost

Isabel Yost is a Naturopath and the Founder and Director of the School of Naturopathy of Uruguay. An Academic Member of the World Naturopathic Federation (WNF), she focuses on developing academic programs and initiatives for the recognition and integration of TCIM.

Kelsy Arbiza

Dr. Kelsy Arbiza is a Physician in Family and Community Medicine with a PhD in Health Services Management. She is the Advisor on TCIM at Uruguay's Ministry of Public Health and a member of the TCIM Network of the Americas, focusing on integrating TCIM into health systems.

António Mauro Saraiva

António Mauro Saraiva is a Senior Full Professor at the University of São Paulo. He heads the Planetary Health Brazil Network, focusing on applying data science and AI to challenges like climate change and food security, aligning with his background as an Engineer and Agronomist.

Paulo Maldonado

Paulo Maldonado serves as the Vice President of the Liga Medicor Homoeopathica Internationalis (LMHI) for Brazil. With a career spanning more than 50 years as a Professor of Homeopathy, he has dedicated his professional life to homeopathic education and representation.

Zainab Abubakr Almusleh

Dr. Zainab Al Musleh is a Senior Consultant Physician whose work focuses on establishing globally applicable standards for cupping therapy in clinical practice for back and neck pain. Her research also includes developing standards for safe patient selection in clinical trials.

Vívian Angélica dos Santos Malva

Vívian Angélica dos Santos Malva holds a Master's degree in Environmental Health and a Bachelor's in Naturology. Her specializations include Aromatherapy, Acupuncture, and Phytotherapy. She works as a researcher, professor, and clinical naturologist.

Maria Eugênia F. Celeghin

Naturologist with postgraduate specialization in Pain and Natural Gynecology. Trained in Ayurveda in India, Yoga, and is a Reiki Master. With over 17 years of experience, she serves as Vice-President of the Sociedade Brasileira de Naturologia (SBNAT).

Ananda Lopes Gonzalez

Ananda Lopes Gonzalez is a Naturologist with a postgraduate degree in Gerontology. She lectures on integrative practices in Brazil and Portugal, collaborates on research at UFRJ, and leads the Southeast Hub of Rede NatuSUS, focusing on public health and longevity.

David Picking

Dr. David Picking is a Senior Research Fellow at The University of the West Indies, Jamaica. His research focuses on ethnopharmacology and the integration of medicinal plants into healthcare. He represents TRAMIL on the CABSIN-led Pan-American Compendium committee.

Mayara Rezende

Mayara Rezende is a researcher at Fiocruz with a PhD in Public Health. She specializes in the regulation of medicinal plants, innovation in phytomedicines, and integrating real-world evidence into regulatory frameworks for biodiversity-based health products.

Abrahão Nunes da Silva

Abrahão Nunes da Silva is a National Health Councillor of Brazil and Coordinator of the Commission for Integrative and Complementary Health Practices, focusing on public health policy within the SUS.

Rubens Lene Carvalho Tavares

Rubens Tavares is an Associate Professor at the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG). He leads the Complementary Therapies research group and coordinates the Advanced Center for Science, Health and Spirituality (NASCE-UFMG), focusing on integrative practices and health promotion.

Harsha Gramminger

Maria Clara Fortes Bartoli

Maria Clara Fortes Bartoli is a physician with 34 years of clinical experience. She holds postgraduate specializations in Nephrology, Geriatrics, and Integrative Medicine, among others. Her recent work focuses on the study of happiness and Eastern philosophies.

Changhe Yu

Changhe Yu, MD, Ph.D., is an Associate Chief Physician at Dongzhimen Hospital. His research focuses on the clinical efficacy of Tuina therapy, particularly its comparison with conventional treatments for musculoskeletal disorders like knee osteoarthritis.

Itana Scher

Itana Scher holds a Master's degree in Professional Health Education from FIOCRUZ and a degree in Pharmacy. Her expertise covers Pharmacognosy, Ethnopharmacy, Ethnobotany, and Popular Health Education, focusing on traditional and popular knowledge systems in health.

Lara Vieira S. Meira

Pediatrician specialized in Anthroposophic and Integrative Pediatrics. Conducted the first survey on TCIM in Brazilian pediatrics (2019). Manages a Pediatric Long-Term Care Unit in Brasília and serves as Assistant Coordinator of CABSIN's Integrative Pediatrics Committee.

Kamilla Reis

Kamilla Reis is a Naturologist and specialist in women's health. She serves as the Executive Director of the Brazilian Association of Naturology (ABRANA) and its representative at the National Health Council, where she contributes to public health policies.

Michelle J. Bombacie

Michelle J. Bombacie is the Program Manager for Integrative Therapies at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, focusing on personalized health for children with chronic diseases. She is a co-author of several book chapters on pediatric integrative oncology.

Laura Alves Cota e Souza

PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the Federal University of Ouro Preto, her research focuses on women's health during menopause, metabolic disorders, and integrative practices like yoga. She has experience in teaching and scientific consulting and is a postdoctoral fellow at UFOP.

Aderson Moreira da Rocha

Physician with a PhD in Public Health, Aderson Moreira da Rocha specializes in Nutrology, Acupuncture, and Ayurveda. He serves as the Scientific Director of the Brazilian Association of Ayurveda and is the author of the book "A Tradição do Ayurveda."

Felipe Goulart

Felipe Goulart, PhD, is a professional in integrative health. He serves as Director of the CORPUSS Health Clinic, Professor at Verum Salutem, and is a member of CABSIN's Osteopathy Committee, with a background in Clinical Naturology, Osteopathy, and Physiotherapy.

Roberto Campos Navarro

Roberto Campos Navarro is a physician specializing in family medicine and a social anthropologist with a PhD from UNAM. Since 1987, he has been a full-time professor of medical anthropology and interculturality at the Faculty of Medicine, UNAM.

Zeyang Shi

Zeyang Shi holds a Master of Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine from Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. His professional focus is on advancing Evidence-based Traditional Chinese Medicine, contributing to the scientific validation of traditional practices.

Esther Martínez García

Idania Rodeiro

Idania Rodeiro Guerra, PhD, is a Senior Researcher at ICIMAR–CITMA and an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Medicine “Victoria de Girón.” With over 30 years of experience, her research focuses on the pharmacological and toxicological evaluation of natural products.

Lisiane Löbler

Lisiane Löbler is a Biologist with a Master's in Agrobiology, currently serving as a Public Policy Analyst. She works in the technical area of the State Policy on Integrative and Complementary Practices at the Rio Grande do Sul State Health Secretariat.

Marilene Proença Rebello De Souza

Marilene Proença R. Souza is a Full Professor at the University of São Paulo's Institute of Psychology and a member of CABSIN. She coordinates the LIEPPE and the Centre for Science for the Development of Basic Education, focusing on school psychology.

Lauriane Martins Santana

Lauriane Martins Santana is a PhD candidate at the Oswaldo Cruz Institute (IOC/FIOCRUZ). She works as a psychologist in a hospital mental health service and as a community therapist, with experience in integrative practices within Brazil's public health system.

Andréia Santos

Andréia Santos is a pediatrician, pediatric endocrinologist, and Ayurvedic therapist. She contributes to medical education as a professor and medical residency supervisor in pediatrics at institutions in Sete Lagoas, Minas Gerais.

Cindy Neunert

Cindy Neunert is a Professor of Pediatrics at CUIMC, specializing in pediatric hematology. Her work focuses on patient outcomes in hematologic disorders, particularly Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP), and establishing clinical care that includes integrative therapies.

Adriana Passos

Adriana Passos is a Professor at the School of Pharmacy, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro. She is a member of the Technical Committee on Homeopathy of the Brazilian Pharmacopoeia Commission at ANVISA and has expertise in Natural Products and Homeopathy.

Denise Cusack

Denise Cusack is the Executive Director of Herbalists Without Borders. A clinical herbalist and certified aromatherapist, she coordinates global disaster relief, manages humanitarian aid programs, and supports community wellness through education and outreach initiatives worldwide.

Kirgizova Natalia

Kirgizova Natalia is a medical doctor with extensive international training in traditional and complementary medicine, including in China, South Korea, the UK, and France. Her expertise covers neurology, acupuncture, bioresonance therapy, and public health.

Ronaldo Mota

Ronaldo Mota is the Chair in Artificial Intelligence at the Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), affiliated with the CBAE. An Emeritus Researcher, he serves on the BNDES Strategic Affairs Committee and is Director-Secretary of the Brazilian Academy of Education.

Vânia Leite

Vânia Leite is a Users’ Representative on the National Health Council, affiliated with the National Conference of Bishops of Brazil. With a background in Economic Sciences and Social Work, she contributes to public health policy development and oversight.

Xiaoying Chen

Xiaoying Chen is a clinician and researcher in traditional, complementary, and integrative medicine (TCIM). Her work focuses on integrative oncology, evidence synthesis, and clinical research methodology to promote evidence-based Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).

Sergio Spalter

Sergio Spalter is a medical doctor with a PhD in Immunology. He also practices as a pediatrician and psychotherapist, integrating these disciplines in his professional approach at Hospital Albert Einstein.

Paulo Roberto Souza Rocha

Nívia Tavares

Putira Sacuena

Cristiane Pereira dos Santos

Silvanilde Carvalho

Tristan Carter

Candice Schneider

Zahra Ghahremani

Rajagopala S

Melissa Macedo

Nirupa Raghunathan

Elena Ladas

Jessica Jimenez

Carolina Oil Lam Ung

Andrea Vulcanis

Maria Katia Gomes

Priscila Goré Emílio

Sonia Venâncio

Luiz Stern

Ana Prade

Keli Pauli

Ananda Ruguê

Tamer Aboushanab

Débora Fortes Bartoli

Bel Saide

Carolina Carvalho

Guilherme Peniche

Derick Resende

Michelly Eggert Paschuino

Naturologist and Esthetician, Specialist in Acupuncture, Biocompatible Aesthetics and Cosmetics, and Medical Cannabis. Master’s Degree in Semiotics and a University Lecturer (Professor) in Health Sciences. CEO of Tregge in Brazil.

Karen Sukadolnik

Diogo Teixeira

Neila Lopes Morais

Brisa Almeida

Mauricio Herdy Chaloub

Fernando Hellmann

Michael Rocha Granja Pereira da Silva

Rachel Trevisan Marion

Kamilla Dornelas

Sophia Teixeira

João Vitor da Costa Batista

Ninoska Flores

Raffael Dall Alba

Pâmela Rocha Perez

Danilo Maciel Carneiro

Rafael Reinehr

Andréia Vasconcelos Aguiar Santos

Adalberto Barreto

Mamza Mothibe

Vladimir Araujo da Silva

Tereza Claudia de Andrade Camargo

Tais Novaki Ribeiro

Paulo Maurício Oliveira Vieira

Monica Galanti de La Paz

Michael Mueller

Melissa Nagare

Mayra Gabriela Machado de Souza

María Teresa Sanhueza

Liliane Cristina de Além-Mar e Silva

Leonardo Figueiredo Pinto

Leila Brito Bergold

Katia Regina Torres

Katharina Batschari

Karine Luciele Grehs Meller

Iwan Hari Rusawan

Gustavo Tenorio Cunha

Gleyce Moreno Barbosa

Edna Aparecida da Rocha Teshima

Dalvani Marques

Catherine Louise Smith

Bruna da Silva Lima

Andrea Bottoni

Aloisio Andrade Freitas

Vânia Lúcia Ferreira Leite

Jaqueline Souza

Evelyn Anie Gonzalez Pla

Dr. Evelyn Anie González Pla is the President of the Cuban Society of Natural and Traditional Medicine. She is also an Auxiliary Professor and Researcher, holding a Master's degree in Bioenergetic and Naturalistic Medicine and a specialization in her field.

Liliane Maria Torres

Kirsten Baker

Márcia Elisabeth Rodrigues

Ana Cláudia Moraes Barros Leite-Mor

Heidemarie Haller

Eliane Conceição Santos Locks

Viviane Aleixo de Paula Xavier

Thales Wallace Cosmo Carvalho

Mavis Fhumulani Mulaudzi

Kunle Adewale

Mengyuan Shen

Cristina Romanelli

Helen Lavretsky

Erfan Ghanad

Zaida Maria Faria Freitas

Xiao-ying Chen

Xiaohe Sun

Ursula Wolf

Shalini Rai

Pedro Luiz Corrêa da Silva Junior

Natalia Kirgizova

Merle Vollgraf

Maria Del Mar Begara Morillas

Louise CMA Silva

Lara de Carvalho Pinheiro

Johann Perdomo Delgado

Janet Schloss

Andreas Schmitt

Ingryd de Oliveira Cardoso

Glenn Shepard

Darrel Manitowabi

Daniel Pach

Daniel Gallego

Daniela Artemis Koppold

Boris Hauray

Boris Hauray is a sociologist and research fellow at the National Institute for Health and Medical Research (Inserm). His research focuses on the moral, social, and political dimensions of therapeutics, providing critical insights into healthcare systems.

Brendo Rodrigues

Bhargavi Seshadri

André Luís Fonseca Macedo

Alessandra Costa

Abhijeet Shirkande

Lingjiao, Q

Maria Beatrice Morelli

Maria Beatrice Morelli is an Associate Professor at the University of Camerino and Co-Director of postgraduate programs on Complementary Therapies. Her research focuses on the anticancer properties of natural compounds and the modulation of ion channels in oncology.