Speakers

Denise Cusack, clinical herbalist and Executive Director of Herbalists Without Borders, leads global disaster relief and humanitarian aid programs. Her work bridges traditional healing and modern science to build community resilience and foster integrative care for underserved populations worldwide.
Cindy Neunert, Professor of Pediatrics at Columbia University, is an expert in hematologic disorders like Immune Thrombocytopenia. Her work focuses on integrating complementary therapies into clinical practice, enhancing patient-related outcomes by bridging conventional and integrative care.
Explore Michelle J. Bombacie's expertise in personalized integrative health for children with chronic diseases. As Program Manager at Columbia University, she leads programs in pediatric hematology and oncology, contributing significantly to evidence-based non-pharmacological therapies.
Principal Scientist at USP, Maria Monagas develops and reviews monographs for botanical ingredients, ensuring their quality and safety in dietary supplements. With over 20 years of experience, her work is crucial for establishing evidence-based standards for global public health.
Karen Berenice Denez, a pharmacist with a Master's in Pharmaceutical Assistance, represents the Federal Council of Pharmacy on Brazil's National Health Council. She contributes to integrating Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine into public health systems and policies.