Keynote Speaker: Pamela Wartian Smith, M.D., MPH, MS
Pamela Wartian Smith, M.D., MPH, MS spent her first twenty years of practice as an emergency room physician in a level 1 trauma center with the Detroit Medical Center and then 29-years as a Functional/Personalized Medicine specialist. She is an internationally known speaker and author. She also holds a master’s in public health degree along with a master’s degree in Metabolic and Nutritional Medicine. Dr. Smith is in private practice and is the senior partner for The Center For Precision Medicine with offices in Michigan and Florida. She has been featured on CNN, PBS, and many other television networks, has been interviewed in numerous consumer magazines and has hosted two of her own radio shows. Dr. Smith was one of the featured physicians on the PBS series “The Embrace of Aging” as well as the on-line medical series “Awakening from Alzheimer’s” and “Regain Your Brain”. Dr. Pamela Smith is the co-director of the Personalized Medicine Certification at The Morsani College of Medicine, University of South Florida. She is the author of fourteen best-selling books. Her book: What You Must Know About Women’s Hormones, 2nd edition was released in 2022. Her book, Maximize Your Male Hormones, was released in 2023 and her book What You Must Know About Thyroid Disorders, 2nd edition, was released late last year. Her newest book, How to Prevent Breast Cancer: Before and After, is due out in January, 2025.
Presentations
- What You Must Know About Women's Hormones
- Hypothyroidism: An Update
- New Treatment Modalities for Hormone Disrupters
Cheryl Burdette, ND
Dr. Burdette is Director of Education at Progressive Medical Center which is one of the largest integrative clinics in the Southeast. She is the co-founder of Precision Point Diagnostics, a laboratory that focuses on gut-based health and wellness. There she designs clinical profiles and trains clinicians on their utilization. She has a rich history in the integrative medicine laboratory space. She designed and teaches the clinical curriculum for Origins Incubator, a practice management group, that has helped to launch many successful practitioners. She is the Educational Director and on the board of advisors for Xymogen, a physician line pharmaceutical. She is on the board of advisors for TheraDura Diagnostik, a German based lab company. She serves on IRB boards, is involved in study design and translational research, and has lectured extensively worldwide. She directs an accredited Naturopathic residency at Progressive. Her passion is teaching about the practice of Integrative and Naturopathic Medicine, to increase awareness of evidenced-based natural therapies, to both rule in and rule out tools that are effective in patient care.
Presentation
- Nitric Oxide: AnUnder-Utilized Tool in Women's Health
Aimee Duffy, MD
Dr. Aimee Duffy is a board-certified physician and founder of Carolina Integrative Medicine, specializing in functional and integrative healthcare for women. With over 20 years of medical experience, Dr. Duffy is dedicated to empowering women to regain their vitality and wellness by addressing the root causes of complex health challenges like hormonal imbalances, chronic fatigue, weight gain, and mood disorders. A bestselling author of "Normal Doesn’t Have Side Effects", Dr. Duffy combines her extensive knowledge of conventional medicine with holistic treatments to create personalized care plans that include nutrition, lifestyle adjustments, and hormone balancing. Known for her compassionate approach, she provides a safe space for women to be heard, understood, and supported throughout their health journeys. Dr. Duffy has become a leading voice in women’s wellness, frequently speaking at conferences, and is known for her dedication to helping women thrive at every stage of life. Her mission is simple: to help women feel empowered, balanced, and in control of their health.
Presentations
- In the Trenches: Practical Solutions for Neuroendocrine Imbalances
- Fabulous Health Before 40: Addressing Fatigue, Mood Instability, Irregular Periods, and Gastrointestinal Issues
LuLu Shimek, ND
Dr. LuLu Shimek is an esteemed Functional Medicine Practitioner and Naturopathic Physician celebrated for her expertise in women’s health, biohacking, and epigenetics. With a passion for addressing the root causes of chronic illnesses, she guides her patients toward transformative healing by enhancing the body’s natural ability to thrive.
A dynamic speaker and global wellness advocate, Dr. LuLu captivates audiences with her innovative insights into health optimization. She authored the groundbreaking book Detox. Nourish. Activate: Plant & Vibrational Medicine for Energy, Mood & Love, which offers a revolutionary approach to healing through the power of botanical medicine and natural therapies.
Dr. LuLu also hosts The Genetic Genius podcast, a series dedicated to unlocking the body’s potential and elevating cellular health. Through engaging episodes and practical advice, she inspires individuals to embrace a life of vitality and balance.
Presentations
- Decoding Hormonal Chaos: Functional Medicine Approaches to Longevity and Hormonal Balance in Perimenopause
- Rewiring Thyroid Health: Mitochondria, Metabolism, and Energy Optimization for Women