Optimising Stress
with Professor Modupe Akinola
Organisational psychologist and social scholar Modupe Akinola shares lessons learned from studies in the science of stress and creativity, highlighting research on the effect of stress on performance, and how individuals can harness stress to enhance their productivity and well-being.
In this session, Professor Akinola will present her innovative work on stress resilience and the challenge mindset. She explores how reframing stress as a challenge rather than a threat can led to improved performance and better health outcomes. You will learn practical strategies to cultivate this mindset, with tools to transform negative perspectives into opportunities for enhanced resilience.
Where There’s Hope There’s Health
with Rachel Arthur
With a strong foundation in clinical practice and practitioner education in integrative nutrition and health, Rachel Arthur has provided both guidance and leadership within the practitioner community. In this session, Rachel examines the implications of diagnosing disease, the common tendency to over-pathologise, and the benefits of a therapeutic approach that prioritises hope and healing. Rachel will share her expertise in a succinct, thoroughly researched and clinically relevant way.
Epigenetics and AI to Add 20 Years of Healthspan
with Dr Matt Dawson
Dr Matt Dawson's journey in healthcare spans from emergency to general medicine, transitioning to functional medicine, to focusing on genomics, epigenetics, health optimisation and precision medicine in recent years. This shift has seen Dr Dawson expand from clinical practice to the development of genomic and epigenetic tools for clinical use.
This session will deliver an engaging overview and synthesis of several emerging topics relevant to clinical practice, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, healthspan medicine and epigenetics. Discover how these disciplines have grown as a tool of everyday clinical utility, and how Natural Healthcare Practitioners are in the best position to be pioneers in treatment recommendations with game-changing new insights to prevention and treatment of chronic disease.
Herbs and Supplements for Active Longevity: Unlocking the Secrets to Healthy Ageing
with Professor Kerry Bone
Professor Kerry Bone brings his wealth of knowledge and experience to Symposium. In this presentation, Professor Bone will explore the critical topic of successful ageing and extending healthspan, with a focus on exploring the hallmarks of ageing and revealing a key new theory of ageing.
With expertise in phytotherapy and translating complex botanical science into practical applications, Professor Bone highlights how specific herbs can work in harmony with the body's innate healing mechanisms to support longevity and maintain cognitive vitality.
Snoozing Through the Storm: In Search of Resilient Sleep
with Dr Greg Potter
Dr Greg Potter is a leading expert in circadian rhythms and a highly respected voice in functional medicine and wellness. In this presentation, Dr Potter will explore the intricate connections between circadian biology, nutrition, and physical and mental resilience.
Known for his insightful research and exceptional communication skills, Dr Potter will translate complex scientific concepts into practical, actionable advice for practitioners. His talk will bridge the gaps between chronobiology, sports performance, and functional medicine, offering a unique perspective on how to harness our body's natural rhythms to promote optimal health.
Beyond Sustenance: Harnessing Nutrition for Optimal Health and Healing
with Dr Tim Crowe
Dr Tim Crowe is a respected Australian Nutritionist and Accredited Practising Dietitian, bringing his expertise with a focus on dietary strategies for enhancing our body's natural defences.
In his presentation, Dr Crowe will explore the powerful role of nutrition in bolstering our resilience against environmental challenges and mitigating the effects of accelerated ageing. This presentation offers a positive, proactive approach to nutrition to facilitate the body's natural healing and ability to thrive in the face of modern environmental challenges.
Integrating Body and Mind: Reclaiming Safety, Agency and Direction
with Sue Read
Sue Read brings Flourish to life through her former and current pursuits. As a former professional athlete, to a key opinion leader in psychology and applied neuroscience, Sue brings experience and research to the Symposium stage.
This session explores the mind-body interactions to support patients from floundering to flourishing, highlighting disciplines such as epigenetics, interoception, neuroplasticity and personal values. Sue weaves inspiration with clinically actionable tools to empower patients from dysregulated and disembodied, to finding safety, connection, and purpose.
A Formula for Flourishing
with Robert Claridge
Robert Claridge shares his wisdom and clinical expertise to support patients and practitioners, and deliver successful outcomes. This session outlines the power of the practitioner, practical approaches to clinical practice, and the biopsychosocial impact of change and developing resilience. By moving from a disease-care to wellness care model, and focusing on building systems for a great life, Robert will leave you with a fresh perspective on how our patients can flourish, your practice can flourish, and our industry can flourish.
Demedicalising Menopause
with Angela Hywood
“By acknowledging the complex interplay between biology, culture, and medicine, we can strive to ensure that women receive comprehensive and personalised care during this significant life transition.” - Munshi et al 2024
Angela Hywood joins us to support patients through perimenopause and menopause with a holistic approach to person-centred care. This session will discuss the role of hormones in bone density, joints and musculoskeletal health; the nuances of menopausal hormonal therapy, and the neurobiological architecture changes that occur during menopause. Angela will show how these principles can be applied in clinic through a real-life case study, providing you with clinically-relevant tools for your practice. Learn how to empower your patients and destigmatise menopause, to promote thriving through all stages of life.
The Performance Alliance: How Quality Relationships Impact Health & Performance
with Lauren Burns
Lauren Burns created sporting history by winning the first Olympic gold medal for Taekwondo when the sport debuted at the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. Driven by a lifelong passion for health, Lauren pursued studies in naturopathy and nutrition, incorporating her education directly into her own training regimen. Lauren works with the Australian Institute of Sport and various sporting organisations, while running a private practice specialising in Performance and Lifestyle Coaching.
Lauren brings her contagious energy and down-to-earth delivery to present a fusion of lessons from elite athleticism, naturopathic care and academic insights to inspire and guide clinicians to provide comprehensive treatment to their patients and themselves.