Kristi Hughes has dedicated her professional path to the study and practice of root-cause medicine. Dr. Hughes served as a Director of Medical Education at IFM for a decade, where she was responsible for the development of medical education, nutrition-oriented, and clinical tools to support patient education. 

Dr. Wafaa is the first certified Functional Medicine Doctor in Egypt and the Middle East. She is also a certified international health coach from The Institute for Integrative Nutrition, IIN, USA, which empowers her to closely establish the confidence and empathy needed to work with her patients.

Dr. Kyle Daigle is a pioneering force in neurological rehab, blending cutting-edge research, advanced technology, and regenerative medicine to transform patient recovery. As Co-Founder of NeuroSolution and Co-Inventor of Neurosage, he’s reshaping how we approach brain health, using light, sound, movement, and AI-driven therapies to accelerate healing. A global lecturer, award-winning innovator, and relentless visionary, Dr. Daigle is on a mission to revolutionize rehab and push the boundaries of what’s possible in neuroplasticity and recovery.

Rania is a prominent figure in the fitness industry, with an extensive 32-year career spanning New Zealand, Middle East & Asia Sub-continent regions. Coming from a medical background, her transition into the world of fitness was driven by her deep passion for health and wellness. Through her efforts, Rania has left an impressive mark on the fitness industry, inspiring countless individuals to pursue their fitness aspirations.

As the driving force behind MEFITPRO in Dubai - UAE, Rania has played a pivotal role in the success of over 22 leading fitness brands. Her leadership extends to the creation of the highly-regarded MEFIT Health & Fitness Summit, a platform dedicated to advancing education within the fitness community.

Dr. Weiss serves as the Chief Scientific Officer at Trility Health, a California-based life sciences company specializing in clinically validated medical foods and the creator of Acend, a precision polyphenol medical food. He is a Co-Founder and Medical Director of the Holobiont Medical Research Foundation and BiomeMimetics, LLC, a San Francisco-based microbiome consultancy focused on clinicaly validated product development. Additionally, he founded Weiss Bioscience, Inc., a San Francisco-based microbiome company and creator of Symbiome skincare products. Previously, he was the Founding Chief Medical Officer at AOBiome, where he developed AOB-101, the first live topical therapeutic, and Mother Dirt AO Mist, the first probiotic cosmetic. He has a broad background in natural products chemistry, microbiology, clinical medicine, biophysics, pharmaceutical development, and microbiome product innovation. He earned an MD from Stanford University and a BS in Biochemistry from Cornell University. He holds over 20 patents and has published in the fields of chemistry, electrophysiology, clinical pharmacology, and microbiome research.  

With over 20 years of experience in the wellness industry, and more than a decade in supplement formulation and brand building, Dave Catudal is a recognized authority in health and peak performance. A cancer survivor who lost his father to cancer at a young age, Dave has dedicated his life to developing health solutions and protocols that empower people to improve their quality of life and healthspan.

Through Forus, Dave channels his personal journey and deep industry expertise into co-creating a global supplement brand built on science, efficacy, and trust.

Romina Melwani is the founder of The Nutrition Collective platform for healthcare professionals. Her passion for nutrition and integrative medicine led her to build this educational community that can access cutting-edge knowledge from global experts all the while making CPD accessible and affordable. Romina is also an certified Nutritionist and Mycotherapist practitioner specialising in immune, hormonal, brain and digestive health.

Dr. Ebenezer is an Internationally recognised thought leader in healthcare innovation, with expertise in applying global best practices to local and regional healthcare systems. He is a doctor specialised in Doctor in Longevity, Preventive & Regenerative Medicine. He is also the founder and director of Vervé Wellness Clinic.

Dr. Jenna Burton is a UK-trained medical doctor with a diverse and dynamic background that spans emergency medicine, aviation health, education, and high-performance wellbeing. Her career has taken her from teaching in nursery schools and corporate offices to working as an Emergency Air Ambulance Physician, serving with Emirates Airline, and providing medical care ringside for some of the world’s biggest international fight events.

Driven by a passion for helping people feel and perform at their best, Dr. Burton combines conventional medicine with cutting-edge functional, longevity, and aesthetic approaches. Her philosophy centers on precision and prevention — addressing the root causes of ageing and imbalance rather than simply treating symptoms.

She is deeply invested in male and female health, exploring how hormones, peptides, supplements, and evidence-based functional strategies can optimize vitality, enhance recovery, and improve long-term outcomes. Dr. Burton’s unique perspective integrates medical science with holistic wellbeing, making her approach both deeply human and highly effective.

Dr. John Boyer, DPT, CPSS, MMI — Physical Therapist, Performance Scientist & Adjunct Professor at Middlesex University Dubai

John Boyer is a physical therapist, performance scientist, and Adjunct Professor at Middlesex University specializing in the integration of molecular science, diagnostics, and movement for human longevity. As a former pro basketball player with over 15 years of international experience, he has worked with organizations including VALD, Adidas, Bioniq, the German National Basketball Federation, and now B-Health, to advance objective measurement and applied health strategies. Now based in Dubai, John leads performance initiatives across the Middle East and continues to bridge clinical science with practical application in education, research, and technology.

Dr. Rochael Debideen is a distinguished Functional and Regenerative Medical Practitioner with over a decade of clinical experience, seamlessly blending modern medicine with integrative healing. With a strong foundation in medicine, she has developed expertise in advanced regenerative therapies, DNA-based health optimization and functional medicine approaches designed to restore balance and vitality.

As the Medical Manager at Everwell, Dr. Debideen leads innovation in personalized care while overseeing a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest standards of clinical excellence. Her career is marked by academic honors, international certifications and a passionate commitment to empowering patients to achieve lasting health, beauty and longevity.

Louise heads the Strategy department for the Nutrition Collective and is a qualified nutritional therapist running her own practice Louise Ritchie Nutrition, specialising in cancer support. Louise is an advocate and firm believer that knowledge is power and working with The Nutrition Collective on bringing all the latest knowledge and research on a broad range of subjects related to Health and Nutrition is an exciting and rewarding part of her work and practice.