Innovation

Dr. Jeffrey Bluestone Unlocking the Immune System

Dr. Jeffrey Bluestone explains how breakthroughs in immune tolerance and regulatory T cell therapies may cure autoimmune diseases and reshape cancer treatment. His work at Sonoma Bio signals a new era in precision immunotherapy.

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Renée Fleming Harnessing Music for Wellness

Renée Fleming, world-renowned soprano and arts-health advocate, explores how music and creative arts benefit cognition, pain, emotional health, and recovery. Her anthology Music and Mind showcases how the arts are powerful tools for wellness.

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Dr. David Feinberg Using Tech to Humanize Healthcare

Dr. David Feinberg, Chairman of Oracle Health, explains how big data and AI can transform healthcare—if they enhance human connection. He calls for system-wide reform focused on empathy, prevention, and equity, not just tech for tech’s sake.

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Dr. Elissa Epel Breaking the Cycle of Stress

Chronic stress isn’t just a feeling—it accelerates aging, weakens immunity, and disrupts our biology. But according to Dr. Elissa Epel, the key to resilience lies in daily self-care: deep breathing, mindful movement, nature walks, and love. Even five-minute pauses can restore balance and transform stress into strength.

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Dr. Mark Hyman Democratizing Health Care

Dr. Mark Hyman believes the future of medicine isn’t about managing disease—it’s about creating health. Functional medicine, rooted in systems biology, uncovers root causes rather than masking symptoms. By restoring balance through nutrition, lifestyle, and personalized care, Dr. Hyman says we can reverse chronic illness and lower healthcare costs. It’s time to rethink how we heal.

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Dr. C Michael Gibson Preventing Cardiovascular Disease

Despite major medical advances, heart disease still claims a life every 30 seconds in the U.S. Dr. C. Michael Gibson believes prevention—starting in childhood—is key. From wearables and AI to statins and gene editing, he shares how we can outsmart cardiovascular disease with early detection, smarter care, and upstream interventions to reduce suffering and save lives.

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Dr. BJ Miller Rethinking Death

Dr. BJ Miller invites us to rethink how we live, die, and care. A triple amputee and palliative care specialist, he champions a healthcare model rooted in dignity, empathy, and presence—not just procedures. By welcoming mortality rather than fearing it, Miller helps patients and families navigate serious illness with meaning, connection, and beauty.

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Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett Novel Vaccine Development for Pandemic Preparedness

Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett helped develop the COVID-19 vaccine in record time—but her legacy goes beyond science. She fused immunology with public health to save lives and build trust in underserved communities. Now at Harvard, she continues breaking barriers, advancing pandemic preparedness, and inspiring the next generation of scientists with a powerful message: be yourself and serve boldly.

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Dr. Cheryl Pegus Consumerism in Medicine

Dr. Cheryl Pegus has led transformation from boardrooms to bedside, championing prevention, technology, and health equity. She believes real change starts with implementation—data must lead to action. With experience across Walmart, Morgan Health, and Pfizer, Pegus calls for value-based care, diverse research, and team-based medicine to bridge gaps and deliver “whole health” for every community.

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