Livelong Women's Health Summit
Agenda
A two-day, evidence-first summit bringing together leading clinicians, researchers, and women committed to living longer, healthier, and stronger lives—without hype.
Friday, april 17
Get yourself ready for respectful, clear-eyed engagement with the Livelong Community who face aging without hype, fear, or oversimplification.
Ready to get connected? Stephanie Cowan — Performance artist and community builder will kick off the Summit off with an inspirational look at what the event is about and how to make vital new connections.
with:
Brad Inman — Founder of Livelong and media entrepreneur who will explain the story behind the roots and the inspiration for The Livelong Woman.
Your body doesn’t work like a man’s, and that changes everything. Discover the breakthrough science giving you real tools to take control of your longevity.
- Dr. Stacy Sims, PhD — Exercise physiologist known for pioneering research on female physiology and performance.
Whether you're 25 or 75, understanding the changes in ovarian aging can alter your approach to health. The science of how ovaries age, what it means for your whole body, and why this matters for every woman.
- Dr. Jessica Shepherd, MD — OB-GYN focused on comprehensive women’s health across the lifespan.
- Dr. Natalie Crawford, MD - Reproductive endocrinologist specializing in fertility preservation, ovarian health, and evidence-based reproductive decision-making across the lifespan.
- Dr. Francesca Duncan, MD — Reproductive endocrinologist specializing in ovarian aging and hormonal signaling.
A powerhouse panel explores how estrogen loss impacts every system, from cognitive changes and brain fog to cardiovascular risk and metabolic shifts. Why understanding this transformation is your greatest health advantage.
- Dr. Mary Claire Haver, MD — OB-GYN specializing in menopause science and evidence-based midlife care.
- Dr. Kathleen Jordan, MD — Physician and healthcare executive focused on evidence-based women’s midlife health and metabolic care.
What the latest research reveals about brain aging, Alzheimer’s disease, and prevention—and how advanced imaging is changing what we can detect earlier and more precisely in women’s health.
- Dr. Katrin Andreasson, MD — Neurologist and Alzheimer’s researcher focused on inflammation and brain aging.
- Dr. Todd Constable, PhD — Neuroscientist and brain-imaging expert studying structural and functional brain changes with aging and disease.
What the latest science reveals about sleep architecture, circadian rhythm, and recovery, and how improving sleep may be one of the most powerful levers for long-term health and disease prevention.
- Dr. Sahil Chopra MD - Physician and sleep specialist focused on the intersection of sleep, brain health, metabolism, and performance across the lifespan.
A practical session on why mobility, muscle, and strength training are among the most powerful predictors of long-term independence.
- Dr. Vonda Wright, MD — Orthopedic surgeon and expert in musculoskeletal aging, mobility, and strength across the lifespan.
Join us for an evening of connection, cocktails, and mocktails with longevity experts and like-minded peers.
Available to VIP ticket holders only.
saturday, april 18
Kickstart your day with a uniquely San Francisco wellness experience.
Choose from:
- Grace Cathedral Labyrinth Walk
- Power Walk through Nob Hill
- Tai Chi Fundamentals in Huntington Park
- Morning Meditation & Breathwork
Connect with other women who do not feel the need to be fixed, rushed, or reinvented to age well.
A foundational keynote clarifying which longevity strategies are supported by evidence, which are overstated, and where women should focus now.
- Dr. Mark Hyman, MD — Physician and leading voice in metabolic health, nutrition, and functional medicine.
How technology is reshaping connection, trust, and human presence. A guided, participatory session exploring how artificial intelligence, digital communication, and constant connectivity are changing the way we relate to one another.
- Dr. Juliana Schroeder PhD — UC Berkeley Social psychologist and professor whose research focuses on communication, interpersonal perception, and how people build trust and understanding in modern social contexts.
A panel connecting mental health, behavior, and neuroscience to explain how psychological patterns shape cognitive aging.
- Dr. Sasha Hamdani, MD — Psychiatrist focused on mental health, attention, and emotional regulation.
- Dr. Serena Chen, PhD — Social psychologist researching identity, emotional intelligence, and behavior.
A concise overview of how lifestyle interventions can meaningfully change cardiometabolic risk and long-term trajectory.
- Dr. Dean Ornish, MD — Cardiologist and researcher known for lifestyle-based approaches to cardiovascular disease.
Take a short pause to refuel, connect with exhibitors, and explore longevity innovations before returning to the main stage.
A moderated conversation on aging with agency, meaning, and resilience across life’s later chapters.
- Jane Fonda — Actor, activist, and cultural figure redefining aging and vitality.
Interviewed by Brad Inman — Founder of Livelong Media and media entrepreneur focused on longevity, health, and informed decision-making.
An overview of how aging unfolds at the cellular level and why degeneration and adaptation occur.
- Dr. Wei-Wu He, PhD — Neuroscientist studying cellular mechanisms of brain aging and neurodegeneration.
From CGMs to Oura rings to DEXA scans, how to turn your health data into actionable insights. What's worth tracking, what's overhyped, and how to become the CEO of your own health.
- Dr. Hillary Lin, MD — Women’s health physician specializing in hormonal transitions and tissue health.
- Kayla Barnes — Women’s health educator translating hormonal science into practical guidance.
- Dr. Nicki Bryne, Optispan - Board-certified internal medicine physician and Clinical Director at Optispan, focused on biomarker-driven preventive care and healthspan optimization.
A clear explanation of the cellular and molecular mechanisms that underlie aging and disease risk.
- Dr. Eric Verdin, MD — President and CEO of the Buck Institute for Research on Aging and expert in epigenetics and aging biology.
A break for nourishment, informal conversation, and exploration of curated exhibitors.
Available to VIP ticket holders only.
Choose your path. Pick the topics that resonate with you most.
- Room A: The Power of Muscles: Why strength protects independence, metabolism, and long-term health as women age.
- Dr. Stacy Sims, PhD — Exercise physiologist known for pioneering research on female-specific training, fueling, and performance.
- Dr. Stacy Sims, PhD — Exercise physiologist known for pioneering research on female-specific training, fueling, and performance.
- Room B: Beyond Stress: How mental health, attention, and behavior shape cognitive resilience and emotional well-being over time
- Dr. Sasha Hamdani, MD — Psychiatrist focused on mental health, attention, and emotional regulation across life stages.
- Dr. Serena Chen, PhD — Social psychologist researching identity, emotional intelligence, and the behavioral patterns that influence well-being.
- Room C: The Gut-Brain-Axis: How microbiome science connects digestion, inflammation, and brain health—and what is clinically actionable now.
- Dr. Wei-Wu He, PhD — Neuroscientist studying cellular mechanisms of brain aging and neurodegeneration.
- Dr. Mary Pardee, MD — Gastroenterologist specializing in gut health, the microbiome, and inflammation-driven disease.
- Room A — Caring for Women at Elevated Risk: How cancer risk, survivorship, and medical history reshape women’s health decisions across the lifespan.
- Dr. Mindy Goldman, MD - Clinical Professor of OB/GYN at UCSF and national leader in menopause care for cancer survivors and women at elevated risk; guideline author for ACOG and the National Comprehensive Cancer Network.
- Julia Civardi - Health technology strategist focused on translating medical innovation and clinical science into patient-centered care and scalable health solutions.
- Room B — The Ozempic Era: What GLP-1 medications mean for women’s metabolic health—benefits, risks, trade-offs, and long-term planning.
- Dr. Kathleen Jordan, MD — Physician and healthcare executive focused on evidence-based women’s midlife health and metabolic care.
- Dr. Amy Killen, MD — Physician specializing in hormones, skin health, and regenerative approaches to aging.
- Room C — The New Face of Aging: How skin reflects systemic aging biology, including hormones, inflammation, and cellular health—beyond cosmetics.
- Carolina Reis Oliveira, PhD — Biologist and science communicator translating complex longevity research into accessible insight.
- Room A — Sexual Health, Pelvic Power & Vitality Across the Lifespan
- Dr. Somi Javaid, MD — Board-certified OB-GYN and sexual health expert focused on pelvic health, hormonal transitions, and whole-body vitality for women across the lifespan.
- Room B — Radical Innovation: Rewriting Reproductive Biology
- Antonio Regalado — Senior editor and journalist covering biotechnology, genetics, and reproductive science, with deep expertise in emerging biomedical innovation and its real-world implications.
- Room C — Your Legacy in Your Lifespan
- Maddy Dychtwald — Author and longevity thought leader focused on purpose, aging, and women’s healthspan.
- Jana FitzGerald — Workplace well-being and career longevity expert focused on meaning, energy, and sustainable performance.
Small-group conversations with experts and peers. Find your demographic table or topic table — and feel free to move between sessions.
Table Topics:
- Menopause Beyond HRT with Dr. Mindy Goldman
- Perimenopause: What’s Happening Before Menopause with Dr. Ghazaleh Afshar
- Hair Health During Menopause & Perimenopause with Dr. Isabelle Raymond, Nutrafol
- Hormones & Hot Flashes
- Hormones & the Brain
- Thyroid Health & Longevity
- Protein for Women
- Fasting for Longevity
- Food as Medicine
- Vitamin Deficiencies & Healthspan
- Telomeres & Aging
- Next-Generation Diagnostics with Dr. Nicki Bryne
- Anxiety & Depression in Midlife
- Mood Disorders & Hormones
- Sleep & Your Brain
- The Power of Mindfulness
- Neuro-Aesthetics & Your Home
- The Loneliness Epidemic
- Wearables & Wellness with
- The Red-Light Revolution
- Sexual Health & Longevity
- Sarcopenia & Muscle Health
- The Female Microbiome
- Financial Health & Longevity
- Social Connections
- Career Longevity
- Insulin Resistance & Metabolic Health
- Bone Density & Fracture Risk
- Stress, Cortisol & Inflammation
- Purpose, Meaning & Living Well Longer
A reflective closing session tying science, action, and purpose into a long-term vision for health.
A final opportunity for attendees to ask direct questions and synthesize key insights with a rotating panel of experts.