Clinical Advances in Genetic Analysis and Its Practical Application: DNA Core, Hormones and Mind
The field of genetic testing for personalized healthcare is growing exponentially. Keeping abreast of advances in technology, the literature, and understanding the clinical utility from research findings are all important aspects to consider when incorporating nutrigenetics as a valuable tool in practice. This webinar will discuss the clinical and scientific validity of the genes that should be considered in a nutrigenetic test report, as well as the interpretation and presentation of this information. Practical application of nutrigenetic testing from a physician’s perspective will also be explored through case-study examples addressing core health areas as well as mental and hormonal conditions.
Speakers
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Jeff Bland, PhDJeffrey Bland, PhD, is a pioneering figure in the food-is-medicine movement and a leading expert in nutritional biochemistry. As founder of Big Bold Health, he now focuses on longevity through immune health, championing the concept of immune rejuvenation as a pathway to healthy aging. Dr. Bland’s work highlights the powerful role of plant polyphenols and omega-3 fatty acids in supporting immune resilience. Widely known as the “father of Functional Medicine,” he has spent more than 40 years advancing nutrition science, regenerative agriculture, and personalized approaches to lifelong vitality.
Dr. Bland began his career in academia as a university professor. In the early 1980s, he became a protégé of two-time Nobel Laureate, Dr. Linus Pauling. Dr. Bland then spent decades as a natural products industry insider and entrepreneur, while also serving as a scientific advisor and mentor to dynamic founders and leading brands.
A lifelong educator, Dr. Bland has traveled the world many times over as a renowned speaker. In 1991, he and his wife, Susan, founded The Institute for Functional Medicine. In 2012, they established another educational nonprofit called The Personalized Lifestyle Medicine Institute, which brings together researchers, clinicians, industry leaders, and other stakeholders to focus on new models of healthcare delivery, advancements in medical nutrition therapy, and exciting emerging science.
Dr. Bland is the author of The Disease Delusion: Conquering the Causes of Chronic Illness for a Healthier, Longer, and Happier Life, as well as additional books and many research papers. His next book will be published by HarperCollins in March 2027. The Nourished Gene: Rejuvenate Your Immunity, Reverse Chronic Symptoms, and Activate Your Longevity is now available for pre-order from all major booksellers.
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Denise Furness, PhDDr Denise Furness, PhD is a molecular geneticist and functional medicine practitioner. She is a pioneer in the field of nutrigenomics and epigenetics (precision medicine) with 20 years’ experience.
Denise began her career as a research scientist focusing on folate nutrigenomics, methylation, and DNA damage. She has published her work in peer reviewed journals and won numerous awards for her research and conference presentations.
In 2012 she founded Your Genes and Nutrition and began applying her knowledge in clinical practice. Denise has a special interest in fertility, thyroid and autoimmunity (after recovering from autoimmune thyroid disease herself), as well as healthy ageing. She is currently running a biological ageing study, aimed at improving mental health and naturally slowing the ageing process. -
Devan Szczepanski, MD, MADr. Devan Szczepanski is a board-certified Family Medicine physician, founder of Reformative Medicine®, and CEO of NuWell Medicine™ with clinics in Florida and Louisiana. With advanced training in genomics, nutrition, and neuropsychology, Dr. Szczepanski has developed a precision clinical framework known as the “Triangle of Health,” integrating DNA (structure), labs (function), and gut (connection) to personalize care.
This work focuses on transforming fragmented healthcare into a unified, data-driven system that improves clinical outcomes while restoring trust between provider and patient. Dr. Szczepanski is actively collaborating on AI-assisted clinical modeling and longitudinal care systems designed to scale Reformative Medicine globally.
A sought-after speaker and educator, Dr. Szczepanski teaches clinicians how to translate complex biological data into actionable, patient-centered care.
