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HOMeHOPe Conference 2026

Held October 2–3, 2026 · Chicago

Thank you to the practitioners, health optimizers, speakers, and partners who joined us. Explore the program and speakers below.

The People Shaping What Comes Next in Health

Dominic D'Agostino, PhD -

Dominic D'Agostino, PhD

Dominic D’Agostino, Ph.D., is a tenured Associate Professor at the University of South Florida (USF) Morsani College of Medicine in the Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Physiology. He teaches medical neuroscience, medical physiology, nutrition and neuropharmacology. He is also a Senior Visiting Research Scientist at the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition (IHMC) to assist with their efforts towards optimizing the safety, health and resilience of the warfighter and astronaut. His primary research focuses on developing and testing nutritional and metabolic-based therapies for a variety of disease states and advancing the use of metabolic-based therapies into human clinical applications.

JJ Virgin -

JJ Virgin

Revolutionary health leader JJ Virgin is a triple-board certified nutrition expert, Fitness Hall of Famer, and a passionate advocate for the healing power of food and exercise. She’s on a mission to redefine aging—not as something to endure, but as a stage of life to own with strength, vitality, and purpose.

Dr. Elizabeth Yurth - Renowned Expert in Longevity, Regenerative Medicine, and Cutting-Edge Health Innovations

Dr. Elizabeth Yurth

As a double board-certified physician in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Anti-Aging/Regenerative Medicine, Dr. Elizabeth Yurth, MD, brings over 30 years of clinical expertise. She remains at the forefront of orthopedics, cellular medicine, regenerative medicine, and longevity science. A dedicated educator and practitioner, she integrates cutting-edge research with practical application to help patients optimize health, resilience, and the future of aging.

Kiran Krishnan -

Kiran Krishnan

Kiran Krishnan is a Research Microbiologist and leading expert in the human microbiome, with over 17 years of experience in the dietary supplement and nutrition industry. With a strong research background in molecular medicine and microbiology from the University of Iowa, he bridges cutting-edge science with practical clinical application. Kiran currently serves as Chief Scientific Officer at Microbiome Labs and Physician’s Exclusive, LLC., and is a co-founder of Nu Science Trading, LLC., where he has helped develop over 50 nutritional products for global brands.

Dr. Lucia Aronica -

Dr. Lucia Aronica

Dr. Lucia Aronica is a Stanford lecturer and leading expert in epigenetics and personalized nutrition whose work shows that our daily habits can transform how our genes are read. With more than 17 years of research experience, she developed Stanford’s first professional programs in nutritional epigenetics and the biology of longevity and has been featured by Netflix, TEDx and other major outlets. Drawing on Italian cultural warmth and rigorous science, Dr. Aronica investigates how food‑derived compounds and lifestyle choices modify epigenetic marks to promote health and prevent disease, translating complex discoveries into practical strategies that empower people to “outlive their DNA”.

Dr. Patrick Hanaway -

Dr. Patrick Hanaway

Patrick Hanaway, is a board-certified family physician trained at Washington University and a nationally recognized leader in integrative and functional medicine. He is past president of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine and has served on the executive committee of the American Board of Integrative Medicine. Dr. Hanaway spent a decade as Chief Medical Officer at Genova Diagnostics and later served as Chief Medical Education Officer at The Institute for Functional Medicine, where he helped shape IFM’s global educational programs and clinical standards.

Abin Kuriakose - Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer of World Business Chicago

Abin Kuriakose

Abin Kuriakose is a leading economic development executive and civic leader who specializes in the intersection of technology, government, and inclusive economic growth. As the Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer at World Business Chicago, he is dedicated to driving equitable, innovative strategies to the forefront of the city's tech and venture ecosystem. With a diverse background spanning public policy, local government, and venture strategy, Abin is passionate about empowering local entrepreneurs and fostering community development. He previously managed a vast portfolio as the Director of ChicagoNEXT, leading flagship initiatives like the Chicago Venture Summit, ThinkChicago, and the Blackstone Inclusive Entrepreneurship Challenge.

Neil Grunberg, PhD -

Neil Grunberg, PhD

Neil E. Grunberg, Ph.D., is Professor of Military and Emergency Medicine and Professor of Neuroscience in the Uniformed Services University (USU) School of Medicine; Professor in the USU Graduate School of Nursing; and Director of Research and Development in the USU Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) program, Bethesda, Maryland. He is a medical psychologist, social psychologist, and behavioral neuroscientist. Dr. Grunberg earned baccalaureate degrees in Medical Microbiology and Psychology from Stanford University (1975); M.A. (1977), M.Phil. (1979), and Ph.D. (1980) degrees in Physiological Psychology and Social Psychology from Columbia University; and completed doctoral training in Pharmacology at Columbia University’s College of Physicians & Surgeons (1976-79). Since 1979, he has trained medical professionals for the military and public health sectors, as well as scientists for academia.

Dr. Scott Sherr - COO of Troscriptions, HOMeHOPe Practitioner and Specialist in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Dr. Scott Sherr

Dr. Scott Sherr is a Board-Certified Internal Medicine Physician with certifications in Health Optimization Medicine (HOMe) and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT). HIs clinical practice includes HOMe as its foundation plus an integrative approach to hyperbaric oxygen therapy that includes HBOT protocols, the HOMe framework, targeted supplementation, personal practices, synergistic technologies (new and ancient), and more.

The 2026 Conference Program

7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Breakfast: Registration, Badge Pickup & Coffee
Grand Ballroom / Walton
8:30 AM – 8:45 AM
Welcome & Opening Remarks

Boomer Anderson

Grand Ballroom
8:45 AM – 9:00 AM
Welcome to Chicago

Abin Kuriakose

Grand Ballroom
9:00 AM – 9:45 AM
The Beneficial Side Effect of Health Optimization Medicine for Primary Care

Dr. Jup Kuipers

Grand Ballroom
9:45 AM – 10:30 AM
Epinutrition: Eating for Younger Genes

Dr. Lucia Aronica

Grand Ballroom
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Smoothie Bar
Walton Room
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
HOMeHOPe Faculty Fireside Chat
Grand Ballroom
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
The GLP-1 Revolution: Transforming Cardiometabolic Care

Dr. Abid Husain

Grand Ballroom
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch
Walton Ballroom
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
A Therapeutic Guide to Terra-forming the Gut Microbiome

Patrick Hanaway

Grand Ballroom
1:45 PM – 2:00 PM
Afternoon Break
Walton Room
2:00 PM – 2:45 PM
Optimizing Health and Healthcare Teams

Dr. Neil Grunberg

Grand Ballroom
2:45 PM – 3:15 PM
Before the Bump: Health Optimisation for Fertility, Pregnancy & the Next Generation

Jodi Duval

Grand Ballroom
3:15 PM – 4:00 PM
Science and Applications of Ketogenic Metabolic Therapy

Dr. Dominic D'Agostino

Grand Ballroom
4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
30 min Q&A

Panel

Grand Ballroom
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Dinner
Club International
6:30 PM – Evening
Second City Chicago — Evening Event (230 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60614)
Second City (off-site)

Topics

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Hormones

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Health Optimization Medicine

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Gut Health

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Environmental Toxins

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Sleep Optimization

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Longevity

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Peptides

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Exercise

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...and more!

Hear from our attendees!

Hear from our attendees!

Thank you to our partners

Troscriptions
Young Goose
Waking Up
Perspire Sauna Studio
Dry Farm Wines
Qualia Life Sciences
Resbiotic
KetoneAid
Audacious Nutrition

What makes HOMeHOPe different?

Clinicians trained in Health Optimization Medicine® join a vibrant community, mastering cutting-edge science distilled into practical clinical wisdom through weekly cohort-style online classes, best-in-class business training, and an annual conference—transforming patient care from disease management to true health optimization.

Cutting edge technology

Cutting edge technology

Telehealth ready

Telehealth ready

High CME courses

High CME courses

The HOMeHOPe difference
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2026 HOMeHOPe Conference

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