Scientific Committee | 6th International Congress of Integrative Medicine

Dr Ralf Oettmeier

Position: Head Physician and Medical Director of Alpstein Clinic Switzerland, President of the International Society of Immunebiology, Milieutherapy and Pleomorphology
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•Medical studying at Friedrich-Schiller-University Jena (Germany)

•Recognition consultant Orthopedics (1992)

• Additional designations: Homeopathy, Chiro-therapy, Natural healing methods, Special Pain Treatment, Acupuncture, Diagnostics and Therapy after F.X. MAYR, Integrative Biological Cancer Medicine, Master of Acupuncture, Expert of Neural therapy

• 1993 – 2014: working in own outpatient department at Greiz with the focus on reflex therapies, homeopathy and special pain treatment

• 2001 – 2014: leading head physician in the Clinic „im LEBEN“ (Comprehensive Center for biological Cancer Medicine, Diagnostic and Therapy after F.X. MAYR, Natural Medicine, special Pain Treatment and Homeopathy) at Greiz

• Leading Doctor at the Paracelsus Clinic Lustmühle (Switzerland), from 2014 till 2017 • Head physician and Medical Director of the Alpstein Clinic in Gais (near Appenzell), Swiss Excellence Center for Biologic-Integrative Medicine and Dentistry, starting 2018

• considerable activities of seminars and presentations in the fields of Biological Medicine, textbook author, a lot of publications

• particular focuses and interests: Promotion of holistic medicine in all fields and its integration in our society, advanced education of medical persons and interested laymen, biological cancer medicine and preventive medicine, further development of systemic procaine therapy, dark field microscopy, integration of organ cell and stem cell treatment quality management in biological medicine, promotion of co-operation between all kinds of holistic working medical persons, national and international networking

Head Physician and Medical Director of Alpstein Clinic Switzerland, President of the International Society of Immunebiology, Milieutherapy and Pleomorphology

 

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Dr. Elad Schiff

Position: Director, Integrative Medicine Service, Bnai Zion Medical Center, Haifa, Israel. President, Israel Society for Complementary Medicine, Israel Medical Association
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Director, Integrative Medicine Service, Bnai Zion Medical Center, Haifa, Israel. President, Israel Society for Complementary Medicine, Israel Medical Association

 

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Prof. Dr Joana Vasconcelos e Cruz

Position: Integrative and Biological Dentistry Specialist, Researcher, and Educator
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An accomplished dentist with a dedicated practice in integrative and biological dentistry, specializing in oral surgery, ceramic implantology, neural therapy, and ozone therapy since 2014. With a strong academic background, including a Ph.D. in Medical Sciences from the Abel Salazar Institute of Biomedical Sciences (2020) and a Master’s Degree in Dentistry from Egas Moniz University Institute (2009), this professional combines clinical expertise with scientific research.

Key Qualifications and Roles:

  • – Exclusive practice in Integrative and Biological Dentistry, certified in the “SMART Protocol” by IAOMT.
  • – Professor of Dental Materials in the Master’s program in Dentistry at IUEM since 2010.
  • – Researcher at the Egas Moniz Interdisciplinary Research Center (CiiEM) since 2018, with contributions to multiple indexed journals, congress presentations, and a patent for an innovative bisphenol A-free dental adhesive.
  • – Holds a postgraduate qualification in Ozone Therapy, enhancing integrative dental care approaches.
Integrative and Biological Dentistry Specialist, Researcher, and Educator

 

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Dr. Hugo Madeira

Position: CEO of Clinica Hugo Madeira
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Graduated in Dental Medicine from ISCSEM in 2007;

Master in Oral Rehabilitation from CESPU in 2009;

Participant in intensive courses and continuous specializations in Oral Implantology, Advanced Oral Surgery, Fixed Prosthesis and Digital Workflow;

Speaker at national and international dental conferences;

Trainer of classroom and online courses in Oral Implantology, Advanced Oral Surgery and Digital Workflow at the Lisbon Dentistry Academy, of which he is the founder;

Clinical practice focused on Advanced Oral Rehabilitation and Oral Implantology, following the foundations of Integrative Medicine;

Digital Implantology course at Harvard University; Author of several posters and lectures at national and international events; Speaker at TEDx and Websummit.

CEO of Clinica Hugo Madeira

 

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José António Rodrigues Lumini de Oliveira

Position: Coordenador Professor at Instituto Superior de Ciências da Saúde (ISAVE)
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José António Lumini is a physiotherapist with a degree from the Escola Superior de Saúde do Porto, an osteopath (BSc) from Swansea University, UK and an acupuncturist with accredited training from the Complutense University of Madrid. He has a PhD in Physical Activity, Health and Leisure from the Faculty of Sport of the University of Porto with a thesis on Effects of hyperglycaemia and endurance training on rat skeletal and cardiac muscle mitochondrial function and apoptotic signaling-Special reference to the permeability transition, is currently a Coordinator Professor of Physiotherapy at the Instituto Superior de Ciências da Saúde (ISAVE), Vice-Director of the Centro Interdisciplinar em Ciências da Saúde (CICS) and Vice-President of the Instituto Internacional de Fisioterapia, after having been an Assistant Professor at the Universidade Fernando Pessoa for many years. With more than 20 years’ clinical experience, he specializes in physiotherapy and has more recently dedicated himself to integrative clinical practice, incorporating different areas of knowledge. He is a guest lecturer on the Doctorate in Physiotherapy and Physical Activity and Health, the Masters in Physical Activity and Health and Physical Activity for the Elderly, at the Faculty of Sport, University of Porto and a member of the technical committee of the doctorate in Industrial Engineering, Design and Technology for Medicine and Sport. Author of several publications, he is a member of the Center for Research in Physical Activity, Health and Leisure (CIAFEL), the Center for Interdisciplinary Health Sciences (CICS) and a collaborator of LABIOMEP at the University of Porto. He has international experience as a trainer of concepts such as Dynamic Tape™ and Smart Tools™.

Coordenador Professor at Instituto Superior de Ciências da Saúde (ISAVE)

 

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Dr. António Jiménez

Position: Founder and Chief Medical Officer, Hope4Cancer Treatment Centers, Mexico
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DR. ANTONIO JIMENEZ, M.D., N.D., is the Founder and Chief Medical Officer of the Hope4Cancer Treatment Centers—a world leader at the frontier of integrative oncology—with locations in Tijuana and Cancun, Mexico. For more than 30 years, Dr. Jimenez has dedicated his life to the study, clinical research, and implementation of integrative strategies to treat cancer, chronic infections, and immune disorders. Dr. Jimenez is one of the most trusted voices in the world of integrative cancer therapy. His 7 Key Principles of Cancer TherapyTM, the basis for his comprehensive, integrative protocols, are discussed in detail in his highly acclaimed book, Hope for Cancer: 7 Principles to Remove Fear and Empower Your Healing Journey. Dr. Jimenez is one of seven physicians worldwide certified to treat patients with the Gonzalez Protocol. He is known as an avid educator who has shared his wisdom with large audiences in dozens of countries across the world.

Founder and Chief Medical Officer, Hope4Cancer Treatment Centers, Mexico

 

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Dr. Elio Giovanni Rossi

Position: Director of the Regional Center for Integrative Medicine of the Region of Tuscany - Italy
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Short Biography

Graduated with honors in Medicine at the University of Milan in 1979. Specialized in Infectious Diseases, began practicing homeopathy in 1979. Member of Homeopathia Europea since 1984. Lecturer at the Mario Garlasco homeopathic school in Florence, accredited in 2012 by Tuscany Region (ex LR n.7/2009) and lecturer of Master course on Integrative oncology University “La Sapienza” Rome (2020-24). Fellow of the Faculty of Homoeopathy of London (FFHom) since 1991. Scientific director of the journal Medicina Integrata. Since 1998 till 2023 Director of Complementary Medicine Outpatient Clinic – Hospital of Lucca, Regional Referral Center for Homeopathy. Former head of CM in Oncology Clinic since 2013. Advisor for CAM projects in international cooperation programs of UNOPS (United Nations) since 1999 and consultant of ART/UNDP Geneve-Bruxelles. Scientific reference of Tuscan Region of the chapter Complementary and alternative medicine in cancer care of the WP7 “Healthcare” of the European Partnership for Action Against Cancer (EPAAC). Member of the Quality Assurance Scheme Development Group of the European Initiative on Breast Cancer. Co-president of the 5th European Congress of Integrative Medicine and of the 2nd World Congress of Integrative Medicine and Health, Rome 2023. Currently Director of the Regional Centre for Integrated Medicine of the Region of Tuscany (CRMI) which includes 84 public complementary medicine clinics.

Director of the Regional Center for Integrative Medicine of the Region of Tuscany - Italy

 

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Dr. Homer Lim

Position: President Philippinea Society for Orthomolecular Medicine
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Abstract:
“Repurposing Drugs for Cancer: The Philippine Experience” explores the innovative approach of utilizing existing drugs as an off label treatment for cancer.

This presentation will highlight the benefits and importance of repurposed drugs as well as in demonstrating  efficacy in cancer treatment, addressing adverse events and the financial impact on patients medical care.

Integrative Oncologist COVID Treatment Expert, CDCPH, FLCCC. Former President – Concerned Doctors and Citizens of the Philippines Board Member – Doctors for Freedom of the World (Italy) President of:

  • • Philippines Society of Orthomolecular Medicine (PSOM)
  • • International Anti Aging and Integrative Medicine Society (IAIMS)
  • International Speaker on:
  • • Holistic Medicine
  • • Nutrition
  • • Integrative cancer therapies
  • • Complementary Medicine
  • Advocacies:
  • • Affordable Health Care for all
  • • Equal Access to the best medical care
  • Dr Homer Lim is a graduate of University of Santo Tomas. He is trained in complementary and integrative medicine. Currently, he is the Founder and President for the Philippines Society of Orthomolecular Medicine (PSOM) and International Anti-Aging and Integrative Medicine Society (IAMS) which educates doctors through South East Asia on Functional Medicine, Nutrition, Detoxification, and other complementary therapies. He is one of the pioneers in Integrative Medicine in South East Asia. He was the President of the Concerned Doctors and Citizens of the Philippines where he personally has treated over 10,000 patients during the COVID pandemic with ivermectin, vitamins, minerals and herbs. He is also a well sought-after speaker on cancer therapies, nutrition, acupuncture as well other Integrative medical therapies both locally and internationally. He is likewise frequently invited as a guest host for radio and TV shows on complementary medicine. His field of expertise is on integrative oncology (integrating natural and conventional cancer treatments), acupuncture, detoxification, Orthomolecular medicine, homeopathy as well as energy healing.
President Philippinea Society for Orthomolecular Medicine

 

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Dr Nuno Sousa

Position: MEDICAL DOCTOR
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About

After years of practicing conventional medicine, Dr. Nuno Sousa found that he was no longer fulfilled by his work. He felt like he was just treating symptoms, not addressing the root cause of his patients’ problems. He began to explore integrative medicine, which combines conventional medicine with alternative therapies such as acupuncture, herbs, and nutrition. Dr. Nuno Sousa found that integrative medicine allowed him to provide more comprehensive care for his patients and help them achieve true healing. He is now a passionate advocate for integrative medicine and believes that it is the future of healthcare.

MEDICAL DOCTOR

 

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Dr Francisco António Franco Patrício

Position: President of Portuguese Association of Medical Homeopathy
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1978 Medical School, Egas Moniz Hospital – Faculty of Medical Sciences of Lisbon
1978 Member of the Portuguese Medical Association, nº18881
1991 Course in Clinical Tropical Diseases
1995 Graduate Assistant in General Practice with the degree of Consultant in General Practice, with the monograph “Homeopathy and General Practice” with a final classification of 17 points.
2002 Master’s Degree in Natural Medicine from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain
2005 Competence in Acupuncture awarded by the Portuguese Medical Association 2012 to 2014 Specialization course in Occupational Medicine at ENSP – National School of Public Health, Lisbon
1984 Member of APMCG – Portuguese Association of General Practitioners, nº375 1992 Member of G.I.R.I. – International Research Group on Very Low Dose Effects
MEMBERSHIP OF SCIENTIFIC SOCIETIES OR PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
1997 Portuguese representative on the ECH – European Committee for Homeopathy
2002 President of SMHP – Sociedade Medical Homeopática de Portugal 2003 President of SHP – Sociedade Homeopática de Portugal 2012 Founding member of “EBMA” – Asociation Europeenne de Bio Medecine Immuno(G)enetique
2013 President of AMPHSH – Portuguese Medical Association of Homeopathy
2015 Founding member of LIMMIT – Laboratory of Mind-Matter Interaction of Therapeutic Intention, Faculty of Medicine, University of Lisbon

President of Portuguese Association of Medical Homeopathy

 

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Prof. Dr. Arturo O’Byrne

Position: Director of Integrative Medicine and Clinical Nutrition at O'Byrne Clinic, Cali, Colombia
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Medical Surgeon. University of Cauca. Popayán, Colombia;

Postgraduate in Clinical Nutrition from the University of Barcelona, Spain;

Postgraduate in Nutritional Biochemistry from the University of Barcelona, Spain;

Master’s Degree in Clinical Phytotherapy from the University of Barcelona;

Adjunct Professor of Integrative Medicine at Javeriana University, Cali, Colombia;

Professor of Diplomas in Integrative Medicine at:

  • Javeriana University, Cali, Medellín
  • El Bosque University, Bogotá
  • Mayor University of Chile, Santiago de Chile
  • University of the North, Barranquilla

Professor of Diploma in PNIE. Kenzen Formación SL. Spain;

Director of the Diploma in Prevention and Treatment of Neurodegeneration. School of Integrative Health, ESI Madrid, Spain;
Director of the Diploma in Medical Ozone Therapy. Javeriana University, Cali, Colombia|;

Lecturer for Heel Laboratories Germany, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Central America, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Peru, Chile, United States, Puerto Rico, Spain, Lithuania, Azerbaijan, Russia, Ukraine;

Lecturer for Nature’s Sunshine, Mexico and Central America, Ecuador and Colombia;

Lecturer for Diabetrics Laboratories, Magna Laboratories. and Arum Laboratories. Colombia;

Director of the O’Byrne Clinic, the official training clinic for postgraduate studies by the International Society of Homotoxicology of Germany.
Cali, Colombia.

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Director of Integrative Medicine and Clinical Nutrition at O'Byrne Clinic, Cali, Colombia

Toxicity. And health

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Dr Ricardo Ghelman

Position: Founding President of the Brazilian Academic Consortium for Integrative Health (CABSIN)
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Professor at the Department of Medicine on Primary Care of Federal University of Rio de Janeiro Medical Scholl, founding Chair of the Brazilian Academic Consortium for Integrative Health (CABSIN). He is a member of WHO’s Expert Advisory TCIM Panel, coordinator of WHO Center ICD-11 TM2 (Ayurveda) Brazil,Ambassador of Society of Integrative Oncology (SIO) for Brazil. He obtained a Postdoctoral fellowship in Neurosciences on Pain and Anthroposophy at Federal University of São Paulo. Pioneer of Integrative Pediatrics in Brazil, Department of Pediatric Oncology/University of São Paulo. President of the Department of Integrative Pediatrics of the São Paulo Pediatric Society

Founding President of the Brazilian Academic Consortium for Integrative Health (CABSIN)

 

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Prof. Dr. Massimo Bonucci

Position: Integrative Oncology
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Abstract

Integrative oncology: State of art in Europe

CV Resumido

AFFILIATION
– Massimo Bonucci, M.D.
– Surgical Pathology- ORCHIDEA Lab in ROME
– Integrative Oncology Department – NUOVA VILLA CLAUDIA HOSPITAL – Rome
– Outpatient Oncology Department -VILLA ANNA MARIA Hospital – Rome
– Outpatient Oncology Department and Hyperthermia – VILLA BENEDETTA Hospital – Rome
– Founder and President Foundation ARTOI (Association Research for Integrative Oncology Therapy)
– Member of S.I.O. (American Society for Integrative Oncology)
– Co-chair SIO Global Committee
– Member of International Clinical Hyperthermia Society – Italian Network
– Member of International Association of Pathology – S.I.A.P.E.C. – Italian Division
– Member International Exchange Commission Order of Physicians of Rome
– Member of Medicine and Surgery Department – UniverSalus University Consortium – Rome
– Director of Integrative Oncology postgraduate program – UniverSalus University Consortium – Rome
– Visiting Professor Zhejiang Chinese Medical University – Hongzhou – China

Short Biography

Massimo Bonucci M.D. Member of Surgical Pathology ORCHIDEA Lab. in Rome. He is a member of IAP (International Academy of Pathology-Italian Division) and focused his work on breast cancer, brain cancer, pancreatic cancer and colon cancer. He introduced and developed integrative medicine in cancer in Italy. Medical Oncologist works as Director Integrative Oncologist at Villa Benedetta, Tiberia Hospital, and Villa Anna Maria Hospitals in Rome. Medical Researcher “Integrative Oncology” at S. Andrea University Hospital in Rome. Founder and President of Foundation ARTOI (Association Research Integrative Oncology Therapy), a non-profit organization, the first in Italy to explain and develop Integrative medicine in cancer. He is a Professor at Humanitas University Consortium in Rome. Teacher on Master in Integrative Oncology at Sapienza University. Member of the International Exchange Commission Order of Physicians of Rome. Member of International Clinical Hyperthermia Society – Italian Network. Advisor of S.I.I.O. He is a Visiting Professor at Zhejiang Chinese Medical University in Hongzhou, China. As a member of the SIO for many years, he became co-chair of the SIO Global Committee and SIO Ambassador for Italy.

Integrative Oncology

 

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Dra. Ana Moreira

Position: President of the Portuguese Society of Integrative Medicine
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Dr Ana Moreira has a degree in Medicine from the University of Porto and completed a postgraduate course in Climatology and Hydrology, specialising in Thermal Medicine. She has a Masters in Aesthetic Medicine and Anti-Aging Medicine from Madrid, Spain.

She is currently studying for a PhD in Quantum Health Science at the University of Jaipur, India.

She began studying and researching other medical approaches in 2007, namely Ayurvedic Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture, Neural Therapy, Medical Ozone Therapy, Homeopathy and Homotoxicology, Orthomolecular Medicine, Aesthetic and Anti-Aging Medicine, Bioenergetic Medicine and Consciousness Science, among others. She also studied Neuro-linguistic Programming and Psycho-neuro-immunotherapy.

It was in this context that she created the Centre for Integrative Medicine in Porto, where she coordinates a team of more than two dozen health professionals. She is a trainer in the field of integrative health and gives lectures at seminars and colloquia, both nationally and internationally.

Dr Ana Moreira is a member of the executive committee of the European Society of Integrative Medicine.

President of the Portuguese Society of Integrative Medicine

 

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Dr. Mariano Bueno

Position: Medical Director at BIOSALUD DAY HOSPITAL (Zaragoza and Madrid) and at MEDICINA Y BIENESTAR MEDICAL CENTER (Madrid)
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Dr. Mariano Bueno holds a dual degree in Medicine and Surgery (University of Zaragoza, 1983) and Pharmacy (Alfonso X El Sabio University, 2013). With advanced training that includes master’s degrees in Rheumatology and Anti-Aging Medicine, Dr. Bueno is certified in specialized therapies such as Intravenous Vitamin C, Cellular Therapy, and Hyperbaric Medicine. A certified LINCA physician and expert in Precision and Lyme Disease Medicine, he has developed expertise across diverse fields like Microimmunotherapy, Acupuncture, and Ozone Therapy.

In his professional career, Dr. Mariano Bueno is the Medical Director at BIOSALUD DAY HOSPITAL (Zaragoza and Madrid) and MEDICINA Y BIENESTAR MEDICAL CENTER (Madrid). He also serves as Scientific Director at multiple international institutions, including Cryonova (Vienna) and BL Beyond Longevity Clinics (Madrid). His past roles include Head of Advanced Therapies at Vithas International Hospital (Madrid) and advisory roles in medical organizations across Europe, USA, and Argentina. Additionally, he is active in academia, having taught and co-directed master’s programs in Anti-Aging Medicine at the University of Alcalá and led numerous courses internationally.

Medical Director at BIOSALUD DAY HOSPITAL (Zaragoza and Madrid) and at MEDICINA Y BIENESTAR MEDICAL CENTER (Madrid)

 

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