Women's Health Conversations | Conference in Lake Nona, FL

The Women's Health Conversations Summit

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Midlife | Menopause | Moving into your power

HIGHLIGHTS FROM DR WRIGHT'S PAST WOMENS HEALTH CONVERSATIONS CONFERENCE!

Opt Health VIP Event

Friday, November 8th

Main Conference

Saturday, November 9th

Lake Nona | Orlando, FL

10 minutes from the airport

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WOMENS HEALTH CONVERSATIONS IS THE FIRST OF ITS KIND...

This conference is specifically designed to Educate, Empower and Entertain smart savvy women who profoundly influence the health of everyone they touch. By transforming health, women transform our culture and economy.

Nationally recognized speakers

Learn from some of the most sought after leader in the women's health space.

Vibrant community of likeminded women

Spend the day with women who are in pursuit of the best of life.

500 smart savvy women

Enjoy a full day of education, entertainment, and empowerment surrounding the whole health of a midlife woman.

As the Chief Health Officers of both home and work, women make more than 80% of all the health care decisions for everyone they touch.

If we want to change the health of this country, we need to start with the women.

WHC is a transformational day of conversations with thoughtful, educational, entertaining sessions lead by experts from around the country. Women learn together and laugh together all with the goal of equipping you to fortify your body, build a better brain and prioritize your bliss.

PROGRAM TOPICS

Here's are just some of the topics we will cover at this transformational event!

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MEET THE SPEAKERS

Dr. Mary Claire Haver

Mary Claire Haver, MD, FACOG, CMP is a board-certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist who graduated from Louisiana State University Medical Center and completed her residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). She is also a Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist and a Menopause Society Certified Menopause Practitioner from The Menopause Society.

In 2021, she established Mary Claire Wellness, a clinic dedicated to providing comprehensive care for menopausal patients. In 2023, she published her first book, The Galveston Diet, and launched ThePauseLife.com as a trusted resource for menopausal women worldwide.

With over 4 million followers on social media, Dr. Haver is recognized as a thought leader and author who provides valuable advice for women going through different stages of menopause. She aims to "demystify menopause" and promote self-advocacy for women's health. This led her to publish her second book, The New Menopause, which is now a #1 New York Times Bestseller.

Dr. Kristen Holmes

As Global Head of Human Performance and Principal Scientist at WHOOP, Dr. Kristen Holmes drives thought leadership by engaging with leading academic institutions and industry partners to better understand individual and team biometric, behavioral, and performance data across high-stakes verticals. Her research focuses on the effects of sleep, circadian rhythms, recovery, and load behaviors on physical, mental, and emotional resilience. Kristen works with top tactical, professional, surgical teams, corporate groups, and NCAA athletes/teams worldwide, helping them interpret biometric data to optimize all aspects of life.

Kristen was a 3x All-American, 2x Big Ten Athlete of the Year at the University of Iowa, competing in both Field Hockey and Basketball. She is a 2021 University of Iowa Hall of Fame inductee and a 7-year member of the U.S. National Field Hockey Team. As one of the most successful coaches in Ivy League history, she won 12 league titles in 13 seasons and a National Championship at Princeton University. Kristen is a PhD candidate at the University of Queensland, holds an MIT Sloan Certificate in Artificial Intelligence, an M.A. in Psychology and Sports Performance, and a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Iowa.

Dr. Kelly Casperson

Dr. Kelly Casperson is a urologist, public speaker, sex educator, and top international podcaster dedicated to empowering women to live their best lives. She recognized the need for better resources and created a sex education class for women that addresses topics such as sexual health, intimacy, mindset, and the science of desire. In her podcast "You Are Not Broken," she combines education, humor, and candor to debunk myths women have learned and to normalize healthy, enjoyable sex worth desiring, along with essential education on midlife health and hormones. You can follow Dr. Kelly on Instagram (@kellycaspersonmd) or visit kellycaspersonmd.com.

Dr. Juliana Hauser

Dr. Juliana Hauser empowers people to learn and live on their own terms. She leads conversations about relationships, agency, sexuality, and intimacy with approachability and expertise for all ages and stages.

Dr. Juliana earned her PhD in Counseling Education from The College of William and Mary. As a thought leader and bonafide sexpert, she delves into difficult conversations that society often considers taboo. Over the past three decades, she has supported thousands of people in discovering their sexual agency, fostering fulfilling sexual connections, and leading pleasure-filled lives.

She is a well-known media personality, appearing on television and in print, a TedEx speaker, and the creator of the holistic sexuality course Revealed, which has been shared in five languages and eight countries since its inception. Dr. Juliana is also the author of the upcoming book A New Position on Sex: A Guide to Greater Sexual Confidence, Pleasure, and Authenticity, set to be released in 2025.

Dr. Stephanie Estima

Dr. Stephanie Estima is a world-renowned
women's health expert on improving health
span, lifespan, and optimal performance.
Through a deep understanding of neuroscience,
metabolism, nutrition, and exercise physiology
she helps women make informed choices on
evidence-based health strategies and tools.

Dr.Lattisha Bilbrew

Lattisha Bilbrew, MD, FAAOS, FAOA, is a board-certified Orthopaedic Surgeon and one of fewer than five Black female orthopaedic surgeons in Georgia. As a passionate advocate and thought leader in musculoskeletal health, she leads with a commitment to cultivating wellness through strength and healing through empathy. Dr. Bilbrew is dedicated to creating meaningful conversations that inspire patients and communities to take charge of their health, ensuring they have the knowledge and tools to maintain lifelong strength, wellness and mobility.

She is the author of the Amazon Orthopaedics #1 bestseller, Yes, I Am The Surgeon: Lessons on Perseverance in a World That Tells You No, which chronicles her journey of overcoming adversity and breaking barriers. Dr. Bilbrew is committed to championing health equity and mentoring the next generation of healthcare leaders. With extensive experience as a speaker at corporate, academic, and international engagements, she empowers individuals to embrace the uncomfortable and push past their comfort levels, teaching them to pivot through bias and adversity. She is currently writing her second book, Measure Twice, Cut Once: Lessons on Confidence in a World That Tells You No.

Ella Lucas-Averett

Ella Lucas-Averett is Founder of LIVE BETTER Media, which includes the “On Air With Ella” women’s wellness podcast (est. 2015), and “The Other Side of Success,” a limited-series podcast (est 2024). Ella has held numerous executive positions as Chief Strategist, Chief of Staff and Head of Communications for large corporations that include VSE Corporation and Boeing. She is a high-impact speaker and consultant and competitive age-group triathlete. Ella received her MBA from Wake Forest University and lives just outside of Washington D.C. Connect with Ella on LinkedIn.

Dr. Erica Stockwell

Dr. Erica Stockwell is an advanced gynecologic surgeon. Initially a biomedical engineer, she went on to earn her medical degree from Midwestern University, where she was awarded the prestigious departmental award in OB/GYN. She completed her residency training at the University of Minnesota, where she served as chief resident and developed a robotic surgical training program. She received the American Urogynecologic Society’s (AUGS) excellence in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery award and the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons’ (SLS) award for outstanding laparoendoscopic resident. She then completed a fellowship in advanced gynecologic surgery with Las Vegas Institute of Minimally Invasive Surgery, where she was awarded the Boston Scientific Innovations in MIS Women’s Pelvic Health award. She also concurrently completed her MBA through the Lee Business School at the University of Nevada.

Utilizing her background in biomedical engineering, Dr. Stockwell’s passion is to develop safer and more effective surgical innovations. She currently holds patents on several diverse technology-based medical and surgical devices. In addition to her work as a practicing physician, Dr. Stockwell is an entrepreneur who recently launched a nutraceutical company for women. She is also interested in international health and has participated in medical missions to Tanzania, Peru, and Colombia.

Julie Gordon White

Julie Gordon White is the founder and CEO of Menowell, Menopause Energy Bars, and advocates for women in all stages of “The Pause”. Julie is also an award-winning entrepreneur, bestselling business author, and TEDx speaker. In 2020, Julie launched Menowell after personally struggling with the “Menopause Middle” and watching her friends suffer in silence as their symptoms and increasing weight gain were robbing their confidence. Not letting a pandemic get in her way, she decided to do something about it and created delicious plant-based, nutrient-dense, and low-calorie energy bar with all the goodness a menopausal body needs, along with a MenoLounge community to help women #menolikeaboss.

Dr. Anna Fleytmann-Pope

Opt Health Physician

Dr. Anna Fleytman-Pope, DO, transitioned from over a decade in emergency medicine to integrative medicine, emphasizing a personalized, holistic approach to healthcare. She joined Opt Health to empower patients to understand and care for their bodies. Board-certified in emergency medicine and a fellow of integrative medicine, she studied at Michigan State University and the University of Arizona. Dr. Fleytman-Pope enjoys reading, staying active, and exploring cultures through food with her family.

Studied at Michigan State University’s College of Osteopathic Medicine
Completed fellowship at the University of Arizona’s Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine
Joined Opt Health to pursue a 360-degree approach to health
Enjoys reading, staying active, and exploring cultures through food with her husband and four sons
Believes in the importance of living a full experience and maintaining good health

MEET YOUR HOST

DR. VONDA WRIGHT

Dr Vonda Wright is a practicing double-boarded Orthopaedic Sports Surgeon, Author, Speaker, Researcher and Innovator whose work stands in the intersection of Longevity | Women’s Health | Performance. The founder of the Women's Health Conversations Summit and Hot for Your Health podcast, her passion for educating people to take control of their health and pivoting the narrative around longevity from “anti-aging” to “aging with power” is the passion that drives her. Widely recognized for her thought leadership, Dr. Wright is a frequent media and conference expert. Her innovative science-based approach continues to change the lives of millions in midlife.