2025 Synergy Conference

2025 Synergy Conference is organized by North Carolina Integrative Medical Society (NCIMS) and will be held from Jun 20 - 22, 2025 at Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts Asheville, an IHG Hotel, Asheville, North Carolina, United States of America.

Topics Covered:

Oxyplay: The Science of Oxytocin

Understand the critical role of oxytocin as the “hormone of connection” and how it impacts emotional well-being, stress management, and physical health. Naturally boost oxytocin levels through lifestyle practices like play, gratitude, intimacy, and nurturing relationships. When you discover how balancing the hormones oxytocin and cortisol and understanding their interplay can enhance resilience, reduce burnout, and improve overall quality of life, you’ll have actionable strategies to use back at your practice by Monday morning!

GLP-1 Optimization for Better Healthspan

Distinguish between GLP-1 optimization and GLP-1 RA treatment while gaining tools to personalize effective optimization plans. Explore essential considerations for delivering whole-person care to patients undergoing GLP-1 RA therapy. This session empowers you to enhance clinical outcomes and provide comprehensive, tailored care for improved healthspan and well-being.

A Systems Immunology Approach to Precision Preventive Medicine

Explore a revolutionary systems immunology approach that integrates the interactions between the environment, genome, epigenome, and microbiome to understand each patient’s unique immune system. Learn how environmental factors drive inflammatory and neurodegenerative disorders and discover how precision lab testing can identify triggers, halt disease progression, and enable repair through personalized protocols.

Case Study: Recovering Health in the Child With PANS and Mycoplasma

This is an opportunity to explore in-depth the case of a child with PANS. Walk through the benefits and pitfalls of both conventional and integrative interventions that were attempted to recover health as well as address several flares over the years. Understand how the underlying root causes and triggers were identified and managed, along with concurrent inflammation, OCD and infections, using both antibiotic and herbal approaches to the treatment of mycoplasma and candida.

Integrative Orthopedics, a Novel Approach to Musculoskeletal Care

Discover a novel approach to musculoskeletal care by combining functional medicine with orthobiologics for safe, effective, and lasting joint pain relief. Learn the importance of metabolic optimization in managing joint pain and explore real patient cases showcasing the effectiveness of cutting-edge orthobiologics paired with personalized metabolic care.

A Systems Biology Approach to Metaflammation

Glean two full hours of wisdom with Jim LaValle in sessions on Friday and Saturday to learn the latest evidence-based approaches to the complexities of metaflammation and its connection to chronic health conditions. Explore methods incorporating peptides, supplements and lifestyle changes to manage metaflammation with your patients.

Revolutionary Perimenopause Perspectives

Transform your approach to perimenopause care. Explore overlooked hormonal dynamics, common functional imbalances like adrenal and thyroid dysfunction, and practical strategies to address root causes of disease. Gain tools to alleviate symptoms, reduce suffering, and deliver personalized, transformative care for each perimenopausal patient.

Understanding Breast Implant Illness

Breast Implant Illness (BII) may cause symptoms like fatigue, pain, cognitive issues, and autoimmune reactions. Up to 30% of women with implants may experience BII-related symptoms. Recognize the wide-ranging symptoms of (BII), from chronic fatigue and joint pain to cognitive dysfunction and autoimmune-like reactions. Understand the potential prevalence and risks. Learn supportive management strategies, including explanation guidance and holistic care, to improve patient outcomes and address this complex condition.

The Hidden Connection: How Infections Fuel Autoimmune Disorders

Did you know that molecular mimicry, involving pathogens like viruses, bacteria and toxins that trigger immune responses against self-proteins, is a key mechanism of infections that are a common root cause of autoimmune conditions? Persistent infections such as Epstein-Barr Virus (linked to lupus), Streptococcus (triggering PANDAS/PANS in children), and Lyme disease (mimicking multiple sclerosis) have been strongly associated with various autoimmune disorders. Learn about natural antimicrobials, immune-modulating herbs, and lifestyle strategies to manage infections, reduce inflammation, and support immune resilience.

Leaky Gut, Leaky Brain: An Integrative, Evidence-Based Approach to Pediatric Neuropsychiatric Disorders

Explore the connection between leaky gut, endotoxemia, and neuropsychiatric disorders in children, including their impact on brain health. Understand key contributors to gut microbiome disruption and discover strategies to enhance microbiome resilience. Learn evidence-based approaches to address pediatric mental health concerns, optimize Vagus Nerve and gut-brain function, and promote holistic child wellness.

Unraveling Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) POTS

Learn who POTS impacts and what are factors that makes a patient susceptible to it. The immune system component of POTS can drive neurological dysfunction. Gain practical knowledge on how to perform a brief vestibular and oculomotor exam that would help to determine which subtype of POTS should get the most attention and improve the effectiveness of treatment approaches and patient quality of life.