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2026 HA DPG Virtual Symposium – Looking Ahead: Research and Innovation in Healthy Aging (Day 1 & 2)

Looking Ahead: Research & Innovation in Healthy Aging. Healthy Aging DPG 2026 Virtual Symposium

2026 HA DPG Virtual Symposium – Looking Ahead: Research and Innovation in Healthy Aging (Day 1 & 2)

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The 2026 Virtual Symposium 6 sessions:

  • Older Adults and Bariatric Information
  • UTIs and Delirium: Preventing Neuroinflammation in Aging Populations
  • Nourishing the Brain: Cognitive Health an Sleep
  • Nutrition for Healthy Mouths and Safe Swallowing
  • Safe, Natural Medicine for Pain Relief and Vitality
  • Artificial Intelligence and Healthy Aging: Applications and Ethics for Nutrition Professionals

This 2-session series is scheduled for March 26 and April 2, 2026. We anticipate that each session will be approved for 2.5 hours CPEU.

Product Publish Details

Release Date: March 25, 2026

SKU: LOHAVS0326

CPE Level: 2

CPEU: 5.00

Learning Objectives

  • Day 1: Session 1 - Older Adults and Bariatric Info
    • Identify potential stigma around obesity and metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS).
    • Describe (MBS) procedures, eligibility, and mechanism of action.
    • Examine surgical outcomes for older adults.
    • List key areas of opportunity within a nutrition assessment.
  • Day 1: Session 2 - UTIs and Delirium: Preventing Neuroinflammation in Aging Populations
    • Identify the clinical and nutritional risk factors that contribute to UTIs and delirium in aging populations.
    • Explain the role of neuroinflammation in the development of delirium associated with UTIs in older adults.
    • Plan evidence-based nutritional and lifestyle interventions to reduce UTI incidence and support cognitive health in geriatric care.
  • Day 1: Session 3 - Nourishing the Brain: Cognitive Health and Sleep
    • Identify the 6 Pillars of Brain Health and essential nutrients for brain health and sleep.
    • Explore the relationship between diet and sleep quality, recognizing foods that promote sleep and those that may disrupt sleep patterns.
    • Learn practical strategies for incorporating brain-boosting and sleep-supporting foods into daily meals and other lifestyle tips for improved sleep.
  • Day 2: Session 1 - Nutrition for Healthy Mouths and Safe Swallowing
    • Identify key nutritional factors that influence oral health and swallowing safety in older adults.
    • Explain the role of dysphagia diets and texture modification in managing age-related swallowing difficulties.
    • Apply evidence-based dietary strategies to support oral function, reduce choking risk, and improve quality of life in ageing populations.
  • Day 2: Session 2 - Safe, Natural Medicine for Pain Relief and Vitality
    • Identify Ayurvedic strategies that promote longevity and resilience in older adults.
    • Explain the role of digestive and hormonal health in supporting aging populations.
    • Implement patient-centered approaches that integrate herbal medicine and lifestyle practices into clinical care.
  • Day 2: Session 3 - Artificial Intelligence and Healthy Aging: Applications and Ethics for Nutrition Professionals
    • Evaluate emerging AI applications that impact healthy aging and nutrition care for older adults.
    • Apply ethical principles to assess bias, privacy, and accountability in AI-driven solutions.
    • Develop strategies to integrate AI responsibly into aging-focused nutrition practice while maintaining trust and equity.

Performance Indicators

  • Day 1: Session 1 - Older Adults and Bariatric Info
    • 8.1.6, 11.1.2, 11.1.3
  • Day 1: Session 2 - UTIs and Delirium: Preventing Neuroinflammation in Aging Populations
    • 1.4.2, 8.1.6, 11.3.4, 11.3.5
  • Day 1: Session 3 - Nourishing the Brain: Cognitive Health and Sleep
    • 8.4.6, 9.1.5, 9.5.1
  • Day 2: Session 1 - Nutrition for Healthy Mouths and Safe Swallowing
    • 11.1.2, 11.2.2, 11.2.11
  • Day 2: Session 2 - Safe, Natural Medicine for Pain Relief and Vitality
    • 9.1.4, 9.4.1, 11.2.3
  • Day 2: Session 3 - Artificial Intelligence and Healthy Aging: Applications and Ethics for Nutrition Professionals
    • 1.2.5, 6.1.2, 6.3.5, 8.4.4

Headshot. Melissa Majumdar

Melissa Majumdar, MS, RDN, CSOWM, LDN

Speaker - Older Adults and Bariatric Info

Melissa is a registered dietitian and Board-Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management. She is the Metabolic & Bariatric Program Manager at Emory University Hospital Midtown, where she leads initiatives that reduce complications, standardize care, and improve outcomes across hospitals. A recognized leader in the field, Melissa has held leadership roles with the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. She is a frequent national speaker on bariatric nutrition and quality improvement.
Chelsea Danna, MEd, RD, LDN

Chelsea Danna, Med, RD, LDN

Speaker - UTIs and Delirium: Preventing Neuroinflammation in Aging Populations

Chelsea is a Clinical and Nutrition Manager in long-term care, specializing in the prevention of delirium and cognitive decline through integrative nutrition strategies. She leads interdisciplinary initiatives focused on optimizing hydration, immune support, and gut-brain health to improve outcomes for aging adults. Her approach emphasizes non-pharmacological methods to reduce infection risk and support cognitive resilience. She advocates for person-centered, preventive models that enhance quality of life, preserve independence, and foster collaboration among healthcare teams to promote healthier aging across care settings.
Headshot. Karman Meyer

Karman Meyer, RDN, LDN, RYT

Speaker - Nourishing the Brain: Cognitive Health and Sleep

Karman is a registered dietitian and nationally recognized expert in her field, specializing in culinary nutrition and nutrition for better sleep. She is the author of "Eat To Sleep: What To Eat & When To Eat It for a Good Night's Sleep" and host of her own PBS special program based on the book. She is the founder of NourishWell Network, a consulting company providing wellness programs and culinary events to businesses and residential communities.
Madiha Ajaz, PhD scholar

Madiha Ajaz, PhD, MS

Speaker - Nutrition for Healthy Mouths and Safe Swallowing

Madiha is a PhD scholar in Nutrition and Dietetics at Griffith University, Australia. Her research bridges clinical, public health, and molecular nutrition, focusing on the role of antioxidants in the prevention and management of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). She combines practical healthcare experience with laboratory-based investigation. Madiha currently serves as the HDR Representative on the Griffith Health Group Board, advocating for research students and contributing to academic leadership. Her work reflects a passion for evidence-based nutrition and translational research aimed at improving population health.
Headshot. Whitney Erwin

Whitney Erwin, MS

Speaker - Safe, Natural Medicine for Pain Relief and Vitality

Whitney is an international Clinical Herbalist, Holistic Health & Ayurvedic Practitioner. Whitney is the owner and practitioner at Four Seasons Harmony Holistic Health, Healing, & Ayurveda, a women's healthcare practice. She loves to apply holistic health and natural medicines to help women reduce pain, restore balance and vibrant energy, and live a long, healthy life. Her healing practice is trauma-informed and compassionate, which has been supported by over twenty-four years of yoga studies and advanced certifications.
Drew Hemler, MSc, RD, CDN, FAND

Drew Hemler, MSc, RD, CDN, FAND

Speaker - Artificial Intelligence and Healthy Aging: Applications and Ethics for Nutrition Professionals

Drew is a Canadian-American dietitian specializing in technology, professional practice, and practitioner development. For over a decade, he has integrated AI tech and training into academia, clinical care, private practice, and a wide range of consulting services—advancing employee training, program design, client engagement, communications, and student learning. Drew has partnered with organizations including Microsoft Canada, TELUS Health, and Dietitian Connection. A proud Fellow of the Academy, he serves on its National Nominating Committee and recently completed his term on the Committee for Lifelong Learning.

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