Dr. Dawn Mussallem breaks down the role of nutrition at midlife—why it matters, what nutrient gaps are most common, and how diet and supplementation can impact energy, hormone balance, bone health, and long-term disease prevention. This session will explore how women’s nutritional needs shift during perimenopause and menopause, and offer practical, evidence-based guidance for supporting optimal health through food and lifestyle.

The session will begin with a 30-minute overview from Dr. Mussallem, followed by a 30-minute live Q&A moderated by Dr. Lisa Larkin. Dr. Mussallem will address audience questions and debunk common myths around supplements, superfoods, and the “ideal” midlife diet, while empowering women with sustainable strategies for better health.

Dawn Mussallem, DO, DipABLM, is a double board-certified physician in Lifestyle Medicine and Integrative Medicine at Mayo Clinic, where she serves as a consultant in Hematology/Oncology. A cancer survivor and heart transplant recipient, Dr. Mussallem brings a rare blend of medical expertise and lived experience to her deeply compassionate, patient-centered approach.

Internationally recognized as a thought leader in lifestyle medicine, she has authored numerous scientific publications and delivered keynote presentations across the globe on nutrition, cancer survivorship, and women’s health. Her pioneering work emphasizes the transformative power of lifestyle—especially nutrition—in preventing disease, supporting healing, and enhancing vitality. Dr. Mussallem’s mission is to help individuals flourish through evidence-based, holistic care that ignites the sacredness of life.

Dr. Lisa Larkin, MD, FACP, MSCP, IF, will moderate the discussion, bringing her expertise in women’s health, midlife care, and prevention. As founder of HERmedicine and Ms.Medicine, Dr. Larkin is passionate about delivering accurate, evidence-based care and education for women.