Published on 11 June, 2025

Insights from AONM, ArminLabs, Moleculera Biosciences and NutraMedix

As the Integrative & Personalised Medicine Congress (IPM 2025) returns to London from 19–21 June, this year’s programme features powerful sessions uniting global experts in infection-triggered autoimmune and neuroimmune disorders. From children’s health to psychiatric symptoms and chronic infections, three standout talks offer fresh clinical insights—and the diagnostic tools to back them up.

Here’s a preview of what not to miss:

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Friday 20 June | 10:00 – 10:30 | The Whittle Room

Combating the Escalating Mental Health Crisis Harming Our Adolescents
🎤 Dr. Debby Hamilton, Integrative/Functional Medicine Pediatrician & Director of Product Education and Clinical Research at NutraMedix, USA

Dr. Hamilton draws on her deep clinical experience and public health research to explore the rising tide of mental health issues in children and adolescents—from ADHD and autism to anxiety and mood disorders. She will discuss:
✅ Underlying root causes in childhood illness
✅ Integrative strategies and early-life prevention
✅ Nutrition and environmental contributors

🧪 Plus: Attendees earn CPD points

As a board-certified paediatrician and IFM-certified practitioner, Dr. Hamilton combines clinical expertise with a strong research background to help shape early interventions and integrative care strategies for young patients.

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Friday 20 June | 12:15 – 12:45 | The Whittle Room

Understanding the Connection Between Infections, the Immune System and the Brain
🎤 Prof. Craig Shimasaki, CEO, Moleculera Biosciences, USA

With over three decades in neuroimmunology and molecular biology, Prof. Shimasaki explores how infections can trigger autoimmune responses that impact brain health causing or worsening psychiatric and behavioural disorders.

His talk will delve into:
✅ The science behind infection-triggered neuropsychiatric disorders
✅ Diagnostic tools for immune-mediated brain conditions
✅ Precision medicine approaches for better patient outcomes

🧪 Plus: Attendees earn CPD points

As CEO of Moleculera Biosciences, Prof. Shimasaki is at the forefront of identifying autoimmune brain disorders and translating science into real-world care.

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Saturday 21 June | 11:15 – 11:45 | Rutherford Room

Autoimmunity, the Viral/Bacterial Connection & How Testing Can Help
🎤 Gilian Crowther (Director of Research, AONM)
🎤 Dr. Armin Schwarzbach (CEO, ArminLabs)

In this practical, research-based session, AONM and ArminLabs team up to explore how chronic viral and bacterial infections may trigger or worsen autoimmune conditions. Learn how specialised testing can uncover infections often missed by conventional diagnostics.

Takeaways include:
✅ Key pathogens linked to autoimmune disorders
✅ Available diagnostic tests for chronic infections
✅ Real-world case insights and applications

🧪 Plus: Attendees earn CPD points

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📌 Visit the AONM Team at Stand B3

In addition to these expert sessions, make sure to stop by Stand B3 to connect with the Academy of Nutritional Medicine (AONM) and ArminLabs. Explore advanced testing services, get your questions answered, and learn about integrative tools for managing complex chronic illness.

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🎟️ Registration Offers

✔️ Use code EXH-20 for ‘members’ rates on 1, 2 or 3-day passes
✔️ Use code EXHIB-FREE for free access to workshops & the exhibition
🔗 Register here: ipmcongress.com

To learn more about AONM and our partners please take a look at our website:

   AONM Home Page:  https://aonm.org/

   ArminLabs:  https://aonm.org/armin-labs/

Moleculera Biosciences:  https://aonm.org/moleculera/

NutramedixUK: https://shop.aonm.org/nutramedix/ 

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