Barrington Health & Wellness Summit

02/02/2026

We are honored to introduce our esteemed co-chair and featured expert panelist for Women’s Health Night Out on February 11th: Dr. Lori Walsh!

Dr. Walsh is a true bridge-builder in medicine, uniquely qualified to guide women through every stage of life—from the pediatric years to menopause. As a Northwestern-educated physician and a fellow of the world-renowned Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine, she blends clinical expertise with a passion for nutrition and lifestyle as medicine.

Join us on February 11, 2026:

5:30 PM: Doors Open & Wellness Market 

6:00 PM: Expert Panel featuring Dr. Walsh 

7:00 PM: Live Q&A 

8:00 PM: Conclusion 


Location: Barrington’s White House | 145 W. Main Street 🎟️ Tickets: $50 (Includes appetizers & desserts by & mocktails)

Don’t miss the chance to learn from one of the best in the field!

01/28/2026

Expert Spotlight: Dr. Mary Farhi, MD

Confused about hormones? Struggling with the transition into menopause? You aren’t alone, and you deserve answers from a true pioneer in the field.

We are honored to welcome Dr. Mary Farhi to our expert panel for Women’s Health Night Out on February 11th!

Dr. Farhi is a “Top Doc” powerhouse who brings a rare level of credentialing to our stage. Double board-certified in OB/GYN and Integrative Medicine, she is also a certified Functional Medicine practitioner and a North American Menopause Society (NAMS) certified practitioner.

Why Dr. Farhi is a Game-Changer:

* The Menopause Authority: As a leading referral source at Rush University for hormonal imbalances and menopause, she specializes in navigating the complexities of the female life cycle.

* Mind-Body Integration: Beyond the clinic, she is a registered yoga teacher who incorporates mindfulness and yoga into her comprehensive approach to optimal wellness.

* A Passion for Education: When she isn’t seeing patients, she is teaching the next generation of doctors at Rush University Medical School—ensuring the future of women’s healthcare is integrative and empathetic.

* Nationally Recognized: Listed as a Chicago Magazine “Top Doc” annually since 2021, her expertise is sought after both locally and nationally.

Whether you have questions about sexual health, hormonal health, or functional medicine, Dr. Farhi provides the clarity and evidence-based solutions you’ve been looking for.

Date: February 11, 2026
Location: Barrington’s White House
Featuring: Our new curated Wellness Market with clean beauty, teas, and more!

Tickets are $50 and selling fast! Don’t miss this chance to hear from one of the best in the business.

01/26/2026

Real Talk. Real Experts. Real Solutions.

Ladies, mark your calendars! We are beyond thrilled to announce that Dr. Kirson is joining our powerhouse panel for Women’s Health Night Out on February 11th!

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by the mixed messages surrounding hormones, menopause, and metabolic health, Dr. Kirson is the expert you’ve been waiting for. With over 20 years of clinical experience, she doesn’t just treat patients—she empowers them.

Dr. Kirson:
* Education First: She’s a “Food as Medicine” advocate known throughout Chicago for her life-changing seminars. 
Specialized Care: A Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine with a deep focus on PCOS, menopause, and postpartum wellness. 
Compassion-Driven: A Rush University Medical Center alum and Lutheran General resident who has earned numerous awards for her excellence in patient care. 

Event Details:
* When: February 11, 2026
* Where: Barrington’s White House
* Time: Doors open at 5:30 PM | Expert Panel at 6:00 PM
* Perks: Appetizers by ForkIt Foods, mocktails, and a curated Wellness Market featuring clean beauty, teas, and more!
Tickets are $50. Don’t miss this chance to get honest answers from the best in the field.
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01/23/2026

Meet Our First Women’s Health Night Expert: Dr. Naomi Parrella!

We are kicking off our expert introductions for Women’s Health Night Out with a true powerhouse in metabolic health!

Ever feel like weight loss just gets harder as the years go by? Dr. Naomi Parrella is here to explain exactly why that happens—and more importantly, what actually works for the long term.

As a dual board-certified family and obesity medicine physician, Dr. Parrella bridges the gap between rigorous science and compassionate, practical health. Her impressive resume includes:
* Chief Medical Officer at Zero Longevity Science.
* Founder of Classic Care MD.
* Adjunct Faculty at Rush University Medical Center.

Stop searching for “quick fixes” and start moving toward sustainable, whole-person health. Come hear Dr. Parrella translate complex science into strategies you can actually use!

📅 Event Details:
* When: February 11, 2026
* Where: Barrington’s White House
* Tickets: $50 (Includes appetizers by mocktails, and access to our new Wellness Market!)

Doors open at 5:30 PM. Don’t miss this honest conversation about hormones, metabolism, and longevity.
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01/22/2026

2026 Summit Schedule.
One Day only!
In person and virtual tickets available 🎟️
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Do not miss this incredible opportunity to further your health - up close and personal with top experts flying into our sweet town!

Health is wealth!

01/21/2026

Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Tanmeet Sethi

We are beyond honored to welcome Tanmeet Sethi, MD to the stage for this year’s Barrington Health & Wellness Summit!

Dr. Sethi is much more than an Integrative Medicine Physician; she is a dedicated activist, TEDx speaker, and a powerful voice for global healing. From caring for marginalized populations in Seattle to providing aid in disaster-stricken communities worldwide, her work bridges the gap between modern science and ancient wisdom.

📖 “Joy Is My Justice”
In her transformative first book, Joy Is My Justice: Reclaim Yours Now, Dr. Sethi presents a radical call to action. She teaches us that claiming joy is not just a luxury—it is our birthright and a profound path to power, even in the face of oppression and suffering.

🗓️ Join Her Session: “The Case for Joy”
Don’t miss her powerful live session on Thursday, Feb 26th at 2:00 PM, where she will guide us through “The Case for Joy: Reclaiming Your Mental Health in a Broken System.”

Come experience why her work has been featured by The New York Times, NPR, and Oprah Daily.

01/20/2026

READY FOR A NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET?

We are thrilled to welcome Melissa Romano to the Barrington Health & Wellness Summit on 2.26.26.

Forget everything you think you know about “staying calm.” Melissa teaches that regulation isn’t about being perfectly still—it’s about connection. She helps us understand that our body’s protective responses are adaptive, not broken.

At the Summit, Melissa will lead us through:
* Integrative Somatic Therapy: Moving beyond “talk therapy” to listen to what your body is telling you.
* Vagus Nerve Reset: Practical techniques to shift your state and reclaim your sense of safety.
* Real-World Application: How to use neurosomatic tools in the middle of your busiest days.

Join us for this transformative workshop and learn to work with your body, not against it.

DO NOT MISS THIS!
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01/19/2026

MEET DR. ROBERT WRIGHT:
We are incredibly honored to announce Robert Wright, MD, MPH, as a featured speaker for the 2026 Barrington Health & Wellness Summit!

Dr. Wright isn’t just an expert; he is a powerhouse in the field of environmental medicine. Based at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, he serves as a:
* Pediatrician 
* Medical Toxicologist 
* Environmental Epidemiologist 

As the Ethel H. Wise Chair of the Department of Environmental Medicine, Dr. Wright is at the forefront of Exposome Research—studying how our cumulative environmental exposures affect our health throughout our lives.

Why you can’t miss his session:
At the Summit, Dr. Wright will bridge the gap between complex science and your daily life, discussing “Toxins, Technology, and Tomorrow” to help you navigate real-world health in a modern environment.

2.26.26

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01/15/2026

Speaker Spotlight: Diana Weil

We are thrilled to introduce our keynote for the 2026 Barrington Health & Wellness Summit!
Joining us on Thursday, February 26th, is the incredible Diana Weil, MS, CNS, LDN.

Diana isn’t just a Certified Nutrition Specialist and Licensed Dietitian—she’s a true believer in the “Food as Medicine” philosophy. Growing up with the influence of her father, Dr. Andrew Weil, she developed a deep-rooted passion for whole-person healing and the innate ability we all have to heal ourselves.

At the summit, Diana will be diving into:
Anti-Inflammatory Eating: How to fuel your body to feel your best. 
The Power of a Healthy Relationship with Food: Shifting the mindset from restriction to nourishment. 

Tickets on sale now! Link in bio.

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01/13/2026

2026 Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Sheil Shukla

We are incredibly honored to welcome Dr. Sheil Shukla to the 2026 Summit stage!

As a board-certified Internal Medicine Physician at Northwestern Medicine and a celebrated food artist, Dr. Shukla bridges the gap between the clinic and the kitchen. You may know him as the creative force behind , where he showcases the vibrant world of plant-based South Asian and East Asian cuisines.

His debut cookbook, Plant-Based India, was a New York Times Best Cookbook of 2022 and a James Beard Award Nominee. We are also buzzing with excitement for his upcoming book, Kari, arriving in August 2026!

At the Summit, don’t miss Dr. Shukla’s session: The Plant-Based Artist: A live demo and story of a doctor who found medicine in the kitchen.
Time: 3:45 PM on Thursday, February 26th

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10/15/2025

A few tickets left!!!

Your Guide to Aging Well, Presented by the Barrington Health & Wellness Summit Hear from Dr. Mikhail Kogan, a renowned leader in ...

10/15/2025

Last chance for tickets to this amazing night! So much inside scoop on Healthy Aging and Longevity from the Doctor that all the Doctors look to for his wisdom!!