Immune Code: Unlocking the Link Between Immunity & Chronic Disease | October 24-25, 2025 in Boston, MA

Decode the Immune System. Transform Chronic Disease.

Chronic inflammation and immune dysfunction are central drivers in over 60% of all deaths worldwide and underpin many chronic diseases including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and autoimmune disorders1. Yet despite this critical role, clinicians often lack the tools and knowledge to comprehensively assess and treat immune-related chronic illness.

Immune Code: Unlocking the Link Between Immunity & Chronic Disease is designed to break down the complex science of immune dysregulation and provide practical, evidence-based clinical strategies. Rooted in systems biology and personalized medicine, this program empowers you to restore immune balance, reduce chronic inflammation, and improve patient outcomes.

What You’ll Learn

Advanced immune assessment techniques beyond standard lab tests
The role of immune cells, cytokines, and inflammatory mediators in chronic disease progression
Identification of key triggers including gut microbiome imbalances, environmental toxins, persistent infections, and chronic stress
Evidence-based lifestyle, nutritional, supplement, and peptide interventions to modulate immune response
Creation of personalized treatment plans targeting autoimmune and chronic inflammatory conditions

Why Immune Health Matters

  • Chronic inflammation, a hallmark of immune imbalance, affects approximately 1 in 3 adults worldwide and plays a central role in the development and progression of chronic diseases such as arthritis, cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome (Calder et al., 2021).
  • Autoimmune diseases impact nearly 50 million Americans, disproportionately affecting women, with many cases remaining undiagnosed for years, underscoring the need for early immune system assessment and intervention (National Institutes of Health, 2023).
  • Emerging science reveals that dysregulated immune responses contribute not only to chronic disease but also to accelerated biological aging and reduced overall healthspan (Franceschi et al., 2018).
  • Optimizing immune health is critical for clinicians aiming to enhance prevention, early detection, and personalized management of chronic illness, ultimately improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

By deepening expertise in immune function, healthcare providers are empowered to transform care pathways for some of the most pervasive and complex health challenges today.

References

  • Calder, P. C., Carr, A. C., Gombart, A. F., & Eggersdorfer, M. (2021). Chronic inflammation and its impact on human health. Nature Reviews Immunology, 21(9), 520–531. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41577-021-00564-7
  • National Institutes of Health. (2023). Autoimmune diseases statistics. NIH Autoimmune Diseases Research. https://www.niams.nih.gov/health-topics/autoimmune-diseases
  • Franceschi, C., Garagnani, P., Parini, P., Giuliani, C., & Santoro, A. (2018). Inflammaging: A new immune–metabolic viewpoint for age-related diseases. Cell, 152(4), 681–696. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cell.2018.01.040

Why Register

  • Gain a clear clinical framework for understanding and treating immune dysfunction
  • Learn from leading experts in immunology, chronic inflammation, and integrative medicine
  • Take home actionable protocols and practical tools to implement immediately
  • Enhance your ability to support patients with complex immune-related conditions and improve long-term outcomes

Faculty

Gordon Crozier, DO
Gordon Crozier,
DO
Aimee Duffy, MD
Aimee Duffy,
MD
Ben Gonzalez, MD
Ben Gonzalez,
MD
Thomas Guilliams, PhD
Thomas Guilliams,
PhD
James LaValle, RPH, CCN, MT, DHM, DHPh, B.S.Pharm
James LaValle,
RPH, CCN, MT, DHM, DHPh, B.S.Pharm
Tom Moorcroft, DO
Tom Moorcroft,
DO

Schedule

Foundations of Immunity and Chronic Disease
The Immune System 101: Innate and Adaptive Immunity Basics
  • Describe the key components of innate and adaptive immunity.
  • Explain the mechanisms by which the immune system protects the body.
  • Understand immune system development and response to pathogens.
Thomas Guilliams, PhD | 1 hr
Chronic Inflammation: The Root of Chronic Disease
  • Define chronic inflammation and its role in disease development.
  • Identify common chronic diseases linked to inflammation.
  • Discuss strategies to reduce chronic inflammation clinically.
Ben Gonzalez, MD | 1 hr
Immune Dysregulation and Autoimmunity
  • Explain mechanisms leading to immune dysregulation and autoimmunity.
  • Recognize clinical presentations of autoimmune diseases.
  • Review diagnostic criteria and treatment approaches.
Tom Moorcroft, MD | 1 hr
Environmental and Lifestyle Factors Impacting Immune Health
  • Identify environmental toxins and lifestyle factors affecting immunity.
  • Evaluate diet, stress, sleep, and exposure to endocrine disruptors on immune health.
  • Apply evidence-based lifestyle interventions to optimize immune function.
Aimee Duffy, MD | 1 hr
The Gut-Immune Connection: Microbiome’s Role in Immune Modulation
  • Describe the role of the gut microbiome in immune regulation.
  • Identify how gut dysbiosis contributes to chronic disease.
  • Implement clinical strategies to restore gut-immune balance.
Thomas Guilliams, PhD | 1 hr
Lab Testing for Immune Function: What to Order and How to Interpret
  • Review key laboratory tests for assessing immune status.
  • Interpret test results within clinical context.
  • Incorporate lab findings into diagnosis and treatment planning.
Aimee Duffy, MD | 1 hr
Case Studies: Managing Patients with Chronic Immune Dysregulation
Drs. Moorcroft and Gonzalez | 1 hr
Clinical Strategies for Restoring Immune Balance
Targeted Nutritional Therapies for Immune Support
  • Understand nutrients essential for optimal immune function.
  • Apply nutritional interventions in clinical practice.
  • Tailor dietary plans based on patient-specific needs.
Aimee Duffy, MD | 1 hr
Advanced Therapies: Immunomodulators, Peptides and Biologics
  • Describe mechanisms of immunomodulatory therapies.
  • Evaluate indications, benefits, and risks of peptides and biologics.
  • Incorporate advanced treatments into patient care.
James LaValle, RPH, CCN, MT | 1 hr
Detoxification and Reducing Environmental Toxic Burden
  • Identify common environmental toxins affecting immunity.
  • Review detoxification pathways and clinical interventions.
  • Develop protocols to reduce toxic exposure and support detox.
Gordon Crozier, DO | 1 hr
Stress and Immune Function: The HPA Axis and Neuroimmune Interactions
  • Explain the interaction between the HPA axis and immune system.
  • Recognize effects of stress on immune dysregulation.
  • Integrate mind-body therapies to improve immune resilience.
Tom Moorcroft, MD | 1 hr
Personalized Immune Therapy: Tailoring Treatment Plans for Chronic Disease Patients
  • Assess patient-specific immune dysfunction.
  • Develop customized immunotherapy strategies.
  • Monitor and adjust treatments for optimal outcomes.
Tom Moorcroft, MD | 1 hr
Monitoring Outcomes: Adjusting Therapy and Long-Term Management
  • Establish protocols for ongoing patient monitoring.
  • Interpret clinical markers and patient feedback.
  • Modify therapy plans for sustained immune balance.
James LaValle, RPH, CCN, MT | 1 hr
Panel Discussion: Clinical Challenges and Solutions in Immune-Related Chronic Disease
  • Discuss real-world clinical challenges.
  • Share practical solutions and best practices.
  • Engage in interactive Q&A with expert panel.
Drs. Moorcroft and Duffy | 1 hr

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