Research, Speaking & Scholarship

Science that moves from page to practice

Dr. Loy is a nationally and internationally recognized researcher, educator, and speaker translating rigorous academic work into practical guidance for clinicians, patients, and communities.

Dr. Michelle Loy at an American College of Lifestyle Medicine Member Interest Group gathering
Dr. Michelle Loy presenting on traditional Chinese and integrative medicine
Four faculty members including Dr. Loy posing in front of an American Academy of Pediatrics sign at a conference.
Dr. Michelle Loy at the Plantrician Project conference
Dr. Michelle Loy teaching on traditional Chinese medicine applications in oncology
Dr. Michelle Loy at the AAP conference
Dr. Michelle Loy at a conference with colleagues
Dr. Michelle Loy with her family at a Camp Kesem Event
Culinary medicine demonstration table with fresh herbs at an American Academy of Pediatrics event
Dr. Michelle Loy at the Dopamine Reset Consortium
Dr. Michelle Loy at the Pediatric Academic Societies meeting
Dr. Michelle Loy giving a culinary medicine cooking demonstration at a hotel conference
Research & Scholarship

Federally funded, peer-reviewed and internationally
recognized.

Dr. Loy's research spans integrative oncology, culinary medicine, lifestyle medicine, shared medical appointments, and medical education.

Co-investigator

on a federally funded CDC grant for young women with breast cancer and women with metastatic disease

Principal investigator

on a foundation-funded medical education pilot for Integrative Medicine in Residency

First inpatient acupuncture pilot

at Weill Cornell Medicine / NewYork-Presbyterian with the Liver Transplant Service

Top Abstract

at the AAP National Conference 2024 for an academic-community pilot

First Place, Best Clinical Case Report

at the 3rd World Congress on Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine

Associate Editor

of Global Advances in Integrative Medicine and Health

Selected Publications

Recent peer-reviewed work

2026
Pediatric Culinary Medicine: Current Status, Challenges and Opportunities

Current Gastroenterology Reports

2025
Culinary Medicine

Pediatric Annals

2025
Lifestyle Medicine in the Life Cycle — Youth (Book Chapter)

CRC Press

2025
Integrating Traditional East Asian Medicine Dietary and Herbal Therapies for Supporting Cancer Treatment and Survivorship

Perspectives on Integrative Medicine

2024
Culinary Medicine/Teaching Kitchens for Advancing Food Equity and Preventing Chronic Disease

International Journal of Disease Reversal and Prevention

2024
Exploring the Feasibility and Acceptability of Telehealth Qi Gong Shared Medical Appointments

Global Advances in Integrative Medicine and Health

2024
Virtual Integrative Oncology Shared Medical Appointment Series

Integrative Cancer Therapies

2024
Implementation of Virtual Yoga Shared Medical Appointment Pilot Within a Mixed-Diagnosis Oncology Population

International Journal of Yoga Therapy

2024
From Plate to Planet: Culturally Responsive Culinary Practices for Health System Innovation

Frontiers in Nutrition

2024
Testing the Feasibility of a Newly Developed Lifestyle Practice Targeting Social Connections

American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine

"Dr. Loy’s career reflects an unwavering commitment to integrating established clinical principles with innovative approaches to care. Her leadership has helped position a leading medical school as a national and international leader in integrative medicine."
— Dr. J.T., Chief, General Internal Medicine
Speaking & Education

130+ presentations. Every audience, every level.

Dr. Loy is a sought-after speaker for medical schools, academic medical centers, national and international conferences, professional societies, and community organizations. She tailors every presentation to her audience.

signature topics

Culinary Medicine for Clinicians & Communities

Evidence-based nutrition in clinical practice — from teaching kitchens to patient handouts.

Evidence-Based Integrative Oncology & Survivorship

Integrating lifestyle and complementary therapies safely alongside conventional cancer care.

Navigating Wellness Hype vs. Science

How to evaluate the wellness landscape — what's proven, promising, cutting-edge, or risky.

Women's Healthspan & Longevity

Blue Zones, bone health, brain health, meaning, purpose, and narrative medicine across the lifespan.

Pediatric & Adolescent Integrative Health

Practical integrative approaches from nutrition to mental health for children and teens.

Group Medical Visits & Teaching Kitchens

Building scalable, evidence-based programs within academic health systems.

Culturally Inclusive Lifestyle Medicine

Tailoring lifestyle medicine to diverse communities — food, culture, values, and equity.

Microbiome Health & Fermented Foods

The science of the gut-brain-immune axis and practical applications for patients and clinicians.

Past Engagements

Grand Rounds

Dr. Michelle Loy with integrative medicine pioneer Dr. Andrew Weil
  • Stanford
  • Weill Cornell
  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
  • Seattle Children's Hospital
  • University of California Los Angeles
  • Georgetown
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison
  • Children's Hospital of Los Angeles
  • Harlem Hospital

National & International Conferences

Dr. Michelle Loy speaking to a packed audience at a conference in Brazil
  • American Academy of Pediatrics National Convention & Exhibition
  • American College of Lifestyle Medicine Annual Conference
  • International Congress of the Academic Consortium of Integrative Medicine
  • World Congress on TCIM
  • American Academy of Medical Acupuncture Symposium
  • Georgetown Food as Medicine for the Microbiome
  • Rodale Institute Regenerative Healthcare Conference - From Soil to Health
  • International Plant-Based Nutrition Healthcare Conference (Plantrician Project)
  • Harvard Medical School Osher Center

Community & Non-Profit

Dr. Michelle Loy with colleagues at the Rodale Institute
  • Breast Cancer Options
  • Casting for Recovery
  • Sid Jacobson JCC's Nancy Marx Cancer Wellness Center
  • Appleseeds Conference
  • NY Vegetarian Food Festival
  • Harlem Grown
  • Food with FAM & Lower Eastside Girls Club
"Dr. Loy is very knowledgeable and I enjoyed her talk. I learned a lot. Loved the enthusiasm. I would love a whole day on this topic."
— American Academy of Pediatrics National Convention Attendee
September, 2025
Recent Selected Talks
Sep 2025
Lessons from Blue Zones and Integrative Medicine for Vital Pediatricians
American Academy of Pediatrics National Convention · Denver, CO
Sep 2025
Real World Approaches to Culinary Medicine in Healthcare
International Plant-Based Nutrition Healthcare Conference · Palm Springs, CA
Sep 2024
From Market to Medicine: Nurturing Health with Global Flavors and Centuries of Wisdom
Rodale Regenerative Healthcare Conference · Kutztown, PA
Oct 2025
TCIM Across the Lifespan — Integrative Pediatrics
3rd World Congress on TCIM · Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Nov 2025
Shop with the Doc: Feasibility and Impact of Cultural Grocery Tours on Nutrition
ACLM Annual Conference · Dallas, TX
May 2025
Microbiome Mastery: Embracing Global Plant Foods and Cultural Wisdom
Georgetown University Food as Medicine Conference · Washington, DC
Mar 2025
Harnessing Traditional Chinese Medicine for Oncology
International Congress of Integrative Medicine · Seattle, WA
Jan 2024
Culinary Medicine In Action: Applying Plant-Powered Nutrition and Herbal Wisdom for Medical Education and Clinical Excellence
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Grand Rounds
Apr 2024
Narrative Medicine: Patient Care, Clinician Well-Being, and Medical Education
U. of Az AWCIM IMR Faculty Development Meeting · Tucson, AZ
Media & Press
Online Features
July 27, 2025
The 3 Best Meditation Apps

New York Times Wirecutter

May 6, 2024
Should You Take Up Tai Chi? Experts Explain the Benefits

Yahoo Life

April 2, 2024
Can Biohacking Really Extend Your Life? 4 MDs Weigh In

Popsugar Fitness

April 1, 2024
Watch your Tongue: The Tongue as a Diagnostic Tool in Western and Traditional Chinese Medicine

Real Simple Magazine

February 26, 2024
The Longest Living People in the World All Abide by the Power 9 Rule

GQ

September 12, 2022
Can Supplements Ease Anxiety?

Forbes

Podcasts & Video

Let's collaborate

Dr. Loy welcomes speaking invitations, research collaborations, nonprofit partnerships, and media inquiries — keynotes, grand rounds, panel discussions, workshops, and scientific advisory roles.

Book Dr. Loy as a Speaker

Conferences, grand rounds, community events, corporate wellness, and nonprofit engagements.

Research & Media Collaborations

Co-investigator opportunities, media expert commentary, podcast appearances, and brand partnerships with mission-aligned nonprofits.