Good morning from Cannes.
Today marks the start of a two-day deep dive into the Longevity Docs Summit, where leaders from around the world are gathering to shape the future of aging and healthspan. I'm here at the Palais des Festivals, ground zero for what might be the most concentrated group of longevity-focused physicians, scientists, and policymakers on the planet.
It’s 8:00 AM local time, but for those of you in the U.S., I know it’s the middle of the night. Still, this is where longevity lives today.
We had a bit of a rocky start — microphone failure, background chaos, and a dose of humility. But as I always say, longevity is about adaptation. The unexpected is part of the terrain, in medicine and in life.
Last night I had the privilege of dining with a group of minds shaping this space — Dr. Eric Verdin, Dr. Tamsin Lewis, and the Director of Aging for New York City, among others. The conversation ranged from molecular targets to implementation strategies. As Dr. Verdin wisely reminded us: we’re still early. This field is not yet settled science. And that’s exactly why we need days like today.
When I teach medical students, I say it straight:
“Don’t bother taking notes. Half of what I say will be lies by the time you practice. The other half will simply be outdated.”
Longevity medicine is no different. It is a specialty in evolution. And this summit is one of its evolutionary steps.
Today’s sessions will cover the core pillars: data, research, translation, and clinical application. I’ll be taking notes and sharing curated recaps throughout the day — focused, clinically relevant, and stripped of hype. Expect a lunchtime briefing and end-of-day synthesis.
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If you’re here for rigor, clarity, and insight into what matters in longevity medicine right now — this is your series.
More soon. Remember sharing is caring.
To A Life Well Lived
— Dr. Murphy
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