General Session

UNBREAKABLE: Precision longevity and aging with powerVonda Wright

Monday, October 13, 2025
9:30 am–10:30 am

Aging is no longer just about adding years to life—it’s about adding life to years. With groundbreaking discoveries in longevity science, we now understand aging in ways that allow for precision wellness: targeted, personalized strategies to optimize health as we grow older. This session explores the latest advancements in aging science, including how life changes at 64 (when past choices start to catch up with us) and what we can do to stay ahead.

In this General Session, Dr. Vonda Wright, author, researcher and pioneering orthopedic sports surgeon, dives into the idea of bone as a living organ and its implications for lifelong strength and mobility, particularly in women’s health, where differences from men necessitate unique approaches. Knowledge alone is not enough. Behavior change is key. How do we effectively integrate new insights into daily life? What tools and technologies are driving personalized health recommendations? Are we truly at the cusp of precision wellness, and if so, how do we harness it for better outcomes? Gain insights from Dr. Wright on where the science of aging is heading and what it means for you. You’ll leave with actionable strategies to personalize your approach to longevity and well-being for yourself and for your residents/members.

You’ll be able to:

• Discuss the latest advancements in the science of aging.
• Describe tools and technologies that drive tailored health recommendations.
• Apply strategies for a personalized approach to longevity and well-being.

Faculty: Vonda Wright, MD, MS, double-board certified orthopedic sports surgeon, researcher, author and speaker, human performance expert, women’s health authority, and thought leader committed to redefining aging. Wright is also the founding Chief of Sports Medicine at Northside Health System and inaugural Medical Director of the UPMC [University of Pittsburgh Medical Center] Lemieux Sports Complex.
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Dr. Vonda Wright
With over 25 years of clinical experience, Dr. Vonda Wright has cared for more than 100,000 patients, using her unique blend of medical expertise and innovative approaches to help people go strong, live long and age with power. She is a fierce advocate for women’s longevity and peak performance and a thought leader committed to redefining aging. Her award-winning research in musculoskeletal aging has transformed the conversation around health, emphasizing actionable strategies that foster vitality and optimal well-being. The keynote speaker and media expert has shared her insights with clarity and passion on podcasts and television and in top publications.

Dr. Wright has been at the forefront of advancing orthopedic care for elite athletes and active individuals, serving as the founding Chief of Sports Medicine at Northside Health System and inaugural Medical Director of the UPMC [University of Pittsburgh Medical Center] Lemieux Sports Complex. After receiving a master’s degree in Oncology nursing from Rush University in Chicago, she attended the University of Chicago-Pritzker School of Medicine. She completed her Orthopaedic residency at the University of Pittsburgh and her fellowship in Sports Medicine at the prestigious Hospital for Special Surgery in NY.

A prolific author and content creator, Dr. Wright invites everyone to discover the tools for an unbreakable future in her book, Unbreakable: A Woman’s Guide to Aging with Power, launching in fall 2025. With her compelling messages and no-nonsense delivery, she not only informs but inspires action, encouraging athletes and active people of all ages and skill levels to reclaim their health and thrive at every stage of life.