2026 Community of Wellness
Community of Wellness Symposium & Gala
April 8–11, 2026
Mayo Civic Center, Rochester, MN
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Pathway to Vibrant Health
Each year, the Lotus Health Foundation Symposium & Gala brings together healthcare leaders, changemakers, and community members to advance equity and education in medicine.
Why Attend?
Top experts in lifestyle medicine shared cutting-edge solutions and science-backed strategies to improve health and longevity.
- Discover the root causes of preventable and reversible chronic diseases
- Learn practical strategies for lifelong health and well-being
- Engage in hands-on activities like “Walk With A Doc,” breath work, and movement sessions
- Enjoy fantastic plant-based meals throughout the event
- Medical professionals can earn Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits with optional “add-on”
- Expand your healthy network
What Was Shared?
Top experts in lifestyle medicine shared cutting-edge solutions and science-backed strategies.
- Brain Health & Alzheimer's Prevention
- Hormonal Health for Men & Women
- Gut Health & Overall Health
- The Nutritarian Diet for Longevity & Vitality
- Diabetes Management & Prevention
- Exercise & Resistance Training
- Herbs, Energy & Plant-Based Vitality
- Community Wellness Action Plans
What You Could Expect:
Inspiring Speakers
Learn from trusted leaders in lifestyle medicine sharing practical, science-backed strategies for longevity, vitality, and disease prevention.
Nourishing Food
Enjoy delicious, plant-forward meals included with your ticket that support energy, vitality, and long-term health.
Meaningful Connection
Connect with healthcare professionals and community members who share a passion for prevention and healthy aging.
Movement & Activity
Experience guided movement and stretching designed to support strength, mobility, and vitality at every stage of life.
Real Stories. Real Changes. Feedback That Inspires.
“The symposium gave me practical tools I could use immediately, and the community of people committed to wellness was truly inspiring.”
2026 Symposium Attendee
Highlights From the 2026 Symposium
How to Support Us
By sponsoring the Community of Wellness Symposium & Gala, you help expand access to practical, evidence-based wellness education that empowers individuals, families, and communities to live healthier, more vibrant lives.
Why Sponsor
Your support strengthens a growing movement focused on prevention, healing, and whole-person well-being. Together, we can make it easier for people to take meaningful steps toward lasting health.
- Support programs that teach lifestyle medicine skills in nutrition, movement, and stress management
- Help make high-quality health education accessible to people seeking lasting, sustainable change
- Connect your organization with healthcare professionals, wellness advocates, and community partners
- Contribute to meaningful improvements in well-being that ripple far beyond the event itself
Hotels
EVEN Hotel Rochester
The designated hotel with special rates for this event, while rooms still available.
Address: 101 11th Ave. SW, Rochester, Minnesota 55902
Phone: 507.258.2323
Reserve your room here
Hotel Indigo
A convenient choice for conference attendees, located within walking distance of the Mayo Civic Center.
Rooms are first come, first serve, so book early to secure the discounted rate.
Reserve your room hereOur History
The Lotus Health Conference began in 2017 with a single presenter, the late Dr. Hans Diehl, and a simple vision of sharing healthy living through food, community, and education.
From those humble beginnings with just 25 attendees, the conference has grown into a platform addressing nearly every major health topic, shaped by resilience, persistence, and a shared commitment to lifestyle medicine. After pausing during the pandemic, the conference relaunched in 2022 with renewed purpose and continues to expand, drawing hundreds each year.
Looking ahead, the vision is bold: to keep welcoming more participants each year and to keep inspiring individuals and communities to embrace healthier, hope-filled lives.
