Kien Vuu, MD: Performance Expert

  • Founder, Vuu MD Performance and Longevity
  • Asst Clinical Professor of Medicine, UCLA
  • Performance and Longevity Expert
  • KIEN VUU MD (Doctor V) is a human and organizational longevity and performance expert, assistant clinical professor of medicine at UCLA, and a physician who has found a better way.
  • A former surgeon who overcame two chronic diseases, he is now a passionate health and human performance champion.
  • On a mission to spread ideas on elevating human potential, 

Travel & Fee Range:**

  • Travels from: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • **Fee range: $20,001 - $35,000

Keynote Topics

MAXIMIZING HUMAN POTENTIAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE

In today’s world, rapidly transformed by technological advances and the lasting impact of the pandemic, there’s a less visible but equally impactful crisis unfolding: the erosion of human potential. Across the globe, individuals grapple with diminished vitality, compromised emotional well-being, and waning energy.

For organizations, the imperative is clear: to unlock the latent potential within their workforce, fostering an environment of growth and innovation.

In his inspiring and deeply moving keynote, Dr. Kien Vuu (Doctor V) reveals innovative, science-based strategies for reaching and maintaining peak performance. Drawing from his extensive background in longevity and human performance, Doctor V introduces an accessible framework to achieve the Thrive State – a dynamic condition of heightened energy and capacity that drives both individual and organizational success.

This presentation is enriched by Doctor V’s own journey of overcoming personal health challenges and his extensive research into the habits and practices of exceptional leaders and thriving cultures known for their extraordinary productivity, resilience, and creative breakthroughs.

Takeaways:

  • Grasp the biology underpinning optimal health, longevity, and peak performance.
  • Uncover the five crucial focus areas to reach optimized human potential.
  • Learn from the world’s happiest and healthiest cultures to enhance well-being.
  • Navigate any workplace transformation with increased resilience and reduced stress.
  • Apply the IMPACT framework to attain the Thrive State and turn challenges into significant growth opportunities.

MASTERING CHANGE IN THE EVER-EVOLVING NEW NORMAL

In our dynamic world, characterized by the lingering impacts of the pandemic and the rapid progression of artificial intelligence, the ability to adeptly navigate and master constant change has become indispensable. The modern workforce is continually challenged by shifts in organizational goals, structural transformations such as mergers and acquisitions, the advent of cutting-edge technologies, and evolving market landscapes. Amidst this backdrop of perpetual change, it is crucial for employees across all tiers to not just cope but excel.

In his perceptive and engaging presentation, Dr. Kien Vuu (Doctor V) emphasizes the significance of recognizing and capitalizing on the biological indicators of change. He illustrates how these signals, when correctly identified and utilized, can be converted into substantial growth and development opportunities.

Doctor V shares practical, scientifically grounded strategies, empowering individuals to successfully navigate and thrive amidst the stresses, pressures, and novel situations encountered in today’s workplace.

Takeaways:

  • Deciphering the biological basis of stress and change, and understanding its impact on both individual and team performance.
  • Developing a resilient mindset, transforming each transformation or disruption into an avenue for personal and professional growth
  • Harnessing the power of personal identity and purpose as essential drivers for improved performance and adaptability
  • Transitioning from reactive responses to strategic, conscious action in managing change.
  • Implementing an effective framework to transform stress and anxiety into catalysts for hope, drive and empowerment.

TRANSFORMING BODIES AND ORGANIZATIONS INTO POWERHOUSES OF EXCELLENCE

In the ever-changing landscape of business and technology, the key to unlocking unparalleled success lies in understanding and harnessing the power of ecosystems. Dr. Kien Vuu (Doctor V) introduces this concept in his transformative keynote, “Leadership Alchemy: Transforming Bodies and Organizations into Powerhouses of Excellence.” This session illuminates how both our bodies and organizations function as complex ecosystems, each requiring insightful leadership to achieve greatness. Dive deep into the symbiotic relationship between personal well-being and organizational health.

Dr. Vuu’s expertise in the Thrive State reveals a profound connection between optimizing individual health and enhancing organizational performance. By treating both the human body and an organization as dynamic ecosystems, attendees will discover revolutionary leadership strategies that catalyze peak performance, resilience, and innovation.

Takeaways:

  • Ecosystem Leadership Principles: Understand how the principles that govern healthy, thriving biological ecosystems can be applied to foster excellence in organizational settings.
  • The Thrive State Methodology: Learn about the biology and psychology underpinning the Thrive State and how it can be leveraged to drive personal and team success.
  • Mastering Personal and Organizational Health: Discover how enhancing individual well-being contributes to creating a robust, high-performing organizational culture.
  • Transformative Leadership Skills: Acquire skills to lead effectively through change, nurturing resilience and adaptability in teams and oneself.
  • Strategic Framework for Peak Performance: Apply the Thrive State framework to turn challenges into opportunities for growth, ensuring sustainable success in all areas of life and work.

THE THRIVE STATE ACTIVATION DETAILS AND TAKEAWAYS

WORKSHOP DETAILS:
In our rapidly evolving world, unlocking the full potential of your team is crucial. The “Thrive State Activation Workshop” is a dynamic experience designed to tap into the untapped reservoirs of human potential, transforming how your team approaches health, emotions, and energy. This workshop is more than a learning experience; it’s an interactive journey toward collective excellence.

WORKSHOP TAKEAWAYS:

  • Practical skills in breathwork, movement, and laughter yoga for daily application.
  • Strategies for enhancing team communication and deepening interpersonal connections.
  • Techniques to cultivate a group flow state, elevating collective performance and productivity.
  • Tools to harness stress and transform it into a positive driving force.
  • Insight into fostering a thriving, resilient, and innovative team culture.

PRECISION WELLNESS FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE

WORKSHOP DETAILS:
Welcome to “The Peak Performing Team” workshop, an innovative and cutting-edge program designed to elevate your team’s performance to new heights.

Integrating the latest in AI-driven epigenetic wellness and human performance technology, this workshop offers personalized strategies for optimizing health, resilience, energy, and focus. In this interactive and engaging workshop, participants will discover practical ways to manage their health and stress and learn how to leverage AI and epigenetic insights to achieve peak performance.

By understanding each individual’s unique DNA building blocks, we offer a precise and personalized approach to wellness and productivity.

WORKSHOP TAKEAWAYS:

  • Mastery of AI and epigenetic technology for personalized wellness and performance.
  • Strategies to manage stress and maintain resilience in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Insights into holistic wellness approaches tailored to individual and team needs.
  • Understanding of how to leverage technology for continuous health and performance improvement.
  • Tools for authentic engagement and maximizing team potential through precision wellness.

Kien Vuu, MD— popularly known as Doctor V—is an assistant professor of Health Sciences at UCLA, speaker, media expert, founder of VuuMD Performance and Longevity, and best-selling author of Thrive State: Your Blueprint for Optimal Health, Longevity, and Peak Performance. Dr. V has been practicing medicine for over 14 years and combines his knowledge as […]

Kien Vuu, MD— popularly known as Doctor V—is an assistant professor of Health Sciences at UCLA, speaker, media expert, founder of VuuMD Performance and Longevity, and best-selling author of Thrive State: Your Blueprint for Optimal Health, Longevity, and Peak Performance. Dr. V has been practicing medicine for over 14 years and combines his knowledge as a doctor with his personal experiences overcoming chronic disease.

Dr. V has survived remarkable odds to be here today. As an infant refugee, he survived dysentery, living on a boat for eight months when his penniless parents traveled to America. As an adult, he struggled with diabetes and high blood pressure, until an encounter with a patient changed his life and set him on a new course.

Kien Vuu | Wellness Performance

Dr. V was first trained in Interventional and Diagnostic Radiology and became an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of disease using state-of-the-art medical imaging and non-invasive surgery. Dissatisfied with the disease-based model of modern medicine, Dr V sought out additional training with world experts in nutrition, personal development, spirituality, as well as performance and longevity medicine.

He also pursued fellowship training and board certification by the American Board of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine.

Today, Dr. Kien Vuu directs a concierge practice to help his clients optimize their health and rediscover their unique contributions to the world through time-tested, science-driven protocols that combine ancestral wisdom and modern medicine. Dr. V’s clientele includes corporate and professional athletes, physicians, c-suite executives, as well as known celebrities and TV personalities.

When not working with clients, Dr. V is a health media expert and speaker, sharing knowledge to raise health consciousness on various platforms, including ABC News, TEDx, The Doctors, and Access Hollywood.

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