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Portrait of Dr. Dalal Akoury, founder and integrative health educator

Dr. Dalal Akoury, M.D.

Founder of AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center
Licensed Physician | Integrative Medical Practice Leader

Dr. Dalal Akoury, MD, is a distinguished physician with over 40 years of experience. She trained in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and Emory University and conducted NIH-funded research in leukemia, PCR diagnostics, and passive smoking carcinogenesis. Dr. Akoury is a global leader in integrative, functional, regenerative, metabolic, and precision medicine and founder of AWAREmed Health & Wellness. A ten-time international bestselling author and educator, she has published 15+ scientific papers and lectures worldwide on cancer, metabolic health, addiction neurobiology, anti-aging, and cellular restoration.

Care at AWAREmed is individualized and guided by professional medical judgment. Recommendations are based on clinical evaluation, patient goals, and safety considerations. Outcomes vary for each individual.

Specialty Training, Credentials & Professional Education

Fellowship training in Integrative Oncology

Fellowship training in Anti-Aging, Functional & Regenerative Medicine; Diplomate, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M)

Emergency Medicine – Formerly Board Certified; approximately 20 years of Emergency Room clinical experience

Pediatric Hematology & Oncology – Formerly Board Certified

Pediatrics – Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

Licensed physician in multiple U.S. states

Professional Education & Affiliations

American College for Advancement in Medicine (ACAM) – Member/Graduate

American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M)

Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM)

Fellowship in Anti-Aging and Functional Medicine (FAAFM)

Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice (AFMCP)

Master’s Degree in Public Health

Medical Institutions

Publisher & Author

Dr. Dalal Akoury has contributed to medical and wellness-related literature as part of her professional and educational work.

Cancer : Beyond The Cure Book Image

Author or co-author of multiple medical research publications

Author of books focused on gastrointestinal health, lifestyle, and wellness education

Some publications have achieved bestseller status within specific publishing platforms or categories, reflecting reader interest and engagement. Bestseller recognition relates to publishing performance only and does not indicate medical effectiveness or clinical outcomes.

Speaker & Educator

Dr. Akoury has participated as a speaker at medical, educational, and wellness conferences and professional events.

Do not eat the donuts book image

Speaker at more than 20 conferences and educational programs

Presentations delivered in multiple languages, including English, French, Spanish, Arabic, with limited Greek and German

Her speaking engagements focus on medical education, integrative care concepts, and professional development, and are intended for informational purposes.

Dr. Dalal Akoury featured on FOX Midday News discussing integrative medicine

Media & Educational Outreach

Dr. Dalal Akoury featured on FOX Midday News discussing integrative medicine

Celebrating Patient Improvement

Dr. Dalal Akoury featured on FOX Midday News discussing integrative medicine

Professional Training & Mentorship

In the Media

Podcasts

Books

Celebrities & Professionals

Dr. Dalal Akoury with Dr.Phil at JT Foxx Mega Event event

Dr. Phil

Dr. Dalal Akoury with Gene Simmons at JT Foxx Mega Event event

Gene Simmons

Dr. Dalal Akoury with George Ross at JT Foxx Mega Event event

George Ross

Dr. Dalal Akoury with Ice-T at JT Foxx Mega Event event

Ice-T

My first time to Carnegie Hall was also Ice T’s first time to Carnegie Hall. He joked with me that “as a career criminal he is the longest running cop in TV history.” In addition, he said that you should “never apply your moral compass to another person.” Coco went on to say that to succeed you can’t be afraid of rejection. Rejection and failure are a part of the success pathway.

Dr. Dalal Akoury with John Travolta at JT Foxx Mega Event event

John Travolta

Dr. Dalal Akoury with Mark Wahlberg at JT Foxx Mega Event event

Mark Wahlberg

Dr. Dalal Akoury with Mel Gibson at JT Foxx Mega Event event

Mel Gibson

Dr. Dalal Akoury with Steve Wozniak at JT Foxx Mega Event event

Steve Wozniak

Dr. Dalal Akoury with Martha Stewart at JT Foxx Mega Event event

Martha Stewart

Dr. Dalal Akoury Sharing an incredible time with Martha Stewart, a smart businesswoman speaking and discussing at Carnegie Hall the dream, the challenges, the mission. Dr. Akoury shared with her how the death of her father and brother has shaped her medical career.

Dr. Akoury discussing with Oprah

Oprah Winfrey

“We cannot achieve Wellness without optimal health. Health effects. All parts of our lives. Physical, spiritual, emotional and social”

Dr. Akoury discussing with Oprah.

Dr. Akoury with Vanilla Ice

Vanilla Ice

Dr. Akoury with Michael Buffer

Michael Buffer

Dr. Akoury meeting with Oprah at JT Foxx Mega Event event

Bret Michael

Dr. Akoury discussing with Christie Brinkley at JT Foxx Mega Event event

Christie Brinkley

Doctor Akoury speaks with Christie Brinkley about the importance of lifestyle for healing and feeling better and looking good.

Dr. Akoury with Al Pacino

Al Pacino

Dr. Akoury with Bethenny Frankel at JT Foxx Mega Event event

Bethenny Frankel

Dr. Akoury talking with Oprah at JT Foxx Mega Event event

Charlie Sheen

Dr. Akoury with Suzanne Somers

Suzanne Somers

Dr. Akoury with Nigel Farage

Nigel Farage

Dr. Dalal Akoury shakes hands with Nigel Farage after discussing how to become a “healpreneur” at the London Stock Exchange.

Dr. Akoury with Evander Holyfield

Evander Holyfield

World Champion boxer Evander Holyfield told me that being the youngest of 9 children his brothers and sisters never let him win. He took up boxing at a young age and continued to work on his skills until nobody could beat him. I told him how I'm working toward being a champion against cancer.

Dr. Dalal Akoury with Doctor Drew

Doctor Drew

Dr. Akoury with Dr. Zilin Wang

Dr. Zilin Wang

In the Sacred Stonehenge shrine, Dr. Akoury and Dr. Zilin Wang discuss how the loss of their family members has shaped how they think about healthcare. They made a promise to be healers, not just doctors, and treat their patients like their own family members.

Dr. Dalal Akoury with Josh Axe

Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe is a Doctor of Chiropractic, certified doctor of natural medicine and clinical nutritionist with a passion to help people eat healthy and live a healthy lifestyle. He and Dr. Dalal Akoury spent time in Nashville Tennessee discussing their ideas on leadership in medicine.

Dr. Dalal Akoury with Dr. Emi K. Hosoda

Dr. Emi K. Hosoda

Dr. Emi K. Hosoda is a board-certified internal medicine practitioner who provides personalized and integrative care to her patients at Vibrant Wellness Clinic in Enumclaw, Washington. Her and Dr. Dalal Akoury discussed their ideas on how healing patients should be approached at the Infinite Leaders Conference in Nashville Tennessee.

Media Appearances

Dr. Dalal Akoury speaking on Radio 77 WABC with Clint Arthur discussing how her first experience with cancer was when she lost her dad. This changed her life and made her the doctor she is today. Her top priority is caring for her cancer patients and making every effort to make cancer an obsolete disease.

Radio 77 WABC with Clint Arthur

Dr. Dalal Akoury speaking on Radio 77 WABC with Clint Arthur discussing how her first experience with cancer was when she lost her dad. This changed her life and made her the doctor she is today. Her top priority is caring for her cancer patients and making every effort to make cancer an obsolete disease.

Dr. Dalal Akoury sits with Rachel Jordan on Fox News to discuss chronic fatigue and ways you can prevent it.

Fox Midday News with Rachel Jordan

Dr. Dalal Akoury sits with Rachel Jordan on Fox News to discuss chronic fatigue and ways you can prevent it.

Professional Appearances & Awards

Dr. Akoury speaking at the New York Academy of Medicine. Explaining to several physicians that lifestyle medicine is essential for achieving peak performance.

New York Academy of Medicine

Dr. Akoury speaking at the New York Academy of Medicine. Explaining to several physicians that lifestyle medicine is essential for achieving peak performance.

Dr. Dalal Akoury, Oncologist, Global Speaker, Published Author, Founder & President of Integrative Advanced Medicine Institute (IAMI) and the founder of AWAREmed health and wellness resource center, was recently selected as Empowered Woman of the Year for 2021 by the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP).

Empowered Woman of the Year 2021

Dr. Dalal Akoury, Oncologist, Global Speaker, Published Author, Founder & President of Integrative Advanced Medicine Institute (IAMI) and the founder of AWAREmed health and wellness resource center, was recently selected as Empowered Woman of the Year for 2021 by the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP).

Dr. Dalal Akoury addressed an audience of approximately 4,000 entrepreneurs in South Africa, presenting on integrative medicine and wellness education. The focus of the presentation was on professional awareness, lifestyle considerations, and holistic support strategies in healthcare and personal well-being.

Integrative Medicine – South Africa

Dr. Dalal Akoury addressed an audience of approximately 4,000 entrepreneurs in South Africa, presenting on integrative medicine and wellness education. The focus of the presentation was on professional awareness, lifestyle considerations, and holistic support strategies in healthcare and personal well-being.

Dr. Dalal Akoury speaking to 300 doctors about peak performance and training physicians in lifestyle medicine.

Peak Performance Training – Healthcare Professionals

Dr. Dalal Akoury speaking to 300 doctors about peak performance and training physicians in lifestyle medicine.

Dr. Dalal Akoury delivered a presentation at the London Stock Exchange on professional development in healthcare. She discussed strategies for healthcare professionals, including doctors and pharmacists, to integrate business and wellness knowledge into their practices in a professional and educational context.

London Stock Exchange

Dr. Dalal Akoury delivered a presentation at the London Stock Exchange on professional development in healthcare. She discussed strategies for healthcare professionals, including doctors and pharmacists, to integrate business and wellness knowledge into their practices in a professional and educational context.

Dr. Akoury presented to healthcare professionals on topics related to integrative and supportive healthcare approaches. The focus was on professional education, patient-centered care, and safe, complementary strategies that can be considered alongside conventional medical practice.

University of Oxford

At the University of Oxford, Dr. Akoury presented to healthcare professionals on topics related to integrative and supportive healthcare approaches. The focus was on professional education, patient-centered care, and safe, complementary strategies that can be considered alongside conventional medical practice.

Dr. Dalal Akoury delivered a presentation at Churchill College, University of Cambridge, where she spoke about integrative approaches to patient support and wellness education. Her work in this area is informed by personal experiences with family health challenges and a commitment to improving patient education and awareness.

Cambridge – Churchill College

Dr. Dalal Akoury delivered a presentation at Churchill College, University of Cambridge, where she spoke about integrative approaches to patient support and wellness education. Her work in this area is informed by personal experiences with family health challenges and a commitment to improving patient education and awareness.

Dr. Akoury presented at the Royal Society of Medicine, discussing integrative approaches to healthcare and exploring ways to support patients safely alongside conventional medical care. Drawing from her experiences, she emphasizes the importance of education, collaboration, and comprehensive patient support in medical decision-making.

Royal Society of Medicine

Dr. Akoury presented at the Royal Society of Medicine, discussing integrative approaches to healthcare and exploring ways to support patients safely alongside conventional medical care. Drawing from her experiences, she emphasizes the importance of education, collaboration, and comprehensive patient support in medical decision-making.

In 2020, Dr. Dalal Akoury was recognized with an Outstanding Speaker Award at the CNN Center in Atlanta. The award, presented by Clint Arthur, acknowledges her ongoing efforts to educate audiences about integrative and holistic approaches to healthcare. This recognition highlights public speaking and educational contributions, not patient outcomes or clinical results.

2020 Outstanding Speaker Award

In 2020, Dr. Dalal Akoury was recognized with an Outstanding Speaker Award at the CNN Center in Atlanta. The award, presented by Clint Arthur, acknowledges her ongoing efforts to educate audiences about integrative and holistic approaches to healthcare. This recognition highlights public speaking and educational contributions, not patient outcomes or clinical results.

Dr. Dalal Akoury was honored as an honorary Black Horse Trooper following a presentation at Fort Irwin, California, where she spoke with service members about stress and its potential effects on general health when unmanaged. The honorary recognition was presented by Lieutenant Colonel Clarke.

Educational Engagement with Service Members

Dr. Dalal Akoury was honored as an honorary Black Horse Trooper following a presentation at Fort Irwin, California, where she spoke with service members about stress and its potential effects on general health when unmanaged. The honorary recognition was presented by Lieutenant Colonel Clarke.

AWAREmed Health and Wellness Resource Center offers integrative medical services designed to support overall health and well-being. As part of our individualized approach, licensed medical professionals may use clinically appropriate assessments, including evaluations related to hormonal and metabolic patterns, to help inform patient discussions and care planning.

Patients are welcomed into a professional and calming clinical environment where our medical team provides education and guidance on the range of supportive services available. These may include lifestyle-focused programs, wellness consultations, and the use of modern clinical technologies when appropriate.

All care at AWAREmed is personalized and developed collaboratively between physician and patient. Recommendations are based on medical evaluation, patient goals, and clinical judgment. Services are supportive in nature and do not guarantee specific outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is the lead physician at AWAREmed Health & Wellness Resource Center?

Dalal Akoury, MD, is the founder and lead physician, bringing over 40 years of diverse clinical experience to the practice. She is a licensed Medical Doctor who has dedicated her career to advancing the fields of integrative and precision medicine through physician-led care.

2. What is Dr. Akoury’s medical background and training?

Dr. Akoury completed fellowship training in Pediatric Oncology, which provided her with a deep clinical understanding of cellular health and complex pathologies. This rigorous medical foundation informs her current work in helping patients navigate chronic wellness challenges through an evidence-informed lens.

3. How does Dr. Akoury’s experience benefit her patients?

With four decades of experience as both a clinician and an international medical educator, Dr. Akoury provides a level of medical oversight that is rare in the wellness industry. Her extensive background ensures that every patient receives an individualized assessment rooted in professional clinical expertise.

4. What is Dr. Akoury's philosophy on integrative medicine?

Her philosophy centers on a physician-led, whole-person approach that utilizes precision medicine to identify the unique needs of each individual. She focuses on providing supportive and educational care that respects the complexity of human physiology while maintaining strict medical safety standards.

5. Is Dr. Akoury involved in medical education and research?

Yes, Dr. Akoury is a recognized international medical educator who frequently shares her insights on integrative and precision medicine with the global medical community. This commitment to ongoing education ensures that the protocols at AWAREmed remain aligned with current evidence-informed practices.

6. Does Dr. Akoury personally supervise the programs at AWAREmed?

Every program and educational track at AWAREmed is designed and supervised by Dalal Akoury, MD. Her direct involvement ensures that all supportive services meet high clinical standards for medical board safety and patient transparency.

7. What role does Dr. Akoury play in the initial consultation?

During an individualized assessment, Dr. Akoury reviews your medical history and clinical data to provide a precision-based roadmap for your wellness. This physician-led interaction is focused on education and providing a supportive framework for your health goals.

8. How does Dr. Akoury work with a patient’s other doctors?

Dr. Akoury views her role as complementary to a patient’s existing medical team and encourages open communication with primary and specialty physicians. Her goal is to provide integrative support that enhances, rather than replaces, the conventional care a patient is receiving.

9. What specific areas of medicine does Dr. Akoury focus on today?

Dr. Akoury focuses on precision medicine, bioidentical hormone education, and supportive nutritional protocols. Her work is dedicated to helping patients achieve physiological balance through evidence-informed, physician-supervised integrative care.

10. Can I trust that the information provided is medically sound?

Yes. You should continue care with your primary healthcare provider unless advised otherwise by them.

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The information on this website is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. All medical services are provided under the care of Dr. Dalal Akoury, MD, a licensed physician. Individual results vary, and no specific outcomes are guaranteed. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting or changing any medical program.

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