John La Puma

John La Puma

Keynote Speaker: Board-Certified Internist, Professionally Trained Chef & NYT Bestselling Author; Advocate for Nature-Based Medicine

John La Puma Biography

John La Puma has extensively contributed to the field of wellness through his multifaceted career as an internist, chef, and author. He played a pioneering role in the integration of culinary skills and nutrition in the medical field, being the first physician to introduce cooking and nutrition as part of medical education in the United States. His entrepreneurial spirit is evident in his founding of several initiatives such as CHEF Clinic and ChefMD, aimed at promoting wellness through a combination of healthy eating, fitness, and medically informed cooking.

La Puma's expertise is not just confined to the culinary world, but extends to the literary arena as well. His authorship of books like "The RealAge Diet: Make Yourself Younger with What You Eat" and "ChefMD's Big Book of Culinary Medicine," both of which have made it to The New York Times Bestseller List, underscores his authority in the field of culinary medicine. His knowledge and passion for health and wellness have also found a platform on television shows including "Eat and Cook Healthy with Dr John La Puma!" on PBS and "What’s Cookin’ With ChefMD?" on Lifetime Television.

In recent years, La Puma has turned his focus towards nature therapy, showcasing his versatility in the health and wellness sphere. He explored the benefits of nature through a mini docuseries titled "GreenRx" and also lectured at Harvard University on the topic of "The Scientific Basis for Nature as Medicine". Today, he continues to advocate for nature-based medicine through his work on his organic regenerative farm.

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John La Puma Speaking Topics

The Indoor Epidemic: A Physician's Guide to Restoring Health Without Changing Work Hours

We spend 93% of our lives indoors, breathing recycled air and absorbing invisible toxins that double our risk of heart attack and stroke. Dr. John La Puma reveals the clinical evidence behind our indoor health crisis and delivers practical, high-impact strategies to detoxify your environment and reclaim your vitality—without overhauling your schedule or career.

The 7% Outdoor Rx: How Small Outdoor Habits Restore Sleep, Focus, and Resilience

What if just 7% of your day spent outdoors could reset your nervous system, improve sleep quality, and sharpen mental clarity? Dr. La Puma shares the neuroscience behind nature's restorative power and provides actionable protocols that busy professionals can implement immediately to combat stress, enhance performance, and build lasting resilience.

Burnout Isn't Just Mental: The Hidden Health Cost of Indoor Work—and How to Reverse It

Burnout has a biological signature: chronic inflammation, disrupted circadian rhythms, and metabolic dysfunction—all driven by our indoor environments. Dr. La Puma exposes the physical toll of modern work life and offers evidence-based interventions that address the root causes, helping leaders and teams recover energy, focus, and health from the inside out.

Nature as a Performance Tool: The Science of Light, Air, and Human Energy

Elite performers know that environment shapes output. Dr. La Puma decodes how natural light, fresh air, and outdoor exposure directly influence cognitive function, decision-making, and physical stamina. This talk equips executives and high achievers with the science and strategies to optimize their biology for sustained peak performance.

John La Puma Videos

About John La Puma MD: Video Intro
John La Puma Speaker Reel
John LaPuma Highlight Reel

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How much does it cost to book John La Puma for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for John La Puma, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book John La Puma are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire John La Puma, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does John La Puma speak about?

John La Puma is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Health & Wellness, Celebrity Chef, Change Management, Peak Performance, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Medicine, Nutrition, Aging, Stress Management, Mental Health, Hospitality, Generational Issues, Ethics & Integrity, TED, Fitness, Social Media, Author and Bestselling Authors.

Where does John La Puma travel from?

John La Puma generally travels from Santa Barbara, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for John La Puma?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like John La Puma for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book John La Puma for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host John La Puma or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

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John La Puma is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Health & Wellness, Celebrity Chef and Change Management. The estimated speaking fee range to book John La Puma for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. John La Puma generally travels from Santa Barbara, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Zack Kass, Eric Boles and Daymond John. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling John La Puma for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 03/03/2026.

John La Puma Speaking Topics

  • The Indoor Epidemic: A Physician's Guide to Restoring Health Without Changing Work Hours

    We spend 93% of our lives indoors, breathing recycled air and absorbing invisible toxins that double our risk of heart attack and stroke. Dr. John La Puma reveals the clinical evidence behind our indoor health crisis and delivers practical, high-impact strategies to detoxify your environment and reclaim your vitality—without overhauling your schedule or career.

  • The 7% Outdoor Rx: How Small Outdoor Habits Restore Sleep, Focus, and Resilience

    What if just 7% of your day spent outdoors could reset your nervous system, improve sleep quality, and sharpen mental clarity? Dr. La Puma shares the neuroscience behind nature's restorative power and provides actionable protocols that busy professionals can implement immediately to combat stress, enhance performance, and build lasting resilience.

  • Burnout Isn't Just Mental: The Hidden Health Cost of Indoor Work—and How to Reverse It

    Burnout has a biological signature: chronic inflammation, disrupted circadian rhythms, and metabolic dysfunction—all driven by our indoor environments. Dr. La Puma exposes the physical toll of modern work life and offers evidence-based interventions that address the root causes, helping leaders and teams recover energy, focus, and health from the inside out.

  • Nature as a Performance Tool: The Science of Light, Air, and Human Energy

    Elite performers know that environment shapes output. Dr. La Puma decodes how natural light, fresh air, and outdoor exposure directly influence cognitive function, decision-making, and physical stamina. This talk equips executives and high achievers with the science and strategies to optimize their biology for sustained peak performance.

John La Puma Videos

About John La Puma MD: Video Intro
John La Puma Speaker Reel
John LaPuma Highlight Reel
John La Puma MD - Indoor Epidemic Highlights Keynote

John La Puma Reviews

  • We had a very good response about the conference and Dr. La Puma. He was a great speaker!
    Advocate Aurora Health Lutheran General Hospital - Oct 05 2022

John La Puma News

  • When Your Doctor Is Your Chef - Bloomberg

    Dr. John Principe in his medical practice's teaching kitchen in Palos Heights, .... John La Puma went farther than Principe, actually leaving medicine to go to the ...

  • How do I book John La Puma to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like John La Puma for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for John La Puma, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for John La Puma or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book John La Puma for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for John La Puma, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book John La Puma are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire John La Puma, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does John La Puma speak about?

  • Where does John La Puma travel from?

    John La Puma generally travels from Santa Barbara, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for John La Puma?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like John La Puma for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book John La Puma for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host John La Puma or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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