Dr Shireen Kassam

Dr Shireen Kassam

Doctor

Dr Shireen Kassam is a Consultant Haematologist, Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician and Visiting Professor of Plant-Based Nutrition. She is founder of Plant-Based Health Professionals UK, a community interest company that provides education on healthy plant-based diets. Her first book, Eating Plant-Based, Scientific Answers to Your Nutrition Questions, co-authored with her sister Zahra, was published in January 2022. She has also co-edited the textbook Plant-Based Nutrition in Clinical Practice, published in September 2022.

 

 

 

Saturday April 25th 2026 11am - 6pm
2pm

The Plant-Based Prescription: Why Healthcare Professionals Are Leading The Change

Five doctors, across different specialties and all qualified in lifestyle medicine, explore the evidence for plant-based nutrition in support of optimal health and fitness –  from chronic disease prevention and the protein debate to mental health, cultural accessibility and practical advice to get started today.

Whether you’ve been plant-based for years or you’re simply curious, join us for an engaging conversation and to have your questions answered.

 

 

 

Talks Room 1 - Plant Based Lifestyles full timetable

Saturday
4pm

Vegan Advocacy in Healthcare

This dynamic panel discussion will delve into the unique position of health professionals as key changemakers in the vegan movement. Despite facing industry biases and conventional health narratives, we will explore effective strategies that break through barriers, turning health practitioners into powerful proponents of plant-based and vegan living.

This will include highlighting opportunities within easy reach by sharing inspiring examples of vegan advocacy reshaping clinical practice, improving patient outcomes and aligning with holistic health goals.

 

Takeaways

Healthcare professionals can be key change makers in the vegan movement by normalising plant-based eating and openly discussing the broader princlples of veganism.”

Calls To Action

Share the Plant-Based Health Professionals UK website and resources with friends, colleagues and family members. Take to your healthcare provider and team about our work.

Resources

Plants First Healthcare campaign plantsfirsthealthcare.com
Plant-Based Health Professionals UK plantbasedhealthprofessionals.com

Panels and Presentations full timetable

Sunday
5pm

Encouraging Leadership in the Movement

Join us for an inspiring panel discussion where you’ll hear from seasoned vegan leaders and activists as they share their journeys to the forefront of the movement. Discover the qualities of a great leader, how to identify and cultivate your leadership skills, overcome challenges, inspire change and build a stronger vegan community.

Whether you’re a seasoned campaigner or just starting out, this panel is your chance to connect with like-minded individuals and become equipped with practical advice on developing your leadership skills and gaining the tools to become a powerful voice for animals and the planet.

 

Panels and Presentations full timetable