James Loomis, MD, is board-certified in internal medicine, a diplomate of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine and has completed the certification program in Plant-Based Nutrition from Cornell University. Dr. Loomis is also a Fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. In addition, Dr. Loomis received an MBA from the Olin School of Business at Washington University. Dr. Loomis has served as team internist for the St. Louis Rams football team and the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team, as well as tour physician for the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. He is currently the medical director at the Barnard Medical Center in Washington, DC, and is on the clinical faculty of the Department of Internal Medicine at George Washington University School of Medicine and the Department of Preventive Medicine and Biostatistics at the Uniformed Services University for Health Sciences in Bethesda, MD. He speaks internationally on the health benefits of a whole food plant-based diet and was featured in the documentary The Game Changers. Dr. Loomis also co-hosts the popular YouTube channel The Doc and Chef.
ALASKA CRUISE
Alaskan Adventure of Wellness
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Alaska while embracing a holistic lifestyle aboard our vegan cruise.
Move to Live: Physical Activity as a Cornerstone of a Healthy Lifestyle
This session explores the critical role of physical activity in preventing and reversing chronic disease and emphasizes that fitness is not just about exercise, but daily activity. Attendees will learn practical strategies to increase movement, manage stress, and improve health outcomes — regardless of your current fitness level
Food as Medicine: The Transformational Power of a Whole Food, Plant-Based Diet and Healthy Lifestyle
This talk highlights the powerful impact of a whole food, plant-based diet paired with lifestyle medicine for preventing and reversing chronic diseases. Dr. Loomis addresses the limitations of reductionist nutrition thinking and offers a holistic framework grounded in evolutionary biology. Participants will leave with a clear understanding of how diet, movement, sleep, and stress management work together to restore and sustain health.
KEYNOTE: Micronutrients, Mitochondria, and Health – A Cellular Approach to Nutrition
This session explores the science of mitochondrial function and its connection to human performance and chronic disease. Dr. Loomis explains how micronutrients from a plant-based diet — along with lifestyle strategies including exercise, sleep, and stress management — optimize cellular energy and reduce oxidative stress. Attendees will gain practical insights into how nutrition supports resilience, recovery, and long-term vitality.
Panel Q&A: Cruisin’ for Knowledge – Doctors’ Panel
Hosted by Sandy Pukel with Drs. Columbus Batiste, Michael Greger, James Loomis & Jenn Simmons
Don’t miss this motivational, inspiring, and informative Q&A with plant-based diet luminaires, Drs. Columbus Batiste, Michael Greger, James Loomis and Jenn Simmons. Your host is Sandy Pukel, founder of Holistic Holiday at Sea. This is your chance to get all your questions answered. Whether you have been practicing a plant-based lifestyle for years or are just getting your feet wet, these experts can take you to the next level. Get the real scoop on living well, eating well, and taking control of your health.
COOKING CLASS: MIDDLE EASTERN MAGIC – KALE, LENTILS & GOLDEN CAULIFLOWER
James Loomis, MD & Caryn Dugan, The Doc and Chef
Explore bold, comforting flavors in this vibrant, oil-free Middle Eastern-inspired class. We’ll build a layered, nourishing menu featuring a shaved kale salad with sweet-tart pomegranate and a bright sumac dressing, followed by whole food, plant-based (WFPB) mujadara — an herbed lentil and rice pilaf crowned with deeply caramelized onions. Finish with our golden roasted turmeric cauliflower, topped with a creamy, lemon-tahini drizzle straight from The Doc & Chef show. This class blends color, crunch, and comfort — no oil needed.
COOKING CLASS: COZY MEETS ZESTY: BARLEY SOUP, CABBAGE STEAKS & CHICKPEA CAKES
Caryn Dugan & James Loomis, MD, The Doc and Chef
This cozy, cold-weather menu hits all the right notes — earthy, smoky, and just a little zingy. We’ll start with a soul-warming mushroom barley soup brightened by black garlic and lemon. Then it’s on to roasted cabbage steaks brushed with a maple-mustard glaze, and smoky chickpea sweet potato cakes paired with a tangy horseradish cashew cream. Whether you’re new to whole food, plant-based eating or looking to elevate your flavor game, this class delivers delicious, satisfying meals with zero compromise.
Private Consultation: Results with The Doc and Chef
Want real results? Join us, The Doc and Chef—Dr. Jim Loomis and Caryn Dugan—for a private consultation tailored just for you. We are ready to counsel you on one (or all) of these five topics: lowering blood pressure, lowering cholesterol, weight loss, reversing insulin resistance, and beginning a plant-based diet. We will guide you with science-backed strategies you can actually use. You’ll also receive a topic specific report complete with recipes and you’ll get two months of free access to our exclusive membership for ongoing support. Spots are limited — and this kind of access doesn’t come often. Don’t miss the chance to take your health to the next level!
$500/person, 60 minutes
August 31 - September 7, 2025
