By Jeffrey Donaldson, MD |
RTRX 2025
Turning Possibilities Into Real Action
Our very own Dr. Marguerite Weston took the stage at RTRX for a second year in a row. This time, she followed up her talk with hands-on functional strength testing and one-on-one engagement. With a renewed focus on metabolic health and actionable knowledge, the Donaldson presence this year turned inspiration into movement and possibility into personalized insight.
The Masterclass: “Creating Possibilities For Your Health”
Dr. Weston challenged attendees to take a proactive look at their long-term health. She explored how the body’s nutritional needs evolve and how today’s common health struggles (like IBS and vitamin D deficiency) reflect modern lifestyle challenges.
By demystifying lab work and connecting daily habits to lasting outcomes, she empowered attendees to take real steps toward extending their healthspan.
Key Takeaways From Her Session Included:
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Understanding optimal lab ranges for metabolic health
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How to interpret lab results to better advocate for yourself
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Lifestyle shifts that support methylation and long-term vitality
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The role of hormones, why they change and how they affect overall health
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Brain health strategies, including dementia prevention and reducing “brain fog”
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Supplements and lesser-known “healthspan hacks” worth exploring — & which to ignore
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The difference between functional medicine and conventional medicine, and why prevention matters
The Longevity Circuit: 5 Tests To Gauge Your Metabolic Age
Attendees engaged with their metabolic health through movement-based assessments as part of our 5-part Longevity Circuit. The circuit was designed to provide insight into how the body is functioning today and how it may age over time, through the use of dorsiflexion lunges, grip strength testing, dead hangs, jumping power measurements and pulling strength.
Dr. Weston brought her functional medicine team along to guide the experience, with experts on hand to help attendees interpret their results and offer practical strategies for improvement.
A Special Thanks
Our Partners:
Dr. Katie D'Amato
Balanced by Katie
Dr. Katie D’Amato is a physical therapist focused on movement longevity and sports medicine. She helps individuals optimize their biomechanics to stay active, strong and injury-free for the long haul.
Dr. Mike Genco
NovaCare
Dr. Mike Genco is a dual board-certified physical therapist specializing in sports and orthopedic care. He leads performance initiatives locally and nationally, bringing an elite level of insight to movement and recovery.
Inspiration & Innovation
The RTRX Speakers Reimagining What We Can Do
Every speaker brought a distinct perspective to the RTRX stage, offering thought-provoking insights that challenged norms and inspired action. Some of our personal favorites included:
- Dee and Jimmy Haslam exploring the intersection of leadership, legacy & social responsibility, highlighting the ripple effect of combining personal values with community investment
- Neuroscientist Angus Fletcher unpacking the science behind imagination & “possibility,” helping attendees understand how perception drives innovation
- Dr. John Warner & Dr. Kim Rathmell spotlighting new frontiers in cancer care, underscoring how breakthroughs in prevention & early detection are shifting the future of medicine
RTRX: Priming Optimists For Action
This forward-thinking organization brings together business leaders and innovators to explore what’s possible and how to turn those possibilities into action. Dynamic education. Thought leadership. Intentional networking. RTRX equips attendees with the insights and connections necessary to make meaningful improvements in their communities, organizations and their personal lives.
Donaldson’s Ongoing Partnership With RTRX
We’re proud to continue our partnership with RTRX. This organization brings together some of the most inquisitive, driven minds in leadership and creates greater access to the ideas that help shape our industry. Dr. Weston’s presence on stage reflects our continued commitment to science-backed solutions, expert-led education and the power of functional medicine to elevate well-being from the inside out.
“RTRX offers a unique opportunity to connect with individuals on a profoundly personal level. These are people actively optimizing their lifestyles. They want to get the most out of their careers & out of their lives at home.”
– Jeffrey Donaldson, MD
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