What is the future of longevity?
‘The opportunities that are going to happen in the next 12 to 13 years for people who take care of themselves are beyond their wildest imagination because we’re at the base of that explosive geometric curve right now.’ – Tony Robbins
In a riveting discussion with a16z’s co-founders Ben Horowitz and Marc Andreessen, Tony Robbins, renowned life & business strategist, delves into the future of longevity.
The conversation navigates through topics like regenerative medicine, stem cell therapy, and how these advancements could revolutionize healthcare.
Table of Contents
- The Power of Regenerative Medicine
- Regulatory Challenges to Medical Innovations
- Age-related Diseases and Regenerative Medicine
- Rise of Medical Tourism
- Athletes as Early Adopters
- Need for Reliable Sources
- Influence of Insurance Companies
- AI’s Potential in Drug Development
- The Promise of Precision Medicine
- Optimism for Future Developments
- Psychology’s Role in Business Leadership
- Challenges as Catalysts for Personal Growth
The Power of Regenerative Medicine
Tony Robbins shares his personal experience with regenerative medicine following a snowboarding accident.
Instead of surgery, he opted for stem cell therapy and experienced significant improvements within days.
This highlights the potential of such innovative treatments in enhancing recovery.
Regulatory Challenges to Medical Innovations
Despite promising medical breakthroughs, their transition to clinical application often takes up to 27 years due to regulatory hurdles.
One such barrier is the slow-moving FDA approval process in the U.S., particularly for new treatments like stem cell therapy.