Meet the Team FAQs Dr. Kirk Sanford DC: Founder & CEO
Dr. Kirk Sanford is a multifaceted professional with a background in healthcare and financial services. He graduated as a Doctor of Chiropractic from Palmer College in 1992, with a strong foundation in exercise physiology and nutrition that shaped his holistic approach to health. Although his career later shifted toward fintech entrepreneurship and the building of several highly successful companies, his connection to healthcare remained strong due to his unwavering belief that regenerative therapies represent the future of medicine. For the past seven years, Dr. Sanford has been a dedicated advocate for stem cell research, not only championing these transformative therapies but also incorporating them into his personal health regimen. His expertise and leadership in the field are bols tered by his active memberships in the Mexican Council of Stem Cells for Therapeutic and Research Purposes and the Mexican College of Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine. He actively participates in programs through the International Society for Cell & Ge ne Therapy (ISCT), including the clinical applications of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) for autoimmune diseases, as well as certification by the International Society for Stem Cell Applications (ISSCA), highlighting his dedication to driving innovation and advancing standards in regenerative medicine. Under Dr. Sanford's visionary leadership, the Longevity Medical Institute (LMI) is reshaping healthcare and redefining aging. By assembling a team of leading medical experts and integrating cutting-edge technologies, LMI is setting new standards in regenerative medicine and anti- aging therapies. This includes the introduction of Mexico’s first AI - powered MRI system, a breakthrough in advanced diagnostics and cancer screening, which exemplifies LMI’s commitment to precision medicine and transformative patien t care. Dr. Felix Porras MD: Medical Director & Chief of Regenerative Medicine Dr. Felix Porras brings over four decades of distinguished medical experience to Longevity Medical Institute, where he leads regenerative medicine with a profound dedication to patient outcomes. Dr. Porras holds a medical degree from Universidad Veracruzana and completed advanced surgical residencies at Yale Hospital in the United States and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital in England. Having managed tens of thousands of patient cases and surgeries over his career - ranging from routine to the most complex conditions - his extensive background across both traditional and regenerative therapies enables him to address a wide array of patient needs with a personalized approach rooted in expertise and empathy. Dr. Porras also serves as Vice- President of the IATA Medical Group, and is a recognized authority on aerospace and aeronautical medicine. His expertise in this specialized field has made him a sought-after consultant, advising on medical protocols to support the unique health requirements of aeronautical professionals. This role has further cemented Dr. Porras’s reputation as a leader in clinical innovation and patient safety standards.
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