SHA, the world’s leading brand for longevity, health and performance optimization with iconic destinations in the Spanish Mediterranean, the Mexican Caribbean, and soon expanding into the UAE, is introducing its newly formed Scientific Advisory Board through the appointment of globally renowned health experts.
For almost two decades, SHA’s medical team has pioneered a unique integrative method in which lifestyle transformation forms the foundation of lasting health, enhanced by advanced longevity science, proactive medicine, and regenerative therapies, all delivered through soulful hospitality. The launch of the Scientific Advisory Board marks a major milestone in SHA’s evolution, from a pioneering health destination into a globally recognized proactive health authority.
SHA’s Scientific Advisory Board of internationally respected experts will oversee the scientific foundation and innovative evolution of the SHA Method. Supporting strategic direction and long-term research alignment, the Board will work alongside SHA’s medical team to ensure continued leadership in the longevity ecosystem, at the intersection of preventive, integrative, and performance medicine.
“The field of longevity needs, more than ever, to cut through the noise and reinforce its scientific foundation, moving away from quick fixes. The strengthening launch of our Scientific Advisory Board is a decisive step in consolidating SHA as the world’s most results-driven, science-backed, and joyful method to achieve and maintain lasting health,” says Alejandro Bataller, Managing Partner of SHA and AB Living Group.
“The creation of this Board reinforces our credibility, strengthens our protocols, and supports our ambition to become the global reference institution for health optimization. Health is no longer a service category; it is the defining strategic asset of modern life.”
The Board has been established to formally support this mission by overseeing protocol validation and the continuous innovation of SHA’s signature programs. It will also contribute to the structured evolution of specialized units, including Proactive Diagnostics, Executive Health & Performance Optimization, Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Science, Cognitive Performance & Brain Stimulation, Women’s & Men’s Health, and Gut Health & Metabolic Optimization, as well as the design and development of future scientific studies.
The initial SHA Scientific Advisory Board now includes:
- Dr. Jessica Shepherd, MD, MBA, FACOG, Board-certified OB/GYN, MBA, and internationally recognized authority in women’s health and longevity. Dedicated to pioneering women’s health across perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. She is known for her integrative and evidence-based approach to hormonal health, sexual wellness, and preventive care.
- Dr. Darshan Shah, MD, Board-certified surgeon, published author, and globally recognized leader in longevity and preventive health.
- Prof. Emiliano Santernicchi, Internationally renowned neuroscientist specializing in cognitive neurology and noninvasive brain stimulation. He is a faculty member at Harvard Medical School, where he leads research at the intersection of brain stimulation, cognition, and neuroplasticity. He also serves as Director of Precision Neuroscience at Massachusetts General Hospital, where he focuses on translating cutting-edge neuroscience into clinical and preventive applications to optimize cognitive performance and brain health.
- Christian Drapeau, MSc. Renowned stem cell scientist and expert in regenerative medicine, with over 30 years of experience in medical research, including two decades dedicated to stem cell science. He pioneered the understanding of stem cells as the body’s natural repair system and has authored multiple books and scientific publications
- Dr. Guillermo Torre-Amione, MD, Cardiologist, immunology specialist, and Rector of TecSalud, the health system of Tecnológico de Monterrey, one of Mexico and Latin America’s most prestigious academic and research institutions, and an internationally recognized leader in cardiovascular and transplant medicine.
The Board will convene annually for high-level summits at SHA properties to ensure that every program, protocol, and future development reflects the highest standards of scientific rigor, innovation, and continuous improvement.
This announcement also coincides with a strategic academic partnership with TecSalud the Health System of Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico’s leading academic and research institution and one of the most prestigious in Latin America, further strengthening SHA’s scientific and research framework. This alliance activates a third strategic pillar for SHA: collaboration with leading academic and innovation institutions worldwide to advance research, talent development, and medical validation.
Additional members of the Scientific Advisory Board will be announced at a later stage.
Scientific Advisory Board Perspectives
Each member reflects a shared conviction: longevity must be measurable, structured, and grounded in institutional rigor.
- “Longevity must fully integrate women’s health across every life stage. SHA is uniquely positioned to deliver the kind of sustainable, whole-body change that defines true optimization.” – Dr. Jessica Shepherd
- “Advanced therapies are powerful, but without structured lifestyle change, their impact is limited. SHA understands that balance.” – Dr. Darshan Shah
- “The future of regenerative medicine depends on optimizing the body’s internal environment. SHA’s methodology creates that essential foundation, enabling next-generation regenerative care through the latest longevity strategies, including stem cell-driven treatments.” – Christian Drapeau
- “Cardiovascular health, immune regulation, sleep, emotional balance, and metabolic function are deeply interconnected. SHA’s integrated model reflects the future of preventive medicine.”- Dr. Guillermo Torre-Amione
- “At SHA, we have the opportunity to bring precision neuroscience into a clinical and preventive setting, helping individuals optimize brain health and long-term cognitive performance.” – Prof. Emiliano Santernicchi
For nearly two decades, SHA has been at the forefront of preventive medicine, leading with a unique methodology that integrates scientific precision with a profound understanding of human health. By combining advanced longevity research with comprehensive lifestyle diagnostics, SHA provides a data-driven framework designed to extend health span and optimize performance. With established destinations in Spain and Mexico, and an upcoming expansion to the UAE in 2028, SHA continues to define the international standard for health optimization and long-term vitality.
About AB Living Group
AB Living Group is a family-founded global enterprise with over four decades of history dedicated to health, wellbeing, and soulful hospitality. Founded by the Bataller family, the Group develops iconic landmark destinations and elevated private residences designed to enrich how people live, age and experience the world. By harmonizing clinical excellence with visionary design, AB Living crafts environments that inspire longevity, performance and deeper human connection. Guided by the purpose of elevating lives, the Group continues to define the intersection of purposeful living and world class health.
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