More Titles: Medical Doctor (GP), Associate Professor and Researcher, Escola Paulista de Medicina – Universidade Federal de São Paulo (UNIFESP)
Session Topic: MBHP – Unique Characteristics and Scientific Evidence
Dr. Marcelo Demarzo is a physician, professor, and mindfulness researcher at Escola Paulista de Medicina – Universidade Federal de São Paulo (UNIFESP), Brazil. With a PhD in Preventive Medicine, he is a leading voice in mindfulness-based interventions across Latin America. He developed the Mindfulness-Based Health Promotion (MBHP) program, widely adopted in public health, education, and workplace settings. His research emphasizes the integration of mindfulness into healthcare systems, particularly for underserved communities. Dr. Demarzo collaborates globally to advance mindfulness as a tool for mental health and well-being, and has published extensively on its scientific and cultural applications.