NEW: The Science of Human Connection

Schedule

Tue Jul 28 2026 at 06:30 pm to 08:30 pm

UTC-04:00
Location

Rivoli Toronto | Toronto, ON

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About this Event

On July 28th, we present : "The Science of Human Connection" by Dr. Mitch Abrams.


At a time when loneliness, burnout, and social division are reaching unprecedented levels, understanding how humans connect may be one of the most important scientific questions of our time.


In this thought-provoking talk, Dr. Mitchell Abrams explores emerging research on the relationship between the heart, brain, and human connection. Drawing on studies of compassion, emotional regulation, and physiological coherence, he examines how our emotional states influence both our own well-being and the people around us.


You'll discover how the heart and brain communicate, how relationships shape physical and mental health, and why connection may be a powerful - yet often overlooked - factor in healing, resilience, and flourishing.


Moving beyond theory, Dr. Abrams will also explore what this science means for healthcare, leadership, community building, and everyday life. The result is a compelling new perspective: that personal health, social well-being, and the health of our communities may be more interconnected than we realize.


Join us for an evening exploring one of the most fundamental questions in human life: what connects us to one another, and why does it matter so much?



🫀About the Speaker

Dr. Mitch Abrams is a Canadian radiologist, TEDx and keynote speaker, educator, and founder of NexGenHealth Ltd. He is a certified educator of applied compassion through the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education (CCARE) at Stanford Medical School.

Abrams earned his medical degree and radiology specialty from Dalhousie University in Nova Scotia, Canada, and holds a subspecialty in cross-sectional imaging from the University of Toronto. He is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and an assistant clinical professor at the Michael G. DeGroote School of Medical Sciences. Previously, he served as the department chair of diagnostic imaging at Cambridge Memorial Hospital.


📅 Date: July 28th, 2026
🕡 Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
📍 Location: Rivoli
🎤 Speaker: Dr. Mitch Abrams

🎟 Seats are limited!

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Where is it happening?

Rivoli Toronto, 334 Queen Street West, Toronto, Canada

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