Participants of the Wellness Congress of the Wellness Fest – Vilcabamba 2025

Talk

Andres Paladins

Spanish

At the Wellness Congress, discover the cutting edge in the fight against neurodegenerative diseases. With increasing life expectancy, conditions such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and motor neuron disorders have become a critical public health challenge. This segment of the congress delves into the fascinating world of current research, where the study of phytocannabinoids, compounds extracted from the Cannabis sativa plant, offers new hope for more effective and sustainable therapies.
The presentation explores how the synergy between these compounds and the endocannabinoid system—through interaction with key receptors such as CB1, PPARs, and TRPV1—can modulate neuronal function, regulate communication between neurons and astrocytes, and trigger analgesic, neuroprotective, and anti-inflammatory effects. In addition, innovative approaches that combine traditional and modern therapies are discussed, opening the door to therapeutic alternatives that promise to transform the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases in the city of Loja.

Dr. Andrés Paladines Ruilova, General Practitioner and Endocannabinologist, founder of the Softdrop/Hempdiol brand.

Dr. Andrés Paladines Ruilova is a prominent physician and pioneer in the therapeutic use of cannabis, recognized for his work in the field of endocannabinology. As the creator and founder of Softdrop/Hempdiol, he leads the medical department and directs the therapeutic research center at Softdrop SAS, where he promotes the development of innovative treatments that integrate the use of medicinal cannabis to improve public health.

Trained at the Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja (UTPL) and with a solid track record of international certifications, Dr. Paladines holds various diplomas and certifications in the therapeutic use of cannabis, obtained from prestigious institutions such as the Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, the Universidad Central del Ecuador, and the Universidad de las Américas (UDLA). His academic and professional experience is reflected in outstanding recognitions, such as first place in the scientific poster at the 1st International Congress on the Medical Use of Cannabis and Entheogens in Lima, Peru (2022), and at the 4th American Meeting of Expert Professionals in Phytocannabinoids, evidencing his deep commitment to research and therapeutic advancement in this field.

With an innovative vision and a multidisciplinary approach, Dr. Andrés Paladines Ruilova is positioning himself as one of the leading experts in endocannabinology in Ecuador and a featured guest at the 3rd Wellness Fest Vilcabamba 2025. His participation promises to enrich the congress, contributing scientific and clinical perspectives that open new horizons in integrative medicine and the therapeutic use of cannabis.