Welcome to Peptide University
Master Peptide Therapy. Transform Patient Outcomes. Lead the Future of Medicine.
Peptide University is the leading clinical education and professional development platform for health and wellness practitioners seeking mastery in peptide therapy, longevity medicine, and metabolic health solutions.
We are more than just an educational institution—we are a movement dedicated to equipping clinicians with the science, strategy, and systems to advance patient care and grow thriving, future-forward practices.
Our Structured, Science-backed, And Business-savvy Membership Model Delivers…
Cutting-edge clinical education
Stay ahead with real-time updates, protocols, and expert-led case studies.
Medical mentorship & expert insights
Learn from leading physicians, researchers, and regenerative medicine specialists.
Business & compliance strategies
Implement peptides confidently with legal, regulatory, and practice growth guidance..
A collaborative clinician community
Join like-minded professionals sharing real-world insights and best practices.
Through ongoing education, expert mentorship, and a thriving professional community, we empower practitioners to navigate the evolving landscape of peptides, regenerative therapies, and integrative health solutions.
Meet Our Leadership Team
Dr. Melissa Grill-Petersen
CEO, Co-Founder & Head Faculty
Pioneering the Future of Longevity Medicine & Peptide Science
Dr. Melissa Grill-Petersen is a visionary leader in longevity medicine, peptide therapy, and precision health. As the Founder of Human Longevity Global, CEO & Co-Founder of Peptide University, and Head Faculty at the Human Longevity Institute, she has been equipping healthcare professionals, researchers,
industry leaders and the clients they serve with the tools to extend healthspan, reverse biological aging, and optimize human potential.
A TEDx speaker, best-selling author of The Codes of Longevity, and host of RAADcast, Dr. Melissa is on a mission to democratize longevity medicine and BioHealthspan optimization by bridging the gap between cutting-edge science, technology, and real-world application.
At the forefront of a revolutionary movement, Dr. Melissa is reframing aging, unlocking human potential, and architecting a future where we flourish forward by aging backward.
To invite Dr. Melissa to speak at your event or appear in your media outlet, please reach out for booking inquiries. She is available for keynotes, expert interviews, and global thought leadership conversations on longevity, peptides, and the future of human flourishing.
Dr. Melissa Grill-Petersen
CEO, Co-Founder & Head Faculty
Pioneering the Future of Longevity Medicine & Peptide Science
Dr. Michael Wax
CEO, Co-Founder & Head Faculty
Pioneering the Future of Longevity Medicine & Peptide Science
Dr. Michael Wax
Co-Founder & Chief Growth Officer
Scaling the Future of Healthcare & Innovation
Dr. Michael Wax is a recognized leader in integrative healthcare, physician networks, and technology-driven solutions. As the Founder of Injury Specialists, a national physician referral network and SaaS platform, he has successfully developed scalable healthcare models that optimize clinical operations, enhance patient access, and drive business growth.
At Peptide University, Dr. Wax brings his expertise in scaling integrative health education, building high-impact clinical networks, and implementing innovative business strategies that help practitioners succeed in peptide and longevity medicine. His deep understanding of practice management, compliance, and revenue-generation models ensures that our members gain the practical strategies needed to thrive in the evolving landscape of precision health.
Contact us to invite Dr. Wax for expert commentary on physician networks, longevity business models, and the future of integrative health innovation
Dr. Gus Vickery
Chief Medical Officer
Leading Excellence in Clinical Oversight & Practitioner Education
Dr. Gus Vickery, MD, Chief Medical Officer at Peptide University, is a board-certified family physician, bestselling author, and founder of Authentic Health in Asheville, North Carolina. With over two decades of experience, he blends traditional medicine with cutting-edge approaches in lifestyle, behavioral science, and regenerative therapies to help individuals uncover and activate their innate potential for health and vitality.
A respected educator and clinical leader, Dr. Vickery has trained medical students from UNC-Chapel Hill and East Carolina University, served as president of the Western Carolina Medical Society, and created innovative care models including Synergy Health Solutions and The Clinic at Biltmore. His work has been widely recognized for transforming patient care through personalized, systems-based strategies.
At Peptide University, Dr. Vickery brings his deep clinical insight to the forefront of precision and peptide-based medicine, helping to lead the next generation of practitioners in delivering safe, effective, and individualized therapies for lasting healthspan and human flourishing.
To invite Dr. Vickery to speak or consult, on peptide therapies, longevity and regenerative medicine please reach out through our contact form for media and professional requests.
Dr. Gus Vickery
Chief Medical Officer
Leading Excellence in Clinical Oversight & Practitioner Education
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