James Nestor joins Winds of Change.
The Future Breathes Here
A three-day gathering for airway-aware clinicians who see interdisciplinary care as the future of optimal patient outcomes.
April 15-17, 2027
Claremont Resort & Club, Berkeley, CA
FRIDAY NIGHT KEYNOTE
James Nestor joins Winds of Change.
NYT bestselling author of Breath leads an evening on breath, airway, sleep, and health.
- Friday night begins with a happy hour.
- James Nestor program with dinner to follow.
- LIVE MUSIC after dinner (James Nestor might make a guest drumming appearance!).
VISION
Hear the story behind
WINDS OF CHANGE and where the conference is going in 2027.
DMD, MS
DMD, FACS
DDS, MS, FACD, FICD
DDS, MSD
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Airway-conscious providers who know better outcomes require a team.
Winds of Change is designed for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and Surgical Teams. Orthodontists. Pediatric, General & Restorative Dentists. Periodontists. Neurologists. ENT/Otolaryngologists. Sleep Medicine Physicians. Dental Sleep Specialists. TMD/TMJ and Orofacial Pain Specialists. Myofunctional and Physical Therapists. SLPs & Respiratory Therapists. Interdisciplinary Treatment Teams.
FACULTY LINEUP
25 Presenters Who Are Helping Shape the Future of Airway-Aware, Interdisciplinary Care.
Learn from leaders across oral surgery, orthodontics, sleep, airway, restorative care, myofunctional therapy, and allied disciplines.
Michael Gunson
DDS, MD
Claire Ferrari
DDS, MSD
Kahl Goldfarb
PT, DPT, OCS, OMT, CSCS
Duane Grummons
DDS, MS
Kimmie Herrera
RDH
Iwei Huang
DMD, MS
Michael Hutz
MD
Daniel Klauer
DDS
Ilya Lipkin
DDS
George Mandelaris
DDS, MS, FACD, FICD
Jeremy Manuele
DMD
Moshiri
DMD, MS
Reza Movahed
DMD, FACS
Anile Rama
MD
Randy Sanovich
DDS
Tiffany Smith
RN, BSN, CPN
Steven Sullivan
DDS, FACS, FACD
Joseph Yousefian
DMD, MS
Peter Ungar
PhD
Samuel Bobek
MD, DMD
Kevin Boyd
DDS
Steve Carstensen
DDS
Jolie Chang
MD
Full 2027 faculty lineup to be announced.
THE WINDS OF CHANGE DIFFERENCE
Learn how techniques are changing, why outcomes are improving, and what it means for you and your practice.
WHAT’S CHANGING
- Airway and sleep are becoming central to diagnosis.
- Treatment planning is crossing specialty lines.
- Optimal outcomes depend on airway aware, interdisciplinary care, not isolated decisions.
WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS
- Diagnosis becomes less isolated.
- Treatment planning becomes more collaborative.
- Patient care becomes more coordinated across specialties.
PAST EVENTS
Why Winds of Change Consistently Sells Out.
Hear what these 2026 interdisciplinary presenters have to say about the Winds of Change movement.
WHAT YOU WILL TAKE HOME
Turn interdisciplinary insight into better clinical decisions and improved patient outcomes.
Designed for airway-aware clinicians who want interdisciplinary perspectives and relationships that help their patients achieve better outcomes.
01
Diagnostics
Frameworks for evaluating airway, TMD, sleep, and restorative factors together.
02
Treatment
Planning
Ways to connect clinical decisions across 10+ disciplines.
03
Clinical Perspectives & Techniques
See how different specialists think through, plan, and treat complex cases.
04
CE
Continuing education details will be announced once finalized.
AGENDA
Three days of lectures, case-based discussion, and a Friday evening with James Nestor.
Lectures are scheduled Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from approximately 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. Friday continues with happy hour, dinner, the James Nestor program, and live music.
Thursday, April 15 · 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Thursday Lectures
TFaculty presentations and case-based sessions focused on airway-aware interdisciplinary care.
Friday, April 16 · 8:00 AM-5:00 PM + evening
Friday Lectures + James Nestor
Daytime lectures are followed by happy hour, dinner, James Nestor’s evening program, and live music.
Saturday, April 17 · 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Saturday Lectures
Additional faculty sessions, panels, and case discussion. Full session details will be posted when finalized.
Detailed schedule coming soon. Session times, presenters, and lecture topics will be posted as they are finalized.
PRICING & REGISTRATION
Secure Your Seat.
Capacity is capped at 180 seats and the event is expected to sell out.
Refund/cancellation policy link and secure payment/SSL badges should appear in the final registration module.
FAQ
What is included with registration?
Conference registration includes access to all Thursday, Friday, and Saturday educational sessions, including lectures, panels, case-based discussions, and presenter access throughout the event. Final details on meals, receptions, CE, and included evening programming will be confirmed as the program is finalized.
What is the content structure?
Conference registration includes access to all Thursday, Friday, and Saturday educational sessions, including lectures, panels, case-based discussions, and presenter access throughout the event. Final details on meals, receptions, CE, and included evening programming will be confirmed as the program is finalized.
Are group discounts available?
Conference registration includes access to all Thursday, Friday, and Saturday educational sessions, including lectures, panels, case-based discussions, and presenter access throughout the event. Final details on meals, receptions, CE, and included evening programming will be confirmed as the program is finalized.
Can I attend Friday night only?
Conference registration includes access to all Thursday, Friday, and Saturday educational sessions, including lectures, panels, case-based discussions, and presenter access throughout the event. Final details on meals, receptions, CE, and included evening programming will be confirmed as the program is finalized.
What is the cancellation/refund policy?
Conference registration includes access to all Thursday, Friday, and Saturday educational sessions, including lectures, panels, case-based discussions, and presenter access throughout the event. Final details on meals, receptions, CE, and included evening programming will be confirmed as the program is finalized.
What are the hotel and venue logistics?
Conference registration includes access to all Thursday, Friday, and Saturday educational sessions, including lectures, panels, case-based discussions, and presenter access throughout the event. Final details on meals, receptions, CE, and included evening programming will be confirmed as the program is finalized.
April 15-17, 2027 · Claremont Resort & Club · Berkeley, CA
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