Protocols for Living Better, Not Just Longer: The Science Behind Longevity and Healthspan

Brian Kopell, MD and Sanjai Sinha, MD, FACP in Conversation with Leslie Schlachter, PA-C

Nov 05, 2025

What are the key differences between life expectancy, lifespan, longevity and healthspan?

Spark Your Health welcomes back Mount Sinai Health System’s Director of the Center for Neuromodulation, Dr. Brian Kopell, Dr. Sanjai Sinha, Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine, Department of Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and Leslie Schlachter, Chief Physician Assistant in Neurosurgery, to unpack the current research on longevity — the number of years we live — and healthspan — the years we live free from disease and disability — and guide you on ways to advocate for good health across your life course.

The emerging science of healthspan is focused on optimizing human health across the lifespan, adding life to our years, not just years to our life. Gain insights on Life’s Essential 8, cellular therapy, genetics and the environment, cognitive health, digital health tools, regenerative medicine, disease prevention and management and clinical care delivery to optimize the number of active, healthy and productive years that you enjoy.

As life expectancy grows, so does the need to learn tools to build a foundation for healthy aging and ultimately improve your healthspan. Join us for an insightful conversation that will shift your thinking on how we age, promoting health, vitality, and well-being!

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