In recognition of Endometriosis Awareness Month, Gurus Magazine partnered with Morgan Publicity and Iris Wings to host an intimate media luncheon in Beverly Hills, bringing together advocates, media voices, and cultural figures for an afternoon dedicated to elevating the conversation around women’s health and one of the most widely misunderstood conditions affecting millions of women worldwide.
The gathering took place at The Hideaway Beverly Hills on Rodeo Drive, where guests convened for an afternoon centered on connection, education, and awareness. The event was hosted by Gurus Media CEO and Founder Derek Warburton, who welcomed attendees from across entertainment, wellness, and media to support the important initiative.
Dr. Iris Kerin Orbuch (L) and Shannon Cohn (R) poses with their Gurus Magazine cover during the Endometriosis Awareness Month Luncheon at The Hideaway Beverly Hills.
The luncheon also served as the setting for Gurus Magazine’s Endometriosis Awareness Month celebrity cover campaign, with the covers displayed throughout the venue as guests arrived, visually reinforcing the message of the campaign and creating a focal point for conversation throughout the afternoon.
Endometriosis affects an estimated 200 million women worldwide, with one in ten women globally living with the condition. Despite its prevalence, patients often experience an average delay of up to 12 years before receiving a diagnosis, highlighting the need for greater visibility, education, and advocacy surrounding the disease.
At the center of the campaign is Dr. Iris Kerin Orbuch, a leading endometriosis excision specialist and patient herself. Through both her medical expertise and personal advocacy, Dr. Kerin Orbuch continues to be one of the most prominent voices working to improve awareness, diagnosis, and treatment for women living with the condition.
Derek Warburton (Gurus Media CEO and Founder), Dr. Iris Kerin Orbuch (Endometriosis Excision Specialist)
The cover series also features several influential voices helping bring visibility to the disease through storytelling and advocacy, including Janel Parrish (Pretty Little Liars, To All The Boys), Corinne Foxx (Beat Shazam), Courtney Ford (Dexter, Supernatural, Legends of Tomorrow, True Blood), and filmmaker Shannon Cohn, director of the acclaimed documentary Below the Belt. The film explores the realities faced by women living with endometriosis and was co-produced by Hillary Rodham Clinton, Rosario Dawson, Mae Whitman, and Corinne Foxx.
The covers were photographed by celebrity photographer Josh Fogel, recipient of the 2024 Gurus Awards Lens of Inclusion Award, whose work continues to spotlight cultural figures helping drive meaningful conversations across entertainment and wellness.
Gurus Magazine Women’s Health Edition cover stars Corinne Foxx, Janel Parrish, and Courtney Ford
Corinne Foxx, Janel Parrish, Courtney Ford, Josh Fogel, Dr. Iris Kerin Orbuch, and Shannon Cohn pose with Gurus Magazine covers
The afternoon welcomed a notable group of guests, including award-winning Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Michael K. Newman, founder of The Forever Breast, alongside members of the media and wellness community who gathered to support the campaign.
Dr. Michael K. Newman, board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of The Forever Breast
Access Hollywood Associate Producer, Deyton Deller
Derek Warburton with U.S. Weekly Publisher, Shelley Kranitz Fariello
The Knockturnal & Press Pass LA journalists, Lauren Goldenberg and Demi Janell
The event was produced by Kate Morgan of Morgan Publicity, in collaboration with Iris Wings, whose partnership with Gurus Magazine helped bring the meaningful afternoon to life.
Kate Morgan (Founder of Morgan Publicity), Derek Warburton (Gurus Media CEO and Founder), Dr. Iris Kerin Orbuch (Endometriosis Excision Specialist), and Corinne Foxx (Actress and Host of Beat Shazam)
Guests enjoyed a curated lunch menu that complemented the elegant setting of The Hideaway. The meal began with a light amuse-bouche of guacamole, followed by starters such as tuna tartare with avocado and a classic Caesar salad. For the main course, guests selected between pan-roasted chicken breast or Atlantic salmon with lemongrass sauce, accompanied by sides such as roasted wild mushrooms, Brussels sprouts, and papas bravas. The meal concluded with sorbet for dessert, rounding out a dining experience that balanced comfort and sophistication.
Guests enjoyed great food, drinks, and lively conversations throughout the event.
During the luncheon, Warburton addressed the intimate gathering, discussing the role the media can play in amplifying voices and elevating conversations that matter. Dr. Kerin Orbuch also shared remarks about the realities faced by women living with endometriosis and the continued need for research, education, and advocacy.
Derek Warburton, CEO and founder of Gurus Media, delivered heartwarming remarks to guests during the event.
Dr. Iris Kerin Orbuch also shared inspiring words, joining the conversation on women’s health awareness during the gathering.
The afternoon concluded with curated gift bags featuring pūrlisse, Yensa, JooY Hair Care, and Suzy Levian, offering guests a thoughtful reminder of an event centered on awareness, connection, and community.
Gift bags featuring products from pūrlisse, Yensa, JooY Hair Care, and Suzy Levian on display during the Gurus Magazine Endometriosis Awareness Month Luncheon in Beverly Hills.
