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I am an MD-PhD physician-scientist with a passion for translating complex clinical and scientific data into clear, accurate content. My training and experience span clinical practice and translational research, with expertise across oncology, immunology, gastroenterology, inflammation & metabolism, and rare diseases. With over 10 years of experience, I have supported key deliverables including more than 30 peer-reviewed publications, manuscripts, slide decks, literature reviews, and scientific narratives. I enjoy working in collaborative, deadline-driven environments and am particularly interested in medical writing, medical information, and publication development, where scientific accuracy and effective storytelling intersect.

I have a background in law, armed with a strong work ethic, a persuasive track record of interfacing with clients and identifying risks and regulatory hurdles to formulate strategies and enable fulfilment effectively. I am also adept at handling multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting time-sensitive case objectives and a logical thinker with an ability to provide effective solutions in compliance with company regulations and policies while working in a team-oriented setting.

Dr. Giovanni Abbadessa is a seasoned oncology developer with over 20 years of experience in advancing innovative therapies across biotech, pharmaceutical, and nonprofit sectors. He joined ModeX Therapeutics as Chief Medical Officer, where he leads the development of the company’s multispecific biologics for cancer and infectious diseases. Prior to ModeX, Dr. Abbadessa was Vice President and Head of Oncology Early Development at Sanofi, where he spearheaded the clinical development of 16 experimental oncology drugs, guiding them from first-in-human studies through to Phase 2 trials. He established a dynamic team of 25 professionals and played a pivotal role in in-licensing 10 clinical assets. Dr. Abbadessa contributed to strategic oversight across multiple portfolios, including Phase 3 assets and partnerships, and collaborated with Investor Relations on oncology-focused initiatives.

I am the Chief Medical Officer at Boomerang Health Care, a state of the art multidisciplinary specialty group offering interventional, surgical and rehabilitative care through its 25 clinics in California. I also serve as the Medical Director at Le Reve: Regen, a leader in cutting edge restorative and regenerative solutions for Spine, Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal conditions. In the academic world, I have served as a Clinical Faculty at Stanford University for more than 20 years and have established myself as a world leader in cutting edge innovative therapeutic solutions. I completed her Anesthesiology residency from Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee and Fellowship in Pain Medicine from the University of California, Davis. I am board certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine by American Board of Anesthesiology, in Interventional Pain by American Board of Interventional Pain Physicians and in Regenerative Medicine by American Board of Regenerative Medicine. I sit on the Editorial board of the journal, Pain Physician and serve on the board of the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, Latin American Pain Society, California Society of Industrial Medicine and Surgery, California Society of Interventional Pain Physicians and Scilex (Nasdaq: SCLX). I am humbled to receive the Distinguished Service Award, Outstanding Achievement Awards and other accolades. I have devoted my entire career to the field of Interventional spine and Regenerative medicine and have contributed via several peer reviewed journal articles, visionary editorials, and book chapters. My book, “Essentials of Regenerative Medicine” is first in its right illustrating latest interventional biologic techniques for spine and musculoskeletal injuries. I have also authored several National Guidelines including the ones on Opioids, Interventional Spine Epidural procedures, Facet joints, and the first ever on the Safe and Effective use of Biologics in Lumbar spine. I have completed the first prospective, multicenter, randomized placebo controlled trial demonstrating efficacy of platelet rich plasma and bone marrow concentrate in patients with back pain related to disc injury/degeneration. I consider myself an authority on global health care trends including digital health, technology innovations and applied biologics. Let’s connect and work together to make healthcare better, faster, and more effective – www.annunavani.com.

Medical Director of MI Express Urgent Care as well as MI Express Primary Care. Dual board certified MD, in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine, specializing in comprehensive weight loss medicine, adult primary care, urgent and occupational medicine with additional expertise in geriatrics, acute care/hospitalist medicine. I have experience with utilization management, healthcare marketing and healthcare policy through my various roles in these institutions. Passionate about creating and growing health promoting policies and programs in addition to utilizing my expertise to grow products and tools including tech, to innovate a functional and better way to care for our population.

I’m a lifesciences compliance strategist with a passion for building real-world, right-sized programs in fast-moving environments. With deep experience in pharma and medtech, I specialize in translating regulatory complexity into practical, actionable frameworks. I’ve spent 7+ years navigating the gray areas of compliance—from training physicians on industry expectations to building startup programs from the ground up. I believe compliance should be ethical, functional, and human-centered—and that culture is built through clarity, storytelling, and respect, not fear. Outside of policy and audits, I speak regularly on startup compliance and love turning “boring” topics into memorable moments. I'm here to connect, create, and contribute.

Dr. Akshaya Srikanth Bhagavathula is an Associate Professor of Epidemiology at North Dakota State University, internationally recognized for his pioneering work at the intersection of digital epidemiology, pharmacovigilance, and artificial intelligence. His research harnesses advanced statistical modeling and AI to track and predict health behaviors, medication safety, and disease patterns in real time—bridging traditional epidemiology with next-generation digital health analytics. Dr. Bhagavathula has published more than 250 peer-reviewed articles in leading journals, including Annals of Epidemiology, JAMA Network Open, and Lancet Digital Health. His work has been widely cited and featured in major media outlets such as The New York Times, where he discussed the real-world safety of GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro). Recognized among the Stanford–Elsevier Top 2% of Scientists (2019–2024) and elected as a Fellow of the American College of Epidemiology, Dr. Bhagavathula is known for translating complex data into actionable insights that shape public health policy and clinical practice. His ongoing projects include NIH- and NSF-aligned initiatives on AI-powered overdose forecasting, digital twins for public health, and real-world drug safety surveillance using explainable machine learning. With a decade of experience spanning more than two dozen countries and collaborations with organizations such as WHO, USAID, and UNICEF, Dr. Bhagavathula brings a global, data-driven, and human-centered approach to solving modern health crises.

I am a practicing clinical pharmacist with over 20 years of experience and a graduate of St. John’s University School of Pharmacy in Queens, NY. With an undergraduate background in compounding and natural medicine, I have served in various capacities across the pharmaceutical industry before founding Fusion Medical Care in Scottsdale, AZ. My career is defined by my dedication to a balanced approach between natural and allopathic medicine, a passion that led me to develop a complete wellness center housing multiple integrative practitioners. Beyond my foundational education, I have advanced my specialized training through the Professional Compounding Centers of America and am a Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Anti-Aging Health Practitioners. I believe that my role as a pharmacist offers the perfect opportunity to fuse naturopathic and allopathic care, acting as a dedicated advocate for my patients' pharmacological and wellness needs. My mission is to empower patients to look and feel amazing by following my core philosophy: "Let your food be your medicine, your kitchen be your pharmacy, and your lifestyle be your doctor". My innovative approach to healthcare has earned me national recognition, including an honor in Marquis Who’s Who and a featured interview with VoyagePhoenix highlighting my journey and the mission behind Fusion Medical Care.

Tara Bailey, MPA, CMC, BCPA, CDP, CSA®, SHSS Founder & CEO | Brevard Healthcare Navigation Tara Bailey is a nationally credentialed care manager and patient advocate with nearly two decades of experience in healthcare support services. She holds a Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) and is certified as a Care Manager (CMC), Board Certified Patient Advocate (BCPA), Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Senior Advisor (CSA®), and Certified Senior Home Safety Specialist (SHSS). As the Founder and CEO of Brevard Healthcare Navigation, Tara leads a trusted team dedicated to helping seniors, disabled adults, veterans, and families navigate complex medical systems with clarity and confidence. Her work is rooted in personal experience, deep empathy, and a belief that every individual deserves coordinated, dignified support—whether facing a health crisis or planning ahead. In addition to her direct work with clients, Tara has served on multiple local, state, and national board of directors, advocating for improved care access and quality across the lifespan. She is known for her calm presence, strong leadership, and unwavering commitment to empowering others through advocacy, education, and compassionate guidance.

Michael Genovese is a physician and attorney based in New York City. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, a member of the American Medical Association, a Fellow of both the American Psychiatric Association and the American Society of Addiction Medicine, and a member of the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry. Dr. Genovese co-founded the multidisciplinary medical practice Long Island Mind and Body in New York while practicing as an attending physician at NYU/Winthrop University Hospital. He was a fellow at the NYU/North Shore University Hospital Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Program, and he completed his residency training at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. Before beginning his medical studies, Dr. Genovese earned a Juris Doctor degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. He is a member of the New York Bar and the American Bar Association and is an advocate for attorneys and first responders seeking treatment for addiction and co-occurring disorders. Dr. Genovese is passionate about advocating for people and families who struggle with addictions and is strongly connected to Ascendant’s mission to help those in need.

Experienced marketing leader in Oncology, Immunology, & Neuroscience Marketing, Payer Marketing and Finance/Accounting Leader in biotech, pharmaceuticals, and financial services industries.Highly motivated, innovative, strategic thinker, and entrepreneurial spirited business professional with over 15+ years of experience in the healthcare industry, consumer goods, financial services specifically pharmaceuticals & biotechnology. Background includes: marketing, brand management, product development, project management,financial planning & analysis, cost accounting, financial reporting, consolidations, international business, non-traditional finance in consumer products and healthcare. I supported pharmaceutical marketing and sales force teams, event planning, leadership, recruiting, and mentoring. Well rounded business professional who empower, motivate, and lead others to achieve overall marketing and financial business goals. Denise shows a high level of eagerness, dedication, and hard work to learn and always find opportunities to improve business processes.

I'm a licensed life and health insurance agent in Michigan. In my role at Action Benefits, I deliver industry education and training to all of our 50+ employees, as well as the 1,200+ independent agents we support throughout the Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio. I'm charged with digging through health insurance carrier and government policies and press releases to distill the most impactful bits, which our agents can then pass on to customers in the Medicare, ACA Marketplace, and employer group markets. I also use several channels to help spread the word: As part of a marketing team of three, I help to manage our web presence, social media channels, and email marketing. My biggest achievement? Launching our average search position from the high thirties to 9.3 within the span of a year.

Dr. James Lyons, M.D., is an internationally trained physician that was born in Germany. He is the son of a teacher and army veteran and was raised in Texas, but traveled extensively during his medical training. From medical rotations in French Hospital Systems, to his training in Miami at Ryder Trauma medical center and psychiatric training at TGK Prison, his depth of knowledge for those in acute crises is vast. In addition to his doctorate in medicine, Dr. Lyons also holds a Masters of Medical Sciences and coordinated research trials for schizophrenia pharmaceutical treatments in Dallas, TX. He completed his residency in Rural Michigan as a Family Medicine Physician, where he made home visits, and was rigorously trained in all aspects of medical care from delivering and caring for newborns, to end of life care. In his final year of training, he was named chief resident of this program. After 3 additional years practicing in rural east texas as a hospitalist in the acute setting, he, his wife, and their 4 children now reside back in Texas where he was raised, where his parents are retired, and where his sister works as a registered nurse in hospital leadership. Dr. Lyons continues to practice medicine in the acute setting as a hospitalist and emergency room physician in the greater Austin area. Aside from direct patient care, Dr. Lyons provides medical expertise and consulting while also being actively involved in performance improvement, infection control, and medical executive committees in the hospitals where he practices.

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Dr. Matt Huebner, MD, is the Chief Medical Director and leading hair transplant surgeon at Natural Transplants®, a premier clinic dedicated exclusively to life-changing hair restoration. Natural Transplants combines surgical excellence with cutting-edge regenerative technology. The clinic is a leader in comprehensive hair restoration, offering both Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) and Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT). Dr. Huebner is the originator of the proprietary HUE (High-Yield Unit Extraction®) Method, an advanced technique designed to maximize graft yield for superior density and natural, life-changing results. Furthermore, the clinic provides Exosomes Treatment—a non-invasive option that uses potent growth factors to stimulate follicle regeneration and can be used as a standalone therapy or to support graft survival and healing alongside a transplant. The brand's success is unequivocally backed by patient results and experience: Natural Transplants holds an impressive 5-star rating on Google and an Excellent TrustScore on Trustpilot, based on over 400 verified reviews. This commitment to world-class care has helped the clinic serve over 6,000 patients globally since 2014. A licensed medical doctor with a rigorous clinical background, Dr. Huebner earned his MD from Eastern Virginia Medical School and spent seven years practicing full-time Emergency Medicine, instilling the meticulous attention to detail and patient care that defines his surgical practice today. Dr. Huebner's mission is to restore not just hair, but confidence, through a full spectrum of expert solutions.

I’m a growth-focused healthcare marketing leader with a strong track record in specialty medical practice growth for independently owned or PE backed specialty medical practices. As CMO at Intrepy, I design and scale patient acquisition systems that are innovative, compliant, measurable, and built to fuel sustainable practice growth. My current area of marketing focus is AI Visibility and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) for health and medical organizations. Our daily agency operations work in over 40 specialties including but not limited to orthopedics, dermatology, ophthalmology, otolaryngology/ENT, fertility, urology, plastic surgery, nephrology, neurosurgery, vascular surgery, men's health, women's health, and MedSpa. My areas of expertise and that of my agency are medical website design, medical SEO, healthcare paid advertising both search and programmatic, healthcare social media, and medical marketing strategy. Our first party research and data includes tracking the results and impact of digital medical marketing activities in the above channels. We focus on organic patient acquisition costs and Return-On-Ad-Spend (ROAS) in the healthcare space. We're also experts in HIPAA-complaint marketing. Generally we can answer questions about the challenges and solutions for marketing specialty medical practices in the US for both insured (commercial patients) and cash-pay (self-pay patients) choosing high value elective procedures.

Dr. Shernell Surratt-Gary, D.O., is a Tulsa, Oklahoma native whose journey reflects both determination and dedication. She graduated from the University of Tulsa with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, where her interest in medicine and the human body deepened. Before matriculating to medical school, Shernell gained valuable hands-on experience at Ascension St. John, working first in the pathology department and later in the catheterization lab. These formative roles not only strengthened her technical skills but also gave her a deep appreciation for the teamwork and precision required in healthcare. She went on to earn her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from OSU Center for Health Sciences, furthering her commitment to understanding health, science, and the human experience. In addition, she served as a Family Medicine Content Author for Rosh Review, LLC, contributing to medical education and board review resources for resident physicians. Dr. Surratt-Gary currently serves as a clinical advisor for Aura Wellness, a drug, alcohol & mental health treatment center in Kentucky. Beyond her academic and professional path, Shernell embraces family life with joy. She lives with her husband and their two children, cherishing the laughter, love, and everyday moments they share together.

He is Manish Gupta, a graduate from AKTU University in Lucknow. He began his journey as a project assistant at IIT Kanpur before embracing the world of words and wellness. A qualified pharmacist, he founded Medicovada health and wellness platform where he now writes and shares trusted insights. His work also powers VadaCare Insights, which reaches over 10k monthly visitors. Through his writing, he brings clarity to health, one article at a time.

Director of Operations at Loving Homecare Inc., and a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) based in Whittier, California. My passion lies in helping older adults live with dignity and comfort through high-quality, relationship-centered care. With over a decade of experience in operations, team leadership, and elder care strategy, I focus on equipping families with the tools and education they need to make confident decisions in complex caregiving situations. My background also includes time in corporate leadership and consulting, but I’ve found the most purpose in working closely with families navigating aging, memory loss, and end-of-life care. At Loving Homecare, I lead a team committed to providing personalized in-home support for seniors, from companion care and post-surgical recovery to dementia care and respite services. I believe in care that goes beyond task checklists, rooted in compassion, consistency, and meaningful human connection. Whether I’m advising on care plans, mentoring caregivers, or advocating for seniors’ well-being, my mission is to ensure every older adult we serve feels seen, valued, and supported.

Dr. Geny Augustine is a physician at Solace who knows firsthand how challenging the U.S. healthcare system can be for patients. Having worked with diverse patient populations throughout her career, she's seen how the system's complex nature can create unnecessary barriers to getting good care—which is exactly what drew her to Solace's mission of putting patients first. Dr. Augustine completed her medical education in Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles, and previously worked as a Family Medicine physician for Banner Health in Glendale, Arizona. She's passionate about improving patient care, leading quality improvement projects like her work on hypertension management in urban environments, which earned honorable mention for the SLUHN Quality Improvement Award in 2020. Fluent in English with intermediate Spanish skills, she brings both clinical expertise and cultural understanding to her patient relationships. When she's not advocating for patients, Dr. Augustine enjoys fitness, culinary arts, fine arts, travel, and volunteer work—pursuits that reflect her belief in whole-person wellness and giving back to her community.