Recognized Laboratory Diagnostics Leaders 2025

Skilled, highly knowledgeable, and analytical professional with over fourteen years experience in the healthcare sector. Primary expertise in providing strategic insights and actionable information to life science companies. Proficient in molecular diagnostics, point of care diagnostics, genomics, immunoassays, oncology diagnostics, cardiology diagnostics, infectious disease diagnostics and personalized medicine. Strong ability in capturing customer insights, performing technical analysis, sizing niche segments, financial modeling, evaluating market dynamics, identify/evaluate new product potential, and presenting high impact, tactical recommendations. Specialties: Extensive knowledge in the genomics, in-vitro diagnostics space. Demonstrated success in managing teams and clients, assessing business models identifying market opportunities/risks and developing strategies to optimize market penetration, competitive advantage and profit.

Founder of MDx CRO a specialized clinical research and regulatory consultancy dedicated to the medtech IVD sector. As a seasoned consultant in clinical and regulatory affairs, I am experienced in navigating complex regulatory challenges for top IVD companies. I have the privilege of serving as an external expert for the EU Commission and having lead global regulatory projects at BSI, one of the largest Notified Bodies as an IVDR CE mark technical expert. My portfolio of satisfied clients includes renowned companies such as Biomerieux, Cepheid, Leica (Danaher), Hologic, Grifols, Abbott, Beckman Coulter, ThermoFisher Scientific, Instrumentation Laboratory (Werfen), Roche Diagnostics, Alere, and more. I am passionate about simplifying science and regulation for my clients, delivering tailored solutions that help them stay ahead of the competition. My secret to success is building relationships based on trust, expertise and kindness. My clinical background, combined with 15+ years in the IVD industry and regulatory authorities, makes me a valuable resource for clients of all sizes. Let's connect and find out how I can help you navigate the ever-evolving world of IVD and MedTech 💬

*Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician (ABFM) with 14+ years clinical experience (based in Chicago, IL) *Named Castle Connolly Top Doctor (2024, 2025) *Medical Media Commentator seen on/in ABC 7, Fox 32, CBS 2, WGN 9, The Chicago Tribune , Chicago Sun Times, and Everyday Health; including a nationwide 25 interview satellite media tour (TV & radio, November 2025) *Premedical Student Mentor, Urban Bridges Medical Mentoring Program Dr. Rene is a board-certified Family Medicine physician and Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians (FAAFP) with 14+ years of clinical experience. She provides comprehensive primary care for Medicare-eligible patients at Oak Street Health's Avalon Park location in Chicago, specializing in chronic disease management, preventive care, healthcare equity, and access for underserved communities. After overcoming 50 medical school rejections, Dr. Rene graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed residency training at Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital - Chicago. She developed the L.Y.M.I.T.S. Method—a framework for transforming limitations into your greatest strengths. She mentors aspiring physicians through the Urban Bridges Medical Mentoring Program. Dr. Rene has appeared as a medical expert on ABC 7, Fox 32, CBS 2, and WGN 9 Chicago and recently completed a 25-interview national satellite media tour. She is available for expert commentary on resilience in healthcare, medical education equity, resilience and overcoming failure, healthcare access for underserved populations, and diversity in medicine.

With a PhD in molecular genetics and as a specialist in data science, Céline Chantry-Darmon has over twenty years of experience in biomedical research and complex data analysis. As Scientific Director at Tekkare, she works on developing trustworthy artificial intelligence for healthcare. She is also committed to promoting inclusive and responsible artificial intelligence, and to advancing women in science and technology.

R.G.C.C. International GmbH is a leading company in analysis of circulating tumor cells as well as Cancer Stem Cells.Through our high quality analysis at R.G.C.C. International GmbH we are able to offer a full ranges of services to the R & D, clinical, and pharmaceutical industry.By using the most advanced and innovative technologies of molecular and cellular

Global human resources and association leader with a broad range of strategic HR and governance experience involving board and volunteer governance, organizational development, employee engagement, DEI/workplace culture, benefits, compensation, recruitment, policy development, and compliance. Serve as trusted advisor to CEO and senior leadership. Experience in both U.S. and international HR. Passionate about building high-performing and inclusive work cultures that foster trust, collaboration, and transparency, as well as boost employee retention. Certified Association Executive (CAE). DiSC certified. SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)

I am the Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer at Mantalys, an AI start-up based in Toulouse, France dedicated to bringing lightweight, high-performance AI solutions to biomedical image analysis. With a PhD in neuro-immunology and five years of post-doctoral research experience in tumor immunology, I bring deep biomedical expertise to the computer vision team - bridging science and technology to unlock real world insights and extract actionable intelligence from biomedical images.

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.

Clinically trained veterinarian with experience in gastroenterology, internal medicine, and emergency care. Veterinary physician-scientist specializing in clinical research, diagnostic development, and translational medicine in companion animals, supporting research initiatives in oncology and internal medicine. Skilled in clinical sample characterization and biobank operations, including medical record review of 4,000+ veterinary cases and collaboration with academic and clinical partners. Holds a PhD in Biomedical Sciences focused on cell biology and organoid technology with multiple pending patents, with experience in disease modeling and scientific publication. Regularly collaborates with senior leadership to align cross-functional teams and advance complex research initiatives, complemented by an MBA focused on strategy and project management.

I am an entrepreneur in the medical industry working on creating a new way to approach healthcare and wellness. The company is called Selph, it is a healthcare revolution to provide individuals with the tools to optimise their health. I am a trained General Practitioner and prior to my medical training I completed a PhD looking at the impact of nutrition and probiotic supplementation on metabolism and the developing immune system. I am fascinated by the interaction between the microbiome and health and was a past member of the science translational committee for the International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics as well as a founding member of the International Cancer Microbiome Consortium. During my clinical training I became excited in the importance of the mind in physical health and vice versa and so I trained as an accredited mindfulness teacher specialising in mindfulness for stress and mindfulness for chronic pain.

Founder of IngredientMD, a supplement intelligence platform powdered by most clinical data available. What's important, we communicate in language humans will understand instead. It all starts from individual ingredients instead of product name, claims, and anything else. Product is what's inside instead of what perception is being made. In our analysis of 500+ supplement products, we found 42% had at least one key ingredient below clinically studied doses. I focus on bringing evidence-based analysis to consumer supplement decisions.

Mrs. Durga Chavali is an internationally recognized IT healthcare leader and AI researcher with nearly two decades of experience and a proven track record of implementing enterprise-level technology strategies that improve efficiency, drive digital transformation, and enable data-driven decision-making. She is the proven leader in implementing complex, high-stakes healthcare IT projects with significant ROI, guiding enterprise-level initiatives from concept to execution, and enabling organizations to make informed decisions that optimize operations, reduce risk, and enhance financial and clinical outcomes. Ms. Chavali is a Doctor of Health Care Administration and a results-driven healthcare IT executive who consistently delivers measurable improvements in clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, and financial performance by making strategic, data-informed decisions that optimize enterprise-level processes and drive organizational success. She has been honored with the Fellow Honorary of IETE, Distinguished Fellow of SCRS, and Honorary Inducted Member of Phi Kappa Phi. Mrs. Chavali has been recognized for thought leadership through publications in leading healthcare and AI journals and business magazines, translating complex research into actionable strategies that improve patient outcomes, operational efficiency, and financial performance in enterprise healthcare settings. Mrs. Chavali is also a trusted advocate and coach in the AI era, leveraging a strong research background to guide organizations in adopting innovative AI-driven strategies and driving business transformation toward measurable success Mrs. Chavali is an award-winning healthcare IT leader, recognized with the Inspera and ITA Awards for Distinguished Research and Breakthrough Innovation, pioneering innovative solutions that integrate research and industry expertise to drive AI-powered analytics, predictive insights, and compliance automation, delivering measurable improvements in care quality, operational efficiency, and financial outcomes. Ms. Chavali has been further recognized by the most popular and high-circulation media and featured in respected industry publications such as TechBullion and TechTimes, leveraging published insights on healthcare IT, AI, and data-driven innovation to influence cross‑industry discourse and drive enterprise‑level transformation. Mrs. Chavali contributes to organizations such as IEEE and ACM and supports the community through her expertise.

Dr. Lynsey Johnson, DNP, FNP-C, CEO/Founder of PCOS Sisters Telehealth Clinic & Wellness Center (Serving 11 states) and Emory University Community Research Partner, has spoken at and been recognized at multiple local & national conferences and events. Including PCOS CON 2025, the “Ask The Experts Panel” with 11Alive News, and was featured in “What’s It Like Living with PCOS? Here’s What You Had to Say,” published in New York Magazine’s The Cut and was a finalist in the Top 10 Women's Health Innovations in the U.S. category at the 2024 USA Women's Health Innovation Summit as well as being named Top 3 Women Shaping the Future of HealthCare in the Ignite Gulf Coast Competition. With September being PCOS Awareness Month, Dr. Johnson is available for interviews to speak about PCOS. Topics Dr. Johnson can speak to your audience about: Dr. Johnson’s partnership with Emory University School of Nursing on research entitled “Weight loss effects of semaglutide in combination with lifestyle changes in obese PCOS patients utilizing a telehealth care delivery model”. Dr. Johnson’s PCOS Screening Tool for patient self-assessment and screening by non-specialized medical providers, such as primary care physicians. The PCOS Trailblazers 5K: Walk, Hike, or Run for PCOS Awareness, co-hosted by PCOS Sisters & PCOS Challenge: The National Association for PCOS Awareness. How your audience can support those with PCOS and raise awareness of PCOS. PCOS Sisters Telehealth Clinic & Wellness Center: who we are and the services we provide. The PCOS condition, diagnosis, symptoms, and treatments. Dr. Johnson’s personal experience with PCOS. To coordinate interviews, please reply to this email or contact Chelsey Gilbert at pr@pcossisters.com or 904-586-1964. You can download the PCOS Sisters Media Kit here. ### About PCOS Sisters Telehealth Clinic & Wellness Center Having battled her own PCOS for years, Dr. Lynsey Johnson, DNP, FNP-C, CEO/Founder, founded PCOS Sisters Telehealth Clinic & Wellness Center, a multi-state telehealth PCOS-specializing practice now serving 9 states, to allow PCOS women nationwide to receive care from the comfort of their own home. Dr. Johnson and her team at PCOS Sisters help many women manage the root cause and symptoms of their condition.

Dr. Yoon Hang “John” Kim is a board-certified integrative medicine physician with over 20 years of clinical experience dedicated to root-cause, patient-centered care. He is widely recognized as one of the leading clinical experts on Low-Dose Naltrexone (LDN) therapy, having authored three books and more than 20 articles on the subject, and leads the LDN Support Group—a thriving community of over 7,000 members. Dr. Kim completed his Integrative Medicine Fellowship at the University of Arizona’s Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine, where he trained under the mentorship of Dr. Andrew Weil as a prestigious Osher Fellow. He holds board certifications in both Preventive Medicine and Integrative/Holistic Medicine, along with certification in Medical Acupuncture from UCLA. He was also a scholarship recipient from the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM), further deepening his expertise in functional medicine approaches to complex chronic conditions. His clinical expertise spans integrative oncology—informed by deeply personal experience supporting family members who are now cancer survivors—chronic pain management, and the treatment of complex conditions including SIBO, MCAS, and autoimmune disorders. He brings a unique combination of conventional medical rigor and evidence-based complementary therapies to every patient encounter. Dr. Kim is the founder of Direct Integrative Care, a membership-based telemedicine practice that deliberately limits enrollment to ensure deep, personalized physician-patient relationships. His practice serves patients across six states—Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Texas, Georgia, and Florida—operating entirely outside the constraints of insurance systems to preserve clinical independence and patient-first decision-making. A featured speaker at the LDN Research Trust conferences, Dr. Kim is a passionate educator who shares his expertise through his clinical and professional websites, a YouTube channel, and educational platforms including LDNSupportGroup.com. His personal motto—“Luck favors the prepared bold”—reflects his commitment to courage, preparation, and innovation in medicine.

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’m passionate about redefining what modern healthcare can look like. After graduating with my Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from the University of Auckland, I wanted to combine clinical medicine with innovation, which led me to create Selfcaremen, a fast-growing men’s health platform now operating across New Zealand and Australia. My goal has always been to make preventative healthcare more accessible, engaging, and relevant for men, blending strong clinical standards with a fresh, modern approach.Alongside building Selfcaremen, I continue to invest heavily in my own training and development. I work as an Occupational Medicine Physician and RACP/AFOEM Registrar with Sonic Healthcare in Melbourne, where I’m undertaking specialist training with The Royal Australasian College of Physicians in Occupational and Environmental Medicine (2025–2029). I’ve also completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational and Environmental Medicine from the University of Otago and hold a Postgraduate Certificate in Women’s Health. This background allows me to bring a practical, well-rounded perspective to healthcare, sitting at the intersection of clinical work, workplace health, and entrepreneurship.

Dr. Chantal Lunderville, MD is a UCSF-trained family medicine physician and nationally recognized expert in medical wellness, aesthetics, compliance, and practice growth. She serves as the Medical Wellness Editor for Lipgloss and Aftershave, a leading spa industry publication with a reach of more than 250,000 readers and followers. She has been mentioned in Forbes, and she has been a featured speaker for global brands including L’Oréal and Epicutis. As the medical director for 20+ aesthetic and wellness practices across California, Dr. Lunderville specializes in helping doctors, nurses, and entrepreneurs build safe, compliant, and scalable practices. She and her team have developed proprietary software that enables medspas to track compliance, medical director oversight, and regulatory requirements- now being made available to the public to elevate industry standards. She has also hosted large-scale women's wellness events and professional trainings with sponsors such as goop Kitchen, AQ Solutions, UnderSkin, South Coast Psychiatry, and Reproductive Partners. A former medical spa owner turned national consultant, Dr. Lunderville empowers women in aesthetics to build legacy-driven, ethical businesses. She is also a leader in longevity and preventive wellness, blending evidence-based lifestyle wellness with advanced regenerative treatments. She is also an aesthetic and womens health trainer focusing on new practitioners. Dr. Lunderville is available for expert commentary on aesthetics, medical wellness, compliance, women’s entrepreneurship, and the future of longevity medicine.

Dr. Sujatha Gerineni has been providing dedicated patient care since 2009. She earned her medical degree with honors from Kamineni Institute of Medical Sciences in India and completed her Internal Medicine residency at West Suburban Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. Board-certified in Internal Medicine since 2014, Dr. Gerineni is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based primary care. She currently leads a primary care practice in San Antonio, Texas, where she focuses on personalized and preventive healthcare Know more: www.aimprimarycare.com

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.

Practicing Musculoskeletal and Emergency Radiologist. Demonstrated history of working in the hospital & health care industry. Skilled in Medical Devices, Medicine, Research, Emerging Markets, and Health Information Systems.