Our Medical Advisors are internationally recognized leaders in gastroenterology and microbiome research. This multidisciplinary panel plays a critical role in shaping our clinical and scientific strategy, ensuring that our innovations are guided by rigorous evidence, ethical standards, and the highest level of medical insight. Meet some of the specialists helping us bridge academic research and real-world application.
Meet the Team Behind mBIOTA
mBIOTA Elemental is the product of multiple years of research and development. Developed in partnership with leading gastroenterologists and innovative food scientists, meet some of the minds behind mBIOTA Labs.
Medical Advisors
Dr. Mark Pimentel, MD
Mark Pimentel, MD, FRCP(C) is a gastroenterology physician-scientist in Los Angeles, as well as a professor of medicine and gastroenterology. A pioneering expert in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Dr. Pimentel has spent decades advancing the research and understanding of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) and its role therein.
Dr. Pimentel's decades of gastroenterological research led him to develop the Low Fermentation Eating (LFE) diet to help SIBO sufferers enjoy a less restrictive diet and lifestyle.
Dr. Pimentel’s work has been published in the New England Journal of Medicine, Annals of Internal Medicine, American Journal of Physiology, American Journal of Medicine, American Journal of Gastroenterology and Digestive Diseases and Sciences, among others.
Pimentel has served as a principal investigator or co-investigator for numerous translational and clinical investigations of IBS and the relationship between gut flora composition and human disease. Dr. Pimentel is a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine, a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and a member of the American Gastroenterological Association, the American College of Gastroenterology, and the American Neurogastroenterology and Motility Society.
Dr. Ali Rezaie, MD, MSc
Ali Rezaie, MD, MSc, FRCP(C) is a gastroenterology physician-scientist in Los Angeles where he specializes in microbiome research and gastrointestinal motility disorders.
Beyond his background in internal medicine and gastroenterology, he has also specialized inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) as well as epidemiology. To date, Dr. Rezaie has published more than 150 peer-reviewed papers that have been cited over 10,000 times.
Rezaie has been awarded multiple grants from prestigious organizations including the Canadian Institutes of Health Research fellowship, the American College of Gastroenterology Research and the Kenneth Rainin Foundation. He also serves as the associate editor of Digestive Diseases and Sciences, a peer-reviewed journal of gastroenterology and hepatology. His research focuses on microbiome, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), intestinal methanogen overgrowth (IMO), medical device development, and internal UV therapy.
William Chey, MD
Professor of Gastroenterology & Nutritional Sciences, IBS Expert
- 2026 American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) President
- Rome Foundation Board of Directors
- IFFGD Board of Directors
- Distinguished Clinician Award American Gastroentological Association
Nick Talley, MD/PhD
World Renowned Neurogastroenterologist and Physician Scientist, Distinguished Laureate Professor
- Emeritus Editor in Chief of the Medical Journal of Australia
- Former President of the Royal Australian College of Physicians
- Rome Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award
Walter Park, MD
Associate Professor of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Pancreatic Disorders Expert
- Leading authority in the field of pancreatic research
- Principal Investigator within an NIDDK/NCI Consortium for the Study of Chronic Pancreatitis, Diabetes, and Pancreas Cancer (CPDPC)
- Clinician Scientist
Ruchi Mathur, MD
Endocrinologist, Microbiome and Metabolic Disease Expert
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC)
- Leading Authority on the effects of gastrointestinal microbiota on metabolic diseases
William Chey, MD
Professor of Gastroenterology & Nutritional Sciences, IBS Expert
- 2026 American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) President
- Rome Foundation Board of Directors
- IFFGD Board of Directors
- Distinguished Clinician Award American Gastroentological Association
Nick Talley, MD/PhD
World Renowned Neurogastroenterologist and Physician Scientist, Distinguished Laureate Professor
- Emeritus Editor in Chief of the Medical Journal of Australia
- President of the Royal Australian College of Physicians (2014-2016)
- Rome Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award (2011)
Walter Park, MD
Associate Professor of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Pancreatic Disorders Expert
- Leading authority in the field of pancreatic research
- Principal Investigator within an NIDDK/NCI Consortium for the Study of Chronic Pancreatitis, Diabetes, and Pancreas Cancer (CPDPC)
- Clinician Scientist
Ruchi Mathur, MD
Endocrinologist, Microbiome and Metabolic Disease Expert
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC)
- Leading Authority on the effects of gastrointestinal microbiota on metabolic diseases
Richard Weinberg, MD
Professor of Internal Medicine and Integrative Physiology & Pharmacology
- Leading Authority on Taste Perception
- Expert in IBS and nutritional disorders
- Clinician Scientist
Meena Bansal, MD
Professor of Medicine, Liver Disease Expert
- Fellow of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (FAASLD)
- Clinician Scientist
Maitreyi Kohandaraman, MD
Associate Professor of Medicine, Gastroenterologist and Physician Nutrition Specialist, IBD Expert
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC)
- Director of LyfeMD, leading authority on the interplay of nutrition and the gut microbiome
- Clinician Scientist
Richard Weinberg, MD
Professor of Internal Medicine and Integrative Physiology & Pharmacology
- Leading Authority on Taste Perception
- Expert in IBS and nutritional disorders
- Clinician Scientist
Maitreyi Kohandaraman, MD
Associate Professor of Medicine, Gastroenterologist and Physician Nutrition Specialist, IBD Expert
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC)
- Director of LyfeMD, leading authority on the interplay of nutrition and the gut microbiome
- Clinician Scientist
Meena Bansal, MD
Professor of Medicine, Liver Disease Expert
- Former Secretary for the American Association for the Study of Liver
- Clinician Scientist
William Chey, MD
Professor of Gastroenterology & Nutritional Sciences, IBS Expert
- 2026 American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) President
- Rome Foundation Board of Directors
- IFFGD Board of Directors
- Distinguished Clinician Award American Gastroentological Association
Nick Talley, MD/PhD
World Renowned Neurogastroenterologist and Physician Scientist, Distinguished Laureate Professor
- Emeritus Editor in Chief of the Medical Journal of Australia
- Former President of the Royal Australian College of Physicians
- Rome Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award
Walter Park, MD
Associate Professor of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Pancreatic Disorders Expert
- Leading authority in the field of pancreatic research
- Principal Investigator within an NIDDK/NCI Consortium for the Study of Chronic Pancreatitis, Diabetes, and Pancreas Cancer (CPDPC)
- Clinician Scientist
Ruchi Mathur, MD
Endocrinologist, Microbiome and Metabolic Disease Expert
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC)
- Leading Authority on the effects of gastrointestinal microbiota on metabolic diseases
Maitreyi Kohandaraman, MD
Associate Professor of Medicine, Gastroenterologist and Physician Nutrition Specialist, IBD Expert
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC)
- Director of LyfeMD, leading authority on the interplay of nutrition and the gut microbiome
- Clinician Scientist
Meena Bansal, MD
Professor of Medicine, Liver Disease Expert
- Former Secretary for the American Association for the Study of Liver
- Clinician Scientist
Richard Weinberg, MD
Professor of Internal Medicine and Integrative Physiology & Pharmacology
- Leading Authority on Taste Perception
- Expert in IBS and nutritional disorders
- Clinician Scientist
The mBIOTA Team
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Krystyna Houser, Founder & Chairman
A visionary entrepreneur, Krystyna’s determination to heal her GI issues and continue enjoying food and life was the guiding spirit behind mBIOTA Labs.
Stunned by how difficult and time consuming it was to find a solution, she became determined to share the results of her findings with fellow SIBO/IBS sufferers. Now SIBO-free, Krystyna's drive, tenacity and vision is behind everything that we do at mBIOTA Labs.
Under her guidance, mBIOTA Labs has emerged as a frontrunner in developing scientifically formulated products tailored to address the unique dietary needs of patients grappling with various GI challenges.
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Nicola Wodlinger, CEO
Nicola Wodlinger, Chief Executive Officer, leads mBIOTA Labs with a vision to revolutionize the intersection of nutrition and medicine. Her deep entrepreneurial experience and proven track record of building brands and scaling growth led her to her role at mBIOTA Labs, a company dedicated to helping patients struggling with gastrointestinal issues.
A graduate of Brown University, Nicola has held pivotal leadership roles at iconic brands including Rolling Stone and Us Weekly, where she spearheaded transformative marketing initiatives, created new departments and built multi-million dollar brand partnerships. Beyond her traditional corporate experience, Nicola has launched multiple new brands from the ground up across the e-commerce and digital content space.
As CEO of mBIOTA, Nicola remains steadfast in her mission to help patients, foster collaboration, and ultimately, transform the way we approach healthcare through the power of nutrition.
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Victoria Lamberti, COO
Victoria Lamberti, Chief Operating Officer at mBIOTA Labs, is a seasoned operations executive with over 14 years of diverse experience in driving business growth and innovation. Her professional journey includes pivotal roles as a VP of Operations in e-commerce and as a Business Strategy Management Consultant for Fortune 50 companies.
Victoria's expertise spans e-commerce, marketing, operations, technology, and analytics. A graduate of Brown University, Victoria earned her Bachelors degree in Applied Mathematics-Economics providing the foundation for her strong analytical and quantitative skills.
Victoria's passion for operational excellence and deep understanding of technology and marketing make her a driving force behind the company's strategic growth and industry leadership.
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