Community Health Leaders

In order to stay up to date on latest treatments, drug discovery, clinical studies and how to cope with nonalcoholic steatohepatitis every day, NASHdisease.net brings you frequent articles, points of view, and advice from leading health leaders and experts.

Current Health Leaders

Dr. Emily Dhurandhar

Dr. Emily Dhurandhar is the Chief Scientific Officer of Obthera, Inc. In this role, she has directed the development of an online dietary weight-loss program and has overseen the dietary treatment of 2,500 people with obesity. She has previously held academic positions at and has published over 100 peer-reviewed abstracts, peer-reviewed journal publications or book chapters Read more.

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Liz Hiles

Liz has struggled with being overweight her entire life but was generally healthy until she was diagnosed with Stage III-B bladder cancer with a T4 Tumor in August 2016, just 3 months short of turning 41. Single, childfree, and without parent or sibling support, she learned to navigate treatment and survivorship with the love and support of friends, extended family, and even coworkers. Read more.

Louise Martindill

Louise has been diagnosed with numerous health conditions over the last ten years, starting with fibromyalgia, a chronic pain condition. Which then Started a domino effect with her other illnesses, including type 2 diabetes, under active thyroid, degenerative disc disease, NASH stage 3 and arthritis in her back, knees, hands and hips. Read more.

Megan Muñoz, MSN, CMSRN, CDCES

Megan Muñoz, MSN, CMSRN, CDCES, holds a master's degree in nursing, along with certifications in medical surgical nursing and diabetes care and education. She has a wide range of experience in both the hospital and outpatient settings, working with people with all types of diabetes. Read more.

Kimberly May Vanderpool

Kimberly is 36 years old and lives in a small town in Iowa. She was born and raised on her parents farm and was active in 4H, FFA, and sports. In 2014, she reconnected with an old friend and sparked a romance. They have been happily married for 8 years now and have 3 wonderful children ages 16, 14, and 11. They also have 2 dogs named Zeus and Lilith and a cat named Loki. As a family they love to travel and experience new adventures! Read more.

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