Medical Advisory Board
Most AI health platforms scrape the internet and guess. AverCare is built on the research, clinical frameworks and hands-on expertise of specialists who have spent decades at the frontier of medicine.
Specialists across neurosurgery, oncology, metabolic health, regenerative medicine, nutrition science and longevity. Scroll to move through each group.
01 · Medical
Clinical expertise across diagnostics, medicine, longevity, and preventative health.
A distinguished neurosurgeon who performed the first robotic spine surgery in both North Dakota and the Middle East, and holds a world record for robotic spine procedures.
Dr. Abdul Salam Abu Baker Al Belushi is a distinguished neurosurgeon and healthcare executive with extensive leadership experience across clinical, academic, and strategic domains. As Chief Medical Officer and Chief Strategy Officer at Tricelx in Frisco, Texas, Dr. Al Belushi has driven initiatives focused on healthcare innovation, patient safety, and operational excellence. He is also the President and Founder of Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery PLLC in Plano, Texas, and serves as Director of the Texoma Neuroscience Institute, where he has led departments of neurosurgery and spine surgery.
Over more than two decades, Dr. Al Belushi has become recognized internationally for his pioneering contributions to robotic and minimally invasive spine surgery. He performed the first-ever robotic spine surgery in both North Dakota (2019) and the Middle East (Abu Dhabi, 2022), and holds a world record for the highest number of robotic spine surgeries completed within three consecutive months. His commitment to advancing neurosurgical care is reflected through his innovation portfolio, which includes multiple patents pending in brain-computer interfaces, telemedicine, and robotic rehabilitation. Dr.
Al Belushi completed his Doctor of Medicine from Wright State University, graduating with top honors. He completed advanced fellowships at the University of Louisville and Johns Hopkins University, specializing in complex spine and peripheral nerve surgery. A Fellow of both the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (FAANS) and the American College of Surgeons (FACS), he is also a recipient of multiple international honors, including the Ajman Medal of Honor and the Distinguished International Arab Festival Award (DIAFA) in 2024.
A globally recognised breast cancer surgeon with 30+ years of experience and a pioneer of cryoablation, destroying tumours without traditional surgery.
Dr. Dennis R. Holmes is a globally recognized breast cancer surgeon, educator, and researcher with over 30 years of experience in the field. He is a pioneer in minimally invasive breast cancer treatments, particularly known for his work in cryoablation - a technique that freezes and destroys tumors without the need for traditional surgery.
Dr. Holmes has served as the Medical Director of the Sam and Grace Carvajal Comprehensive Breast Center at Adventist Health Glendale in Los Angeles, California, and has held leadership positions at several other institutions, including the Margie Petersen Breast Center at St. John's Health Center and the Los Angeles Center for Women's Health. He completed his medical education at Tulane University School of Medicine, followed by a general surgery residency at the University of California, San Francisco, and a breast surgery fellowship at the University of Southern California.
Dr. Holmes is also the founder and CEO of XpediteMD, Inc., a digital health technology company aimed at improving the efficiency, quality, and value of cancer care.
A board-certified surgeon turned longevity physician and founder of Sano Longevity, building systems-based models of metabolic and hormonal health.
Dr Meredith Sweeney is a board-certified surgeon and longevity medicine physician specialising in metabolic health, obesity-related disease, and preventive care. She earned her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed her General Surgery residency at the University of Louisville, followed by fellowship training in Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery. Over her career, she established herself as a leader in bariatric and minimally invasive surgery, including the adoption and training of robotic surgical techniques.
This experience provided deep insight into advanced metabolic disease and the limitations of reactive healthcare models. She later transitioned her focus toward preventive and longevity medicine. As Founder of Sano Longevity, she developed a systems-based care model integrating metabolic function, hormonal balance, and advanced diagnostics to enable early detection and long-term health optimisation.
She has a particular interest in women's health, focusing on perimenopause and menopause through an integrative, cardiometabolic and hormonal framework. At AverCare, Dr Sweeney contributes to the development of metabolic and longevity intelligence frameworks, supporting the translation of complex physiological data into structured models for AI-driven personalisation and preventive care.
A leading specialist physician and pioneer of integrative, functional and anti-aging medicine in South Africa, and founder of the Golding Institute.
Dr. Craige Golding is a leading specialist physician and pioneer in integrative, functional, and anti-aging medicine in South Africa. Graduating Cum Laude in Medicine in 1993, he became a specialist physician in 1999 and has since dedicated his career to advancing holistic healthcare approaches.
He is the founder and medical director of the Golding Institute, an educational platform offering accredited courses in integrative medicine to healthcare professionals. Dr. Golding integrates natural therapies, nutraceuticals, bio-identical hormones, intravenous treatments, and conventional medicine to optimize patient health.
A member of the AverCare Medical Board, he contributes senior clinical authority to the development and validation of integrative and regenerative medical frameworks.
A seasoned South African physician with 30+ years in private practice, focused on metabolic medicine, diabetes management and preventive care.
Dr. Schalk van Staden is a seasoned South African medical doctor with over 30 years of experience in private practice. He earned his MBChB degree from the University of Pretoria in 1996 and has since dedicated his career to providing compassionate, patient-centred care.
Dr. van Staden's medical practice is characterized by a holistic approach to wellness, integrating traditional medical practices with modern healthcare advancements. He has a particular interest in metabolic medicine, focusing on diabetes management and weight loss strategies.
A member of the AverCare Medical Board and Head of Metabolic, Preventive & General Medicine, he contributes clinical leadership across primary care, chronic disease management, and early-intervention strategies.
A board-certified paediatrician focused on child health, development and family-centred preventive care, and a trusted voice in clear health communication.
Dr Alok Patel is a board-certified pediatrician, medical journalist, and healthcare communication strategist whose work spans pediatric hospital medicine, public health storytelling, digital health innovation, and national medical media. He serves as Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Stanford University and Department Lead for Media Strategy at Stanford Children's Health. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Arizona College of Medicine and completed his pediatric residency at Seattle Children's Hospital.
He holds board certification in General Pediatrics through the American Board of Pediatrics, with academic and clinical appointments spanning Stanford University, the University of California San Francisco, and Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital. Internationally recognised for his leadership in medical communication, science storytelling and combating healthcare misinformation, he serves as a national medical correspondent and host of the health programme “Patel It Like It Is”, with media work spanning CNN, PBS, NBC News, WebMD and Medscape. He has advised and contributed to multiple digital health and patient-education platforms, including Medumo, later acquired by Philips, and serves on the Executive Committee of the American Academy of Pediatrics Council on Communication and Media.
At AverCare, Dr Patel contributes expertise across pediatrics, child health and evidence-based clinical care for infants, children and adolescents, supporting clinically informed pediatric frameworks, child-focused health pathways and family-centred wellness strategies across the AverCare ecosystem.
02 · Health & Wellness
Expertise across performance, recovery, nutrition, lifestyle, and human optimisation.
An internationally recognised leader in microbiome science, translating more than two decades of gut, immune and metabolic research into evidence-based clinical practice.
Kiran Krishnan is a research microbiologist, clinical researcher and internationally recognised leader in microbiome science. For more than two decades he has advanced the understanding of how the human microbiome influences immunity, metabolism, hormone regulation, healthy ageing and cognitive resilience, bridging cutting-edge discovery with practical clinical application. Trained in research microbiology at the University of Iowa, his work spans gut barrier integrity, immune regulation, metabolic health, women’s health and the gut-skin axis, making him one of the most influential educators and innovators in microbiome therapeutics.
As Co-Founder and former Chief Scientific Officer of Microbiome Labs, he helped pioneer the clinical adoption of spore-based probiotics, postbiotics and microbiome-targeted therapeutics. He currently serves as Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of EndoAxis Labs, Founder of The Biome Learning Center and Chief Science Officer of SIV Care, and is a named inventor on multiple U.S. and international patents. Having designed more than 35 human clinical trials and lectured to over 100,000 practitioners worldwide, at AverCare he guides the development of microbiome, gut health, immune resilience, metabolic optimisation and healthy-ageing frameworks, ensuring emerging science is translated into clinically responsible, AI-driven guidance.
An internationally recognised authority in women’s hormonal health, endocrinology and menopause medicine, with more than two decades advancing female health across the lifespan.
Dr Carrie Jones is an internationally recognised expert in women’s hormonal health, endocrinology, menopause medicine, and metabolic optimisation, with more than two decades of clinical, educational, and research experience. Widely regarded as a leading voice in functional and integrative hormone medicine, she has helped shape contemporary understanding of perimenopause, menopause, adrenal health, fertility, and healthy ageing. She earned her Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine from the National University of Natural Medicine, completed a Master of Public Health, and became one of the first practitioners board-certified through the American Board of Naturopathic Endocrinology, alongside Menopause Society Certified Practitioner status.
She helped establish the clinical and educational framework behind the globally recognised DUTCH hormone testing platform at Precision Analytical, later led medical education at Rupa Health, and currently serves as Chief Medical Officer of NuEthix Formulations. A sought-after international speaker and host of the Hello Hormones podcast, she educates clinicians worldwide on hormone health, menopause, metabolic medicine, and longevity science. At AverCare, Dr Jones guides the development of women’s hormonal health, perimenopause, menopause, metabolic wellness, and longevity frameworks, translating complex endocrine physiology into structured, clinically responsible models for AI-driven personalisation.
A globally recognised leader in longevity cuisine and integrative nutrition with 38+ years of culinary excellence, bridging gastronomy and science.
Silvena Rowe is a globally recognized leader in longevity-focused cuisine, biohacking, and integrative nutrition. With over 38 years of international culinary excellence, she is dedicated to advancing anti-aging and regenerative nutrition.
As a Senior Lecturer at the Geneva College of Longevity Science (GCLS) and Honorary Professor at the University of Food Technologies in the Balkans, she bridges culinary innovation with academic research. Her work pioneers the integration of nutrigenomics, functional foods, and biohacking principles into modern gastronomy, shaping the future of food for longevity and human performance.
A pioneering figure in alternative medicine and medical technology, developing frequency-based devices and natural formulations for complex conditions.
Dr Werner Vorster is a pioneering figure in alternative medicine and medical technology. As Founder and Chief Medical Officer, he combines deep scientific knowledge with innovative approaches to natural healing, holding a D.emed degree and certifications in nutrition, natural medication, and alternative science. Dr.
Vorster has developed groundbreaking treatments, including frequency-based devices and natural medicinal formulations, addressing complex conditions such as IBS, trigeminal neuralgia, multi-drug-resistant infections, and multiple myeloma. During the COVID-19 pandemic, his expertise helped maintain patient safety and operational continuity in critical environments. A visionary leader and researcher, Dr.
Vorster drives innovation while fostering collaboration and excellence among his teams. He is dedicated to redefining healthcare, making effective, natural healing accessible worldwide, and advancing the frontiers of medical technology.
An integrative practitioner and holistic life counsellor specialising in human behaviour, functional wellness and whole-person care.
Dr Carel-Piet van Eeden is an integrative practitioner and holistic life counsellor specialising in functional wellness, nutraceutical therapeutics, and systems-based health approaches. He holds a PhD in Holistic Life Counselling, supported by training in herbal medicine, nervous-system regulation, and integrative therapeutic care. He works alongside medical specialists in the development of clinical protocols, practitioner training, and integrative health programmes, contributing across metabolic, regenerative, and wellness-focused domains.
His experience includes supporting multidisciplinary care environments, with exposure to IV therapy settings, photobiomodulation, and frequency-based modalities. His areas of focus include neurodiversity, chronic fatigue, autoimmune support, metabolic optimisation, and resilience-based care, with an emphasis on translating complex biological and psychosocial concepts into practical, patient-centred interventions. At AverCare, Dr van Eeden contributes to the development of integrative wellness and whole-person care frameworks, supporting structured, safe, and scalable models for AI-driven health guidance.
A registered dietitian and nutrition scientist with three decades of experience, lecturing nutritional medicine while running a metabolic clinical practice.
Dr Martie de Wet is a registered dietitian and nutrition scientist specialising in metabolic health, cardiovascular risk, and clinical nutrition. She holds a Bachelor and Master of Science in Dietetics, as well as a Doctor of Technology in Biomedical Technology, with research focused on metabolic and cardiovascular risk markers. With over three decades of experience, she combines clinical practice, academic leadership, and scientific research.
She lectures Applied Nutrition and Nutritional Medicine at the University of Johannesburg, while maintaining a long-standing clinical practice focused on metabolic disease, gastrointestinal health, weight management, and nutrigenomics. Her work integrates evidence-based nutrition, advanced diagnostics, and personalised intervention strategies, with a strong emphasis on scientific validation and clinical applicability. At AverCare, Dr de Wet contributes to the development of nutrition and metabolic health frameworks, supporting the translation of complex nutritional science into structured, clinically responsible models for AI-driven personalisation.
A director and innovator in regenerative and cellular medicine with two decades advancing stem cell therapy, hormone optimisation and longevity programmes.
Karel S de Haas is a seasoned director and innovator in the field of regenerative and cellular medicine. With a foundational background in veterinary technology, he has dedicated over two decades to advancing therapeutic applications in both human and veterinary medicine.
Since 2010, he has been at the forefront of establishing and leading multiple ventures focused on stem cell therapy, hormone optimization, and longevity programs. His work encompasses clinical practice, pharmaceutical development, and research, with a particular emphasis on performance optimization for elite athletes and VIP clients.
De Haas is also a shareholder in Celerevive, contributing to the development of cellular medicine programs and applied longevity protocols.
A sport rehabilitation specialist integrating manual therapy, corrective exercise and nervous-system-focused recovery for return to movement.
Michael Mann is a sport rehabilitation and recovery specialist with expertise in injury rehabilitation, pain management, and post-surgical recovery. He holds a Bachelor of Social Sciences and Honours degree in Human Kinetics & Ergonomics from Rhodes University, along with a Personal Training Diploma from TUKS. He brings over a decade of experience in performance training across a wide demographic, focusing on strength development, body composition, and long-term physical resilience.
He later expanded into clinical rehabilitation, working with patients recovering from sports injuries, surgical procedures, chronic pain conditions, and inflammatory disorders. His approach integrates manual therapy, corrective exercise, and nervous-system-focused rehabilitation, addressing both mechanical and neurological contributors to pain and impaired movement. His work is further informed by personal experience in competitive sport and injury recovery, providing practical insight into return-to-function pathways.
At AverCare, Michael contributes to the development of rehabilitation, pain management, and recovery frameworks, supporting structured models for safe, scalable return to movement and long-term physical resilience.
Our medical board translates clinical mastery into trustworthy, evidence-aligned guidance. No generic algorithms, no shortcuts, and always a human expert behind the intelligence.
