Who’s behind Gut Brain Science?

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Doctors who have been working uniquely at the intersection between theoretical and applied microbiology and clinical practice for the treatment of gut-dysbiosis-related ailments — and a dedicated group of supporters, partners and others who have been drawn to the science and the clinical results.

The core team includes Medical Director, Dr Fi Lam, her practice management partner and a brand guardian and business strategy advisor — who work alongside participating Pharmacist, Mike Yang and co-creator, Gut Health Nutrition founder Karlene Georgiadis, who have both co-operated with Dr Lam for many years to help achieve positive patient outcomes. Her '9 Steps to Gut Greatness' give you a comprehensive guide to eating for gut wellness.

Microbiome testing is directed by Dr. Joshua Chou – a Harvard Medical School–trained academic and leader in regenerative medicine, biomedical technologies and translational innovation. Recognised as a Harvard Medical School Dean’s Scholar, he has built an international career spanning research, clinical translation, and advanced biotechnologies across the United States, Australia, and Japan. Dr. Chou integrates scientific rigour with practical healthcare solutions, focusing on AI-driven systems and next-generation therapeutic platforms.

Through Gut Brain Science, Dr. Chou brings his evidence-based, research-driven approach to microbiome testing. The platform is designed to deliver clinically meaningful insights into gut health and the gut–brain axis, combining advanced analytics with scientific precision to support personalised, data-informed health decisions.



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Dr Rufina Lam

Dr Rufina Lam

MHB (Imm), MBChB, DipSport Med, Cert Int Med (Qld), FRNZCGP, FRACGP, FACNEM

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Mike Yang

BPharm, Compounding Pharmacist

Karlene Georgiadis

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Dr Helena Johnston

Dr Helena Johnston

FRACMA

GBS sources faecal testing externally, recommends blood testing to be directed by General Practitioners or Physicians, and liaises with Gut Health Nutrition for meal advice. Foundational neutraceutical support is provided by Synergy Compounding Pharmacy, along with further interventions where directed by a clinician. Together, we work to deliver personalised guides for participants' Health Professionals, General Practitioners or Physicians to oversee the journey back to wellness, based on each individual's microbiota profile, state of health and state of mind.


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health experts and academics from far and wide who support the Gut Brain Science vision of bringing a systems medicine approach to human health via the gut-brain axis. These include Professor Donald D. Hoffman, renowned author and leader in cognitive sciences; Dr Albert Mensah, a world leader in treating bio-chemical imbalances, whose web site you will find here; and, Dr Wilson Petrushnko, a colo-rectal surgeon with a passion for robotics (click to see his web site here).



Don Hoffman

Emeritus Professor UC Irvine

Dr Albert Mensah

MD, BCIP, of Chicago

Dr Wilson Petrushnko

MBBS, FRACS (Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons), B.Hlth Sc (Bachelor of Health Science), and MPH (Master of Public Health)

Business services, brand, marketing and communications are handled by Idris Lane and Michael Kennedy. 

Research and educational support are delivered through Gut Health Science, a related not-for-profit.

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