Our Team
Meet the team
Meet The Experts Behind LyfeMD
The LyfeMD team, consisting of gastroenterologists, dietitians, kinesiologists, therapists, and health coaches, is led by Dr. Maitreyi Raman, MD, FRCPC, and Dr. Lorian Taylor, PhD, RD, who have decades of experience in nutrition and chronic disease management.
Our Founders
Dr. Lorian Taylor, PhD, RD
CEO, Co-founder
Dr. Lorian Taylor is a Registered Dietitian and clinical researcher, she has authored over 40 peer-reviewed publications focused on the role of diet, physical activity, and mindfulness in health. With over a decade of experience developing and leading multidisciplinary programs, Dr. Taylor is committed to advancing innovative, science-backed tools that empower individuals to take control of their health.
Dr. Maitreyi Raman, MD, FRCPC
Co-CEO, Co-founder
Dr. Maitreyi Raman is a gastroenterologist, nutrition specialist, and Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Calgary. Her work focuses on using diet, mindfulness, and lifestyle therapies to support patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease and other digestive conditions. She leads research and education that helps bring evidence-based care into everyday practice.
Dr. Puneeta Tandon MD, MSc, FRCPC
CMO, Co-founder
Dr. Puneeta Tandon is a gastroenterologist, hepatologist, and professor at the University of Alberta. She co-founded the Cirrhosis Care Clinic and co-leads AsCEND. A published researcher and speaker, she empowers patients with tools to manage stress and improve well-being through nutrition, exercise, and chronic disease symptom management.
Our Healthcare Team
Dr. Alex Egert, D.C., B.Sc.
Health Coach | Chiropractor | Kinesiologist
Alex is a chiropractor and health coach who specializes in exercise programming for inflammatory conditions. He created LyfeMD’s Motion is Lotion program and brings a practical, movement-based approach to care. Alex believes in empowering patients to play an active role in their health journey.
Brenda Braaten, RTC
Counsellor, Coach & Educator
Brenda is a trauma-informed counsellor with 20+ years of experience supporting emotional health and healing. She blends lived experience with professional insight, creating safe spaces for clients to navigate anxiety, IBS, perfectionism, and personal growth—with empathy, laughter, and depth.
Chelsey Berendse
Health Coach | Phytotherapy Specialist
Chelsey is a phytotherapy-trained health coach with a decade in wellness and six years of coaching experience. Her approach blends evidence-based care with lived experience of IBS, helping clients simplify and sustain change. She emphasizes the gut-brain connection and compassionate, personalized guidance.
Fatima Dhooma, BES, INHC
Certified Health Coach
Fatima blends nutrition coaching, cultural awareness, and mental health training to help clients build sustainable, real-world habits. With certifications in mental health first aid and a background in ethnocultural nutrition, she’s passionate about reconnecting people to their roots for better health.
Jackie Allen, RD, CDE
Registered Dietitian | Diabetes Educator
Jackie is a dietitian and certified diabetes educator offering virtual care across Canada. With expertise in inflammatory conditions and chronic disease, she supports clients in building realistic, sustainable nutrition plans. She brings experience from Indigenous health to urban virtual care settings.
Laurence Annez
Health Coach | Holistic Nutritionist
Laurence is a certified coach and holistic nutritionist helping women improve gut health, hormone balance, and emotional eating. With added training in EFT, NLP, and hypnotherapy, she blends science and intuition to support sustainable change. Her coaching style is warm, grounded, and empowering.
Leah Thompson, MA, MSW, RSW
Licensed Therapist | Gut-Focused Specialist
Leah is a registered therapist with over 12 years of experience supporting clients with IBD and chronic illness. She offers trauma-informed psychotherapy, gut-focused hypnotherapy, and clinical techniques like EMDR and CBT to help clients process trauma, reduce anxiety, and build resilience.
Natasha Haskey, RD, PhD
Chief Scientific Advisor
Natasha Haskey, RD, PhD, Chief Scientific Advisor, LyfeMD, is a microbiome expert with 25+ years’ experience studying diet-microbiome interactions in digestive diseases, specializing in personalized nutrition for IBD. She’s co-author of Gut Microbiota: Interactive Effects on Health and Nutrition.
Sienna Borrelli, RD
Registered Dietitian
Sienna is a compassionate, evidence-based dietitian with experience in both acute and primary care. She supports clients in building a healthy, lasting relationship with food through personalized plans rooted in flexibility, mindfulness, and meaningful change. Her focus areas include chronic disease management, women’s health, and emotional eating.
Our Executive Team
Jack Cochran, HBA, B.E.Sc
Product & Technical Lead
Jack holds degrees in Software Engineering and Business Administration from Western University and the Ivey School of Business. At LyfeMD, he leads product vision and technical strategy, drawing on his experience across software development, analytics, and business operations to optimize digital care delivery for patients.
Charles Corlett
VP of Programs
As program lead, Charles has driven LyfeMD’s growth through strategic planning and acclaimed initiatives. He advised an overseas government on a nationwide educational coaching program, shaping policies and execution strategies. He manages a team focused on enhancing delivery quality and ensuring standards of excellence.
Steven Pilz
Executive Advisor, Strategy & Innovation
Steven is a seasoned business leader with deep expertise in strategy, sales, and the implementation of innovative technologies. With a background in consulting and market development across healthcare and other industries, he brings a practical, results-driven approach to supporting LyfeMD’s growth and strategic direction.
Robert Urbanowski
Head of Growth & Marketing
Robert Urbanowski is a strategic brand and marketing consultant with 15+ years of experience helping startups and healthtech companies grow. At LyfeMD, he leads marketing and sales strategy, leveraging his expertise in brand positioning, strategic communications, and business development to drive revenue growth and establish strong market presence.
Rob Bevis, B.Comm (M.I.S.), MBA
CFO
Rob joined LyfeMD as CFO in 2023, bringing 20+ years of leadership scaling startups and managing international ventures. He oversees finance, accounting, legal, and governance, driving innovation in digital health. Rob holds a B.Comm (Information Systems) from the University of Manitoba and an MBA from the University of Calgary.
Roslyn Scholten
Healthcare Sales
Roslyn blends her strong sales background and passion for lifestyle medicine at LyfeMD, partnering with clinics, specialists, and pharma to deliver evidence-based solutions. Her integrative health and business expertise enhances patient engagement, drives growth, and makes her a trusted collaborator in advancing comprehensive care among healthcare professionals.
