Our editorial team

Every VidaBeacon article is written by qualified health writers and reviewed for accuracy by medical professionals. Meet the people behind our content.

Writers & editors

David Okafor, MPH

Health Journalist

David is a public-health journalist covering preventive medicine, fitness, and health policy.

Elena Marsh, MS, RDN

Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Elena is a registered dietitian specializing in evidence-based nutrition and chronic disease prevention.

Priya Nair, MD, MPH

Endocrinologist

Endocrinologist focused on diabetes and metabolic health.

Sarah Lindqvist

Senior Health Writer

Sarah writes about sleep, mental health, and everyday wellbeing.

Medical Review Board

Board-certified clinicians who review our content for medical accuracy.

James Whitfield, MD

Internal Medicine Physician

Board-certified internist reviewing general medical content for accuracy.

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Karen Alvarez, MD, NCMP

OB-GYN, Certified Menopause Practitioner

Board-certified OB-GYN and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (NCMP) focused on midlife women's health.

Michael Chen, MD

Psychiatrist

Psychiatrist reviewing mental-health content.

Priya Nair, MD, MPH

Endocrinologist

Endocrinologist focused on diabetes and metabolic health.