Our Team

MEDICAL DIRECTOR and Founder

Philip Ovadia, MD

TAKE MY QUIZ TO FIND OUT IF YOU ARE METABOLICALLY HEALTHY.


Dr. Philip Ovadia is the Medical Director and Founder of Ovadia Heart Health, where he is committed to revolutionizing heart disease prevention and treatment through dietary and lifestyle modifications.

After facing his own health challenges as an overweight child and adult—even as a cardiac surgeon—Dr. Ovadia transformed his health by questioning conventional dietary advice and embracing a low-carbohydrate, animal-based diet. This personal journey shed 100 pounds and inspired his mission to educate others on achieving optimal metabolic health without reliance on medication.

Dr. Ovadia grew up in New York and holds degrees from Pennsylvania State University and Jefferson Medical College. His extensive medical training includes a General Surgery residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and a Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship at Tufts – New England Medical School. He practiced cardiothoracic surgery in multiple states before founding Ovadia Cardiothoracic Surgery in 2020 and subsequently launching Ovadia Heart Health.

He is the author of the successful book Stay Off My Operating Table, which has sold more than 45,000 copies, guiding readers to better metabolic health through diet and lifestyle changes. 

Dr. Ovadia resides in Florida with his wife and two daughters, continuing to share his expertise and personal story to inspire healthier lives. Read more.


Scott Gingold, COO at Ovadia Heart Health

CHIEF OPERATing OFFICER

Scott Gingold

Scott Gingold brings decades of experience building, scaling, and exiting businesses across healthcare, cybersecurity, logistics, financial services, and more. As COO of Ovadia Heart Health and IFixHearts, he leads the operational and growth strategy behind the mission to prevent one million heart attacks annually.

BY THE NUMBERS
Decades of building & exiting businesses across industries
7+ businesses founded and successfully exited
1M heart attacks the OHH mission aims to prevent

MISSION
"Joining Ovadia Heart Health and IFixHearts is an extraordinary opportunity to apply everything I have built over my career to a mission that genuinely saves lives. The foundation Dr. Ovadia and this team have built is exceptional."

NURSE PRACTITIONER

Lisa Simmons

Lisa Simmons, NP, CKNS, has more than 30 years of experience in healthcare. She brings a deep focus on proactive measures, emphasizing lifestyle changes and nutrition to help improve metabolic health.

Lisa received an MSN from the University of Alabama in Huntsville, in Acute Care. She has furthered her knowledge by getting certified as a Ketogenic Nutrition Specialist. She draws from her professional expertise and personal health journey to help educate on metabolic health.

She demystifies complex lab data including key health indicators such as insulin resistance and inflammation. Educating on how to improve markers and overall health through sustainable lifestyle adjustments. Additionally, Lisa’s expertise in male and female hormone health offers targeted support for issues often overlooked in traditional healthcare.

She resides in Kentucky. She has 3 grown children and 4 grandchildren. She loves to travel, spend time with her family and continue to work on her own health.

MEDICAL

Chris C Cornell, Health Couch at IFixHearts.com and Ovadia Heart Health

Health COach

Chris S Cornell

Chris helps patients build practical, sustainable strategies to improve metabolic health, fitness and quality of life. After losing 80 pounds through a well-formulated low-carbohydrate diet, he now draws from his own transformation and coaching training to help patients strengthen foundational habits, including nutrition, resistance training, movement, sleep and consistency. He is an accredited Metabolic Health Practitioner and Certified Master Health Coach.

HEALTH COACH

Krisna Hanks

Krisna Hanks brings decades of experience in health, fitness, dance, and worksite wellness, with more than 30 years coaching across the USA, Europe, and Asia. She is a Certified Metabolic Health Practitioner with an MS in Kinesiology from Indiana University and an MBA from the University of San Francisco. Krisna is also a Low-Carb/Ketogenic Coach Practitioner™ through Nutrition Network and co-founder of Square 1 Wellness. She lives in Arizona and enjoys hiking and outdoor life.

HEALTH COACH

Jen Cleveland

Jen Cleveland is a Registered Dietitian with more than 30 years of experience helping clients improve metabolic health, including diabetes, obesity, and fatty liver disease. She holds a BS in Nutrition and a Master’s Degree in Medical Science from Indiana University School of Medicine. Jen is passionate about using food as medicine and supports a low-carb approach that reduces cravings and improves long-term health. She lives in Indiana and enjoys family time, gardening, travel, and the outdoors.

Health Coach at ifixhearts

HEALTH COACH

Kelsey Buchalter

Kelsey Buchalter is a Nutrition Network Practitioner (NNP), Sankofa Peer Recovery Coach, TEDx Speaker, host of “The Human Theatre” Podcast, Singer-songwriter and Actor. After navigating her way through severe Anorexia, Bulimia and Anxiety, she has become passionately outspoken about lifestyle interventions in the treatment and prevention of chronic dis-ease. Her biggest inspiration is the body’s innate ability to heal itself, when put in the right environment to do so.

OPERATIONS

DiRECTOR OF OPERATIONS 

Renée Trask

Renée Trask is often referred to as the “glue” of the company, seamlessly holding teams, projects, and people together. With a talent for organization and a steady, solutions-oriented mindset, she ensures that operations run smoothly behind the scenes. Known for her reliability and collaborative spirit, Renée plays a vital role in keeping everyone aligned, supported, and moving forward with clarity and purpose.

Outside of work Renée loves raising her kids in the farmland of Pennsylvania.

 Practice Manager  

 Jackie 

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Metabolic Health CoOrdinator

Abigail Zells

Abigail Zells serves as the essential link between patients and their health journeys.

With over a decade of experience in healthcare, Abigail expertly guides patients by connecting them with the right resources, whether it be coaches or direct care with Dr. Ovadia. Her role encompasses patient management, coordinating care, and ensuring each member receives personalized attention.


Metabolic Health Concierge

Metabolic Health Concierge

Jake Mercado

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Metabolic Health Concierge

 Mikole Annandono

Mikole “Mikk” Annandono brings more than 20 years of experience in client relations, operations, and program management to the I Fix Hearts team. As a Metabolic Health Concierge, she helps patients navigate their care journey by connecting them with the right resources, coaches, and support. Known for her communication skills, empathy, and patient-first approach, Mikk creates a seamless and supportive experience for both patients and the internal team.

Metabolic Health Concierge

Nick Borgé

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