Our Doctors | Thriva

Dr Vishal Shah, MBBS MA (Cantab) MRCGP

Chief Medical Officer

Dr Vishal is a practising GP with 9 years of experience. He studied medicine at the University of Cambridge and completed his clinical training at University College Hospital London. He's interested in metabolic health and lifestyle medicine and is passionate about using simple tools and technology to help people live longer and feel happier.

Dr Jenny Williams, MBBS MRCP MRCGP (2021) Dip BSLM/IBLM

Clinical Operations Lead

Dr Jenny studied medicine at Newcastle University. Alongside Thriva, she works as a GP in London and enjoys using an evidence-based approach to lifestyle medicine, having completed the International Diploma in Lifestyle Medicine. She's passionate about empowering people to understand their health.

Dr Macarena Staudenmaier, MD MSc

Clinical Innovation Manager

Dr Macarena studied medicine at CEMIC University in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She has experience in Internal Medicine and completed an MSc in Global Health and Development at University College London. She’s passionate about lifestyle medicine and the role technology plays in public health.

Dr Nicole Harris, MBChB BSc (Hons), MRCGP

Clinical Operations Manager

Dr Nicole studied medicine at the University of Birmingham and completed her clinical training in London to become a GP. She also holds a BSc in Healthcare Law and Ethics, motivated by wanting to provide the best healthcare to all. She's excited by modern technology and how greater access to medical content influences health autonomy.

Dr Nadja Auerbach, MBBS BSc (Hons), Dip BSLM/IBLM

Clinical Innovation & Operations Manager

Dr Nadja studied medicine at Imperial College London and holds a BSc in Global Health. She has worked in the NHS across various specialities, including Acute Medicine and A&E. She is a certified Lifestyle Medicine physician having completed the International Diploma in Lifestyle Medicine, and is currently undertaking a master's degree in Nutritional Medicine. She's passionate about evidence-based nutrition and reducing the burden of chronic disease.

Sarah Deegan, MSc MA (Dub) BA (Mod)

Research Science Lead

Sarah studied biology at Trinity College Dublin and holds a master's degree in Stem Cells and Regeneration from the University of Bristol, later training as a bioengineer and working in industry research. She's interested in the intersection of health technology, data and systems, and translating the best scientific evidence to empower individuals to extend their health span.

Dr Noel Young, MBBS BSc (Hons)

Clinical Operations Associate

Dr Noel studied Medicine at Imperial College London, where he also completed a BSc in Biology. He has worked as a junior doctor in London, and before joining Thriva, he was training to be an anaesthetist. He’s passionate about lifestyle medicine, nutrition, and leveraging scientific research to promote preventative healthcare.

Our Reporting Doctors

To provide personalised GP support with every blood test, we have a team of around 20 practising NHS GPs. They review all test results and share advice in your online report.