
The Nutriex Science Panel: Meet the Experts Behind Our Formulations
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Introduction
At Nutriex, our commitment to research-based nutritional supplements is upheld by our distinguished Science Panel. This team of experts from diverse medical and scientific backgrounds ensures our formulations remain at the forefront of nutritional science. Their combined expertise guides our mission to empower individuals with the highest quality supplements for preventive health and optimal wellbeing.
Our Collaborative Approach
The Nutriex Science Panel takes an active role in optimizing health and preventing disease. As well-recognized leaders in their respective specialties, their familiarity with the latest research guides us in our mission of continually improving our products. With an evaluation and reformulation of each of our products approximately every three years, this group is instrumental in guiding our comprehensive approach towards optimizing health.
This multidisciplinary approach ensures that Nutriex products provide balanced nutritional support that promotes long-term wellness and helps eliminate unnecessary pharmaceutical interventions.
Nutriex's commitment to scientific excellence is further demonstrated by our collaboration with top athletes through our Athlete Advisory Panel, which provides valuable feedback on how our products perform under the rigorous demands of elite competition. This real-world testing complements our scientific research, resulting in products that effectively support active lifestyles at all levels.
The Founders

Dr. Thomas Rosenberg, MD - An innovative orthopedic surgeon who co-founded Nutriex in 1999 after recognizing the limitations of pharmaceutical approaches to joint health. As a knee specialist and preventive health researcher, Dr. Rosenberg developed Nutriex to address his own wear-and-tear arthritis through natural anti-inflammatory and joint nutrition pathways.
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Kathleen Deffner, MS - A dedicated bioengineer and medical research consultant whose expertise has been crucial to Nutriex's development. Her scientific background ensures that Nutriex formulations meet rigorous standards while effectively addressing nutritional needs for optimal health.
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 - Chair and CEO of the Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah School of Medicine. After observing that existing dry eye syndrome treatments weren't healing the condition, Dr. Olson developed the Nutriex Omega-3 Fish Oil formulation, demonstrating his commitment to nutritional solutions for eye health.
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Science Panel Members

Steve Johnson, PhD - As former Executive Director of the Hybi Sports Medicine & Performance Center at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, Dr. Johnson contributes valuable knowledge about nutritional science and its effects on human physiological systems.
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Dan Carr, MD - An orthopedist specializing in sports medicine, Dr. Carr brings essential expertise in joint health and athletic performance, ensuring Nutriex products effectively support musculoskeletal wellness.
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Harry Hill, MD, PhD - With specializations in pathology, immunology, infectious diseases, and clinical laboratory medicine at the University of Utah, Dr. Hill provides critical insights into how nutrition impacts immune function and overall health.
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Cambria Judd McGee, MD - Director of Beyond Functional Medicine, Dr. McGee brings a holistic perspective to nutritional supplementation, focusing on how nutrients support overall body function and wellness.
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Cynthia Levinthal, MBA - With expertise in molecular and cell therapy research and diagnostic testing, Levinthal ensures Nutriex formulations are grounded in sound molecular science and effective nutrient delivery.
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Tara Muhr - Contributes valuable expertise to the panel's collaborative approach to nutritional supplement development.
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Kim Wheelwright - A formulation specialist whose technical expertise ensures that Nutriex products are effectively formulated for optimal absorption and efficacy.
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JD Ethington, PA-C - Specializing in cardiology, Ethington provides insights into heart health and how proper nutrition supports cardiovascular wellness.
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