Discover Regional Thought Leaders
Kate Lee-Young
CRNP, DNP
Kate Lee-Young, DNP, MS, CRNP is a board-certified Adult/Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner specializing in Hepatology and Transplant Hepatology at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore. She earned her MSN and Doctor of Nursing Practice degrees from the University of Maryland and completed an NP Fellowship in Gastroenterology and Hepatology at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. She has a special interest in Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD) and Metabolic Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH) along with obesity management and holds a Certificate of Advanced Education in Obesity Medicine through the Obesity Medicine Association.
Lucy Matthew
NP
Lucy Mathew, NP, is a nurse practitioner at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, specializing in providing expert care for patients with complex medical conditions. With a focus on personalized treatment and patient education, she is dedicated to improving health outcomes through evidence-based practices.
Gabriella McCarty
NP-C
Gabriella McCarty is a gastroenterology/hepatology nurse practitioner. She obtained her masters and nurse practitioner degree at Case Western Reserve University in 2004. She has been practicing in this field for 26 years. She serves as faculty for Gastroenterology/ Hepatology Advanced Practice Providers (GHAPP) and is an American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) committee member, serving on the education subcommittee. She will be completing her doctorate of nursing in May 2025. She loves all aspects of GI / Hepatology, education and nursing.
Alison Moe
PA-C
Alison S. Moe, MS, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant specializing in gastroenterology at United Digestive's Braselton office in Hoschton, Georgia. She earned her Master of Science in Medical Education from Seton Hall University and a Bachelor of Arts in Physical Anthropology from the State University of New York at Stony Brook. Alison is fluent in Spanish and has a special interest in treating irritable bowel syndrome and liver disease. With almost two decades of experience as a Physician Assistant, Alison has developed a strong foundation in both clinical practice and research, particularly in the fields of gastroenterology and hepatology. Alison's dedication to patient care includes extensive clinical hours, allowing her to cultivate deep relationships with patients as well as national experts caring for individuals, especially those suffering from inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and advanced liver disease. Alison's commitment to advancing the understanding and treatment of these conditions drives my clinical practice and ongoing research efforts, aiming to provide the highest standard of care for my patients.
Christie Morrison
AGACNP-BC
Christie Morrison, AGACNP-BC, is a nurse practitioner at Oshi Health, specializing in virtual GI care and managing a team of GI providers. With extensive experience in inflammatory bowel disease, she also works part-time at Texas Digestive Disease Center in San Antonio.
Jill Olmstead
DNP, ANP-BC, FAANP
Jill Olmstead, ANP, MSN, is a gastroenterology nurse practitioner with Providence St. Jude Heritage Medical Group in Fullerton, California. She specializes in diagnosing and managing gastrointestinal disorders, offering compassionate, evidence-based care to improve patient outcomes.
Oyin Penny
MSN, FNP
Oyin Penny is a dedicated and experienced Nurse practitioner in Hepatology and Gastroenterology with a passion for providing comprehensive care to patients with various gastrointestinal disorders and liver disease. Oyin has 13+ years of clinical experience. She has an expertise in managing patients in conditions such as Steatotic liver disease (metabolic liver disease), chronic liver disease, hepatitis (acute or chronic), inflammatory bowel disease and functional GI disorders in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She actively collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to ensure her patients receive the best quality care. Oyin is committed to a patient-centered care, with emphasis on education, disease prevention, and lifestyle modifications to improve health outcomes. In addition to clinical experience, Oyin is passionate about patient advocacy and mentorship. She is currently a Mentor for APPs for the ACG and also initiated and leads the KC Gut club for APPs in GI and Hepatology in the Kansas City area.
Emily Przybyl
PA-C
Emily Przybyl is a physician assistant who specializes in gastroenterology and hepatology at Erie County Medical Center in Buffalo, NY. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences and Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at Daemen University in Amherst, NY. She has over 5 years experience in her field and has a special interest in treating patients with MASLD/MASH.
Lisa Richards
MSN, FNP-BC, AF-AASLD
Lisa Richards is a highly experienced Family Nurse Practitioner at the University of California, San Diego Health System. She earned her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Nursing, graduating magna cum laude, from the University of San Diego. With over 22 years of experience in Hepatology, Lisa has developed specialized expertise in MASLD (Metabolic Associated Steatotic Liver Disease) and its related research. She currently serves as the Assistant Director of Clinical Operations at the MASLD Research Center, where she plays a pivotal role in advancing the field. A dedicated member of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD), Lisa has been honored with the prestigious title of Associate Fellow, recognizing her excellence and leadership in Hepatology. In addition to her clinical and research work, Lisa is an active speaker and thought leader in her field. She has presented at esteemed events such as the AASLD Annual Meeting, Global Hepatology and Advanced Practice Providers (GHAPPP), and various local and regional conferences, sharing her deep knowledge and insights into Hepatology. Known for her leadership and expertise, Lisa Richards is widely regarded as a key figure in advancing MASLD research and Hepatology care.
Sharon Rimon
NP
During her dozen years at AZ Gastro Care, Sharon has responsibilities for both patient care and administration, seeing all types of gastroenterology patients and overseeing tasks such as credentialing, staffing, and contracting. Her clinical passion is Inflammatory Bowel Disease and she spends much of her time educating, treating, and enhancing patient outcomes. Patient advocacy is another strength that she brings to the table, making sure that the patient’s quality of life is addressed. She brings with her a wide range of nursing experience including home health, inpatient telemetry, and critical care and nursing director.