Medical Review Board

Every educational page on MagnaMetabolic is written by our editorial team and reviewed by a qualified clinician before publication, then re-reviewed on a defined cadence.

Written by MagnaMetabolic Editorial Team Medically reviewed by Ariel Ortiz, MD — Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery Last reviewed: June 7, 2026

Reviewers

Ariel Ortiz, MD, FACS, FASMBS — Bariatric & Metabolic Surgeon — Editorial Lead
Founder of the Obesity Control Center. Member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO). Reviews surgical and metabolic-surgery content.
Endocrinology Reviewer (TBA) — Board-certified Endocrinology
Reviews content on diabetes pharmacotherapy, GLP-1 receptor agonists, thyroid disease, and hormonal regulation. Profile pending publication.
Hepatology Reviewer (TBA) — Board-certified Hepatology
Reviews content on MASLD/MASH, noninvasive fibrosis assessment, and cirrhosis. Profile pending publication.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (TBA) — RDN — Nutrition Reviewer
Reviews nutrition and behavioral content for evidence consistency and clarity. Profile pending publication.

How review works

New content drafts undergo medical review prior to publication. Existing articles are re-reviewed at minimum annually, or sooner if a relevant guideline, randomized trial, or regulatory change is identified. The "Last reviewed" date on each article reflects the most recent review.

Disclosures

Reviewers disclose financial relationships relevant to their review topics. The site is operated by the Obesity Control Center (OCC) and is part of the OCC & Ariel Center Metabolic Health Network. Educational content is not influenced by advertising partners.