MAST Research Program
@mastprogram.bsky.social
Medically Associated Science and Technology Program at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
A multidisciplinary team studying the human gut microbiome and finding new ways to help patients
A multidisciplinary team studying the human gut microbiome and finding new ways to help patients
🚀 At MAST, we’re exploring how the small bowel microbiome shapes metabolic diseases like Type 2 diabetes — supporting Cedars-Sinai’s 34 years of ADA-accredited excellence in diabetes care. 💙 #NationalDiabetesAwarenessMonth #MASTProgram #Diabetes #CedarsSinai
November 10, 2025 at 8:54 PM
🚀 At MAST, we’re exploring how the small bowel microbiome shapes metabolic diseases like Type 2 diabetes — supporting Cedars-Sinai’s 34 years of ADA-accredited excellence in diabetes care. 💙 #NationalDiabetesAwarenessMonth #MASTProgram #Diabetes #CedarsSinai
🎥 New video abstract now live on MAST’s YouTube!
We break down our JCEM publication analyzing small bowel microbes and long-term SIBO risk in people with hypothyroidism and autoimmune thyroiditis.
Watch for a quick visual overview 🔍📈
#MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #SIBO #Microbiome
We break down our JCEM publication analyzing small bowel microbes and long-term SIBO risk in people with hypothyroidism and autoimmune thyroiditis.
Watch for a quick visual overview 🔍📈
#MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #SIBO #Microbiome
November 6, 2025 at 9:19 PM
🎥 New video abstract now live on MAST’s YouTube!
We break down our JCEM publication analyzing small bowel microbes and long-term SIBO risk in people with hypothyroidism and autoimmune thyroiditis.
Watch for a quick visual overview 🔍📈
#MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #SIBO #Microbiome
We break down our JCEM publication analyzing small bowel microbes and long-term SIBO risk in people with hypothyroidism and autoimmune thyroiditis.
Watch for a quick visual overview 🔍📈
#MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #SIBO #Microbiome
The ACG Annual Meeting kicks off today! 🚨 The MAST Team is in Phoenix sharing cutting-edge GI research on the gut microbiome, diet, and digestive health. 🌵🔥 Catch quick video synopses on the MAST YouTube channel for key insights! 🎥 #ACG2025 #MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #Microbiome #IBS #SIBO
October 24, 2025 at 6:18 PM
The ACG Annual Meeting kicks off today! 🚨 The MAST Team is in Phoenix sharing cutting-edge GI research on the gut microbiome, diet, and digestive health. 🌵🔥 Catch quick video synopses on the MAST YouTube channel for key insights! 🎥 #ACG2025 #MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #Microbiome #IBS #SIBO
October is National Health Literacy Month 💡—a reminder that clear, accurate health info empowers patients to make informed choices.
GI health is often misunderstood, but at the MAST Program, we’re uncovering how the gut connects to every aspect of wellbeing. 🩺📚
#HealthLiteracy #MASTProgram
GI health is often misunderstood, but at the MAST Program, we’re uncovering how the gut connects to every aspect of wellbeing. 🩺📚
#HealthLiteracy #MASTProgram
October 16, 2025 at 6:42 PM
October is National Health Literacy Month 💡—a reminder that clear, accurate health info empowers patients to make informed choices.
GI health is often misunderstood, but at the MAST Program, we’re uncovering how the gut connects to every aspect of wellbeing. 🩺📚
#HealthLiteracy #MASTProgram
GI health is often misunderstood, but at the MAST Program, we’re uncovering how the gut connects to every aspect of wellbeing. 🩺📚
#HealthLiteracy #MASTProgram
The American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) Annual Meeting is almost here! 🚨 Join us in Phoenix, AZ, as the MAST Team shares new research with GI experts from around the world. 🌵
Can’t attend? Watch brief video recaps on our MAST YouTube channel.
#ACG2025 #MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #Microbiome
Can’t attend? Watch brief video recaps on our MAST YouTube channel.
#ACG2025 #MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #Microbiome
October 15, 2025 at 8:58 PM
The American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) Annual Meeting is almost here! 🚨 Join us in Phoenix, AZ, as the MAST Team shares new research with GI experts from around the world. 🌵
Can’t attend? Watch brief video recaps on our MAST YouTube channel.
#ACG2025 #MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #Microbiome
Can’t attend? Watch brief video recaps on our MAST YouTube channel.
#ACG2025 #MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #Microbiome
Dr. Mark Pimentel joined Dr. De Latour on SiriusXM’s “Internal Medicine” to dive into SIBO, IBO, and gut health. 🎙️
He even took live calls from listeners—always great to connect with people passionate about gut health.
Catch the full convo on the SiriusXM app! 📲
#InternalMedicine #MASTProgram
He even took live calls from listeners—always great to connect with people passionate about gut health.
Catch the full convo on the SiriusXM app! 📲
#InternalMedicine #MASTProgram
October 13, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Dr. Mark Pimentel joined Dr. De Latour on SiriusXM’s “Internal Medicine” to dive into SIBO, IBO, and gut health. 🎙️
He even took live calls from listeners—always great to connect with people passionate about gut health.
Catch the full convo on the SiriusXM app! 📲
#InternalMedicine #MASTProgram
He even took live calls from listeners—always great to connect with people passionate about gut health.
Catch the full convo on the SiriusXM app! 📲
#InternalMedicine #MASTProgram
Big week at the MAST Research Program! 🎉 We were honored to host Dr. Peter Slavin, President & CEO of Cedars-Sinai. Grateful for leadership that takes the time to engage with and champion the innovative teams driving the future of healthcare. 💡
#MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #Microbiome #IBS #SIBO #IMO
#MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #Microbiome #IBS #SIBO #IMO
October 7, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Big week at the MAST Research Program! 🎉 We were honored to host Dr. Peter Slavin, President & CEO of Cedars-Sinai. Grateful for leadership that takes the time to engage with and champion the innovative teams driving the future of healthcare. 💡
#MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #Microbiome #IBS #SIBO #IMO
#MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #Microbiome #IBS #SIBO #IMO
Meet Seis! 🎉 We’re excited to welcome him to MAST as our new Program/Project Coordinator. Previously with the Cedars-Sinai Accelerator, Seis supported health-tech startups. Fun fact: he’s the sixth in his namesake line—will there be a siete?
#MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #Microbiome
#MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #Microbiome
October 6, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Meet Seis! 🎉 We’re excited to welcome him to MAST as our new Program/Project Coordinator. Previously with the Cedars-Sinai Accelerator, Seis supported health-tech startups. Fun fact: he’s the sixth in his namesake line—will there be a siete?
#MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #Microbiome
#MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #Microbiome
It’s #PCOSAwarenessMonth!💪
In one of our #ENDO2025 abstracts, we found that a common gut bacterium can trigger PCOS-like changes in rats & those effects reversed once the bacteria were removed
🔍 These findings bring us closer to understanding the biology behind PCOS and finding new treatment options
In one of our #ENDO2025 abstracts, we found that a common gut bacterium can trigger PCOS-like changes in rats & those effects reversed once the bacteria were removed
🔍 These findings bring us closer to understanding the biology behind PCOS and finding new treatment options
September 26, 2025 at 7:09 PM
It’s #PCOSAwarenessMonth!💪
In one of our #ENDO2025 abstracts, we found that a common gut bacterium can trigger PCOS-like changes in rats & those effects reversed once the bacteria were removed
🔍 These findings bring us closer to understanding the biology behind PCOS and finding new treatment options
In one of our #ENDO2025 abstracts, we found that a common gut bacterium can trigger PCOS-like changes in rats & those effects reversed once the bacteria were removed
🔍 These findings bring us closer to understanding the biology behind PCOS and finding new treatment options
🌟 #WomeninMedicineMonth Spotlight 🌟
We’re proud to feature Jane Lim, MD, a dedicated GI Motility Specialist at @cedarssinai.bsky.social. She shares her inspiring perspective 👇
💜 Thank you, Dr. Lim, for your leadership, compassion, and for breaking barriers in the field of gastroenterology!
We’re proud to feature Jane Lim, MD, a dedicated GI Motility Specialist at @cedarssinai.bsky.social. She shares her inspiring perspective 👇
💜 Thank you, Dr. Lim, for your leadership, compassion, and for breaking barriers in the field of gastroenterology!
September 19, 2025 at 3:26 AM
🌟 #WomeninMedicineMonth Spotlight 🌟
We’re proud to feature Jane Lim, MD, a dedicated GI Motility Specialist at @cedarssinai.bsky.social. She shares her inspiring perspective 👇
💜 Thank you, Dr. Lim, for your leadership, compassion, and for breaking barriers in the field of gastroenterology!
We’re proud to feature Jane Lim, MD, a dedicated GI Motility Specialist at @cedarssinai.bsky.social. She shares her inspiring perspective 👇
💜 Thank you, Dr. Lim, for your leadership, compassion, and for breaking barriers in the field of gastroenterology!
MAST’s newest study highlights that bacteria found in subjects with hypothyroidism + SIBO differ from those with #SIBO alone, suggesting unique microbial signatures between the two groups
Commenting on the results shown in Figure 7, lead author Margaret Wei, MD, explains 👇
doi.org/10.1210/clin...
Commenting on the results shown in Figure 7, lead author Margaret Wei, MD, explains 👇
doi.org/10.1210/clin...
September 16, 2025 at 6:47 PM
MAST’s newest study highlights that bacteria found in subjects with hypothyroidism + SIBO differ from those with #SIBO alone, suggesting unique microbial signatures between the two groups
Commenting on the results shown in Figure 7, lead author Margaret Wei, MD, explains 👇
doi.org/10.1210/clin...
Commenting on the results shown in Figure 7, lead author Margaret Wei, MD, explains 👇
doi.org/10.1210/clin...
🌟 #WomeninMedicineMonth Spotlight 🌟
This month, we honor the trailblazing women shaping the future of healthcare. @ruchimathurmd.bsky.social a physician-scientist at MAST & endocrinologist @cedarssinai.bsky.social shares what drives her
💜 Thank you for paving the way for future women in medicine!
This month, we honor the trailblazing women shaping the future of healthcare. @ruchimathurmd.bsky.social a physician-scientist at MAST & endocrinologist @cedarssinai.bsky.social shares what drives her
💜 Thank you for paving the way for future women in medicine!
September 9, 2025 at 6:09 PM
🌟 #WomeninMedicineMonth Spotlight 🌟
This month, we honor the trailblazing women shaping the future of healthcare. @ruchimathurmd.bsky.social a physician-scientist at MAST & endocrinologist @cedarssinai.bsky.social shares what drives her
💜 Thank you for paving the way for future women in medicine!
This month, we honor the trailblazing women shaping the future of healthcare. @ruchimathurmd.bsky.social a physician-scientist at MAST & endocrinologist @cedarssinai.bsky.social shares what drives her
💜 Thank you for paving the way for future women in medicine!
JUST published!!! 🚨
Remember our oral abstract at ENDO2025? Well the full study is now published in JCEM🎉
This study explores how endocrine health may shape microbial pathways💡
doi.org/10.1210/clin...
Remember our oral abstract at ENDO2025? Well the full study is now published in JCEM🎉
This study explores how endocrine health may shape microbial pathways💡
doi.org/10.1210/clin...
September 5, 2025 at 8:37 PM
JUST published!!! 🚨
Remember our oral abstract at ENDO2025? Well the full study is now published in JCEM🎉
This study explores how endocrine health may shape microbial pathways💡
doi.org/10.1210/clin...
Remember our oral abstract at ENDO2025? Well the full study is now published in JCEM🎉
This study explores how endocrine health may shape microbial pathways💡
doi.org/10.1210/clin...
📚 In honor of back-to-school season, we want to hear from you! What questions do you have about the #microbiome or the research happening here at MAST? Reply with your questions ⬇️ and our team will try our best to answer 🤓
August 27, 2025 at 7:53 PM
📚 In honor of back-to-school season, we want to hear from you! What questions do you have about the #microbiome or the research happening here at MAST? Reply with your questions ⬇️ and our team will try our best to answer 🤓
In a feature with the @nypost.com , MAST’s @alirezaiemd.bsky.social explains why a lesser-known gut disorder (SIBO) is often misdiagnosed as IBS & what clues might tip you off it’s something else. Check out the article to learn how spot the differences!
nypost.com/2025/04/30/h...
nypost.com/2025/04/30/h...
Is it really IBS? This lesser-known stomach issue is often misdiagnosed and can cause nausea and toilet problems
Gastroenterologist Dr. Ali Rezaie explains why this gut disorder is so hard to spot – and which symptoms to look out for.
nypost.com
August 27, 2025 at 4:19 AM
In a feature with the @nypost.com , MAST’s @alirezaiemd.bsky.social explains why a lesser-known gut disorder (SIBO) is often misdiagnosed as IBS & what clues might tip you off it’s something else. Check out the article to learn how spot the differences!
nypost.com/2025/04/30/h...
nypost.com/2025/04/30/h...
Hydrogen sulfide. Methane. Gut microbes. 🦠
🎥 JUST dropped: an animated breakdown of our latest paper on hydrogen sulfide & methane in breath tests and what they reveal about the microbes living in our small intestine
Full video:
youtu.be/qu4RUOFYW3s?...
🎥 JUST dropped: an animated breakdown of our latest paper on hydrogen sulfide & methane in breath tests and what they reveal about the microbes living in our small intestine
Full video:
youtu.be/qu4RUOFYW3s?...
H2S and CH4 on Breath Test Correlate with Small Intestinal Hydrogen Sulfide Producers & Methanogens
YouTube video by Mark Pimentel and MAST Program
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August 15, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Hydrogen sulfide. Methane. Gut microbes. 🦠
🎥 JUST dropped: an animated breakdown of our latest paper on hydrogen sulfide & methane in breath tests and what they reveal about the microbes living in our small intestine
Full video:
youtu.be/qu4RUOFYW3s?...
🎥 JUST dropped: an animated breakdown of our latest paper on hydrogen sulfide & methane in breath tests and what they reveal about the microbes living in our small intestine
Full video:
youtu.be/qu4RUOFYW3s?...
Happy Healthcare Heroes Week!! 🦸♀️🦸 From the clinic to the lab, our team works tirelessly to study the microbiome’s role in health and disease. Thank you to the healthcare heroes at MAST who turn research into better patient care! 🌟
August 13, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Happy Healthcare Heroes Week!! 🦸♀️🦸 From the clinic to the lab, our team works tirelessly to study the microbiome’s role in health and disease. Thank you to the healthcare heroes at MAST who turn research into better patient care! 🌟
83% of Americans check their poop and doctors say that’s a GOOD thing? In a recent article, MAST’s @markpimentelmd.bsky.social shared why giving your toilet bowl a glance matters
Your bathroom habits can reveal important clues about digestive health, thyroid & more
www.health.com/americans-ch...
Your bathroom habits can reveal important clues about digestive health, thyroid & more
www.health.com/americans-ch...
August 5, 2025 at 9:02 PM
83% of Americans check their poop and doctors say that’s a GOOD thing? In a recent article, MAST’s @markpimentelmd.bsky.social shared why giving your toilet bowl a glance matters
Your bathroom habits can reveal important clues about digestive health, thyroid & more
www.health.com/americans-ch...
Your bathroom habits can reveal important clues about digestive health, thyroid & more
www.health.com/americans-ch...
🏆 10 years. Top 10 specialties. Endless dedication!
@cedarssinai.bsky.social is on the @usnews.com Best Hospitals Honor Roll again!
Shoutout to Gastroenterology/GI Surgery (#2) and Diabetes/Endocrinology (#9)- two specialties at the heart of MAST’s mission to advance #microbiome research
@cedarssinai.bsky.social is on the @usnews.com Best Hospitals Honor Roll again!
Shoutout to Gastroenterology/GI Surgery (#2) and Diabetes/Endocrinology (#9)- two specialties at the heart of MAST’s mission to advance #microbiome research
July 29, 2025 at 7:34 PM
🏆 10 years. Top 10 specialties. Endless dedication!
@cedarssinai.bsky.social is on the @usnews.com Best Hospitals Honor Roll again!
Shoutout to Gastroenterology/GI Surgery (#2) and Diabetes/Endocrinology (#9)- two specialties at the heart of MAST’s mission to advance #microbiome research
@cedarssinai.bsky.social is on the @usnews.com Best Hospitals Honor Roll again!
Shoutout to Gastroenterology/GI Surgery (#2) and Diabetes/Endocrinology (#9)- two specialties at the heart of MAST’s mission to advance #microbiome research
ICYMI #ENDO2025
Our oral featured in @medscape.com which did a great job highlighting our findings on how hypothyroidism may impact the small bowel microbiome
BIG thx to Medscape for its thoughtful coverage & to @endocrinesociety.bsky.social for the opp to present
www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
Our oral featured in @medscape.com which did a great job highlighting our findings on how hypothyroidism may impact the small bowel microbiome
BIG thx to Medscape for its thoughtful coverage & to @endocrinesociety.bsky.social for the opp to present
www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
July 23, 2025 at 7:41 PM
ICYMI #ENDO2025
Our oral featured in @medscape.com which did a great job highlighting our findings on how hypothyroidism may impact the small bowel microbiome
BIG thx to Medscape for its thoughtful coverage & to @endocrinesociety.bsky.social for the opp to present
www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
Our oral featured in @medscape.com which did a great job highlighting our findings on how hypothyroidism may impact the small bowel microbiome
BIG thx to Medscape for its thoughtful coverage & to @endocrinesociety.bsky.social for the opp to present
www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
MAST @markpimentelmd.bsky.social is featured in a recent
@webmd.com article exploring the effects of traveler’s diarrhea & its potential link to #IBS
MAST research has shown that 56% of people w/ IBS tested pos. for vinculin antibodies, supporting the theory of PI-IBS
webmd.com/ibs/news/202...
@webmd.com article exploring the effects of traveler’s diarrhea & its potential link to #IBS
MAST research has shown that 56% of people w/ IBS tested pos. for vinculin antibodies, supporting the theory of PI-IBS
webmd.com/ibs/news/202...
July 22, 2025 at 9:10 PM
MAST @markpimentelmd.bsky.social is featured in a recent
@webmd.com article exploring the effects of traveler’s diarrhea & its potential link to #IBS
MAST research has shown that 56% of people w/ IBS tested pos. for vinculin antibodies, supporting the theory of PI-IBS
webmd.com/ibs/news/202...
@webmd.com article exploring the effects of traveler’s diarrhea & its potential link to #IBS
MAST research has shown that 56% of people w/ IBS tested pos. for vinculin antibodies, supporting the theory of PI-IBS
webmd.com/ibs/news/202...
More news from #ENDO2025! 📢 Our research was featured in a @endocrinesociety.bsky.social press release👏
"As research continues, this could lead to more personalized care and earlier interventions for at-risk individuals.” - @ruchimathurmd.bsky.social
www.endocrine.org/news-and-adv...
"As research continues, this could lead to more personalized care and earlier interventions for at-risk individuals.” - @ruchimathurmd.bsky.social
www.endocrine.org/news-and-adv...
July 17, 2025 at 10:21 PM
More news from #ENDO2025! 📢 Our research was featured in a @endocrinesociety.bsky.social press release👏
"As research continues, this could lead to more personalized care and earlier interventions for at-risk individuals.” - @ruchimathurmd.bsky.social
www.endocrine.org/news-and-adv...
"As research continues, this could lead to more personalized care and earlier interventions for at-risk individuals.” - @ruchimathurmd.bsky.social
www.endocrine.org/news-and-adv...
Scenes from #ENDO2025!
Cedars-Sinai researchers showed up strong this year! Presenting work on the microbiome, hormones, and more. From insightful sessions to a well-deserved visit to the Bark Park 🐶, our team balanced science and smiles @endocrinesociety.bsky.social @endomedia.bsky.social
Cedars-Sinai researchers showed up strong this year! Presenting work on the microbiome, hormones, and more. From insightful sessions to a well-deserved visit to the Bark Park 🐶, our team balanced science and smiles @endocrinesociety.bsky.social @endomedia.bsky.social
July 14, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Scenes from #ENDO2025!
Cedars-Sinai researchers showed up strong this year! Presenting work on the microbiome, hormones, and more. From insightful sessions to a well-deserved visit to the Bark Park 🐶, our team balanced science and smiles @endocrinesociety.bsky.social @endomedia.bsky.social
Cedars-Sinai researchers showed up strong this year! Presenting work on the microbiome, hormones, and more. From insightful sessions to a well-deserved visit to the Bark Park 🐶, our team balanced science and smiles @endocrinesociety.bsky.social @endomedia.bsky.social
Kicking off Day 1 of #ENDO2025 with a strong presentation from @cedarssinai.bsky.social fellow Dr. Margaret Wei! She shared new insights on the link between SIBO and hypothyroidism, highlighting the connection between the small bowel #microbiome and endocrine system👩⚕️🧠🦠 @endocrinesociety.bsky.social
July 12, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Kicking off Day 1 of #ENDO2025 with a strong presentation from @cedarssinai.bsky.social fellow Dr. Margaret Wei! She shared new insights on the link between SIBO and hypothyroidism, highlighting the connection between the small bowel #microbiome and endocrine system👩⚕️🧠🦠 @endocrinesociety.bsky.social
Our research highlighted by @cedarssinai.bsky.social for #ENDO2025! 🎉 @endocrinesociety.bsky.social
Dr. Margaret Wei, Cedars Sinai fellow/collaborator w/ MAST, will be presenting an oral on our latest findings linking hypothyroidism & SIBO 🧠🦠
cedars-sinai.org/newsroom/ced...
Dr. Margaret Wei, Cedars Sinai fellow/collaborator w/ MAST, will be presenting an oral on our latest findings linking hypothyroidism & SIBO 🧠🦠
cedars-sinai.org/newsroom/ced...
July 11, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Our research highlighted by @cedarssinai.bsky.social for #ENDO2025! 🎉 @endocrinesociety.bsky.social
Dr. Margaret Wei, Cedars Sinai fellow/collaborator w/ MAST, will be presenting an oral on our latest findings linking hypothyroidism & SIBO 🧠🦠
cedars-sinai.org/newsroom/ced...
Dr. Margaret Wei, Cedars Sinai fellow/collaborator w/ MAST, will be presenting an oral on our latest findings linking hypothyroidism & SIBO 🧠🦠
cedars-sinai.org/newsroom/ced...