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MAST Research Program
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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
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Today is Giving Tuesday—a day to give back. If you'd like to make an impact, please support the MAST Program. Your generosity fuels research and advances patient care. Scan the QR code or visit our site. Thank you! 💙⛵️
#GivingTuesday #MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #Microbiome
December 2, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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Happy Thanksgiving from the MAST Program! 🦃✨
Before you enjoy your feast, here are a few digestive tips to help you feel your best. Take a moment to appreciate your loved ones—and know we’re truly grateful for YOU. 🤍

#HappyThanksgiving #MASTProgram #Diabetes #CedarsSinai #Microbiome #IBS #SIBO #IMO
November 26, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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Grateful for all who make MAST’s work possible—our donors, leaders, partners, and participants. Your support drives the research and innovation that improve patient lives. Wishing you and your loved ones a very Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍂 #Thankful #HappyThanksgiving
November 25, 2025 at 8:31 PM
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Drs. Pimentel and Rezaie traveled to Veracruz for SENGA 2025 to present the latest updates on SIBO, IMO, and SIFO. MAST is proud to be represented at this key GI event, fostering collaboration and advances in gut health.

#SENGA2025 #MASTProgram #SIBO #IMO #GutMicrobiome
November 20, 2025 at 9:10 PM
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🌟 Big news from MAST! We’ve launched PREIMAGINE, the pediatric extension of REIMAGINE, advancing our understanding of the developing microbiome and its impact on child health. Huge thanks to the families making this work possible. Learn more on our site.

#PREIMAGINE #MASTProgram #CedarsSinai
November 19, 2025 at 8:04 PM
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MAST recognizes World Diabetes Day 🌍—a reminder of diabetes awareness, prevention & management. We’re answering top questions on diabetes & GI health, advancing research on the gut microbiome’s role in insulin resistance, inflammation & metabolism. 🩸

#WorldDiabetesDay #MASTProgram #CedarsSinai
November 17, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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MAST’s Said Bogatyrev, PhD, represented us at the 10th International Conference on Clinical Metagenomics in Geneva 🇨🇭, presenting QUASAR — our innovative quantitative sequencing software driving new insights in clinical metagenomics.

#QUASAR #MASTProgram #CedarsSinai #Microbiome
November 12, 2025 at 11:29 PM
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🚀 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
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🎥 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
November 6, 2025 at 9:19 PM
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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
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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
October 16, 2025 at 6:42 PM
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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
October 15, 2025 at 8:58 PM
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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
October 13, 2025 at 9:26 PM
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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
October 7, 2025 at 8:35 PM
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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
October 6, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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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
September 26, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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🌟 #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!
September 19, 2025 at 3:26 AM
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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 👇

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September 16, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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🌟 #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!
September 9, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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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💡

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September 5, 2025 at 8:37 PM
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📚 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
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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!

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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.
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August 27, 2025 at 4:19 AM
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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:
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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
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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
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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

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August 5, 2025 at 9:02 PM