Mission and Vision
Systole Health is at the forefront of redefining women's weight & heart health with its group coaching service. Founded by Dr. Simin Lee, Systole was born out of a vision to make weight & heart health care more accessible and supportive through community-driven solutions. Our innovative approach combines expert-led group coaching sessions and peer support to empower women in managing their health. While currently focusing on coaching, Systole aspires to evolve into a comprehensive group telehealth provider, improving the full spectrum of women's weight and heart health.
Simin Gharib Lee, MD, MBA
Co-founder & CEO
Dr. Simin Gharib Lee is a board-certified cardiologist and behavioral scientist trained at the Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA. In her experience as a physician, she has cared for many patients with obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, and other chronic conditions who yearn for comprehensive medical treatment that incorporates the power of social connection. In her free time, she runs marathons and enjoys every free minute with her husband and two sons. She holds a BA, MD, and MBA from Harvard University.
Our Team
Systole's all-women team brings diverse experience, skills, and passion to the table.
Lauren McConnell
Chief Operating Officer
Seasoned telehealth operator with prior experience at One Medical, Mount Sinai Health System, Hey Jane, and Zaya Care.
Jennifer Rothschild
Head of Product
Serial product manager with experience in health/wellness at Equinox and consumer fintech at Ness.
Spriha Tucker
Chief Technical Adviser
Two-time former technical founder, YC alum, and ex-Googler who knows everything about building powerful tech.
Rhea Choudhury
Intern
Harvard Business School student with a healthcare and consulting background (ex-Edwards Life Sciences, Buzzy Health).
Shreya Ravichandran
Intern
Harvard Business School student with health care and consulting experience (ex-McKinsey, Antara Foundation).
Our Patient Expert Council
These women are patients-turned-experts and advocates. They are working with us to bring you the healthcare experience they wish they had had and that they know women like them deserve.
Candice Cass
A former clinical research coordinator turned patient advocate and community leader, Candice has type 2 diabetes and hypertension.
Mari Morales, LPN, CHW
A community health worker, licensed vocational nurse and motivational expert, Mari has prediabetes, high cholesterol, and fatty liver disease.
Desiree Beaulieu, RN
Desiree has years of experience as a flight nurse. She also understands what it is like to be the patient - she has heart failure, insulin resistance, and high cholesterol.
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