Dr. Scott Howell
PhD
Scott Howell, PhD, is the Director of Clinical Research and Education at Optimize U.
Dr. Howell is a renowned hormone expert, epidemiologist, and clinical investigator with research interests in androgen metabolism, genetic determinants of hormone sensitivity, long-term harm of performance-enhancing drug use, and the health effects of exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals. He also serves as a consultant for various sport organizations and medical groups, regarding doping in sports, clinical harm reduction with anabolic steroid abuse, and pharmacogenetic risk of performance-enhancing drugs.
Jerry Smith
PA-C, Co-Founder
Jerry Smith serves as Director of Clinical Education for Optimize U, leading provider education and hands-on training.
Jerry obtained a bachelor of science and clinical laboratory science degree studying at both the University of Kentucky and Eastern Kentucky University. He then attended Bethel College Physician Assistant program and has subsequently worked in hospital medicine, emergency medicine, and orthopedic spine surgery. He has served as a liaison for Physician Assistants across Western Kentucky to the governing body for the Kentucky Society of Physician Assistants.
Joshua Hudson
RN, Co-Founder
Joshua Hudson serves as CEO of Optimize U.
