Faculty & Instructors – Gulf Coast Biologics

Meet Your Instructor

Dr. Michael Meng, DC, RMSK, ARNP, FNP-BC, FIAAM

Dr. Michael Meng came into Musculoskeletal Ultrasound shortly upon graduation from Chiropractic School, in 2003. While employed at Southern California’s largest Rheumatology practice, he quickly took a deep dive into musculoskeletal ultrasound for diagnostic purposes. Over time he became an independent contractor providing ultrasound and ultrasound guided services to numerous clinics of multiple specialties. Dr. Meng has been privileged to perform ultrasound services for the United States Olympic Committee, Santa Monica Orthopedic and Sports Medicine, Anatara Medical, Bio Reset Medical, and the Orthohealing Institute.

Dr. Meng has contributed to multiple ultrasound textbooks with subjects ranging from diagnostics, pathologies, and interventions. Overall, he has been involved in the teaching of MSK ultrasound for 15 years and has more than 10 years of experience in regenerative medicine and ultrasound guided injections.

Meet the Faculty

Scientific Director Sina Farzaneh, PhD, holds a doctorate in tissue engineering and brings extensive expertise in medical sciences with a focus on combining stem cells and their derivatives with smart biomaterials to enhance wound healing and promote musculoskeletal and skin tissue regeneration.

His forward-thinking approach and proven track record in the field align perfectly the mission to provide sustainable, nonsurgical therapies that improve patient outcomes and enable durable tissue repair. As Scientific Director, he will guide the company’s initiatives to expand the possibilities of regenerative therapeutics, offering hope and improved quality of life to patients worldwide.

Ewa Profiruk provides clinical support for the EmCyte product line, ensuring its highest efficacy and successful clinical outcomes. She conducts training sessions for healthcare professionals on how to prepare autologous biologics products for regenerative treatments, offering continuous guidance and education while prioritizing patient care. For Gulf Coast Biologics, Ewa delivers product demonstrations and training sessions, showcasing the benefits and features of the products offered.

Ewa holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration and a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences. Her extensive educational background and expertise contribute significantly to her role in providing comprehensive support and training to healthcare professionals.

As a world traveler, Ewa is fluent in Polish, Russian, and English, allowing her to effectively communicate and connect with clients and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

Leslie Aja is an expert diagnostic sonographer who creates curriculum and provides training for Musculoskeletal (MSK) sonography. Leslie trains in-house EmCyte staff and outside clinicians to utilize MSK ultrasound guided injections for regenerative medicine including treatments using plasma-rich platelets (PRP). She also contributes to conference and course development for Gulf Coast Biologics.

With nearly two decades of experience, Leslie holds multiple credentials and enjoys showcasing her expertise in Abdomen, OB/GYN, Pediatrics, Vascular, and MSK ultrasound. Beyond clinical practice, Leslie plays a key role as an ARDMS registry item writer and reviewer, shaping exams for sonographers and physicians. She also volunteers her time across the globe with Rad Aid International, where she serves as a volunteer sonography educator and program manager for Liberia, West Africa.

Heidi Colombo is focused on successful patient outcomes and the clinical support needed to educate and train practitioners. She supports both the products and the process. Heidi also works to onboard new customers, providing product demonstrations, and keeping the EmCyte client base up-to-date regarding the ever-evolving regenerative biologic treatment options.

Heidi is a highly experienced surgical scrub nurse with specialization in joint orthopedic surgery. Having spent more than 20 years as a Registered Nurse, she brings a wealth of operating room knowledge to the team. Heidi has a BS in Nursing and is a world traveler who speaks English, Italian, and Filipino.

Meet Your Instructor

Dr. Michael Meng, DC, RMSK, ARNP, FNP-BC, FIAAM

Meet the Faculty

Sina Farzaneh, PhD

Ewa Profiruk

Leslie Aja, RDMS, RVT, RMSKS

Heidi Colombo

Gulf Coast Biologics is the scholastic subsidiary of EmCyte Corporation, fostering interactive learning and collaborative training experience.