Treating the Root Cause of Eczema: The Gut Microbiome Connection

Dr. Julie Greenberg is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND) and Registered Herbalist RH(AHG) who specializes in integrative dermatology. She is the founder of the Center for Integrative Dermatology, a holistic clinic that approaches skin and hair problems by finding and treating the root cause. Dr. Greenberg holds degrees from Northwestern University (BA), Stanford University (MBA) and Bastyr University (ND). Her research on the gut microbiome of acne patients has been published in a leading peer-reviewed clinical dermatology journal. While at naturopathic medical school, Dr. Greenberg received training with leading experts in dermatology at the University of Washington Medical School Dermatology Clinic and Seattle Children’s Hospital Pediatric Dermatology Clinic. She lectures at naturopathic medical schools and speaks at conferences across the U.S. on the topics of hair, skin and nails.

Kara Siedman, a Registered Dietitian and Senior Manager of Scientific Communications at Pendulum, holds a bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She completed her Dietetic Internship at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Throughout her career, Kara has worked across diverse healthcare settings, from inpatient care to launching multiple outpatient programs. Her expertise lies in integrating functional and integrative approaches, particularly in the fields of gastroenterology and metabolic health. Before joining Pendulum, Kara worked in the microbiome field, sharing scientific insights and research with healthcare practitioners. She guided the practical use of various bacterial strains and microbiome-focused therapies in clinical practice, fueling her passion for translating complex research into actionable guidance for healthcare providers.