ENCINITAS, CA – Owaves is honored to announce the appointment of two nationally recognized physician-executives to its Clinical Advisory Board: Hansa Bhargava, MD, FAAP, and Ricky Bloomfield, MD.
Their arrival marks a pivotal expansion of Owaves’ clinical leadership as the company scales its response to the mental health crisis affecting teens and young adults. With rates of anxiety, depression, and burnout at historic highs for individuals aged 18-25, the need for accessible, preventive daily support has never been more urgent. Owaves addresses this gap by translating precision lifestyle psychiatry – helping users align their sleep, movement, and nutrition with their biological rhythms.
“As we deepen our commitment to young adults, it is vital we integrate the empathy of pediatricians with the precision of modern technology,” said Royan Kamyar, M.D., MBA, Founder and CEO of Owaves. “Drs. Bhargava and Bloomfield are pioneers who understand that the future of mental health and well-being lies in the seamless integration of lifestyle medicine, circadian biology, and artificial intelligence.”
Strategic Clinical Oversight
In their advisory capacities, Drs. Bhargava and Bloomfield will collaborate with the Owaves leadership team to ensure the platform’s Al-powered features remain scientifically grounded, safe, and effective. Consolidating their expertise in behavioral health and digital therapeutics, they will advise Owaves on:
- Clinical Integrity & AI Safety: Establishing clinical guardrails for AI-generated recommendations and ensuring content is developmentally appropriate for young adults.
- Outcomes & Evidence: Guiding the design of research initiatives and clinical trials to validate health outcomes, specifically regarding academic performance and mental wellbeing.
- Interoperability & Sensing: Advising on the integration of wearable sensor data and evolving health data standards (e.g., FHIR) to personalize the user experience.
- Strategic Partnerships: Facilitating collaboration with academic institutions, healthcare providers, and student health organizations to broaden access to preventive care.
Meet Our New Clinical Advisors
Hansa Bhargava, MD, FAAP
Chief Clinical Strategy & Innovation Officer, Healio
A board-certified pediatrician and author of Building Happier Kids (American Academy of Pediatrics, 2022), Dr. Bhargava is a leading voice on youth mental health and digital balance. Previously Chief Medical Officer at Medscape and Senior Medical Director at WebMD, she brings decades of experience in delivering trusted medical guidance to families.
“Our health depends on an innovative approach fueled by data. I’m truly excited to help elevate wellbeing by incorporating circadian rhythms into daily life.” – Dr. Hansa Bhargava
Ricky Bloomfield, MD
Chief Medical Officer, ŌURA
A pediatrician and clinical informatics leader, Dr. Bloomfield currently guides the health strategy for the ŌURA Ring. His background includes leading Clinical & Health Informatics at Apple and directing mobile strategy at Duke Health. He specializes in the intersection of wearable sensors, data interoperability, and patient-centered design.
“Our body clock plays a critical role in how we feel and function. Helping people understand their rhythms can lay the foundation for healthier habits and long-term wellbeing.” – Dr. Ricky Bloomfield
Honoring Our Scientific Foundation
Drs. Bhargava and Bloomfield join a distinguished group of advisors who have shaped the scientific rigor of Owaves:
- Sonia Ancoli-Israel, PhD: Renowned sleep and circadian rhythm researcher.
- Benjamin Smarr, PhD: Data scientist and precision circadian health pioneer.
- Liana Lianov, MD, MPH: Pioneer in lifestyle medicine and positive health.
- Jay Kranzler, MD, PhD: Biotech leader and drug development expert.
- Katie Baca-Motes, MBA: Behavioral scientist specializing in digital engagement.
We invite our growing, global community to join us in welcoming these leaders to the team. Together, we are building a future where time is re-designed for health.
Legal Disclaimer: Owaves provides general wellness support and is not a substitute for professional medical care, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should consult their healthcare providers for individualized medical advice. Dr. Bhargava and Dr. Bloomfield serve strictly in an advisory capacity to Owaves, Inc.; they do not provide direct medical care or individualized advice to users through the platform. Their contributions are focused on strategic clinical guidance, research design, and product safety. Owaves, Inc. remains solely responsible for the design of its AI systems and the generation of all in-app recommendations.