Dr. Matarese joined the Oley board this summer. She is currently the Director of Nutrition at the Intestinal Rehabilitation and Transplant Center, Thomas E. Starzl Transplantation Institute, and an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Before moving to Pittsburgh, Dr. Matarese was involved in the conception and development of the intestinal rehabilitation program at the Cleveland Clinic. She has more than twenty-five years experience in nutrition support, education, and program development and is a long-time supporter of the Oley Foundation.
Dr. Matarese has written over 150 books, chapters, manuscripts, abstracts, and videos (including several articles for the Lifeline-Letter). She has lectured extensively, both nationally and internationally, and has spoken at several Oley conferences. Dr. Matarese has held numerous positions within the American Dietetic Association and the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition; has received numerous awards; and is currently President-Elect of the National Board of Nutrition Support Certification. She is devoted to improving the quality of life for patients with intestinal failure as well as making enteral and parenteral nutrition safe and effective.