About GastroLife

Specialist digestive testing, led by clinical expertise

GastroLife combines specialist gastrointestinal physiology experience with a clear, supportive approach to digestive health testing.

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Over 18 years’ experience

Specialising in gastrointestinal function testing.

10 years at St. James’s

Specialist hospital experience in Dublin.

Fully accredited

Recognised professional standards in GI physiology.

Our clinical foundation

Specialist experience behind every test

Melissa has over 18 years’ experience specialising in gastrointestinal function testing, including ten years at St. James’s Hospital Dublin.

During her hospital career, Melissa developed a particular interest in Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth and completed a Master of Philosophy research project in conjunction with the Department of Surgery.

Today, Melissa works full-time at GastroLife as a Senior Gastrointestinal Physiologist. In 2023, she was a Clinical Lecturer in GI Physiology at Atlantic Technological University, Sligo.

Her work has included multiple publications and research presentations at national and international conferences.

Our approach

What matters to us

A specialist, straightforward service designed to help patients complete their testing with confidence.

Specialist expertise

Testing is supported by extensive clinical experience in gastrointestinal physiology.

Clear guidance

Practical instructions and responsive support help patients prepare and complete tests correctly.

Professional reporting

Results are provided for review and interpretation with the patient’s GP or healthcare professional.

Professional standing

Accreditation and advisory work

Professional memberships and industry advisory work support GastroLife’s focus on high standards in digestive testing.

British Society of Gastroenterology

Accreditation in GI Physiology through the British Society of Gastroenterology.

Irish Institute of Clinical Measurement Physiology

Member of the Irish Institute of Clinical Measurement Physiology.

Bedfont Medical Advisory Board

Melissa has served on the Bedfont Scientific Medical Advisory Board since May 2021, supporting education and awareness around medical breath analysis.

Recognition

Awards and achievements

Recognition for clinical achievement, entrepreneurship and the development of GastroLife.

National Start-Up Awards

GastroLife won Bronze in the Enterprise Ireland-sponsored MedTech category, selected from more than 900 entries.

Business All-Star Accreditation

Melissa received All-Star Accreditation at the 2017 All-Ireland Business Summit in Croke Park.

Best Established Business 2019

GastroLife received recognition at the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County final of Ireland’s Best Young Entrepreneur.

RES MED/PEI Award

Melissa received the 2008 award for outstanding academic achievement and the highest final-year results.

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How can we help?

Explore GastroLife’s digestive health tests or contact our team if you need help choosing the appropriate testing route.

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