SOLVD Health Appoints Mike Aicher and Vince Cebula to Board of Directors to Support Next Phase of Growth

May 12, 2025 —  SOLVD Health has appointed diagnostics pioneer Mike Aicher and strategic advisor Vince Cebula to its Board of Directors. Their combined leadership in molecular diagnostics, healthcare technology, and growth-stage investment will support the company’s continued expansion as it scales access to personalized health insights and accelerates development of its precision diagnostics platform.

Aicher’s expertise in building and scaling diagnostic platforms will be instrumental as SOLVD Health expands its personalized health solutions. He brings more than three decades of executive experience in genomics, laboratory medicine, and diagnostics innovation. He co-founded and served as CEO of the National Genetics Institute (NGI) — acquired by Labcorp (NYSE: LH) — where he later led the company’s Esoteric Business Units, which generated over $1 billion in annual revenue. He currently serves as Executive Chairman of SemiconBio and on the board of Genetic Signatures (ASX: GSS) and Techcyte. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Redlands and is a certified Global Biotechnology Executive from the University of California, Berkeley. He also received Ernst and Young’s “Entrepreneur of the Year” award for emerging technologies.

Cebula’s deep financial acumen and board leadership will help guide SOLVD Health’s expansion and long-term sustainability. An accomplished investor and advisor with extensive experience in private equity, investment banking, and operational transformation, he was a senior asset management executive focused on providing capital to lower middle market companies in the United States and Canada and has served on over fifteen private and public company boards. Cebula has held senior roles at Oaktree Capital Management, Jefferies Capital Partners, and Drexel Burnham Lambert, with a focus on strategic growth and value creation, and graduated from The Wharton School of The University of Pennsylvania.

“As we advance the next phase of our mission — bringing personalized, precision insights to more patients and providers — Mike and Vincent bring the experience and strategic vision to help us scale our impact,” said Dr. Keri Donaldson, Founder and CEO of SOLVD Health. “Mike’s contributions to diagnostics innovation and Vincent’s financial and operational leadership will be instrumental as we grow our platform and deepen our ability to deliver better health outcomes through data.”

These board appointments come at a pivotal time for SOLVD Health as it advances its proprietary diagnostics platform, including the FDA-approved AvertD^® test for assessing the genetic risk of opioid use disorder (OUD). With Aicher and Cebula’s assistance, the company is well-positioned to deepen its clinical impact, expand strategic partnerships, and further its mission to prevent disease through data-driven, patient-centered innovation.

About SOLVD Health
SOLVD Health is a privately held company focused on preventing disease by making contextual health information accessible to everyone. Through the development of insights-based health tools, SOLVD Health enables individuals and their providers to make better decisions about their health and the health of their families. SOLVD Health accomplishes this by translating complex biological signals into actionable patient data that can point the way to better health.

Media Contact:
Valerie Melucci
Vice President of Marketing, SOLVD Health
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Investors:
Mark Hazeltine
Chief Financial Officer, SOLVD Health
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SOLVD Health Receives FDA PMA Supplement Approval for Use of INFINITI High-Throughput System with AvertD®

SAN DIEGO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–SOLVD Health, a patient intelligence company developing cutting-edge precision solutions to deliver better health outcomes, has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) PMA supplement approval for its INFINITI High Throughput System (HTS) to be used with AvertD^®.

The HTS instrument expands daily processing capacity, designed to work seamlessly with SOLVD Health’s entire test portfolio, including AvertD^®, the first FDA-approved genetic test for assessing elevated risk for developing opioid use disorder (OUD). The development marks a major advancement in SOLVD Health’s ability to deliver critical health insights at scale.

“This system is about more than increasing output. It’s about amplifying our impact,” said SOLVD Health Founder and CEO Dr. Keri Donaldson. “With the HTS, we’re enabling access to cutting-edge genetic insights and opening new possibilities for personalized medicine and preventive health care.”

The HTS underwent rigorous FDA evaluation to ensure it produces results consistent with the organization’s already approved INFINITI PLUS Analyzer. The HTS is a semi-automated, scalable, and multiplexed microarray analysis system that increases throughput to 960 samples in approximately 8 hours compared to 48 samples on the INFINITI PLUS. This efficiency, combined with the cost-effective and readily available DNA processing equipment, significantly enhances workflow optimization.

“This approval underscores our commitment to innovation and clinical excellence,” added Dr. Donaldson. “We’re poised to make a broader impact on critical health issues, including the opioid crisis, by making advanced genetic insights more accessible to health care providers and patients.”

The approval marks another milestone in SOLVD Health’s mission to translate complex biological signals into actionable patient data, empowering individuals and health care providers to make more informed health decisions.

About SOLVD Health
SOLVD Health is a privately held company focused on preventing disease by making contextual health information accessible to everyone. Through the development of insights-based health tools, SOLVD Health enables individuals and their providers to make better decisions about their health and the health of their families. SOLVD Health accomplishes this by translating complex biological signals into actionable patient data that can point the way to better health.

Media Contact:
Valerie Melucci
Vice President of Marketing, SOLVD Health
pr@solvdhealth.com

Investors:
Mark Hazeltine
Chief Financial Officer, SOLVD Health
investors@solvdhealth.com

SOLVD Health Names Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President of Clinical Operations

CARLSBAD, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–SOLVD Health, a patient intelligence company focused on creating innovative technologies that identify an individual’s risk of disease by discovering and converting biological signals into predictive, contextual health insights, has appointed Mark Hazeltine as Chief Financial Officer and Ron McCullough as Senior Vice President of Clinical Operations.

Mr. Hazeltine has extensive experience in finance, operations, and strategic development. Before joining SOLVD Health, he served as Chief Business Officer at Exagen Inc., a diagnostics company specializing in autoimmune testing. At Exagen, Mr. Hazeltine held various roles in finance and corporate development, including Senior Vice President of Finance & Corporate Development, General Manager and Chief Operating Officer. He co-led the IPO process and significantly increased reimbursement rates through improved billing processes. Mr. Hazeltine holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of San Diego and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Southern California.

“Mark’s proven track record of driving change, fostering growth, and providing strategic financial leadership in both startup and established healthcare organizations makes him the ideal addition to our executive team,” said SOLVD Health founder and CEO Keri Donaldson. “His deep understanding of the diagnostics industry, combined with his successful IPO experience, fundraising, and operational excellence, will be invaluable as we continue to scale our business and pursue our mission.”

Dr. McCullough is a seasoned executive with a strong background in commercializing high-potential research, clinical diagnostics, and business innovation. He served as the Chief Scientific Officer and co-founder at Intrigue Health, a medical device and digital health startup. Dr. McCullough also chaired the Strategic Advisory Board at Claire Health and served as Senior Vice President of Operations at Pathnostics. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy in molecular and cellular biology and biochemistry from Boston University, a Master of Business Administration from the University of San Diego, and a Bachelor of Science in chemistry and biochemistry from the University of Arizona.

“Ron brings a unique blend of scientific expertise, business acumen, and entrepreneurial spirit to our team,” added Dr. Donaldson. “His experience leading cross-functional teams and driving successful product development and commercialization will help us accelerate our growth and solidify our position as a leader in the industry.”

These additions come at a critical time for SOLVD Health. In December, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the company’s AvertD test, making it the first genetic test authorized to assess the risk of opioid use disorder (OUD) prior to initiating opioid therapy for acute pain management. AvertD empowers physicians and patients to make more informed decisions about pain management options, supporting SOLVD Health’s mission to address pressing healthcare challenges through innovative solutions.

About SOLVD Health
SOLVD Health is a privately held company focused on preventing disease by making contextual health information accessible to everyone. Through the development of insights-based health tools, we are enabling individuals and their providers to make better decisions about their health and the health of their families. We accomplish this by translating complex biological signals into actionable patient data that can point the way to better health. To learn more about us, our solutions, and our career opportunities, visit us at www.solvdhealth.com.

Contacts

Media:
Valerie Melucci
Vice President of Marketing, SOLVD Health
pr@solvdhealth.com

Investors:
Mark Hazeltine
Chief Financial Officer, SOLVD Health
investors@solvdhealth.com