Our Story
Founded in Palo Alto, the heart of Silicon Valley, ProDx is led by Dr. Andreas Kogelnik, a pioneer with 40+ years in medicine and a passion for advancing healthcare through technology. Backed by a powerhouse team, including Ellen Jo Baron, PhD, an expert in clinical microbiology, we are redefining lab testing with cutting-edge innovation. As a CLIA-certified and PASS-certified lab, we bring you the same accuracy and credibility as traditional clinics - without the hassle.
- Physician-Scientist & Healthcare Innovator – Dr. Kogelnik holds an MD from Emory University and a PhD in Bioengineering from Georgia Tech. He trained in Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases at Stanford.
- 40+ Years of Medical Expertise – From clinical research to biotechnology, he has dedicated his career to merging technology with medicine to improve patient care.
- Leader in Lab Science & Genomics – With experience at Roche Molecular Diagnostics, Cepheid, Open Medicine Institute, and biotech incubators, he has been instrumental in advancing precision medicine and diagnostics.
- A Track Record of Innovation – During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Kogelnik developed scalable testing solutions. Now, he’s tackling another global health challenge - making advanced STI and health testing accessible, affordable, and convenient.
- Trusted by Leading Health Organizations – He has led CDC-funded clinical research networks and has held fellowships from the National Library of Medicine/National Institutes of Health.
- Expert in Clinical Microbiology & Virology – Dr. Baron is a Stanford University Professor of Pathology Emerita with 35+ years directing diagnostic laboratories.
- Global Impact in Healthcare – Co-founder of the Diagnostic Microbiology Development Program, dedicated to improving lab capacity in underserved areas worldwide.
- Molecular Diagnostics Pioneer – Former Executive Director of Medical Affairs at Cepheid, driving innovations in molecular testing.
- Award-Winning Scientist & Educator – Honored by the American Society for Microbiology with multiple leadership awards, including the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Anaerobe Society of the Americas.
- Industry Consultant & Mentor – Continues to advise and educate the next generation of microbiologists while shaping the future of diagnostic science.
We run our own lab
Unlike other at-home test brands, we don't outsource your samples to third-party labs. Our CLIA-certified lab ensures results you can trust.
Painless sample collection
Our FDA-cleared Comfort Collect Device makes sample collection virtually painless, no messy finger pricks required.
Private and reliable
Discreet packaging, easy-to-use kits, and private results sent straight to your phone. Health testing, without the awkwardness.
Accessible health testing
Built by Experts, Designed for You
We’re a doctor-founded, scientist-backed lab making health testing effortless. Whether it’s hormones, wellness, or overall health, taking control is the ultimate power move.
