About HS Simplified

Our Mission

HS Simplified is dedicated to making scientific research more accessible and understandable for individuals and families affected by HS.

We believe everyone deserves access to clear, reliable information about the latest advances in HS research. By sharing simplified and accurate summaries of scientific findings, we aim to empower the HS community to make informed decisions, stay updated on medical progress, and feel connected to the breakthroughs shaping their care.

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Our Team

We are a passionate, volunteer-led team of scientists, clinicians, developers, and advocates working together to bridge the gap between research and the HS community.

Core Team

Kyle Wan

Kyle Wan

Founder & Lead

Committed to building a user-friendly platform to help researchers share clear, accurate summaries with the HS Disease community.

Brent Hazelett

Brent Hazelett

HS Foundation CEO

Brent is the Chief Executive Officer of the HS Foundation. (Plcaeholder Bio)

Leandra Barnes

Leandra Barnes

Faculty Advisor

Leandra is an Instructor of Dermatology at the Stanford School of Medicine. She specializes in hidradenitis clinical care and research

Scientific Contributors

We're a growing network of scientists who volunteer to edit article summaries and share the amazing research being done in HS with the community.

Get Involved

HS Simplified is 100% volunteer-led, and we're always looking for passionate people to join us! Whether you're into web development, research, database management, design, or community outreach—there's a place for you on our team.

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Community Supporters

We're proud to work alongside and be supported by organizations dedicated to the HS community