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Jacqueline A. Gaulin

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Jacqueline Gaulin is the Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Gastro Girl, Inc. She created the concept of Gastro Girl based upon her passion for helping individuals with digestive health issues and the role the gastrointestinal tract has on overall health and wellness. She is a certified health coach and was previously the Director of Communications and Digital Engagement for the American College of Gastroenterology.

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February 28, 2025

Article: Q&A: AI-powered app ‘digestive health companion’ empowers patients to improve gut health

Click here to read an article published by Healio about the Ask Gastro Girl App.

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February 12, 2025

Article: Building a Repository of Answers to All Your Digestive Health Queries

Click here to read an article published by Medhealth Outlook about the Ask Gastro Girl App.

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January 16, 2025

Gastro Girl Unveils ‘Ask Gastro Girl’: The AI-Powered App Redefining Access to Digestive Health Support

Startup life is relentless. The challenges are overwhelming, the sacrifices endless, and at times, the vision you’re fighting for can feel distant. But for me, that vision has always been about bold thinking—challenging the status quo and empowering people to take control of their digestive health.

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January 3, 2025

Ask Gastro Girl App: AI-Powered Support for Gut Health

Startup life is relentless. The challenges are overwhelming, the sacrifices endless, and at times, the vision you’re fighting for can feel distant. But for me, that vision has always been about bold thinking—challenging the status quo and empowering people to take control of their digestive health.

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August 22, 2024

Merch Drop!

The Gastro Girl Team is super excited to share our very first Merch Drop! Please check out our debut collection and let us know what you think! Your purchases support our patient-centric efforts to provide evidence-based digestive health education, content, access to expertise and support for everyone. Thank you!

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April 1, 2023

Tips for Providing Care to Older Adults with Digestive Issues

Digestive conditions can make caregiving seem daunting, so we’ve put together a few tips to make the situation easier for both you and your loved one!

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March 30, 2021

The Who, What, Why, and How of Colorectal Cancer Screening

We are taking action all month long to help promote the importance of colorectal cancer screening. Read on to learn more about screening and find out how to get involved with helping to spread awareness!

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February 22, 2021

3 Tips for Caregivers During COVID-19

Caregivers are the unsung heroes of the COVID-19 pandemic. As if being a caregiver isn’t hard enough, you now have the added challenges that come with caregiving during a pandemic. To help support you during this difficult time, we’ve put together our top tips for coping with the struggles of caregiving during the pandemic.

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February 28, 2025

Article: Q&A: AI-powered app ‘digestive health companion’ empowers patients to improve gut health

Click here to read an article published by Healio about the Ask Gastro Girl App.

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February 12, 2025

Article: Building a Repository of Answers to All Your Digestive Health Queries

Click here to read an article published by Medhealth Outlook about the Ask Gastro Girl App.

Read Full Article
January 16, 2025

Gastro Girl Unveils ‘Ask Gastro Girl’: The AI-Powered App Redefining Access to Digestive Health Support

Startup life is relentless. The challenges are overwhelming, the sacrifices endless, and at times, the vision you’re fighting for can feel distant. But for me, that vision has always been about bold thinking—challenging the status quo and empowering people to take control of their digestive health.

Read Full Article
January 3, 2025

Ask Gastro Girl App: AI-Powered Support for Gut Health

Startup life is relentless. The challenges are overwhelming, the sacrifices endless, and at times, the vision you’re fighting for can feel distant. But for me, that vision has always been about bold thinking—challenging the status quo and empowering people to take control of their digestive health.

Read Full Article
February 28, 2025

Article: Q&A: AI-powered app ‘digestive health companion’ empowers patients to improve gut health

Click here to read an article published by Healio about the Ask Gastro Girl App.

Read Full Article
February 12, 2025

Article: Building a Repository of Answers to All Your Digestive Health Queries

Click here to read an article published by Medhealth Outlook about the Ask Gastro Girl App.

Read Full Article
January 16, 2025

Gastro Girl Unveils ‘Ask Gastro Girl’: The AI-Powered App Redefining Access to Digestive Health Support

Startup life is relentless. The challenges are overwhelming, the sacrifices endless, and at times, the vision you’re fighting for can feel distant. But for me, that vision has always been about bold thinking—challenging the status quo and empowering people to take control of their digestive health.

Read Full Article
January 3, 2025

Ask Gastro Girl App: AI-Powered Support for Gut Health

Startup life is relentless. The challenges are overwhelming, the sacrifices endless, and at times, the vision you’re fighting for can feel distant. But for me, that vision has always been about bold thinking—challenging the status quo and empowering people to take control of their digestive health.

Read Full Article
February 28, 2025

Article: Q&A: AI-powered app ‘digestive health companion’ empowers patients to improve gut health

Click here to read an article published by Healio about the Ask Gastro Girl App.

Read Full Article
February 12, 2025

Article: Building a Repository of Answers to All Your Digestive Health Queries

Click here to read an article published by Medhealth Outlook about the Ask Gastro Girl App.

Read Full Article
January 16, 2025

Gastro Girl Unveils ‘Ask Gastro Girl’: The AI-Powered App Redefining Access to Digestive Health Support

Startup life is relentless. The challenges are overwhelming, the sacrifices endless, and at times, the vision you’re fighting for can feel distant. But for me, that vision has always been about bold thinking—challenging the status quo and empowering people to take control of their digestive health.

Read Full Article
January 3, 2025

Ask Gastro Girl App: AI-Powered Support for Gut Health

Startup life is relentless. The challenges are overwhelming, the sacrifices endless, and at times, the vision you’re fighting for can feel distant. But for me, that vision has always been about bold thinking—challenging the status quo and empowering people to take control of their digestive health.

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Introducing the Gastro Girl Podcast!

If you’re one of the 1 in 4 people who is living with a chronic digestive health condition , you’re not alone. Whether you’re just diagnosed, in remission, or trying to learn what is happening in your body and what you can do about it, then this podcast is for you.

March 18, 2025

Colorectal Cancer Screening: Why Early Detection Saves Lives

Colorectal cancer is one of the most preventable cancers—when caught early. Yet, screening rates remain too low, and cases in younger adults are rising at an alarming rate. Disparities in access to screening also put certain communities at higher risk, making awareness and early detection more critical than ever. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Reezwana Chowdhury, a leading gastroenterologist at Johns Hopkins and Chair of the American College of Gastroenterology’s (ACG) Public Relations Committee. She’s also a dedicated advocate for improving awareness in the South Asian community through her work with the South Asian IBD Alliance (SAIA). We cover: – Who should get screened and when – The rise in early-onset colorectal cancer – The connection between IBD and colorectal cancer risk – How screening can save your life This episode is presented in collaboration with the American College of Gastroenterology’s Patient Care Committee.

March 11, 2025

Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) Diagnosis & Treatment: What’s New in the ACG Guidelines

In this episode, we’re diving into the latest ACG Clinical Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)—a major update that reflects the most current understanding of this chronic, immune-mediated disease. Joining us to break it all down are two of the experts who co-authored these guidelines: Dr. Amanda B. Muir, Pediatric Gastroenterologist at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Dr. Nirmala Gonsalves, Gastroenterologist at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine What We Cover: What is EoE? – Understanding symptoms and diagnosis – Key updates in the latest guidelines and what they mean for patients – Treatment options for both children and adults Whether you’re living with EoE, caring for someone with it, or simply want a deeper understanding of this condition, this episode is for you! This episode is brought to you by Sanofi, and presented in collaboration with the American College of Gastroenterology’s Patient Care Committee.

March 4, 2025

Gastro Girl Unfiltered: How Stress & Trauma Led to My IBS Diagnosis

Stress affects the body in ways we don’t always realize—especially the gut. In this deeply personal episode of Gastro Girl Unfiltered, Jacqueline Gaulin shares how stress and trauma played a role in her IBS diagnosis and what she’s learned along the way. From navigating life’s challenges to understanding the gut-brain connection, Jacqueline discusses how emotional stress can manifest as physical symptoms and why acknowledging the mind-body link is essential for healing. Whether you’re struggling with IBS, dealing with stress, or just looking for reassurance that you’re not alone, this episode offers insights, support, and a message of hope. Tune in to hear: How stress and trauma can trigger IBS symptoms The gut-brain connection explained in simple terms Ways to manage stress and support gut health If you’ve ever wondered whether stress could be impacting your gut, this episode is for you!

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March 18, 2025

Colorectal Cancer Screening: Why Early Detection Saves Lives

Colorectal cancer is one of the most preventable cancers—when caught early. Yet, screening rates remain too low, and cases in younger adults are rising at an alarming rate. Disparities in access to screening also put certain communities at higher risk, making awareness and early detection more critical than ever. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Reezwana Chowdhury, a leading gastroenterologist at Johns Hopkins and Chair of the American College of Gastroenterology’s (ACG) Public Relations Committee. She’s also a dedicated advocate for improving awareness in the South Asian community through her work with the South Asian IBD Alliance (SAIA). We cover: – Who should get screened and when – The rise in early-onset colorectal cancer – The connection between IBD and colorectal cancer risk – How screening can save your life This episode is presented in collaboration with the American College of Gastroenterology’s Patient Care Committee.

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March 11, 2025

Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) Diagnosis & Treatment: What’s New in the ACG Guidelines

In this episode, we’re diving into the latest ACG Clinical Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)—a major update that reflects the most current understanding of this chronic, immune-mediated disease. Joining us to break it all down are two of the experts who co-authored these guidelines: Dr. Amanda B. Muir, Pediatric Gastroenterologist at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Dr. Nirmala Gonsalves, Gastroenterologist at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine What We Cover: What is EoE? – Understanding symptoms and diagnosis – Key updates in the latest guidelines and what they mean for patients – Treatment options for both children and adults Whether you’re living with EoE, caring for someone with it, or simply want a deeper understanding of this condition, this episode is for you! This episode is brought to you by Sanofi, and presented in collaboration with the American College of Gastroenterology’s Patient Care Committee.

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Testimonials

“Gastro Girl provides all the elements needed for individuals with chronic digestive health symptoms and conditions to obtain up-to-date information, to take control and be coached in the process.”

Douglas A. Drossman, MD

President, Drossman Center for the Education and Practice of Biopsychosocial Care LLC; Founder and President, Rome Foundation;

“Patients with digestive disorders need accessibility to dietitians with GI nutrition expertise who can provide up-to-date and individualized nutritional interventions to address the complexity of symptoms in digestive conditions.“

Kate Scarlata, RD, LDN

New York Times Best Selling author, Boston, MA

“The Gastro Girl platform will address critical needs for patients and providers. It will streamline communication with the potential to optimize treatment which are both critical aspects of patient wellbeing.”

Jordan Karlitz, MD

Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine Director, GI Hereditary Cancer and Genetics Program, Tulane University School of Medicine

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