Michael Botta, Ph.D., Sesame Co-Founder and President
Everything Michael has done in his career has led to the Sesame moment, where his role is to oversee all sales, partnerships and clinician relationships. Michael spent five years at McKinsey & Co., leading multi-million-dollar projects to find solutions to healthcare’s biggest problems: pricing, quality measurement, and catalyzing competition in the U.S. and abroad to drive better results.
He has advised The White House Office of Management and Budget, Brookings Institution and the State of Massachusetts on health reform legislation and implementation. Michael has contributed to and authored a number of articles for Sesame on topics including Amazon’s foray into healthcare, leveraging telemedicine for homeless populations, healthcare savings advice and more.
Education: Michael received his Ph.D. in Health Economics and Policy from Harvard University.
Allison Edwards, M.D.
Brandon Alleman, M.D.
Brandon Alleman, M.D., is a graduate of the Via Christi Family Medicine Residency, where he was a Chief Resident. He enjoys helping people understand their health and uses his Ph.D. training to assist in providing evidence-based medicine. As a medical advisor to Sesame, he reviews copy for accuracy and appropriate use of medical language.
Education: Dr. Alleman is a former Fulbright Scholar and graduated from the University of Iowa with his M.D. and Ph.D. in Translational Biomedicine.
Jillian Foglesong-Stabile, M.D.
Jillian Foglesong Stabile, M.D. FAAFP, is a family physician and medical educator with over two decades of experience in the medical writing, editing and consulting fields. As a medical reviewer for Sesame, she plays a crucial role in ensuring the clarity and clinical reliability of health information for readers.
Beyond her responsibilities as a medical content reviewer, Dr. Foglesong Stabile also practices full-scope family medicine, addressing a wide range of health issues across all age groups. She also precepts medical students. She enjoys translating complex medical topics into accessible knowledge and is passionate about contributing to both patient education and medical education.
Education: Dr. Foglesong Stabile earned her Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) from Wake Forest University School of Medicine. She completed a residency in Family Medicine at Family Medicine Spokane and a Master Preceptor Fellowship with Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences. Dr. Foglesong Stabile was also awarded the Degree of Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians for her contributions to the specialty.
Jessica Swirble, Pharm.D
Jessica Swirble, Pharm.D, is an experienced pharmacist with a robust pharmaceutical and medical writing background. In her role at Sesame as a medical reviewer, she ensures the accuracy and reliability of health and pharmaceutical information, making complex medical concepts accessible and easy to understand. She also holds a Medical Writing Certificate from the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, allowing her to blend clinical knowledge with effective communication.
In addition to her extensive medical writing and editing expertise, Jessica has over 16 years of experience as an immunizing community pharmacist and has spent more than a decade in management roles at prominent retail pharmacies, including Rite Aid. She is deeply committed to enhancing patient care and contributing to the healthcare community through both practice and education.
Education: Jessica holds a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia.
Nora Naomi Schultz, Content Manager & Editor
Nora Naomi Schultz is the Content Manager & Editor at Sesame, where she blends her background in journalism with an empathetic approach to healthcare. She dedicates herself to calm and trustworthy writing that empowers patients with actionable guidance. In this role, Nora oversees the editorial lifecycle and content publication pipeline, managing the work of contributors and coordinating closely with medical reviewers to ensure all published resources meet rigorous clinical standards.
Nora brings four years of editorial experience to Sesame. Prior to joining the team, she wrote for a wide variety of clients and edited books, developing a versatile voice tailored to distinct media landscapes. Globally minded, she also reports on social and cultural shifts in both English and German.
Education: Nora is currently pursuing her Bachelor's degree in journalism.
