FOUNDER & LOOP PEPTIDE COACH

Stephanie Gambetta has spent her career helping people optimize their health, build confidence, and create sustainable wellness routines. As the founder of The LOOP Way, she is passionate about guiding clients through the transformative power of research peptides, functional health, and lifestyle coaching.

Stephanie’s expertise is backed by years of education and hands-on experience. She is a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, trained under Coach Christine Hassler, and is a Certified Bar Teacher and Spin Instructor. Her journey into peptide coaching was fueled by her personal health transformation, where she experienced firsthand the power of peptides in recovery, longevity, and overall well-being.

With a coaching philosophy rooted in education, empowerment, and sustainable change, Stephanie works closely with clients to help them feel stronger, more energized, and in control of their health. Whether it’s supporting metabolic health, recovery, longevity, or nutrition, she believes that small, intentional shifts lead to the most powerful results.

Based between Newport Beach and Dallas, Stephanie is always on the move—balancing business, motherhood, and her own commitment to strength and vitality.

LOOP PEPTIDE EDUCATOR

Blossom is a board-certified Physician Associate with over 13 years of experience. Her background includes functional medicine, hormone optimization, and peptide therapy. At The LOOP Way, she serves as a Peptide Educator --- offering education designed to empower clients with clarity and confidence as they navigate their unique wellness journeys. While Blossom is a licensed medical provider, she does not act in a medical, clinical, or prescriptive capacity in this role.

Her passion for wellness was ignited by her own healing journey, which profoundly shaped her approach to health, longevity, and self-care. Blossom believes that true healing begins with uncovering the root causes that hold us back. Guided by curiosity, compassion, and a holistic perspective, she is dedicated to educating clients as they pursue optimal health.

Outside of The LOOP Way, Blossom remains committed and engaged in ongoing education and collaboration with colleagues in the field. She lives in Los Angeles with her six-year-old son and enjoys hiking, Pilates, and creating nourishing meals—embodying the vibrant, healthy lifestyle she teaches.

LOOP PEPTIDE EDUCATOR

Nikka Aquino-Kim is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner with a professional background in Primary Care and Endocrinology, bringing years of experience in supporting individuals through comprehensive, person-centered care.  She serves as a Peptide Educator at The LOOP Way offering education and insights for clients to better understand their personal health goals. Her renowned holistic approach focuses on viewing each person as a whole, considering the many layers that contribute to their well-being. Known for her compassionate, personalized, and comprehensive guidance, Nikka is deeply committed to empowering individuals to understand and optimize their own health journey.

Outside of her professional role, Nikka leads a vibrant and full life in Hawaii. She is a wife, a mother of two, and a certified barre instructor who thrives on movement and balance. A firm believer in keeping family first, she is both goal-oriented and grounded, always striving to maintain harmony between her work and personal life. Her passion for wellness extends beyond her career, touching every aspect of how she lives, moves, and connects with others.

LOOP PEPTIDE COACH

Gina brings nearly 30 years of nursing experience to her role at LOOP, combining a clinical foundation with a deep commitment to holistic, client-centered care. Her background includes emergency and surgical nursing, leadership as Director of Nursing at multiple surgical centers, and ownership of a medical spa.

Today, she blends that experience with advanced peptide education and a whole-person approach to wellness. Gina empowers clients to make confident, informed decisions on their health journeys—always rooted in both science and compassion.

Based in Carlsbad and Palm Springs, California, Gina is a proud mom of three adult children and lives a vibrant life with her husband. She is currently pursuing board certification in Nurse Coaching and Holistic Nursing to further expand the way she serves the LOOP community.

LOOP PEPTIDE EDUCATOR & COACH

Hipolito Salinas, MD — or simply Polo, as he prefers to be called — is a bilingual (English/ Spanish) U.S. International medical graduate from the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara (UAG) School of Medicine, currently applying to the upcoming Internal Medicine residency match. Although not in active clinical practice, Polo brings a strong clinical foundation and a deep passion for preventive medicine, peptide science, and personalized health coaching to his work at The LOOP Way. He is driven by the belief that we shouldn’t wait until something’s broken to fix it.

Polo’s interest in health optimization began with his own personal journey and peptides quickly became one of the most powerful tools he discovered along the way. Since then, he has remained committed to applying cutting-edge strategies to support brain health, metabolic function, hormonal balance, and long-term vitality.

He believes great care starts with listening. Health isn’t one-size-fits-all, and each person deserves a personalized plan. Whether you’re dealing with energy crashes, brain fog, recovery issues, or hormonal imbalances, Polo will take the time to understand your needs — and uses current research studies and AI-driven insights to help educate you and guide your health journey with clarity and precision.

When he has time to unwind, you’ll find him outdoors, on the ranch, or spending time with friends and family. Friendly, science-minded, and highly curious, Polo is passionate about helping people feel strong, clear, and in control of their health — with a plan that actually fits their life. Whether you're just beginning your wellness journey or fine-tuning an advanced protocol, Polo will meet you where you are with knowledge, care, and a commitment to helping you move forward.