BioAro announces appointment of Chief Longevity Officer
August 7, 2024
CALGARY – BioAro Inc. and Biongevity have announced the appointment of Dr. Dilpriya K. Mangat (pictured) as the new chief longevity officer. Dr. Mangat is a powerhouse in the fields of aging and wellness, blending her expertise as a dual specialist in internal medicine and geriatric medicine. She also serves as a clinical associate professor at the University of Calgary and holds an MBA from the Haskayne School of Business.
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