About Us

Founded in 2010, Diagnostics Direct, LLC is an experienced provider of CLIA-Waived diagnostic tests for the detection of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Our tests are easy to administer, simple to read, and highly accurate.

We are dedicated to providing innovative and reliable diagnostic solutions that support healthcare initiatives and improve patient outcomes. As a trusted provider of diagnostic testing products, we are committed to advancing public health efforts and enhancing accessibility to accurate and efficient testing.

Our Mission

Our mission is to empower healthcare professionals and organizations by delivering high-quality diagnostic solutions that meet their evolving needs. We strive to be at the forefront of technological advancements, offering cutting-edge products that contribute to the improvement of healthcare outcomes globally. Through our partnerships and collaborations, we aim to drive innovation, promote education, and enable the effective management of health conditions.

55,500 +

Over 55,500 Syphilis Health Check tests
donated through 2024.

6,400,000 +

Over 6.4 million Syphilis Health Check tests 
sold in the United States.

Our Team

Behind Diagnostics Direct is a team of passionate professionals with diverse expertise in the healthcare industry. Our team consists of dedicated individuals who are united by a common goal: to make a positive impact on healthcare delivery. With their unwavering commitment to excellence, our team works to develop and deliver reliable diagnostic solutions that empower healthcare providers and promote better patient care.

By collaborating with leading healthcare organizations, academic institutions, and industry experts, our team ensures that our products are designed with the highest quality standards, accuracy, and user-friendliness in mind. We believe in the power of collaboration and leverage our collective knowledge and experience to continuously improve and refine our offerings.

Together, we are driven by a shared vision of transforming healthcare through advanced diagnostic solutions. We are proud to play a role in supporting public health initiatives and enabling pharmacies to expand their testing capabilities, ultimately contributing to improved healthcare access and outcomes for individuals and communities.

At Diagnostics Direct, we are committed to delivering innovation, quality, and excellence in diagnostics. Join us on our journey as we continue to make a positive impact on healthcare, one test at a time.

Norman Proulx
CEO, President, and Co-Founder

Jeff Tobias
Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder

Gary Lehnus
Technical Director

Janet Proulx
Director of Administration and Co-Founder

Kayla Coleman
Director of Sales and Marketing

Jeanette Alexiuk
Creative Marketing Manager

Medical Advisory Board

Comprised of distinguished experts, our Medical Advisory Board plays a pivotal role in guiding Diagnostics Direct’s efforts to improve syphilis diagnosis and care. Concentrating on critical areas in the United States that necessitate immediate action, the board collaborates to address the escalating syphilis epidemic. Their goals are in lockstep with the CDC’s call for urgent innovation and teamwork among all STI prevention partners, aiming to curb the spread of syphilis with innovative and accessible testing solutions from Diagnostics Direct.

Dr. Jeffrey Klausner, MD, MPH

A renowned Clinical Professor of Medicine, Infectious Diseases, and Public Health at the Keck School of Medicine, USC.

Dr. Irene Stafford, MD, MS

A respected board-certified maternal and fetal specialist at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston (Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital).

Dr. Leandro Mena, MD, MPH, FIDSA

The distinguished former Director of the Division of STD Prevention (DSTDP) at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Key Partners

These partnerships strengthen our mission to combat sexually transmitted infections through innovative testing solutions, education, and advocacy. Together, we work towards a common goal: to enhance advance STI diagnostics and healthcare solutions for improved health outcomes across the nation.

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