Meet Sermo’s
 content reviewers  

Travis Hiles, MD

General Anesthesiologist

Dr. Travis Hiles is a board-certified anesthesiologist with 18 years of experience in private practice.…

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Anna Pavlov, MD 

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Dr. Anna Pavlov is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon practicing in Gulfport, MS. She…

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Frequently asked questions

Why are our articles reviewed?

At Sermo, we believe that trustworthy medical content starts with real physicians. That’s why our articles on sermo.com are reviewed by practicing doctors from our physician-only community. 

These reviewers—respected, active physicians across a range of specialties—bring decades of clinical experience to the table. Their role is to ensure that each article is not only medically accurate, but also practical, relevant, and reflective of today’s clinical landscape. 

When you see “Reviewed by Dr. [Name]”, it means the content has been vetted for clinical integrity and real-world applicability by a physician who knows the challenges you face. 

What does “Reviewed by” mean?

When you see this note on a Sermo article, it means a licensed, practicing physician from the Sermo community has reviewed the content for medical accuracy, relevance, and tone. These reviews help ensure our articles meet the standards of real-world clinical practice. 

Are reviewers paid? 

Reviewers may receive a modest honorarium for their time but are never paid for endorsements. Their feedback is independent, experience-based, and editorially neutral.