Leadership Team
We are grateful to have leadership team filled with inspiring and dedicated members with a broad range of experience.
Leadership Team
Gary Michelson, MD
2024 GFC Humanitarian Award WBMF
Co-chair of Michelson Philanthropies and a world-renowned orthopedic surgeon and innovator specializing in spinal surgery. Involved in philanthropic work, spanning across medical research, education, and animal welfare. Inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame and National Academy of Inventors.
Cameron Piron, MS
2024 GFC Pioneer in Technology Award WBMF
Industry-recognized leader and innovator in image-guided surgery. Awarded University of Waterloo’s Alumni Achievement medal for leading Sentinelle Medical in researching and manufacturing leading-edge MRI technologies that allow physicians to diagnose breast cancer and other medical conditions accurately and faster.
Sujuan Ba, PhD
2024 GFC Pioneer in Medicine Award WBMF
President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Foundation for Cancer Research (NFCR). One of the top 300 Women Leaders in Global Health.
Senator Ben Allen
2024 GFC Pioneer in Healthcare Policy Award WBMF
California State Senator representing the 24th Senate District, covering the Westside, Hollywood, South Bay, and Santa Monica Mountains communities of the Los Angeles County. First elected in 2014 and serving his third term in State Senate.
Ira Soebroto-Bullo
2024 GFC Gold Axon Leadership Award WBMF
Chairwoman of WBMF Citizen Committee 2024.
Azadeh Rostami
Intern 2024
My ultimate goal is to become a research scientist specializing in neuroscience pharmacology, particularly in the field of neuropharmacology. I am passionate about contributing to advancements in veteran health through my research and dedicated efforts in the field.
Mostafa RezayatiZoj
Research Fellow 2024
A master’s student in clinical psychology and neuroscience at Pavia University, Italy
My background is psychology at Yazd University, Iran
Putri Caesa
Research Fellow 2024
Passionate about child development and well-being, I am deeply immersed in the realms of autism and pediatric neuroscience. My fervent interest stems from a commitment to understanding and supporting children facing neurological challenges. Through research and advocacy, I strive to advance our knowledge of pediatric neurological conditions, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to bridge research, clinical practice, and community support services. With a focus on early intervention and holistic approaches, I aim to empower children and families to thrive, driving meaningful change and improving outcomes in the field.
