LEADERSHIP
We are on a mission to address the challenges that result from rapid changes in the science, technology and business of next-generation cancer care.
Russell Ingersoll, PhD
Executive Vice President, Development
Russell Ingersoll joined Trapelo Health in 2010 bringing 15 years of healthcare information technology experience and proven success with the design and commercialization of information-based technology products for the clinical and life science industries. Prior to joining Trapelo, Russ served as VP of Product Development for MedTrust Online, an oncology-centric information portal; Senior Director of Business Development at Phylogeny, Inc., a functional genomics services company; co-Founder of Folio Biosciences, a biobank of clinically annotated specimens and co-founder of BioProtocol, an interactive laboratory protocol system for the research community. Russ received a BS in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Arizona, a PhD in Pharmacology and Toxicology from the University of Arizona College of Pharmacy and completed his post-doctoral training at the University of California, Berkeley.
Janine Morales, PhD
Vice President Clinical Data, Curation and Application
Janine Morales joined Trapelo Health in 2011 and oversees a team of editors and curators with deep expertise in molecular oncology. Her group is responsible for maintaining the company’s comprehensive knowledge-base summarizing published data pertaining to molecular biomarkers as predictors of response to targeted therapies in oncology. Janine also led the development of the company's framework for the systematic evaluation and synthesis of molecular clinical evidence as well as the principles guiding the presentation of molecular evidence in patient specific reports. She brings 15 years of editorial and information management experience in the biotech and medical sectors and was a member of research and development teams at Elan Corp. and DNAX Research Institute (acquired by Merck & Co). Janine received a BS in Biochemistry from the University of Rochester and earned her PhD in Pharmacology from the University of California, San Francisco.
Karan Cushman
Head of Brand, User Experience, Marketing and The Precision Medicine Podcast
Karan Cushman joined Trapelo Health in 2016 and leads the company in maintaining a user-centered interface, strategic marketing communications program and strong brand equity for its innovative precision medicine platform, Trapelo. She is also the executive producer and host of The Precision Medicine Podcast. She is a marketing, design, and user-experience veteran who has spent more than 25 years immersed in the health, life science and biomedical industries. Her award-winning work in these industries has been recognized globally for driving engagement, support and brand loyalty. Karan received dual degrees from Rochester Institute of Technology in design and photography. She is an IBM-certified Enterprise Design Thinking facilitator and a cancer survivor.
Maksim Khasin
Head of Development
Maksim Khasin joined Trapelo Health in 2013 and oversees all aspects of software implementation, architecture and integrations. He has extensive experience in software and product development, data analysis, and enterprise healthcare technology. He holds a Master of Science degree in Genetic Counseling from Mount Sinai School of Medicine. His unique background and experience enables him to effectively design and implement software optimized for end users and manage the day-to-day operations of a large and diverse team.
Courtney Moss
Project Manager
Courtney Moss joined Trapelo Health in 2022 and leads the company in implementation and on-boarding of health systems to its innovative precision medicine platform, Trapelo. She comes to the organization with over 8 years of healthcare experience, including clinical experience as a Certified Nurse Assistant. She is a First Lieutenant Medical Planner in the United States Army Reserve, is a Certified Project Management Professional, and certified in Epic’s Bridges module. She also completed her Certificate in Health Equity and Health Disparities from California State University, San Bernardino where she graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Health Care Management and Masters of Science in Health Services Administration.