The CTOAM Science Team is a group of dedicated cancer researchers and educators with diverse backgrounds in cell biology, biochemistry, immunology, oncology and clinical cancer, among others. Our precision oncology specialists are highly skilled, knowledgeable, compassionate people dedicated to ensuring you receive the best cancer care available in the world – including personalized research, advanced diagnostics and treatments, treatment monitoring and support, advocacy, education, and emotional support.
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Alex
Rolland, BSc (Honours with distinction) Molecular/Cell Biology
Co-Founder
and Director of Scientific Research
Alex Rolland is the CEO and co-founder of Cancer Treatment Options and Management. He is Molecular Oncology Scientist and Precision Cancer Medicine Specialist. As Director of Scientific Research at CTOAM, Alex conducts personalized research, facilitates tests, consults on treatment options, monitors treatment plans, and advocates directly for his clients. He completed his PhD studies in Medical Genetics at the Terry Fox Laboratory in Vancouver (BC Cancer Agency) and has over 30 years experience as a highly respected research scientist in cancer and oncogenomics. Discover more about Alex’s academic background and professional experience in the field of cancer research.
You’ll also learn what inspired him to leave the lab, as well as his coveted teaching role, and dedicate his career to helping cancer patients gain rapid access to the most effective treatments for their cancer. Alex is committed to changing the face of cancer care in Canada and throughout the world. His goal is to ensure that the CTOAM approach to cancer care becomes the standard of care, everywhere. Read more about Alex.
Michelle
Morand, MA, RCC
Co-Founder; Business Development and Client Care
Coordinator
As CTOAM co-founder, Michelle Morand is passionate about providing the highest quality of care to clients and their families. With a professional background in clinical counselling and business development, she’s now striving to make personalized genetic research available to everyone who receives a cancer diagnosis. Michelle’s goal for all CTOAM patients is to ensure that they receive the best possible cancer care as close to home – for as close to free – as possible. Read more about Michelle.
Noushin Moshgabadi, Research Scientist
enResearch scientist Noushin Moshgabadi loves helping connect people with better healthcare and cancer treatment through her work in medical science. Noushin has worked as a research scientist at Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC), UBC hospitals, the Vancouver Prostate Centre (VPC), and several Genetics and Molecular Biology laboratories at both Simon Fraser University and the University of British Columbia.
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Lindsey Toane
Lindsey has dedicated her two-decade medical career to ensuring patients and their family members receive the very best medical care possible. She believes every patient should be treated as if they were one’s own family member.
Tara Ryan
Tara Ryan has dedicated her decade long career in pharmacy to ensuring patients and their family members have the best possible care, and she is now so excited to use her skills and passion for helping others as part of the CTOAM family.
Saima Paracha, MD
Saima is a graduate of the Medical Sciences program from Dow University of Health Sciences in Pakistan. She has completed a post graduate diploma program in Public Health Data Analysis from University of Victoria and has worked as a Physician Assistant and Research Assistant in different specialties for several years.
Saima has seen many people in her life affected by cancer and is dedicated to helping others with cancer get the right treatment. She knows how effective Precision Cancer Medicine is – that it offers a way to help eliminate cancer faster and with reduced side-effects, which is why she is passionate about her work with CTOAM.
She is inspired by new medical technologies and advancements in medicine. Ultimately Saima is motivated to help lessen other people’s suffering wherever possible. In her spare time, Saima likes to cook, bake, and watch medical dramas on television.
Sean Anselmo, BHSc, MDSA
Sean holds a Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) Specialization in Bioinformatics and a Masters in Data Science and Analytics, both from the University of Calgary.
Sean is knowledgeable in the field of genetics and is excited to work with novel precision medicine diagnostics. Sean has experience in medical genetics labs and transforming data into legible metrics. With expertise in computer science, genetics, and data science, he is interested in genome analysis and data aggregation.
He is motivated by the progress in Precision Medicine, and is passionate about bringing this technology to more people that need it.
In his spare time, Sean enjoys watching hockey, trips to the Alberta mountains, and spending time with his dog.
Dr. Alaknanda Dhotre (MD, MBA, RAQC, MA)
Dr. Alaknanda is a seasoned physician and researcher with over 16 years of experience in the fields of molecular bioscience, medicine, research and strategy in healthcare, pharma, medical devices, diagnostics, AI-ML applications, and regulatory affairs. She has worked with the USFDA, Health Canada, EMA, and Asian regulatory affairs and QMS.
She has completed her medical graduation (MD) from Seth G.S. Medical College and KEM Hospital, Mumbai; her Master's in Family Medicine from Christian Medical College (CMC) Vellore; her MBA and clinical trial certification from Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, USA; and post-graduation work in regulatory affairs and quality control from Seneca College, Ontario, Canada, with President’s Honors. She has also done MA in English Literature with distinction from Mumbai University. She is an accomplished academic and a recipient of multiple gold medals.
Dr. Tara Kashkoulinejad Kouhi, PhD
Dr. Tara Kashkoulinejad Kouhi, PhD is a scientist in life science with a multidisciplinary background. Born and raised in Iran, Tara earned her bachelor’s degree in genetics and advanced her expertise through a master’s and PhD in cellular and molecular biology, focusing on signaling pathways involved in cancer.
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Kimberly Lauren Bryant
Kimberly’s passion for writing and visual media lends itself well to her work at CTOAM: she’s thrilled to have the opportunity to create content that educates people about precision oncology – and hopefully inspires them to seek out these life-saving tests and treatments for themselves or loved ones. Read more about Kimberly.
Irene Orallo
Irene is a social media manager with a strong foundation in healthcare and a passion for compassionate, purpose-driven communication.
Irene has been with CTOAM since 2019 where she assists in content creation and scheduling. She also manages data and supports the marketing team in delivering campaigns that inform, support, and empower patients. Irene cares deeply about helping to bring compassionate and insightful precision cancer medicine resources and content to patients and their loved ones. Read more about Irene.
Brittany Broderson
Brittany Broderson is a dedicated video producer with a strong passion for crafting compelling and impactful content. She is a graduate of Mount Royal University’s Broadcasting Program and brings both technical expertise and creative vision to her work. Outside of production, Brittany enjoys spending time with her cats, diving into a good book, and unwinding with her favorite reality TV shows. Read more about Brittany.
Eric Hughes
With over 20 years entrepreneurial experience, Eric has built up a wealth of knowledge in all aspects of small to large business internet development. This knowledge and experience ranges from financing, marketing, particularly internet marketing, and web programming, to supply-line management.
Eric has a broad range of highly technical and skilled experience with computers. Eric is capable of everything from constructing a PC from parts to installing any and all software and peripherals. Eric has built and configured networks in small and large settings, constructed large online systems for business management, completed websites with hundreds of pages all the way to one page online business cards.
In his spare time, Eric plays the saxophone in and around Victoria and Vancouver BC.
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