Leadership

Dedicated to upholding the mission of Winship Cancer Institute, the leadership team oversees the ground breaking research and the world renowned patient care at Winship.

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Suresh S. Ramalingam, MD, FACP, FASCO

Executive Director
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University

As Executive Director, Dr. Ramalingam leads the growth and development of cancer research, clinical care, and education at Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University.

Adam Marcus, PhD

Deputy Director
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University

As Deputy Director, Dr. Marcus leads the integration of the research, clinical, and educational components within Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University.

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Lawrence Boise, PhD

Lawrence Boise, PhD

Associate Director for Education and Training
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University

Dr. Boise leads and coordinates research education, training, and mentorship activities at the cancer center as well as cultivates additional cancer-specific educational opportunities across the spectrum of learners.

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Theresa W. Gillespie, PhD, MA, BSN, FAAN

Theresa W. Gillespie, PhD, MA, BSN, FAAN

Associate Director for Community Outreach and Engagement
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University

Dr. Gillespie provides vision and oversight for Winship’s community-facing activities through its Community Outreach and Engagement program.

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Ildemaro J. González, MBA

Ildemaro J. González, MBA

Chief Diversity Officer
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University

Mr. Gonzalez oversees diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies at Winship to impact the Institute's research, clinical care, people, and community priorities while ensuring coordination and alignment with Emory Healthcare and Emory University.

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Douglas K. Graham, MD, PhD

Douglas K. Graham, MD, PhD

Chief and William G. Woods, M.D. Chair
Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center

Dr. Graham leads the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.

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Kimberly F. Kerstann, PhD

Kimberly F. Kerstann, PhD

Chief Administrative Officer
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University

As a member of the Winship senior leadership team, Dr. Kerstann oversees Winship's administrative, business, and clinical research operations.

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Timothy L. Lash, DSc, MPH

Timothy L. Lash, DSc, MPH

Associate Director of Population Sciences
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University

Dr. Lash directs the integration and strategic growth of population science-based research throughout Winship and its research programs.

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Gregory B. Lesinski, PhD, MPH

Gregory B. Lesinski, PhD, MPH

Associate Director for Basic Research and Shared Resources
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University

Dr. Lesinski provides oversight and direction for the development and growth of Winship's basic scientific activities across the cancer center’s four research programs.

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Sagar Lonial, MD, FACP

Sagar Lonial, MD, FACP

Chief Medical Officer
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University

Internationally recognized as a leading authority in multiple myeloma treatment and research, Dr. Lonial collaborates with leadership as Chief Medical Officer to coordinate and enhance clinical services and patient care throughout Winship.

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Ajay K. Nooka, MD, MPH, FACP

Ajay K. Nooka, MD, MPH, FACP

Associate Director of Clinical Research
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University

Dr. Nooka provides strategic oversight for all clinical research conducted at Winship, with a focus on supporting high-quality, safe and ethical research and ensuring that patients have equitable access to Winship’s innovative clinical trials.

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Stacy L. Palmer, MBA

Stacy L. Palmer, MBA

Vice President of Cancer Clinical Administration and Strategy
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University

Ms. Palmer is responsible for coordinating Winship's clinical strategy and supporting standardization of cancer care across Emory Healthcare's clinical sites and partners.

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Maria C. Russell, MD

Maria C. Russell, MD

Chief Quality Officer
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University

A surgical expert in the care of complex gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary malignancies, Dr. Russell as Chief Quality Officer collaborates with Winship leadership on tracking and improving patient services and satisfaction as well as focusing on cancer outcomes.

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