Experienced Leadership Across Science, Clinical Translation, and Operations

Galaxy CCRO is led by a hands-on leadership team responsible for scientific direction, technology development, and operational execution.

The team brings experience across biomarker research, clinical evaluation, and diagnostic development, with a focus on disciplined progress, evidence-driven decision making, and responsible translation into real-world use.

Terry Elder

Terry Elder, MD

President & CEO

Terry Elder, MD

President & CEO

  • Board-certified Emergency Medicine physician with 40+ years of experience
  • Co-founder of Proteome Sciences; pioneer in proteomics and biomarker discovery
  • Deep expertise translating frontline clinical needs into biotech innovation
  • Founded Galaxy CCRO after identifying GSTp as a critical stroke biomarker (2012)
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Ian Pike

Ian Pike, PhD

Chief Science Officer

Ian Pike, PhD

Chief Science Officer

  • 30+ years of leadership in proteomics, biomarkers, and biotech startups
  • Former Interim CEO, CSO, and Executive Director at Proteome Sciences
  • Led development and licensing of Tandem Mass Tag (TMT) technology to Thermo Fisher Scientific
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Tami Gaddis

Tami Gaddis

Chief Operating Officer

Tami Gaddis

Chief Operating Officer

  • Proven leader in operations, business growth, and strategy with a data-driven approach
  • Background in global medical research and humanitarian health initiatives
  • Specialist in diagnostic systems and scalable medical devices
  • ASCP-certified Medical Technologist
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Warren Gieck

Warren Gieck

Chief Technical Officer & Business Development

Warren Gieck

Chief Technical Officer & Business Development

  • Visionary in AI, machine learning, and digital health innovation
  • Led AI-driven health platforms, patented technologies, and funded research initiatives
  • Award-winning technologist and recognized industry speaker
  • Entrepreneur with strong strategic and commercial execution focus
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Richard Gaddis

Dr. Richard Gaddis III, DO

Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Richard Gaddis III, DO

Chief Medical Officer

  • Board-certified Internal Medicine physician with 25+ years of clinical experience
  • Cleveland Clinic–trained, specializing in complex diagnostics and chronic disease management
  • Senior physician and operations leader focused on clinical quality and diagnostic excellence
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Lonnie Schwirtlich

Dr. Lonnie Schwirtlich, MD, FACEP

Clinical Coordinator

Dr. Lonnie Schwirtlich, MD, FACEP

Clinical Coordinator

  • Board-certified Emergency Medicine physician with 40+ years of experience
  • Former Emergency Medical Director at major hospitals in Texas and Arizona
  • Leader in EMS and freestanding emergency center (FEC) deployment
  • Co-founder and Chief Medical Officer, Physicians Premier Emergency Centers
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Disclaimer

Leadership roles and responsibilities may evolve as development progresses. Information provided reflects current organizational structure.