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.
Dr. 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)
Dr. 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
Tami Gaddis, MT(ASCP)
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
Warren Gieck, B.Eng.
Chief Technical Officer
- Galaxy CCRO Business Development Officer
- 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
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
Dr. Lonnie Schwirtlich, MD
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
Dr. Richard E. Warrington, PhD
In Memoriam — Co-Founder (1937–2023)
- Co-founder of Galaxy CCRO and Proteome Sciences PLC, pioneering biomarker research with over 650 patents in diagnostics, therapeutics, and gene therapy
- Distinguished scientist with a Ph.D. in Microbiology (Reading University) and degrees from Oxford University, with leadership roles across government research and major pharmaceutical organizations
- Former Royal Air Force electrical engineer, specializing in radar navigation systems, and a lifelong innovator in microbiology and biotechnology
- Remembered as a visionary founder, devoted family man, and passionate mentor who brought curiosity, creativity, and humanity to science