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Wei Xu, MD, MBE

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48 Director of Clinical Research
61  weixu@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
45  (215) 662-6083
99  Bibliography
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Wei received her medical degree from Xiangya School of Medicine at Central South University and completed her residency in Internal Medicine at the Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine Affiliated Tongren Hospital. She subsequently earned a Master’s in Bioethics from the University of Pennsylvania. Wei has decades of experience in biomedical, clinical, and translational research experience both in academia and the industry. In recent years, her focus has been on clinical research, dedicating over a decade to cancer clinical research at Penn. Her work has been featured in prestigious journals such as Nature Medicine, Nature, Cancer Cell, Immunity, Cancer Discovery, and the Journal of Clinical Investigation. Currently, Wei is responsible for managing and overseeing operations within the RadOnc CRU to align with our department's research mission, while ensuring adherence to protocols, SOPs, GCP, and compliance with the applicable regulatory requirements in clinical research. For a comprehensive list of Wei's publications: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/1FcqatggHCik9d/bibliography/public/

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Kelly Clark, MA

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43 Research Project Manager
6f  Kelly.Clark3@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
45  (215) 349-8594
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Kelly Clark, MA, joined the Radiation Oncology team at Penn Medicine as a Research Project Manager in January 2023.  She earned her Master’s degree in Psychology from American University in 2013 with a specialization in clinical psychology and the assessment of body image and muscularity and her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Wake Forest University in 2010.  Prior to joining the team at Penn, she worked as a Program Manager in pediatric health research at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.  Her passion for oncology-related research was fostered during her time spent working with the non-profit Cancer Support Community, where Kelly helped to expand a cancer patient and caregiver registry and conducted psychosocial research on the cancer experience.  She is originally from the Philadelphia area and currently resides in Roxborough where she lives with her senior rescue dog Ginger and enjoys reading, spending time with family and friends, and following Philadelphia and Wake Forest sports.  

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Ching Lai

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43 Research Project Manager
69  Ching.Lai@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
45  (215) 614-1894
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Ching is a Research Project Manager in the Department of Radiation Oncology Clinical Research Unit (CRU). She manages a team of CRCs, monitors compliance for trials assigned to her team, conducts study start-up, and develops budgets. Previously, she worked as a Clinical Research Coordinator at the University of Pennsylvania’s Center for Studies of Addiction. Ching has a bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Delaware. In her time off, she enjoys traveling and eating.

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Michell Kim DeSilva, MFA

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48 Regulatory Affairs Specialist
7b  Michell.KimDeSilva@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
4d  (215) 760 – 2487
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Michell is a Regulatory Affairs Specialist in the Department of Radiation Oncology Clinical Research Unit (CRU). She assists the CRU with new study start-up, submissions to regulatory bodies, audits, and regulatory compliance. Previously, she worked as a Regulatory Coordinator at Northwestern University and as a research assistant in social psychology labs. Michell has a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Northwestern University and a master's degree in Creative Writing from The New School. In her spare time, she writes novels.

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Bobby George

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44 Data Manager/Data Analyst
6f  Bobby.George@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
45  (215) 615 5645
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Bobby George is the data manager/data analyst at the Radiation Oncology Clinical Research Unit and the data analyst for the Radiation Oncology Data Analytics Group. He is a computer engineer with over 30 years of experience in many industries, such as software, construction, manufacturing, healthcare, and pharmaceuticals. Most recently, for the last 17 years, he has worked as the Systems Administrator for the Division of Neonatology at PennMedicine and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. He enjoys new technology and gadgets, traveling, and trying new cuisines.

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Hien Lu 

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5a Associate Director, RADComp Coordinating Center
65  hien.lu@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
45  (215) 662-6694
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Prior to coming to Penn Medicine, Hien has worked in education and with non-profit organizations throughout the Philadelphia Area. She started her research career at Penn in palliative care research and has overseen a large quality improvement program aimed at improving care for Veterans at the end of life.  She is currently working on a national breast cancer trial comparing two types of radiation therapy funded by the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute.  In her spare time, she spends an inordinate amount of time planning her next meal. 

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Ashley Feriozzi 

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61 Research Project Manager, RADComp Coordinating Center
75  ashley.feriozzi@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
45  (215) 615-3272
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Ashley Feriozzi, BS, has been with Penn Medicine for 13 years. She began her career in 2011 as a Research Assistant in the Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, focusing on mitral regurgitation and LVAD trials. In 2013, she transitioned to the Department of Radiation Oncology, initially serving as a Clinical Research Coordinator before advancing to Research Project Manager for the RadComp Coordinating Center in 2017. In her current role, Ashley manages the central adjudication process for cardiac clinical events and deaths, oversees the transition of sites to a central call center, and ensures high data compliance rates across all institutions. Outside of work, she enjoys family trips to the Jersey shore, baking, and watching the Real Housewives.

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Amanda Driscoll

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5b Regulatory Affairs, RADComp Coordinating Center
75  amanda.driscoll@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
45  (215) 430=3556
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Amanda oversees the regulatory requirements for a large multi-site study comparing two types of radiation treatment for breast cancer.  She joined the Department of Radiation Oncology in 2022 and is currently pursuing a Masters in Regulatory Affairs at the University of Pennsylvania. 

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Emily Xiong

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48 Clinical Research Coordinator
6d  Emily.Xiong@Pennmedicine.upenn.edu
45  (267) 299-9615
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Emily is a Clinical Research Coordinator in the Department of Radiation Oncology Clinical Research Unit (CRU). She graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in May 2024 with a bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience and minors in Chemistry and Psychology. She previously worked as a Clinical Research Assistant for the Center for Weight and Eating Disorders and as a Wet Lab Research Assistant for the Division of Translational Medicine and Human Genetics. In her free time she enjoys reading, baking, swimming, and drawing.  

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Karen Tang

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48 Clinical Research Coordinator
6d  Karen.Tang1@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
45  (267) 299-9618
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Karen Tang joined Radiation Oncology team at Penn Medicine as a Clinical Research Coordinator in May 2023. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences from Drexel University in 2022. Karen enjoys food, stay indoors, spending time with family and friends.

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Katharine Russman

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48 Clinical Research Coordinator
79  Katharine.Russman@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
41  445-800-5697
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Kat is a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator with experience conducting and supporting clinical trials in multiple fields, including neurology and oncology.  After obtaining her degrees in Ecology & Environmental Biology and Psychology in Colorado, she returned to her home state, Maryland, and got her start as a Clinical Research Assistant in Baltimore where her passion for research was established.  Over the years, she has led numerous clinical trials and registries from start-up through completion and has contributed to several publications that emanated from this research.  She plans to pursue graduate education to advance her skills in medical and social research.  Outside of the office, Kat loves to travel, read thriller novels, and spend time with her senior pug, Gizmo.

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Khulood Salman

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48 Clinical Research Coordinator
65  salmank@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
49  (215) 615 - 2369
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Khulood joins the department as a Clinical Research Coordinator. She received her Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from Drexel University. Previously, she worked as a clinical research coordinator at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). During her time at CHOP, she was involved in a culinary nutrition study for cancer patients' caregivers, exploring the feasibility of a food-medicine approach to help alleviate common symptoms experienced by cancer patients undergoing treatment. Prior to that, she worked as a clinical research assistant at CHOP, focusing on a genetic study of vascular anomalies. In her free time, Khulood enjoys, hiking, baking and traveling to new countries

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Marlowe Estioko

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48 Clinical Research Coordinator
75  Marlowe.Estioko@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
45  (267) 343-6483
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Coming from a family of medical professionals, Marlowe began exploring medicinal careers at Temple University. He found his passion for clinical research while volunteering at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, performing well enough to become a fully fledged clinical research coordinator. Continuing his journey, he attained a Master of Science degree in Medical Physiology from Case Western Reserve University, where he concluded he is most interested in & dedicated to personally performing clinical research. After gaining vital experience from Cleveland Clinic, he returned to Philadelphia and Penn Medicine to continue professional & career development under the fantastic tutelage of investigator and senior research professional mentors. In his free time, Marlowe loves learning food recipes and experimenting with his own twists on ingredients & cooking techniques.

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Pradhita Kolluru

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48 Clinical Research Coordinator
77  Pradhita.Kolluru@PennMedicine.upenn.edu
41  215-964-0836
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Pradhita is a Clinical Research Coordinator with extensive experience in scientific research, patient care, and healthcare access. She worked previously as a CRC at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia in the Emergency and Pediatric Oncology Departments.

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Prior to this role, Pradhita served as a Patient Advocate with the National Health Corps AmeriCorps. She aided patients in accessing essential medications through Patient Assistance Programs and galvanized a remote patient monitoring initiative. She is an alumnus of the University of Pittsburgh, with a major in Health Information Management.

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In her free time, Pradhita enjoys traveling with her husband and snuggling with her cat, Joey Electric. 

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Saishravan Shyamsundar

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48 Clinical Research Coordinator
83  Saishravan.Shyamsundar@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
41  215-760-9558
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Saishravan Shyamsundar is a Clinical Research Coordinator in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Perelman School of Medicine. He graduated with a Masters in Biomedical Sciences from Geisinger College of Health Sciences. He is excited to be a part of an amazing team advancing medicine and improving patient outcomes.

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Sonya George

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48 Clinical Research Coordinator
6f  sonya.george@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
41  267-760-7636
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Sonya is a Clinical Research Coordinator in the Department of Radiation Oncology Clinical Research Unit and is excited to be part of the team. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Psychology from Villanova University and her medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine. Through her clinical training, Sonya has seen how research plays an important role in shaping treatment decisions, informing clinical guidelines, and improving patient outcomes. She is passionate about contributing to research that enhances care for both current and future patients and she plans to pursue residency in the future. Outside of work, Sonya enjoys spending time with family and friends, hiking, traveling, and exploring new cuisines.

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Aishi Ayyanthan

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66 Clinical Research Coordinator, RADComp Coordinating Center
75  Aishi.Ayyanthan@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
41  215-662-6418
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Aishi Ayyanthan (she/her) is a clinical research coordinator in our department. She graduated from Rice University in 2024 with a BA in Sociology, and a BS in Biology. She previously worked as a research assistant in the Department of Molecular and Human Genetics at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX.  Outside the lab, she enjoys running, attending concerts, and spending time with family and friends. She is very excited to be a part of the team!

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Jennifer Margolis

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66 Clinical Research Coordinator, RADComp Coordinating Center
79  Jennifer.Margolis@PennMedicine.upenn.edu
41  215-964-1507
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I graduated from the University of Michigan with a BA in Psychology and a minor in Creative Writing.  My passion for research grew while I worked at the Monell Chemical Senses Center researching the mechanisms of olfaction.  I’m a South Jersey native and in my free time I enjoy reading, crocheting, snowboarding, watching movies, and spending time with friends and my cat Ziggy.  I’m super excited to be a part of the team!

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