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Our team is dedicated to improving children’s lives and bringing hope to their families. NeuroKids has the technical expertise, proven success, and demonstrated commitment to make a difference.

Board of Directors

Benjamin Warf, MD

Founder & Chairman of the Board

Ashley Birch, NP

Board Director

Jacob Lepard, MD

Board Director

Sergio Mainetti, MA

Board Director

Sarah Wineland, MSW

Board Treasurer

Staff

Derek Johnson

CEO & Board Secretary

Meskerem Denekew, RN

Senior Program Coordinator

Charles Howard

Senior Program Advisor

Joanna Papadakis

Clinical Administrator

Krissy Close, MPH

Program Director

Advisors

Steven Schiff, MD, PhD, FACS

Senior Research Advisor

Ryan Gillespie, PhD

Board Advisor

Kurt Ling

CEO Coach

Neurosurgeon Mentors

Benjamin Warf, MD

Founder & Chairman of the Board

Jacob Lepard, MD

Board Director

Kachinga Sichizya

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