Clinical Trials
The GOA Research Team oversees an active clinical research program through the Women’s Cancer Research Foundation (WCRF). These efforts continually produce exciting advancements in the care of gynecologic malignancies.
To see currently open, recently closed, and completed prospective trials, click here. For a list of publications detailing the results of trials sponsored by the WCRF click here.
You may qualify for one or more clinical trials during the course of your treatment. If this is the case, our Research Team will become actively involved in your care.
Bram Goldstein PhD, Senior Research Fellow Dr. Goldstein completed his undergraduate and graduate studies in clinical neuropsychology at the University of Arizona. His dissertation was written on the neuropsychological treatment of dyslexia, for which he was awarded the University of Arizona Graduate Foundation Fellowship. He has held research fellowships in neurologic oncology at the University of Pennsylvania, the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, and UCLA. He has authored more than 70 medical research publications and currently studies the therapeutic impact of novel surgical techniques and chemotherapy on patient survival rates.
Katrina Lopez, Research DirectorKatrina has prior experience in several clinical care areas including outpatient Pediatrics, adult Optometry and Pulmonary Critical Care. Ms. Lopez is a certified clinical research coordinator and oversees all clinical aspects of prospective trial initiation, data collection and protocal adherence.
Marie Wabe, Research Coordinator.Marie earned a Bachelor of Science degree in health sciences at California State University, Fullerton. She completed a physical therapy internship in association with U.S. Health Works. Marie has prior experience as an Oncology research assistant. She has been a volunteer for the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer organization and an educator for the Peer Health Education Program. Marie is currently continuing her education at the University of California, Irvine.
Carlina Thomas, Executive Director.Carlina earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, Marketing & Strategic Planning from California State University, Long Beach. She has served as former President of the Hazardous Waste Association of California, Huntington Beach Neighborhood Watch Program, and the Parent Teacher Association of the Dr. Ralph E. Hawes Elementary School. Ms. Thomas oversees all non-clinical and financial aspects of WCRF.