Our Mission
Our mission is to advance cancer care through education, collaboration, and innovation. By continuously disseminating vital oncology information, DAVA is dedicated to ensuring that the benefits of advancements in cancer care help patients.
Meet Our Team
At DAVA Oncology, our mission is to advance cancer care through education, collaboration, and innovative solutions for oncologists and their patients.
Dr. Vinay Jain
CEO
Dr. Vinay Jain is a board-certified medical oncologist with over 20 years of experience. He completed his residency at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation and a Fellowship at the National Cancer Institute. Dr. Jain is also the founder of Physician’s Education Resource (PER) and the President of the Jiv Daya and Shraman Foundations.
Dr. Kartik Vittala
Director of Business Development
Dr. Kartik Vittala is a Business Development Director at DAVA Oncology. He earned his medical degree in 2017 and conducted clinical research at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, collaborating with institutions like Johns Hopkins, USC, and NYU. He holds a B.S. in Neuroscience from the University of Texas at Dallas and represented the U.S.
Dr. Kathryn Gallaway
Associate Medical Director
Dr. Kathryn Gallaway, Associate Medical Director at DAVA Oncology, brings a unique blend of clinical expertise and passion for peer-to-peer education. A graduate of UT Southwestern, she distinguished herself through peer mentorship, receiving the Vanatta-Hesser-Schmalstieg Excellence in Tutoring Award. Her interest in oncology, sparked by Siddhartha Mukherjee’s “The Emperor of All Maladies,” fueled her active involvement in bone and soft tissue sarcoma research. She now channels her passion and expertise into creating and leading educational programs that empower community oncologists to deliver exceptional patient care.
Jiwon Lee
Senior Clinical Project Manager
Jiwon Lee is a Clinical Project Manager and Business Development Specialist at DAVA Oncology, playing a key role in advancing clinical operations. She joined the company in July 2019, contributing to both EU and US Clinical Operations teams as a Research Associate, building a strong foundation in clinical project management.
Gregory Pynes
Executive Director
Gregory Pynes serves as the Executive Director of Meetings, Branding, and Partnerships at DAVA Oncology. He oversees the planning and execution of oncology meetings, manages branding initiatives, and fosters strategic partnerships to advance the company’s mission of facilitating successful cancer drug development.