Nick Health

Cancer is the defining health crisis of our time. Nearly every family is affected. And yet only a minority of patients globally receive optimal care. Nick Health is reimagining the cancer journey with a new kind of system: global, intelligent, and deeply human. For Dr. Sadrzadeh, this mission is personal. For Dr. Sadrzadeh, this mission is personal. He lost his grandfather in Iran not just to cancer, but to a lack of access. Years later, as a young doctor, he diagnosed his wife, now a survivor and Nick Health’s co-founder, with lymphoma. He was trained and has worked at top Universities and hospitals like Harvard University, when he realized that even in some of the best cancer centers in the world, patients still feel lost, uninformed, and unsupported. It wasn’t just a problem in developing countries; it is everywhere. These experiences shaped his life's work: bringing world-class, whole-person cancer care to anyone, anywhere.What began as a personal mission is now a scalable, tech-enabled platform poised to transform cancer care globally. We’re building the infrastructure for a new era of cancer support, accessible at the tap of a finger.

Dr. Hossein Sadrzadeh, M.D.

Co-founder & CEO

Dr. Hossein Sadrzadeh is an internationally recognized hematologist-oncologist and visionary leader committed to raising the global standard of cancer care. As Co-founder and CEO of Nick Health, he is pioneering a personalized, accessible model of cancer support that transcends borders.. He has held clinical and research roles at leading institutions, including Harvard, Massachusetts General Hospital, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and Boston University, where he was involved in groundbreaking cancer research. He has numerous publications, including in leading journals such as Blood, Journal of Clinical Oncology, and Cancer.




Dr. Zhaleh Alipour, Ph.D.

Co-Founder

Zhaleh Alipour, PhD, is the Chief Product Officer at Nick Health and a renowned expert in holistic and spiritual psychology. A graduate of Pennsylvania State University holding a PhD in Clinical Psychology, she leads the development of patient-centered, empathetic solutions that address the emotional and psychological needs of cancer patients. Internationally recognized for blending mysticism with modern psychology, she is also the creator of the widely acclaimed Didare Jaan program and a celebrated podcaster, writer, and researcher.





Prof. Lillie D. Shockney, RN.

Healthcare Advisor

Prof. Lillie D. Shockney, RN, is a globally recognized leader in cancer navigation, survivorship, and patient-centered care, and holds the title of University Distinguished Service Professor of Breast Cancer at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine—the only nurse in the institution’s history to receive this honor. A two-time breast cancer survivor, she has authored over 30 books and 350
articles, co-founded the Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators (AONN+), and serves on 18 medical advisory boards. She co-developed the nationally adopted Work Stride: Managing Cancer at Work program and was featured in the 2023 documentary “Lillie Shockney: Breakthrough Women in Science and Medicine.” With more than 62 awards, including national lifetime achievement honors, she continues to shape the future of cancer care through advocacy, innovation, and education.




Shervin Kamalian MD, MMSc

Healthcare Startup Advisor

Dr. Shervin Kamalian, MD, MMSc, is a Harvard-trained physician-scientist and commercialization expert who plays a key advisory role at Nick Health, guiding the company’s strategy to scale globally and deliver transformative cancer solutions. With deep expertise in value proposition refinement and go-to-market planning, he helps position Nick Health at the forefront of digital oncology innovation. Trained at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, and a graduate of Harvard Business School’s elite Commercializing Science program, Dr. Kamalian bridges clinical insight with business acumen—ensuring Nick Health’s offerings are clinically impactful and investor-ready. His ongoing work in advanced cancer imaging and startup advising makes him an invaluable asset in shaping Nick Health’s future.




Pamela Frank

Director of International Services

Pamela Frank is a globally recognized healthcare strategist with over 20 years of experience driving innovation, international partnerships, and business growth across the life sciences and health-tech sectors. She has held leadership roles at top institutions including Boston Children’s Hospital, Tufts Medical Center, and Children’s Mercy, and has advised several life science startups.
Pamela helped shape the medical travel and second opinion industry, playing a key role in establishing USCIPP and launching the first U.S. hospital PPO for international patients. A multilingual global health leader and MBA graduate of Thunderbird, she continues to advise nonprofits and organizations across 30+ countries, bringing a bold, strategic vision to healthcare innovation.




Robert Boyer

Associate Advisor

Robert Boyer is a seasoned healthcare executive with over two decades of experience driving revenue growth, building high-performing teams, and leading strategic business development. He has held senior leadership roles at organizations like Captive Resources, Summus Global, and DayTwo, where he implemented innovative solutions to improve healthcare access, outcomes, and cost control.
Bob`s expertise spans sales leadership, strategic partnerships, and go-to-market strategy, serving both major corporations and early-stage startups across the digital health landscape. With degrees in Finance and Healthcare Law, he brings a powerful blend of business acumen and industry insight to every initiative he leads.





John Morris

Business Development

John Morris is a seasoned healthcare executive with a proven track record in strategic planning, business development, and enterprise growth across providers, payers, and private equity. He has led high-impact initiatives at firms like Oliver Wyman, Hinge Health, and iNaira Healthcare, driving transformation through data, automation, and cross-sector alignment. With a unique blend of consulting and operational leadership, John excels at bridging strategy and execution to deliver measurable results in complex healthcare environments. A global leader and MBA graduate of Thunderbird, he has conducted business in over 35 countries and brings a powerful mix of innovation, cultural fluency, and mission-driven leadership to every role.




Payam Ghaderi

Program Manager

Payam leads strategic projects and digital health solutionsat at Nick Health, driving the integration of tech platforms that enhance patient experience and streamline operations. He ensures every initiative aligns with the company’s mission, delivering results on time and with precision. With strong cross-functional leadership and deep technical insight, Payam bridges innovation and execution to improve care and internal workflows.