Our Leadership & Staff
Board of Directors
PeDRA’s Board of Directors is a group of dedicated leaders with a strong commitment to pediatric dermatology research. The Board provides governance, guidance, and oversight to ensure the organization fulfills its mission and advances impactful research.
Updated October 20, 2025
Yale School of Medicine
Mayo Clinic
Washington University
University of Colorado
University of Washington School of Medicine
Children’s National Hospital
University of California, Los Angeles
Harvard Medical School
Baylor College of Medicine
University of Toronto
The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids)
University of California, San Francisco
Gorlin Syndrome Alliance
Medical University of South Carolina
Penn State Health
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Staff
PeDRA is supported by a small group of staff who each play a unique role in supporting the organization, its programs, and its research activities.
Updated October 27, 2025
Mike Siegel joined PeDRA in 2018 following four years in nonprofit leadership and almost ten years in academic research and teaching. He seeks to strengthen PeDRA as an organization that brightens the future of children with skin disease and their families.
Jenn Dawson brings more than 15 years of mission-based nonprofit experience to her role overseeing PeDRA’s education and podcast activities. Jenn specializes in program development and works closely with key stakeholders to make sure the educational needs of members are being met.
Caitlin Haskell brings more than ten years of experience in strategic communications, events, and academic recruiting to her role at PeDRA. Caitlin is responsible for engaging the PeDRA community through all modes of communication.
David joined PeDRA in 2019 following more than 15 years of nonprofit development and fundraising experience. David’s experience and commitment to serving children in need will help PeDRA with the growing field of pediatric dermatology.
Katherine joined PeDRA in 2017 following more than five years as a clinical research coordinator for the Medical College of Wisconsin. Katherine’s knowledge and attention to detail help in her role supporting PeDRA’s many grant programs, committees, and research initiatives including Focused Study Groups and ongoing research studies.
Sherry Baluch brings a unique blend of clinical and technical experience to PeDRA. She attended medical school before earning a Master’s in Computer Science and transitioning into healthcare technology. In a previous role as a Technical Project Manager, she led strategic modernization initiatives to improve lab operations and data systems. Sherry is passionate about supporting PeDRA’s mission to advance collaborative research that improves the lives of children with skin disease.
Eunice Bolay joined PeDRA in 2023 as an intern supporting the PeDRA Annual Conference and now serves as the Membership and Operations Coordinator. She brings over three years of experience working with underrepresented communities and nonprofit organizations. In her current role, Eunice manages our member database, supports day-to-day operations, and serves as a key resource for both current and prospective members.
Amy Buros Stein is an expert in a variety of advanced statistical analyses and has contributed to more than 60 peer-reviewed publications in clinical, epidemiological, and basic science research. Dr. Stein provides centralized statistical support to PeDRA Members working on PeDRA Studies.
Hannah Chang is a fourth-year medical student at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. She has a background in economics from the University of Pennsylvania and over five years of experience in pediatric dermatology research, particularly in atopic dermatitis and vulvar dermatoses. At PeDRA, Hannah provides support for educational programs, the Board of Directors, and the PeDRA Annual Conference.