Dr. Khera received her MD degree from Wayne State University in Detroit, MI and completed her neurology residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas (UTSW).  She then obtained further training in Behavioral Neurology & Neuropsychiatry. 

Her mother was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia in 2007 so she has seen the devastation that a neurodegenerative condition can wreak on a family.  She has joined Kerwin Medical Center in order to expand her reach in clinical research and, not only find a cure for Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD), but also to find more resources for care partners of dementia patients. 

Outside of work, she likes to spend time with her husband, Thom, and their two fur babies, a dog named Mocha and a cat named Earl Grey.  She loves trying new restaurants, doing yoga, and going to concerts.  

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Tiffini Hansen is a graduate from the University of California Polytechnic in San Luis Obispo, California where she earned a degree in psychology. Tiffini has been a psychometrist for over 10 years, with a focus on geriatrics. Tiffini has been married for 23 years and has two teenage boys who are heavily involved in baseball, so she spends most of her time at baseball fields on the weekend. Being part of a research team with so much heart and soul has been a blessing to her.   

Dr. Jim Harris earned a doctorate in clinical psychology from Baylor University, with internship at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School.  He conducts neuropsychological assessments, and has done dementia research seeking to promote effective treatment for Alzheimer’s disease since 2013.  He is published in peer-reviewed journals.  He provided neuropsychological services for Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas, and founded the Memory Clinic of Texas specializing in dementia assessment.  He became a member of the National Academy of Neuropsychology in 2003.  He has enjoyed serving as clinical faculty for the UTSW Medical School and Southern Methodist University directing doctoral students in their clinical work. 

Maddie joined KMC in 2023 as Practice Manager, and has transitioned into a Cognitive Rater role. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Texas A&M and a Master of Public Health specializing in Health Policy and Management from Johns Hopkins. 

Prior to joining KMC Maddie worked in process improvement and operations in a wide variety of settings, including patient access, a fully remote healthcare startup, and a robotic bariatric surgery clinic. She is excited to combine her passion for efficient and equitable healthcare with her passion for neuroscience and psychology in her role at KMC.

Outside of the office, Maddie can usually be found crocheting, trying new restaurants, and finding any excuse to take a nap.

In 2021, Caitlin achieved her Doctor of Pharmacy and Master of Science from Regis University School of Pharmacy in Denver, CO. She practiced as a Pharmacy Manager specializing in Medication Therapy Management in Ohio and Kentucky before moving to Texas to be closer to family. Caitlin has been passionate about clinical research since working as a research associate in pharmacy school, where she contributed to investigations in immunology and pharmacogenomics. She has been recognized for her leadership acumen by the American Pharmacists Association and the Pharmacy Leadership Society. 

As a research pharmacist with KMC, Caitlin is excited to utilize her passion for research and patient care to contribute to finding a cure for Alzheimer’s and dementia-related diseases.

Caitlin is newly married and enjoys exploring everything the Dallas area offers with her husband. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, cooking new recipes, and spending time with her puppy, Willie!

Tonya Harper is a highly experienced Clinical Research Pharmacy Technician with over 30 years in pharmacy practice, including more than 25 years specializing in sterile compounding. Originally from West Virginia and now calling Texas home, she is nationally and state certified and sterile compounding certified, with extensive expertise in USP <797> compliance and pharmacy regulations. Tonya is deeply passionate about clinical research, particularly the advancement of treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, driven by the opportunity to contribute to improved patient outcomes and the development of safe, effective therapies.

She is dedicated to a steadfast commitment to excellence in patient care and fosters a collaborative and positive work environment. Outside of her professional life, Tonya is deeply devoted to her family. She takes great pride in her role as a mother to her son and daughter and finds immense joy in being a grandmother to her twin grandsons, Griffin and Weston. Her family is the foundation of her strength and serves as her daily inspiration, grounding her both personally and professionally.  

Jordan Caldwell joined Kerwin Medical Center in August 2021 as a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator. She came to the role with six years of prior clinical research experience investigating new treatments for a multitude of psychological and neurological conditions. She graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with degrees in both Psychology and Biology.

Jordan has taken her desire to understand how the brain works to help the team at Kerwin Medical Center find new treatments. Her dedication and hard work show in the care and compassion she gives her patients. Through research and community education she believes that Kerwin Medical Center can make a difference in the fight against Alzheimer’s.

Jordan is a native Texan from the panhandle. When not at work she enjoys spending time with her husband, traveling, reading, and spoiling her cat.

Karen is a happy soul with a big personality. She is passionate about patient care and is always eager to work. She has several years of patient care experience as a medical office assistant, phlebotomist, specimen processor, and clinical researcher.  She earned her associate in science degree from Dallas College in 2020 and her Bachelors of Science in Public Health from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2023. 

Karen is a Latina woman who is bilingual in both English and Spanish and wants to share her research knowledge with minorities and the Spanish community. She has worked in both inpatient and outpatient care settings, providing patients with the best care out there.

Karen is happily married with a son and the sweetest dog. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, watching Korean dramas and stand-up comedy, exploring, and trying delicious new foods.

Megha joined Kerwin Medical Center in February 2022 as an intern through her Master’s program in Applied Cognition and Neuroscience at the University of Texas-Dallas. Upon her graduation from her Master’s program in 2022, she joined full-time as a Clinical Research Coordinator. She also graduated in 2021 with a B.S. in Neuroscience from the University of Texas-Austin.

Megha has always had a passion and interest in neuroscience. She has wanted to be a part of finding a cure since her grandfather passed away from Alzheimer’s Disease when she was young. She feels very strongly about helping patients with dementia, especially underrepresented populations. She wants to use her knowledge in neuroscience to help patients understand the science behind Alzheimer’s. 

Megha grew up in New Jersey and San Antonio, Texas. In her free time, she loves to attend yoga classes, travel, and be outdoors.