Physicians, Researchers &Music Medicine Pioneers
Our interdisciplinary team combines decades of medical expertise, clinical research, and music therapy to transform the surgical experience.
Founding Team
Alice Hudnall Cash
Ph.D., LCSW
One of the world's few clinical musicologists with over 40 years of professional experience. Based in Louisville, Kentucky, Dr. Cash brings expertise as a college professor, clinical therapist, and solo/chamber music performer. Since 1990, she has conducted clinical research at the University of Louisville School of Medicine and founded three companies including Surgical Serenity Solutions. In 2008, she received US Patent 7,431,689 for her unique perioperative music process.
Lisa M. Gallagher
PhD, MT-BC
Founder of the Music Therapy Program at Cleveland Clinic and Research Program Manager for the Arts & Medicine Department. Dr. Gallagher has published extensively in Supportive Care in Cancer, Journal of Palliative Medicine, and The Lancet. Recipient of the Blair L. Sadler International Healing Arts Award.
Aaron Drake
Highly collaborative technology leader with 18 years of diverse IT experience. Known for aligning individual talents to organizational goals and inspiring team members at all levels to find unique solutions for each project.
“Dr. Alice H. has as many facets as a well cut diamond. She is an educated and experienced professional musician, as well as a well-respected professional counselor and business woman. My wife experienced the positive benefits of music to aid her through two complicated surgeries successfully.”— Jack Allen SPHR, Senior Consultant, JCA Consulting LLC
Expert Advisors
World-class physicians, researchers, and industry veterans guiding our mission.
Dr. Yasser Nawara
CPHQ
Graduate of Cairo University Faculty of Medicine with 20+ years experience in Clinical Medicine, Healthcare Quality, and Hospital Management. Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality with 30+ CME courses from Harvard Medical School. Focus on Middle East and African markets.
Dr. Candice Williams
MD, DBA
Board-certified anesthesiologist and pain medicine physician who transitioned to music production. Founder of Prelude, PC, helping individuals improve pain, mental health, and sleep through music. Her relaxation music catalog is being developed for hospital and clinical settings.
Dr. Michael Peck
MD
Over thirty years as a practicing anesthesiologist with extensive academic experience as co-director of neuroanesthesia. Founding member and partner of one of the largest anesthesia providers in the United States. US Patent owner and thought leader in healthcare innovation.
Todd Staples
Former US Marine and medical device sales consultant with 16 years experience at Pfizer, Stryker, Covidien, Hill Rom, Moog Medical, and Teleflex Medical. BS in Biochemistry from UC San Diego. Founder of TASSMA, focused on strategic sales for healthcare startups.
Dr. Crystal Sahner
PsyD
Doctorate in clinical psychology from Illinois School of Psychology and undergraduate degree in music therapy from DePaul University. Advisor to Surgical Serenity Solutions since 2005 with a clinical private practice in Louisville, KY.
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