Meet The NORCARES Team at UC Davis Health

Empowering Research. Transforming Care.

Our mission is to establish a clinical research consortium lead site with a strong leadership team at its core. We recognize the vital importance of effective leadership in driving the success of NORCARES. Through visionary guidance and strategic planning, we aim to provide clear direction and goals, ensuring the efficient and impactful execution of clinical trials and the advancement of medical knowledge. By fostering collaboration and harnessing diverse expertise, we strive to cultivate a culture of innovation and excellence, promoting collaborative decision-making and creative problem-solving. Our dedicated leadership team inspires and supports our researchers, clinicians, and administrators, fostering their professional growth and development. Together, we endeavor to make a profound impact on patient care and improve outcomes through evidence-based medicine.

Daniel Nishijima, MD, MAS

Daniel Nishijima, M.D., M.A.S.
Hub PI
James Holmes, MD, MPH

James Holmes, M.D., M.P.H.
Junior Faculty Training Program (JFTP) Lead

Allyson Sage, RN, M.P.H.
NORCARES Hub Project Manager
Eric Hanson

Eric Hanson
Regulatory Specialist
Donovan Nielsen

Donovan Nielsen
NORCARES Hub Lead Research Coordinator
Lara Zimmermann, MD

Lara Zimmermann, M.D.
UC Davis Health Site PI for BOOST-3 and associated studies
2022-2023 Early Career Investigator

Angela Jarman, M.D.
Early Career Investigator

Cosby Arnold, M.D.
Early Career Investigator

David Dillon, M.D., Ph.D.
Early Career Investigator