LEADERSHIP TEAM

Dr. Cabrera leads all PRL clinical research initiatives. With deep expertise in human physiology and over two decades of clinical anesthesiology experience, he has overseen hundreds of clinical trials since 2016, particularly in the areas of blood pressure, pulse oximetry, respiratory rate, and temperature monitoring. His work in hypoxia and hemodynamic research has included the placement of approximately 3,000 arterial catheters since 2022. Most recently, he has played a key role in the working group for the upcoming ISO 81060-7 standard for cuffless blood pressure devices and led the clinical investigation that supported FDA approval of the first over-the-counter cuffless blood pressure monitor in the U.S.

In addition to his research leadership, Dr. Cabrera is a board-certified anesthesiologist who has practiced in Colorado since 1995. Over his tenure, he held numerous leadership positions including Department Chairman, CFO/COO, and served on the Medical Executive Committee. He was instrumental in growing a private anesthesia practice into a larger, multidisciplinary organization that was eventually acquired by a national group. Throughout his career, Dr. Cabrera has remained committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and advancing patient care through rigorous research and medical device validation.

Lana exceeds over 25 years of experience in healthcare and over three decades as a small business owner. She is responsible for operational leadership, strategic planning, and organizational growth, with a focus on ensuring clinical and business functions are aligned for efficiency, compliance, and quality outcomes.

Her background combines clinical expertise with entrepreneurial management, bringing a unique perspective to healthcare operations. Lana holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master’s in Business Administration. She is a licensed Registered Nurse and certified in Neonatal Intensive Care.

Anne provides extensive experience in medical device research, specializing in the validation of non-invasive blood pressure technologies. She oversees the design and execution of clinical studies that ensure data accuracy, regulatory compliance, and real-world relevance. Her work supports device developers in achieving FDA clearance and demonstrating clinical performance.

Anne’s background includes 15 years at a medical device research laboratory, where she played a key role in establishing and expanding its blood pressure testing program. Her expertise in non-invasive device validation is grounded in hands-on clinical experience and a deep understanding of regulatory requirements.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Colorado Boulder and has been a licensed Registered Nurse since 2008.

Nanette oversees compliance across all clinical trials conducted at PRL. She ensures that studies adhere to ISO 14155, ICH E6 (R3), and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards, maintaining the integrity and reliability of clinical data through rigorous quality systems and internal oversight.

Dr. Colip brings over 20 years of experience in healthcare, including more than a decade as a practicing anesthesiologist and department head. Since 2022, she has worked in clinical research, applying her background in medicine and quality systems to trial monitoring, risk management, internal auditing, and staff training.

She earned her MD from the University of Kansas Medical Center and completed her anesthesia residency at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, where she served as Chief Resident. She also holds a B.A. in Human Biology, magna cum laude, from the University of Kansas. Dr. Colip is a member of the American Society of Anesthesiologists and the Association of Clinical Research Professionals.

Sara is responsible for the technical oversight of clinical trials and device validation. She works closely with sponsors to ensure technologies align with clinical research goals and regulatory standards, translating complex technical requirements into actionable insights for cross-functional teams. She also leads and supports internal technology initiatives that enhance data integrity and operational efficiency.

Sara brings over 14 years of experience in medical device development and clinical research. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, she led the design of Class II and III medical devices, and later served as Technical Director overseeing study design, device integration, and data analysis for clinical trials.

Her areas of expertise include medical device validation (FDA, ISO, IEC), wearable and cuffless technologies, technical protocol development, secure data management, rapid prototyping, and risk management strategies such as FMEA and CAPA. Sara holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Colorado.