Stephanie Bidegain
Stephanie Bidegain began her work with the Foundation in 2001 and has a passion for working with and helping the brain injury community.
Brianda Muñoz
She started working at Howard House in 2022 and loves seeing the difference she makes in brain injury patients’ lives. She is even taking the next step in her career by earning her CNA...
Kyle Cooprider
Kyle Cooprider suffered a brain injury following an automobile accident in Germany in 1989. Since his injury, Kyle has discovered his gifts as an artist. His art work was selected in 2009 for the...
Theo Cunnignham
Theo brings a strong background in healthcare and community service, with an Associate’s Degree in Medical Specialties and a Bachelor’s Degree in Health Administration.
Luke Stengler
I’m Luke Stengler, the SDBIF’s new Program Coordinator. As a recent graduate from the University of Arizona with a Bachelor’s in Neuroscience and Cognitive Science, I have a passion for assisting those who have...
Dan Gardner, M.D.
Dr. Gardner is a psychiatrist and psychoanalyst who treats psychiatric problems resulting from Traumatic Brain Injury.
Tina Dhesi-Bawa, PT, DPT, MBA
Tina Dhesi-Bawa, PT, DPT, MBA has served as the Director of Rehabilitation Services at Sharp Memorial Medical Center for the past five years and nearly two decades of clinical experience as a Physical Therapist.
Heike Kessler-Heiberg, MA, SLP-CCC
Heike is an Associate Professor at the San Diego Community College District’s Continuing Education’s Acquired Brain Injury Program and has taught at this program since 1989.
Kristine Negrete, DPT, NCS
Kristine Negrete, DPT, NCS is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist and Assistive Technology Professional. She graduated from A.T. Still University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy and then went...
Harish Hosalkar, M.D.
Recognized as one of San Diego’s most well-known and successful orthopedic surgeons, Dr. Harish is affiliated with multiple hospital systems in San Diego. Dr. Hosalkar is trained in neuromuscular orthopedic surgery, including management of...