Combining expertise in HEOR & Market Access.
HEOR: Health Economics and Outcomes Research
Connor Buffel
CEO
Connor holds a Master’s of Biomedical Technology. His focus on the crossroads of science and business is ideally suited to deliver client value in market access. Connor has a strong interest in highly specialized technologies, such as gene therapy, where innovative modeling approaches and value communication strategies are critical for success.
Tinne Braspenning
COO & CFO / HEOR & Market Access Consultant
Tinne is an Economist by education with a broad interest in data analyses, value communication, and project management. As COO/CFO, she is overlooking day-to-day administrative and operational functions and managing financial actions within ISMS . Besides, Tinne has a hands-on experience in HEOR & Market Access projects bringing them to a next level while safeguarding quality, budget, and timelines.
Geert Vander Stichele
CSO
His passion for healthcare and modeling sent him to KU Leuven where he combined a Pharmaceutical Science degree with a Master in Econometrics. The drive for creativity and independence resulted in the creation of his own company (ISMS) where he put together a team that developed communication campaigns for doctors and patients for pharmaceutical companies, in addition to building economic models.
David (Xin) Zhao
Modeling Analyst, Genetic Epidemiology
David holds a Ph.D. in Food Microbiology with a strong foundation in leveraging machine learning for medical applications. His expertise lies at the intersection of cutting-edge AI-technology, bioinformatics and healthcare innovation, ensuring impactful client solutions in digital health. David is passionate about bridging microbiology and epidemiology with computational biology and advancing data and AI-driven methodologies to address complex challenges in healthcare and biotech.
Pedram Torabian
Modeling Analyst, Genetic Epidemiology
Pedram holds master’s degrees in Human Genetics and Medical Sciences, blending theoretical knowledge with wet and dry lab expertise. His skills include lab techniques in cell culture, RNA interference, proteomics, alongside computational expertise in bioinformatics and data science. Currently focused on spatial transcriptomics and AI/machine learning, he uses Python, R, and high-performance computing tools for biological research, applying his expertise to rare disease genomics and epidemiology.
Michelle Luypaert
Science & Value Communication Consultant
As Master in Clinical Biomedical Sciences with a focus on the detail-oriented, problem solving and creative side, Michelle has a broad background and expertise. She doesn’t only contribute to conceptual and scientific aspects of the models and tools we develop at ISMS, but also to clear, targeted communication and design. Creating the best product to improve health and quality of life of patients as a team gives her great fulfillment.
Sarah Verschueren
Market Access Communication Expert
Sarah’s academic training was focused on Biomedical Physics and Engineering. After obtaining a PhD in Biomedical Physics, she worked for ISMS, becoming an expert in healthcare communication. She also supplemented this with strategic healthcare consultancy experience at PwC. She is continuing her role as Market Access Communication Expert as a freelancer for ISMS.
HEOR: Health Economics and Outcomes Research