Expertise Across Disciplines

Our leadership team brings together decades of experience in clinical practice, research, technology innovation, and educational science. We are united by a shared mission: to close the treatment gap for the one billion people worldwide affected by migraine.

Ian Hakkinen, MD

Ian Hakkinen, MD

Chief Executive Officer & Founder

Dr. Hakkinen is a board-certified physician specializing in headache medicine with extensive experience in clinical practice, medical education, and healthcare innovation. As founder of MigraLearn.ai, he leads the organization's mission to transform migraine education through artificial intelligence and evidence-based learning design.

MD | Board Certified in Headache Medicine
Markku Hakkinen, PhD

Markku Hakkinen, PhD

Technology Advisor

Dr. Hakkinen brings over 25 years of experience in artificial intelligence, web accessibility, and educational technology. He provides strategic guidance on AI architecture, machine learning systems, and accessible technology design, ensuring MigraLearn.ai's platform leverages cutting-edge AI while maintaining inclusive access for all learners.

PhD | AI & Accessibility Expert | 25+ Years Technology Innovation
Helen Sullivan, PhD

Helen Sullivan, PhD

Cognitive and Learning Sciences Advisor

Dr. Sullivan is an internationally recognized expert in cognitive psychology and learning sciences. She guides the application of evidence-based learning principles, spaced repetition, and cognitive science research to optimize knowledge retention and clinical skill development in our AI-powered educational platform.

PhD | Cognitive Psychology | Learning Sciences Expert
Natalia Murinova, MD, FAAN, MHA

Natalia Murinova, MD, FAAN, MHA

Medical Academics Advisor

Dr. Murinova is a board-certified neurologist and headache medicine specialist with extensive clinical and healthcare leadership experience. She ensures all educational content reflects current best practices, evidence-based guidelines, and real-world clinical scenarios, while maintaining the highest standards of medical accuracy.

MD, FAAN, MHA | Board Certified Neurologist | Headache Medicine Specialist
Daniel Krashin, MD

Daniel Krashin, MD

Clinical Advisor

Dr. Krashin is a physician-scientist with expertise in pain medicine, headache disorders, and clinical research methodology. He guides MigraLearn.ai's research initiatives, study design, and evidence generation to validate the effectiveness of AI-enhanced medical education in improving clinical outcomes.

MD | Pain Medicine & Headache Specialist | Clinical Research Expert