About Us
reasons why you should give us a trial.
When it comes to finding the right DCT partner, we know you’ve got options and that you always do your research. That’s why we invite you to get to know more about the “Delve Difference.”
FROM MINNESOTA TO THE WORLD
Based in Minneapolis, we have spent over 20 years helping clients improve clinical research outcomes through studies in North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East/North Africa.
NOT OUR FIRST RODEO
We have supported many studies and registries across multiple therapeutic areas including, but not limited to oncology, cardiovascular, endocrinology, motion disorder, Diabetes, dermatology and pediatric disorders.
WIDE INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE
A FLEXIBLE FIT
We would never try to squeeze your trial into a pre-boxed solution. Our agile team of analysts, programmers and clinical operators work closely with you to address all of your studies’ needs.
LIVING ON THE CUTTING EDGE
In addition to our proprietary platform, our founding team has designed numerous applications on the strength of their technological know-how and deep understanding of life sciences.
ALWAYS COMPLIANT
We work closely with clients and take all the necessary steps to ensure data safety and security. We also meet regulatory requirements across all project phases, as we are 21CFRpart11, GDPR and HIPAA compliant.
The people at the center of our
patient—centric approach
Our global team of experts is committed to improving virtual, hybrid and
decentralized clinical studies with technology solutions that patients
want to use and researchers trust to deliver high-quality results. And it all starts with
our passionate experienced leadership group.
WESSAM SONBOL
FOUNDER & CEO
Wessam Sonbol is the visionary Founder and CEO behind Delve Health, stewarding nearly two decades of leadership at the intersection of healthcare and technology. He brings deep expertise in managing complex Phase I–IV, IDE, and 510(k) clinical studies—working with elite partners like Medtronic, Abbott Vascular, and Johnson & Johnson.
Wessam champions decentralized trial models using wearables, eConsent, TeleVisits, and real-time data analytics—driven by a belief that “patients shouldn’t adapt to research, research should adapt to patients”
Inspired by his own experiences—such as witnessing his mother’s challenges accessing clinical trials—Wessam has dedicated his career to simplifying and humanizing research journeys for patients and study teams. Under his leadership, Delve Health is actively redefining clinical trial infrastructure and engagement models to build what patients and sponsors—ahead of industry demand
SAMEH SOWELAM
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER
Sameh Sowelam is the innovative CTO at Delve Health, where he leads the development of next-generation digital tools for clinical trials. With over 25 years of experience in technology leadership, Sameh is an inventor and proven team-builder renowned for scaling robust, AI-driven platforms. His strategic vision and deep technical expertise empower Delve Health’s mission to revolutionize patient-centered clinical research—optimizing data infrastructure, accelerating R&D breakthroughs, and delivering more accessible, agile trial solutions.
Outside of work, Sameh is a passionate advocate for merging technology with healthcare to improve patient outcomes worldwide.
DAVE ALDERSON
VP OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Of his 30 years of experience, of which 10 were spent leading product development for MRI, PET and other diagnostic and treatment devices. Since then, he’s assembled and managed sales teams for custom and commercial software systems and related services to support and enhance clinical development. A frequent speaker and author on various clinical topics, Dave specializes in bringing the power of clinical systems to early- and late-stage development.
THERESA DAHL
DIRECTOR OF CUSTOMER SUCCESS
She has extensive experience in leading with strategic company initiatives in mind. Her expertise pushes our teams forward in program and account management—never losing focus to ensure we provide our clients the tools to deliver patient-centric healthcare and a cutting-edge platform to support medical device development. Theresa is dedicated to creating and maintaining long-term partnerships and essential relationships with key stakeholders, senior executives and team members to advance clinical outcomes and achieve customer success.
RANIA EL DESOKI
DIRECTOR OF QUALITY
Rania El‑Desoki, Ph.D., brings her deep expertise in healthcare quality and compliance to her pivotal role as Director of Quality at Delve Health. With a strong academic foundation—earning her doctorate from the University of Wisconsin–Madison—and extensive experience at reputable institutions like Penn Medicine, Rania ensures that every aspect of Delve Health’s digital clinical trial platforms meets the highest standards.
She leads with a data-driven mindset, establishing and refining robust quality systems, regulatory frameworks, and process controls. Her stewardship safeguards platform integrity, elevates user trust, and accelerates regulatory approval—driving reliable, scalable, and compliant solutions.
Rania’s leadership helps Delve Health deliver cutting-edge, patient‑centric trial technology with unwavering quality and compliance—empowering more effective, safe, and trustworthy clinical research.
