The project partners would like to acknowledge the contributions of the clinicians, experts, reviewers, and planning committee members and thank them for sharing their time, expertise, and experiences toward enriching the cancer survivorship education of primary care providers.
Planning Committee
Lorenzo Norris, MD
The George Washington University (GW) Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Dr. Lorenzo Norris is an accomplished psychiatrist and academic leader, serving as Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Administration, Interim Senior Associate Dean for M.D. Programs, and Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at George Washington University. As Director of Consult Liaison Psychiatry and the George Washington University Cancer Survivorship Center, he leads a multidisciplinary team dedicated to optimizing the quality of life for patients at all stages of cancer treatment. His work emphasizes a holistic approach to patient care, integrating psychiatry, nutrition, palliative care, and exercise science. Dr. Norris is deeply interested in the role of relationships in mental health, advocating for active engagement in shaping personal and professional connections. His extensive experience with medically ill patients underscores his commitment to comprehensive, relationship-centered care.
Christine Teal, MD, MPH
GW Medical Faculty Associates, Breast Care Center
Dr. Christine Teal is a board-certified surgeon and academic leader specializing in breast surgery at The George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. As Director of the Breast Care Center and Chief of Breast Surgery, she is dedicated to advancing patient care and surgical excellence. She earned her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, where she graduated AOA, and completed her general surgery residency at The New York Weill Cornell Medical Center and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Her research has been featured in leading medical journals, including the American Journal of Surgery and the Breast Journal. Actively engaged in professional organizations, Dr. Teal contributes to the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Breast Surgeons while also serving as the Cancer Liaison Physician for the American College of Surgeons’ Cancer Committee.
Mandi Pratt-Chapman, MA
GW Cancer Institute
Dr. Mandi Pratt-Chapman is a health equity leader and researcher dedicated to advancing patient-centered cancer care. As Associate Center Director for Patient-Centered Initiatives and Health Equity at the GW Cancer Center, she fosters research collaborations to improve health outcomes in underserved communities. She earned her PhD in Translational Health Sciences from The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, complementing her MA from the University of Maryland and BA from Georgetown University. Dr. Pratt-Chapman has led national efforts to develop oncology patient navigation standards, co-authored clinical practice guidelines for cancer survivorship, and secured continuous funding for research on evidence-based cancer care and health equity. With a strong commitment to LGBTQI health, she provides national training and technical assistance to improve cancer care access for diverse populations.
Anne Willis, MA
GW Cancer Institute
Anne Willis, MA, is a mission-driven leader with over 20 years of experience in healthcare access, policy, and advocacy, working across government, academic, and nonprofit sectors. She excels at strategic problem-solving, turning complex challenges into impactful programs through data-driven insights, cross-functional collaboration, and innovative thinking. As a graduate of the Milken Institute School of Public Health at The George Washington University, she holds a Graduate Certificate in Health Services Administration, an MA in Communication from Auburn University, and a BS in Radio/TV/Film from The University of Texas at Austin. Certified in Behavioral Economics, Diversity & Inclusion, and Innovative Change, Anne is passionate about developing patient support strategies and leading transformative healthcare initiatives that enhance equity and accessibility.
Elizabeth Hatcher, BSN, RN
GW Cancer Institute
Liz O’Donnell Hatcher, MSN, FNP, is a dedicated nurse practitioner specializing in cancer survivorship and patient navigation at the GW Cancer Institute. With a Master of Science in Nursing from the George Washington University School of Nursing, she has built a career focused on enhancing patient-centered care and survivorship programs. Previously, she served as a nurse practitioner at Inova Health System and The GW Medical Faculty Associates, where she played a key role in advancing oncology patient support. Her expertise is reflected in her published research on patient navigation, including co-authoring studies in the Journal of Oncology Navigation and Survivorship. Passionate about quality care and advocacy, Liz continues to develop innovative approaches to improve the healthcare experience for cancer survivors.
Project Staff (National Cancer Survivorship Resource Center)
Rebecca Cowens‐Alvarado, MPH
Director of Cancer Control Mission Strategy, American Cancer Society
Nicole Erb
Program Manager, American Cancer Society
Rachel Spillers Cannady
Behavioral Scientist, American Cancer Society
Patrice Bowles
Program Coordinator, American Cancer Society
Kerry Beckman, MPH, CHES
Research Analyst, American Cancer Society
Lorenzo Norris, MD
Assistant Professor of Psychiatry; Medical Director of Psychosocial Behavioral Health Services; and Associate Residency Director, GW Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Mandi Pratt-Chapman, MA
Director, GW Cancer Institute
Anne Willis, MA
Director of Survivorship, GW Cancer Institute
Shaira Y. Morales
Project Manager, Health Care Professional Education
Monique S. House, MS, CHES
Health Care Professional Education Coordinator
Content Contributors
Larissa Nekhlyudov, MD, MPH
Associate Professor, Harvard Medical School; General Internist, Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates
Anne Willis, MA
Director of the Division of Cancer Survivorship, GW Cancer Institute
Therese Mulvey, MD
Medical Oncologist and Physician-In-Chief for the Southcoast Centers for Cancer Care
Carrie Tilley, BC-ANP
Oncology Nurse Practitioner, GW Medical Faculty Associates
Lynne S. Padgett, PhD
Director of the Basic, Biobehavioral and Psychological Sciences Branch, Behavioral Research Program at the National Cancer Institute
Lorenzo Norris, MD
Assistant Professor of Psychiatry; Medical Director of Psychosocial Behavioral Health Services; and Associate Residency Director, GW Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Mary McCabe, RN, MA
Director of the Cancer Survivorship Program at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
Kenneth D. Miller, MD
Director of Survivorship within the Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology at the Alvin & Lois Lapidus Cancer Institute at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
Kimberly S. Peairs, MD
Assistant Professor in General Medicine at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
Colleen Doyle, MS, RN
Director of Nutrition and Physical Activity for the American Cancer Society
Julie K. Silver, MD
Associate Professor at Harvard Medical School in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Christina Puchalski, MD, MS, FACP
Director of the GW Institute for Spirituality and Health (GWish) and Professor at the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Ted A. Skolarus, MD, MPH
Assistant Professor of Urology, Department of Urology and Core Investigator, VA Ann Arbor HSR&D Center for Clinical Management Research
Andrew M.D. Wolf, MD
Associate Professor of Medicine, University of Virginia School of Medicine
Reviewers
Durado Brooks, MD, MPH
Director, Prostate & Colorectal Cancer, American Cancer Society
Candice Chen, MD, MPH
Assistant Professor, GW School of Public Health and Health Services
Elizabeth Hatcher, BSN, RN
Survivorship Patient Navigator, GW Cancer Institute
Matthew Mintz, MD, FACP
Associate Professor of Medicine, Director, Practice of Medicine Course, Director, Premier Access and Executive Services, GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Brad B. Moore, MD, MPH, FACP
Medical Director, GW Physician Assistant Program
Kathleen Pormento
GW School of Public Health & Health Services and School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Carrie Tilley, BC-ANP
Oncology Nurse Practitioner, GW Medical Faculty Associates
Farzana L. Walcott, MD, MPH
Lead Associate Investigator, Center for Cancer Research and Post-doctoral Fellow, Cancer Prevention Fellowship Program, NCI
The Survivorship Center would like to also acknowledge the contributions of former principal investigator for the American Cancer Society, Katharine Sharpe, MTS, former principal investigator for the GW Cancer Institute, Steven Patierno, PhD, and former project manager for the GW Cancer Institute, Jennifer Bretsch, MS, CPHQ.