Mark Thompson, MD is the Community Oncology Alliance (COA) medical director of public policy. He guides COA in making official positions and comments regarding public policy. Dr. Thompson brings a deep understanding of complex cancer care issues and policymaking. He is actively involved in COA government affairs work and is regularly in Washington, DC

Frederick M. Schnell, MD, FACP brings the physician perspective and practice management experience to his role as Medical Director. Dr. Schnell is helping community oncology practices address the future of oncology payment reform. The rapidly changing landscape of cancer care delivery in the United States demands insight like his to craft the future strategies

As Director of Practice Support, Shiela Plasencia brings a wealth of knowledge to COA membership. Ms. Plasencia acts as a critical link between practice administrators, distributing insights and tools to improve practice operations and pursue the highest quality care for patients. She also oversees the COA Administrators’ Network, a peer-to-peer network for administrators for

James Lee is the Director of State Regulation and Policy at the Community Oncology Alliance (COA). Leveraging a background in government relations and public policy he has influenced critical areas throughout the health care system. His portfolio spans a wide range of issues including the Federal 340B Drug Pricing Program, commercial insurance, state-administered health

Tracy Havens is Director of Projects and Operations at COA.  In this role, she manages a number of critically important initiatives, including the annual Community Oncology Conference, annual Payer Exchange Summits, State of the Union, and other COA-hosted events. Tracy also uses her critical thinking and problem-solving skills to oversee internal organization operations for

Rose Gerber is a nationally recognized cancer advocate and cancer survivor. Her experience includes appearing on national television (MSNBC) to speak about cancer care, meeting with legislators in Washington, D.C. on cancer policy issues, and developing cancer programs. Rose was brought to the COA team to develop its patient advocacy program. One of her

Andrea Fetchko is the Director of Communications at the Community Oncology Alliance. An accomplished communications leader, Andrea brings ten years of experience and a passion for storytelling. She is an expert in developing campaigns that educate the public and other key stakeholders on important health issues. She is well-versed in leading corporate communications, thought

Doug Barefield is Director of Industry Relations at the Community Oncology Alliance (COA), a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for community oncology practices and the patients they serve. In this role, he directs relations with representatives of pharmaceutical, biotechnology, genomic, and drug delivery and distribution companies, as well as other industry entities. By bringing

Nicolas Ferreyros is Managing Director of Policy, Advocacy, and Communications at the Community Oncology Alliance (COA), the only national organization dedicated solely to preserving and protecting local, affordable, and accessible cancer care. A seasoned advocacy and communications strategist with nearly two decades of experience in health policy, Nick has a deep understanding of the