James Lee

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

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Tracy Havens

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

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Rose Gerber

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

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Andrea Fetchko

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

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Doug Barefield

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

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Nicolas Ferreyros

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

Nicolas Ferreyros

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

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Ricky Newton, CPA

Ricky Newton, CPA has over 23 years of experience in the health care industry. As a Chief Financial and Operating Officer, he provides guidance and support for COA practices in the critical areas of administration, purchasing, billing, and practice management. The ability to benchmark operations and finances is a critical part of the payment

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Ted Okon, MBA

Ted Okon is a nationally recognized expert on the policy and politics of cancer care. He is quoted extensively in the press, including guest appearances on TV and radio news shows. Ted has testified before Congress on cancer issues and is frequently on Capitol Hill discussing the nation’s cancer care delivery system. Ted’s target

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