Titles: Acupuncturist, Integrative Medicine Program
Staff Scientist, Integrative Medicine & Cancer Prevention Programs
Phone: 206.667.3481
Email: blangley@fredhutch.org

Dr. Langley trained in naturopathic and East Asian medicines at the National University of Natural Medicine. A current National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) postdoctoral fellow at the University of Washington, he is investigating the cost-effectiveness and implementation of complementary and integrative healthcare programs to improve quality of life and reduce side-effects from cancer treatment. He pursues research and participates in state and federal advocacy with the goal to increase patient access to safe and effective healthcare. Dr. Langley is an active member of the Oregon Association of Naturopathic Physicians, American Association of Naturopathic Physicians, and American Society of Acupuncturists.

Jenny Whitten-Brannon is a Research Project Manager for the Greenlee Lab team. A Pacific Northwest native, Jenny graduated from the University of Washington with a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Bachelor of Science in biology. After falling in love with her research work and healthcare, she earned a Master of Public Health from the University of Washington. Throughout her career she has worked with studies focused on pediatric obesity, respiratory care, oncology, adult transplant, transplant survivorship, and is now thrilled to work on breast cancer research with the Greenlee Team. 

Yarizel started working in clinical research after graduating from Central Washington University with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health, specializing in Population Health. Her research interests grew when she studied abroad in Morocco, focusing on transnational migration and health care systems that offer support to migrants. She has worked in different areas of research, including data collection, survey development, regulatory maintenance, and study coordination. Yarizel has enjoyed working with different populations—from Hispanic migrants to Vietnam-era veterans to patients going through cancer treatment; and is excited to work with new populations while on the Greenlee Team.

Sheryl Rothmuller has a background in content strategy and digital project management. From serving as an NBC public relations rep to a digital web producer for Viking Cruises, she has also crafted internal comms strategies for Premera Blue Cross and developed “future of work” stories for Microsoft’s Center of Innovation. She’s had multiple stints at The Walt Disney Company, where she has managed websites, created content for Disney.com and their Talent Acquisition social channels, and developed food and craft content for FamilyFun.com (now Parent.com). She enjoys exploring the Seattle food scene in each of the area’s unique neighborhoods.

Laura Feola is a manager and grant administrator with over 15 years’ experience in managing global and domestic public health research and programming.  She has a master’s degree in public administration from the University of Washington and professional training in federal grants and contract administration.

With an academic background in communications and public image, Dr. Buzali is a digital marketing specialist. In previous roles, she has designed social media strategies for startups, NGOs, and the Mexican government, including successful campaigns for Shark Tank, Waze, and Woman Rights in Mexico. In her free time, she channels her passions which led her to found Homodeco, a public image management company supporting transgender women. She also volunteers for two non-profit vegan organizations as a social media manager. Dr. Buzali is excited to empower people touched by cancer to achieve better health through nutrition.

Titles: Registered Dietitian & Web Content Editor, Cook for Your Life
Phone: 206.667.4691
Email: jdearden@fredhutch.org

Jenn Dearden is a registered dietitian with a background in professional cooking. Prior to becoming a dietitian, she attended a farm-to-table cooking school and spent the next eight years working in kitchens from New York to the San Francisco Bay Area.  Losing her father to cancer inspired Jenn to pursue graduate education at the University of Washington, where she earned her Master of Science and completed clinical dietetic training. She is passionate about empowering people through cooking and nutrition and aims to counsel individuals with cancer and other chronic diseases as part of her future career. Jenn serves as Cook for Your Life’s content writer and editor.

Dr. Figuracion completed her PhD from the University of Washington School of Nursing in 2023 and her Master of Science in Nursing in 2014 at Duke University. Dr. Figuracion joins the Greenlee Lab team as a postdoctoral research fellow to receive training and mentorship in biobehavioral interventions and clinical trial designs. Her primary research focus is to develop biobehavioral and non-pharmacological interventions that will mitigate symptom burden and promote healthy brain aging among cancer survivors, especially those diagnosed with brain tumors. She also maintains a clinical practice as a nurse practitioner at the University of Washington, Department of Radiation Oncology, Alvord Brain Tumor Center.

Juan Gudino is a rising 4th year PhD student in Health Services at the University of Washington and an incoming National Cancer Institute trainee. His research interests include evidence-based science related to improving and measuring health services among U.S. Latinos and immigrants; the public health implications of immigration enforcement to health systems; and innovative methods to inform immigration policy reform. Prior to entering the UW Health Services doctoral program in 2021, Juan was a National Human Genome Research Institute trainee with the University of Michigan where he studied the ethical, legal, and social implications of 20th century eugenic sterilization policies. He recently completed a 2-year fellowship with the William T. Grant Foundation where he evaluated alternatives to detention programs within juvenile court settings and conceptual research use with juvenile court leaders in Washington state. Since 2021, Juan has also worked closely with Dr. India Ornelas, Professor, Health Systems and Population Health, examining mental health patterns from the Amigas Latinas Motivando el Alma intervention trial. Juan is originally from Mason City, Iowa. He enjoys running, karaoke, dad-jokes, music across many genres, and spending time with his friends — as well as their cats and dogs.

Tovee Delallana is an Administrative Coordinator with over 13 years of experience in the administrative field, including 9 years in the healthcare industry. She is experienced in project coordination and human resources. Tovee holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish language and Culture as well as a Human Resources Management Certificate, both from the University of Washington.

Titles: Manager & Oncology Acupuncturist, Integrative Medicine Program
Phone: 206.606.1928
Email: jsiman@fredhutch.org

Dr. Siman serves as the Manager for the Integrative Medicine Program and is a Research Associate with the Greenlee Lab Team at Fred Hutch.  He studied biological anthropology at Tufts University and went on to receive his doctoral degree from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Prior to joining Fred Hutch, he worked as a clinical and research acupuncturist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. His research work examines the potential benefits of acupuncture in the integrative oncology setting. Dr. Siman is passionate about providing acupuncture as a safe and effective non-pharmacologic strategy to manage cancer symptoms and treatment-related side effects. He is a member of the Society for Integrative Oncology, the American Society of Acupuncturists and the Washington Acupuncture and Eastern Medicine Association.

Dr. Veleber is an Acupuncturist in the Integrative Medicine Program and also is a Research Associate with the Greenlee Lab Team at Fred Hutch.  Having practiced at Cleveland Clinic and Mayo Clinic, Susan has advanced training in oncology acupuncture and extensive clinical experience in academic medical centers. She incorporates scholarship, research, clinical experience and evidence-based medicine into her patient care at Fred Hutch. She earned her Bachelor of Science from Cornell University, her Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Bastyr University, completed a post-graduate internship at the Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Shu Guan Hospital and her Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine at Pacific College of Health and Science. Her research interests in integrative oncology is in the use of acupuncture during cancer treatment and survivorship to ease treatment-related side effects and support overall health and well-being. Susan is a Board-Certified Diplomate of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine by the National Certification Commission of the Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and is a member of the Society for Integrative Oncology, the Society for Acupuncture Research and the American Society of Acupuncturists and the Washington Acupuncture and Eastern Medicine Association.

Susanna Myers is a Nurse Practitioner at Fred Hutch's Integrative Medicine Program. Susanna has advanced training in using evidence-based, patient-centered mind/body interventions to relieve common conditions related to cancer and cancer treatment, with a focus on insomnia, pain, anxiety, mood, fatigue, and quality of life. She is especially passionate about using breathing techniques, yoga/exercise, acupressure and mindfulness practices to support patients in improving their overall health and well-being as they go through cancer treatment. She studied sociology at Haverford College and went on to receive a bachelor’s and master’s degree in nursing from Columbia University. She completed a year-long fellowship in the Integrative Oncology Scholars program at the University of Michigan, funded by the National Cancer Institute. Susanna has more than 12 years working in conventional oncology, both as a Nurse Practitioner in the GI oncology program at Fred Hutch and as an infusion nurse at Mount Sinai Beth Israel Hospital in New York City. Passionate about helping people understand and deepen the connection between their mental and emotional states and their overall physical health, she works to empower her patients to participate actively in their care.

Dr. Feaster is a clinical oncology pharmacist who works closely with the integrative medicine team. She serves as a bridge between integrative medicine and pharmacy to ensure the safe use of dietary supplements and herbal products during oncology treatment. Prior to working with the integrative medicine team, Dr. Feaster worked for over 6 years in the community site setting at FHCC at UW Medical Center – Northwest. She completed her Doctor of Pharmacy degree at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Pharmacy and her PGY1 pharmacy practice residency at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System in Seattle, WA. As an integrative medicine pharmacist, Dr. Feaster is continually working towards standardizing and simplifying the supplement review process for pharmacists as well as building the integrative medicine pharmacist program. She is board certified in both oncology and pharmacotherapy and is a member of the Society of Integrative Oncology (SIO). 

Dr. Romeo is a Research Acupuncturist for Fred Hutch’s Integrative Medicine Program and the Greenlee Lab Team at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center. She received her doctoral degree  in Physical Chemistry from Monash University where her research focus was cancer diagnosis. She continued research in this field at Hunter College (CUNY) as a Post-Doctoral Fellow and at Northeastern University as an Associate Research Professor. Dr. Romeo received her master’s degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the New England School of Acupuncture. She is passionate about women’s health and mental illness and, in addition to working as an oncology acupuncturist at Fred Hutch, is a member of the integrative medicine team at Virginia Mason.  She is a board-certified Diplomat of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine by the National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and is a member of the Society of Integrative Oncology.

Heidi Stecher is a certified oncology Registered Nurse at Fred Hutch’s Integrative Medicine Program. She worked as a clinical nurse coordinator at the Fred Hutch’s gastrointestinal oncology program for twelve years. Heidi completed her Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Sociology at Washington State University before receiving her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Seattle University. She earned her Master of Nursing at the University of Washington. Heidi is a member of the Society of Integrative Oncology, the Oncology Nursing Association, and the American Holistic Nurses Association. With a background in oncology, community, and global health nursing, she has volunteered in Haiti, Guatemala, Belize, and Mexico. She has professional training in expressive arts therapy, medical cannabis, herbalism, and yoga. Educating patients on incorporating integrative modalities into their lifestyle and communicate its benefits to enhance their quality of life is her passion.

Dr. Taromina is an Acupuncturist for Fred Hutch’s Integrative Medicine Program and a Research Acupuncturist with the Greenlee Lab Team.  She also serves as Academic Dean and faculty for the Seattle Institute of East Asian Medicine.  Prior to relocating to Seattle, Dr. Taromina served as a Research Acupuncturist and Program Manager for the Integrative Therapies Program at Columbia University Medical Center.  After 20 years of studying and specializing in treating adults and children with cancer both on-therapy and into survivorship, she now teaches advanced classes and continuing education for practicing acupuncturists on topics relating to East Asian Medicine as supportive care for cancer patients.  She previously served on the Board of Trustees for the Society for Integrative Oncology and is a member of the Society of Acupuncture Research.  As a clinical researcher, her main interest is in trials that will expand patient access to East Asian Medicine. 

Dr. Price is a naturopathic physician. Her academic beginnings include a Master of Science research in environmental biochemistry (biotechnology) followed by professional experience as a laboratory research scientist. Dr. Price graduated from Bastyr University with the intention of researching natural products for efficacy, safety and elucidating mechanism of action. She was awarded a post-doctoral fellowship by the National Institute of Health in immunology and oncology and for the next six years, engaged in translation studies (laboratory studies to clinical trial applications). Concurrently, she has been practicing medicine with specialties in women’s healthcare (focused on underserved populations), and integrative cancer care in oncology centers, working in conjunction with oncology teams for the last twenty years, while continuing to engage in clinical trial research. She holds a certificate in Biomedical Regulatory Affairs from the University of Washington and has been a consultant on several research projects associated with natural products and supplements. Dr. Price is an author of three published books (Demos Health Inc) that focus on culinary nutrition and mind-body practices for cancer patients.  When not practicing medicine or engaging in research, Dr. Price is a professional playwright, enjoys culinary mushroom foraging, and working on social justice issues. Her favorite time is spent in the incredibly beautiful forests of the Pacific Northwest with her two furry companions.